This marks my very first PC build where aesthetics took center stage. In all my previous builds, my primary focus was purely on performance, but this time around, I decided to strike a balance.
My quest for a unique PC case led me to the Antec Torque. While it's undeniably attractive, it's also quite popular and only comes in two color variations (Black+White/Red+Black), which didn't satisfy my desire for exclusivity.
Moreover, I wanted to avoid custom coloring as I've had less-than-stellar results in the past with DIY paint jobs on cases.
So, I devised a plan. I decided to procure both available color options of the Antec Torque and mix and match the parts to create a truly distinctive color scheme of Red and White. (Check out the video for a closer look!)
Choosing a PC case like this practically begs for a custom water cooling loop. I selected the Intel Core i9 13900K, a CPU that would certainly benefit from the enhanced cooling capabilities.
As for the GPU, I settled on the RTX 3090.
The second-hand market was flooded with 30 series cards following the crypto crash, and although I contemplated the possibility of a 30%-80% performance boost with the RTX 4090, the steep price tag made me reconsider. The 4090 costs triple that of a second-hand 3090, so I opted for the latter for a more budget-friendly solution.
