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Black Myth: Wukongis one of the most anticipated titles of 2024 with plenty of users gearing up to play the title which promises a unique mixture of a Chinese mythology-infused story coupled with Unreal Engine 5-backed visuals, making for a very polished-looking title in 2024.
Black Myth: Wukong comes with plenty of enhancements under the hood, but the one that most PC gamers would be curious about is its Ray Tracing performance. Nvidia has already placated users with an RT video that features full ray tracing powered by DLSS 3.5. The GPU maker has also outlined hardware requirements for an optimal DLSS experience.
Black Myth: Wukong’s Ray Tracing Hardware Requirements As Published by Nvidia
This does raise the obvious question: Does one need a PC upgrade in 2024 to play Black Myth: Wukong at minimal, recommended, and ultra-gaming presets? Depending on when one purchased their gaming PC or laptop, that might be a yes.
For gamers looking to capitalize on a gaming PC market burgeoning with PC deals but unable to sift between the good and the bad as they attempt to build a gaming PC from scratch or otherwise, the team at Game Rant offers 3 different tiered PC builds.
This includes a recommended, an ultra, and a minimalistic configuration accounting for value for money, performance and upgrade potential down the line.
Note:Black Myth: Wukong not only offers DLSS3 and Ray Tracing support that should allow it superior performance on a gaming PC with an RTX GPU, but higher-end GPU models (RTX 4070 and higher) that come with a free copy of the title. This has been taken into account for all the builds below, considering the savings ($60) in play for using a higher-end GPU.
The Explorer’s Recommended PC Build For Black Myth: Wukong
AMD Ryzen 5 7600
The Ryzen 5 7600 is the entry-level, yet very capable, gaming CPU from AMD that features 6 cores, 12 threads, and 32MB of L3 cache. It has a base clock speed of 3.8GHz and a boost clock speed of 5.1GHz. The Ryzen 5 7600 is an unlocked processor with a default TDP of 65W. It also has integrated RDNA 2 graphics and is the cheapest offering in the lineup with an iGPU.
G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB (AMD Expo)
G.SKILL Trident Z5 Neo RGB series is a specialized RAM kit for the AM5 platform with up to 6000 MT/s speed. The RAM kit brings exceptional RGB lighting on top of the heat spreaders and works at low latency. It’s decently stable at the advertised speed and makes an ideal choice for gaming builds.
Gigabyte B650M D3HP AX
The Gigabyte B650M D3HP AX is an affordable yet decent choice for budget builders with entry-level Ryzen CPUs. While lacking some high-end features of pricier models, it packs core upgrades like DDR5 memory support, PCIe 4.0 for graphics cards and SSDs, and compatibility with the latest AM5 socket. This makes it a great micro ATX motherboard for building a compact and capable gaming PC.
Kingston NV2 1TB M.2 2280 NVMe Internal SSD
This internal solid-state drive from Kingston has 1 TB of digital storage capacity. The NV2 series SSD is designed to be compatible with laptops. It operates on PCIe 4.0 Gen 4x4 technology, features an M.2 2280 form factor, and delivers read speeds of up to 3,500 MB/s. It has lower power requirements, generating minimal heat, which makes it perfect for compact devices.
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4070 Super OC
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4070 Super OC brings about 20% improvement over the non-Super edition for a slightly higher price and comes in a dual axial-tech fan design with factory-overclocked. Boasting a clock speed of 2550MHz in the OC mode, it provides a slight advantage to the Founders Edition along with a better cooling solution.
XPG Core Reactor 750W
The XPG Core Reactor 750W is an 80 Plus Gold rated ATX PSU that offers full modularity. It is an all-black PSU certified by Cybenetics for its efficiency and noise levels. It features a 120mm 2400 RPM fan with an FDB (Fluid Dynamic Bearing) design. XPG, which is a gaming sub-brand of Adata, has tuned the fan to stay at 660 RPM up till 50% load. Connectivity options on the XPG Core Reactor 750W include 1 24-pin connection, 2 ATX 12V 4+4 pin connections, 6 PCIe connections, 12 SATA connections, and 4 Molex connections.
LIAN LI LANCOOL 216 PC Case
The LANCOOL 216 is a mid-tower case with all-around mesh panels for optimal airflow. Thanks to its modular rear panel, it can be optimized for air or water cooling. It includes 2 x 160mm and 1 x 140mm pre-installed PWM fans and an innovative rear PCIe fan bracket to maximize airflow.
Target Preset:2K/QHD With High Graphics Preset, including Moderate Ray Tracing
The recommended build for Black Myth: Wukong aims to maximize value for money while splurging on higher-end hardware where it matters: the GPU. It pairs the mid-range hexacore Ryzen 5 7600 with its own stock cooler and a powerful RTX 4070 Super GPU from ASUS.
With a budget-friendly PCI-E 4.0 SSD from Kingston in a 1TB trim and a capable, yet value-centric Gigabyte B650M keeping costs low, the build aims to keep costs low while maxing out its performance. This involves leveraging fast, low latency AMD EXPO rams in a 32GB configuration and an excellent 750W Gold-rated XPG Core Reactor PSU that makes for easier upgrades and reliable power down the road.
All of this is housed in a capable, airflow-centric Lian Li Lancool 216 case that offers a dedicated fan controller, plenty of expansion slots, and an easy-to-build in design while costing just under $100.
The Destined One’s Ultra Ray Tracing PC Build For Black Myth: Wukong
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D is AMD’s latest and greatest CPU when it comes to gaming. With an excellent and highly efficient gaming performance that tops the charts currently, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D is here to stay and has a crown to claim thanks to its 3D V-Cache-enabled prowess when it comes to gaming on a PC.The octa-core CPU currently happens to be the fastest in the business for gaming even as it leads efficiency charts at the top, making it a very sought-after gaming upgrade.
Corsair H100x RGB Elite Liquid CPU Cooler
Corsair H100x RGB Elite brings a gorgeous 240mm AIO design with customizable ARGB lighting on both fans and the CPU block. With flexible tubing, the block can be installed in any orientation and poses no clearance issues. Compatible with the latest intel and AMD platforms, the H100x RGB Elite serves as a wonderful mid-range AIO cooler for overclocking.
G.Skill Trident Z5 NEO Series (AMD Expo) 64GB Kit CL30
The G. Skill Trident Z5 NEO sticks are a pair of 32GB RAM sticks that conform to AMD’s more stringent EXPO memory requirements for overclocking. With tight timings and a CAS latency of just 30-40-40-96.With a subtle RGB effect and a premium feel, the Trident Z Neo is one of the best premium RGB RAM sticks money can buy that is designed for AMD-based systems.
Asus ROG Strix X670E-E WiFi
Asus ROG Strix X670E-E Wi-Fi is an overclocking master that stands out for its powerful VRM that is sufficient for intensive overclocking. The board features an ATX form factor with a black theme and brushed aluminum heatsinks for quick heat dissipation. The I/O shroud features a mesmerizing RGB lighting zone that can be controlled via Asus Aura Sync and the I/O itself is filled with plenty of fast USB ports, Wi-Fi, and BIOS buttons.
Crucial T700 2TB PCIe Gen5 SSD
The Crucial T700 2TB PCIe Gen5 SSD is a blazing fast latest generation SSD that can reach read speeds of up to 12,400 MBps and write speeds of up to 11,800 MBps. It is one of the fastest SSDs on the market and has a solid endurance of 1200TB TBW. Crucial also offers a 5-year limited warranty with this SSD.
GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER AERO OC 16G
The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER AERO OC 16G is a premium, factory-overclocked, white-themed variant of the RTX 4080 SUPER that carries the high-end AERO moniker.With an excellent tri-fan air cooler supporting a vapor chamber and a decent boost clock speed offering in tow, the all-white Gigabyte AERO OC offers much more than the competition at a premium.
GIGABYTE GP-UD1000GM PG5 Rev2.0 1000W PSU
The GIGABYTE GP-UD1000GM PG5 Rev2.0 1000W is the second revision of the successful PG5 PSU with the addition of a native 16-pin PCI-E 5.0 power connector and compliance with Intel’s new ATX 3.0 PSU standards in a fully modular design backed by as much as 10 years of warranty at an affordable price.
Cooler Master MasterCase H500M ARGB Airflow
The MasterCase H500M ARGB Airflow is a spacious and modular mid-tower with massive 200mm fans at the front for high airflow delivery. The case has an unmatched cable management system and comes with a GPU support arm for heavy graphics cards. Its premium construction and versatility makes it a compelling choice for enthusiasts.
Target Preset:4K/UHD With High/Ultra Graphics Preset, including Quality Preset Ray Tracing
For gamers looking to play Black Myth: Wukong maxed out on the graphics front along with a respectable frame rate, gamers can turn to Nvidia’s penultimate GPU, the RTX 4080 SUPER in an overclocked Gigabyte AERO trim that offers them the ability to tap into the game’s Ray Tracing abilities. To ensure there is no CPU-centric bottleneck, the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU, which happens to be the fastest gaming CPU in play, is leveraged to ensure that gamers can enjoy the game at a 2K or higher target resolution with Ray Tracing turned on.
To cool the 7800X3D, a Corsair H100X AIO is bundled into the system that also features an excellent Cooler Master Mastercase H500M with dual 200MM fans at the front, keeping things steady for longer grinds while allowing the GPU to boost higher thanks to the thermal headroom in play.
With a capable ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E motherboard bundled to PCI-E 5.0 SSD storage in a well-priced 2TB trim from Crucial and a 1000W PSU from Gigabyte, the build above offers value, performance, and plenty of upgrade potential down the road for gamers looking to be game ready for all of 2024 and beyond.
The Mythologists’s Minimalist PC Build For Black Myth: Wukong
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X CPU
The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is a mid-range CPU, excellent for gaming setups. This is the fastest six-core AM4-based processor from AMD and features 12 processing threads. According to the company, the processor can deliver 100-plus FPS performance in the world’s most popular games. The processor supports DDR4 memory with a sweet spot of 3600MHz.It offers 4.6 GHz boost clock speeds out of the box with overclocking potential in tow, coupled with 35 MB of cache. This model comes bundled with a quiet and capable AMD Wraith Stealth cooler.
Corsair VENGEANCE RGB PRO DDR4 16GB Kit
The Corsair VENGEANCE RGB PRO DDR4 16GB is a high-performance DDR4 memory module. It enhances your system with animated RGB lighting from ten ultra-bright, individually addressable lights per module. The kit is compatible with both Intel and AMD DDR4 motherboards. This kit comes with two 8 gigabyte modules, which support up to 3200 MHz clock speed and CL16.
MSI B550-A PRO ProSeries
MSI B550-A PRO is an ATX motherboard with B550 chipset that supports CPU overclocking. The board comes with sufficient slots, headers, and ports to support multiple RAM sticks, expansion cards, cooling solutions, as well as storage drives on a budget. Compatible with Ryzen 1000 to 5000 series, it is an ideal choice for budget gaming builds where overclocking is a crucial factor.
Gigabyte Radeon RX 7600 Gaming OC
The Gigabyte Radeon RX 7600 Gaming OC is a triple-fan dual-slot graphics card that brings Gigabyte’s effective WINDFORCE cooling technology. It has three 80mm fans with alternate spinning that work alongside the five composite copper heat pipes that directly touch the GPU. The GPU uses the highest-grade metal chokes, 2oz copper PCB, lower ESR solid capacitors, and lower RDS(on) MOSFETs, among other features.
Silicon Power 1TB NVMe M.2 PCIe 2280 SSD
The Silicon Power 1TB NVMe M2 2280 SSD uses the PCIe Gen 3x4 interface with class-leading read and write speeds. Utilizing the NVMe 1.3 + HMB protocols, the Silicon Power 1TB NVMe M2 offers scalable bandwidth and low latency performance.
Thermaltake SMART 600W ATX PSU
The Thermaltake SMART 600W ATX is a power supply unit that is designed to provide reliable and efficient power for your computer. This unit delivers 600 watts of continuous output. It complies with both Intel ATX 12V 2.31 and EPS 12V 2.92 standards, ensuring compatibility with many PC builds.The SMART 600W ATX has received an 80 PLUS certification, indicating 80% efficiency under a typical load. This power supply supports two PCI-E 6 plus 2-pin connectors.
Zalman T7 ATX Mid Tower PC Case
The Zalman T7 ATX Mid-Tower PC Case features a front mesh panel for maximum airflow and a transparent side viewing window. The case includes 2 pre-installed 120 mm fans and accommodates ATX, Micro-ATX and Mini-ITX motherboards.
Target Preset:1080P/FHD With High Graphics Preset Without Ray Tracing
For users on a more limited budget when it comes to gaming, there are plenty of builds that cost well under $1000 while offering significant performance versus competition from game consoles and other prebuilt PCs alike. The build above leverages the finely aging AMD Ryzen 5 5600X CPU with a Gigabyte B550 motherboard and 16GB of DDR4 RAM to form the core of its offerings.
It also leverages an excellent tri-fan variant of the value-centric AMD Radeon RX 7600 GPU with 8GB of RAM on board in addition to an entry-level PCI-E 3.0 SSD from Silicon Power. To keep things under a more stringent budget, the stock cooler from the 5600X is in play, as well as an inexpensive Zalman T7 case with preinstalled fans. A Thermaltake 600W PSU powers the entire PC, which does allow for an upgrade to GPUs that are at least 1 performance tier ahead of the RX 7600.
The build above will struggle with Ray Tracing performance given the RX 7000 series' limited leeway, especially at the entry-level tier versus their Nvidia alternatives, and does settle for the aging, but not completely dead AM4 platform to keep costs lower. Despite this, it does offer a satisfactory Black Myth: Wukong experience to gamers looking to game at a respectable resolution.
Black Myth: Wukong
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Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology and based on Journey to the West, one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature.You shall set out as the Destined One to venture into the challenges and marvels ahead, to uncover the obscured truth beneath the veil of a glorious legend from the past.As the Destined One, you shall encounter powerful foes and worthy rivals throughout your journey. Fearlessly engage them in epic battles where surrender is not an option.Aside from mastering various staff techniques, you can also freely combine different spells, abilities, weapons, and equipment to find the winning strategy that best suits your combat style.
FAQ
Q: How much storage space does Black Myth: Wukong Require?
Black Myth: Wukong requires 135GB of storage space and recommend an SSD for optimal performance.
Q: Does Black Myth: Wukong Have Ray Tracing?
Black Myth: Wukong offers Ray Tracing on multiple platforms thanks to it leveraging Unreal Engine 5.
