Gaming/Video Editing Laptop

[Jb_]

I am configuring a laptop to be used for Gaming, Video Editing and a bit of 3d modelling/coding etc.
The spec I have currently is as follows:
Chassis & Display
Nova Series: 15.6" Matte Full HD 144Hz 72% NTSC LED Widescreen (1920x1080)
Processor (CPU)
AMD Ryzen 7 3700X Eight Core CPU (3.6GHz-4.4GHz/36MB CACHE/AM4)
Memory (RAM)
32GB Corsair 2666MHz SODIMM DDR4 (2 x 16GB)
Graphics Card
NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 2070 - 8.0GB GDDR6 Video RAM - DirectX® 12.1
1st M.2 SSD Drive
512GB PCS PCIe M.2 SSD (2000 MB/R, 1100 MB/W)
1st M.2 SSD Drive
256GB PCS PCIe M.2 SSD (1900 MB/R, 1100 MB/W)
Memory Card Reader
Integrated Micro-SD Memory Card Reader
AC Adaptor
1 x 230W AC Adaptor
Power Cable
1 x 1 Metre UK Power Cable (Kettle Lead)
Battery
Nova Series Detachable 4 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
Thermal Paste
STANDARD THERMAL PASTE FOR SUFFICIENT COOLING
Sound Card
2 Channel High Def. Audio + SoundBlaster™ Cinema
Wireless/Wired Networking
GIGABIT LAN & WIRELESS INTEL® Wi-Fi 6 AX200 (2.4 Gbps) + BT 5.0
USB/Thunderbolt Options
1 x USB 3.2 PORT (Type C) + 2 x USB 3.2 PORTS + 1 x USB 2.0 PORT
Keyboard Language
15" NOVA SERIES UK KEYBOARD
Operating System
Windows 10 Home 64 Bit - inc. Single Licence [KUK-00001]
Operating System Language
United Kingdom - English Language
Windows Recovery Media
Windows 10 Multi-Language Recovery Image - Unlimited Downloads from Online Account
Office Software
FREE 30 Day Trial of Microsoft 365® (Operating System Required)
Anti-Virus
NO ANTI-VIRUS SOFTWARE
Browser
Google Chrome™
Carry Case
Tech Air 15.6 Classic Toploading Case
Keyboard & Mouse
INTEGRATED 2 BUTTON TOUCHPAD MOUSE
Webcam
INTEGRATED 1MP HD WEBCAM
Warranty
3 Year Silver Warranty (1 Year Collect & Return, 1 Year Parts, 3 Year Labour)
Home Installation
NONE
Chassis
Clevo NH55AFW (8GB RTX-2070, 144Hz N7, Blank KB)
Delivery
STANDARD INSURED DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND (MON-FRI)
Build Time
Standard Build - Approximately 6 to 8 working days
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Unique URL to re-configure: https://www.pcspecialist.co.uk/saved-configurations/nova-15/5UqSCUJqqU/

I would like to know what people think of this.
Thanks!

 

[Jb_]

I choose the Nova because it has Ryzen CPUs. Regarding your modifications, I think that would be a good idea and should just about be in budget

 

[Jb_]

I would have much preferred to get a desktop pc but that isn’t an option for various reasons, ideally I’d like this laptop to last for a reasonable time before I have to upgrade to a new one.

 

[SpyderTracks]

@SpyderTracks Any other chassis that would be more appropriate here or is the Nova the best choice?

So long as you understand that the nova isn’t a laptop, it’s a DTR which means it has desktop CPU’s and therefor very low battery life and is heavy ie, not really portable.

But yes, for the uses, it’s great power wise.

 

[Jb_]

I understand it isn't exactly intended to be portable, I just need to be able to take it to and fro between 2 places so that suits me fine. For long journeys/portability I have a lightweight, lower spec laptop for that. It's just being able to move it easily compared to a desktop.

 

[SpyderTracks]

In that case, the spec with the changes I posted above should be ideal for you as it gives you the CPU power for the 3D work etc and the storage space for the files for that and the editing.

Absolutely agree, for your usage it would be perfect, it’s an absolute monster!