I have no experience in this space but have tried to do my homework. I have an LG 65inch C5 (4k) and want a dedicated PC for it, serving the role of a steam machine.
My Q is, should I go for high end, like a Razen 7 9800X3D and RX 7900 XTX (roughly 2,500 usd) to aim for 4k and better future proof the PC.
Or, aim for 1440p 120Hz with a Razen 5 9600X and 9070 XT. (Roughly 1700 Usd)
I'm leaning towards 1440p. I'm not a competitive gamer, and not especially chasing the latest game/graphics. 4k would he nice but I suspect 1440p will more than wow me. Correct me if I'm wrong about that. Plus, the more I read, the more it seems like overpaying now to future-proof isn't a good investment. Better to save that money and upgrade many years later. Please help me to feel confident pulling the trigger without regrets. Many thanks