I'm diving into the world of PC building for the first time and want to set up a rig primarily for gaming. Here's what I'm looking at for parts, sourced from PCPartPicker:
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 9600X
- GPU: Asus DUAL OC GeForce RTX 5060 8 GB
- Motherboard: Asus PRIME B650-PLUS WIFI ATX AM5
- Case: MUSETEX Y6 ATX Mid Tower Case
- RAM: Patriot Viper Venom 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30
- SSD: Kingston NV3 NVMe PCIe 4.0 Internal SSD 1TB M.2 2280-SNV3S/1000G
- Power Supply: MSI MAG A750BN PCIE5 750 W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX
- CPU Cooler: Thermalright Assassin King SE ARGB 66.17 CFM
I've got the total around 850€ after discounts. I'm looking for advice on whether this build is solid or if something should be swapped out. I'm not a hardcore gamer and my budget can stretch to 950€. Also, though I've watched tons of videos on building PCs, the wiring part truly confuses me—any essential tips I need to know?
2 Answers
Everything seems fine! If you can swing it, a 16GB graphics card like the 9060XT is a great option. But if that's out of budget, the 5060 will still do just fine. Just make sure you set your RAM in the right slots on the motherboard; it's not just the first two! As for wiring, manage it however you want—just keep in mind it helps with resale value. I found some YouTube videos super handy when I built my first PC. If you want, I can share some links with you. Also, don't forget to check your motherboard manual; it can really simplify things!
The 16GB helps but if you're not gaming heavily, you might be okay with less. I'd prioritize your monitor and basic setup first—your experience will be great with whatever you decide!
Your build is looking pretty solid overall! However, I'd recommend considering the RX 9060XT 16GB instead of the RTX 5060 8GB. Also, the Asus Prime motherboard isn’t the best choice; check out the MSI Gaming Plus or something from Gigabyte. They often have better features and support for newer components.
Is having that 16GB really necessary if I'm not playing heavy games? I'm also budgeting for a monitor, keyboard, and mouse, so any wiggle room is crucial. And yes, I'd love those video links!