I'm putting together a gaming PC and need some advice on a solid CPU and GPU combo that fits within a $400 to $500 budget. I'm focusing on playing both single-player and competitive games at 1080p resolution, aiming for around 80 to 100 FPS in most titles. What do you think is the best setup I can get for this budget in 2025?
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Consider going for a used GPU to maximize your budget. A solid choice might be a Ryzen 5500 or 7500 for upgradability, and then spend the remaining budget on a used GPU, like a 7700. You should be able to make that work!
If you're looking for specific suggestions, a combination of the 9600x CPU and a 9060xt GPU could be great; they would run about $180 and $300 respectively. Just check if those prices fit your budget!
Do you think the 7500F would work well with the 9060 XT? I'm having trouble finding a 9600x at a reasonable price.