I'm in Nepal and I'm putting together a PC with some decent specs: an RTX 5060 130W 8GB, 32GB DDR4 RAM, 516GB M.2 NVMe Gen 4 storage, an H610M K V2 motherboard, and a Fantech 650W PSU. I'm considering two CPU options: the Intel i5 12400f and the Ryzen 5 5600. Which one do you think would be better? Additionally, I'm debating whether to go for a model with an integrated GPU (IGPU). If I choose an IGPU, I'd need to buy all the parts and assemble it myself. The total cost is around NPR 100,000 (approximately $712.35), but shipping from websites like AliExpress or eBay is really expensive (around $50). I'm open to any advice, and it would be great to connect with someone else from Nepal who might have insights! Thanks in advance!
2 Answers
Just a heads up, the Ryzen 5 5600 won't work with your H610 board because that's only compatible with Intel's 12th and newer gen CPUs. If you're eyeing the Ryzen, remember you'll need a B550 motherboard instead!
I'd say go with the Intel i5 12400f. It's a strong choice for your setup, and you won't really need an IGPU. It should handle your gaming and general tasks well. Plus, you can save some cash by skipping the IGPU option!
What about upgrading to a 12700KF later? Would that be worth saving for?
Ah, good catch! I meant to say I'd go with a Gigabyte B550M for the Ryzen. Thanks for the tip!