Hey everyone! I'm a total newbie when it comes to building PCs. I've mainly been gaming on my laptop, and now I'm ready to take the plunge into building my own rig. Here's the build I'm considering: [PCPartPicker List](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/qD9XWc).
I've been watching a lot of YouTube videos to learn, but honestly, I'm still feeling a bit lost. What should I prepare before starting? Is it okay to follow the manual for assembly? I'm also confused about how to arrange the fans and connect the RGB lighting to sync everything up.
If you have any resources or videos that could help me learn the basics, that would be awesome! Also, what's the general opinion on my chosen components? My budget is flexible since I've been saving up, so if you think any parts should be swapped out, I'd love to know. I'm really into FPS games like Dota 2, CS2, and Valorant, so I want to make sure my GPU is up to par too. Thanks, everyone!
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You might want to rethink that build; it’s really not the most efficient option. I’d recommend this setup instead: [Budget-Friendly Build](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/bVnC9C). It has better components for the price and will perform excellently for gaming while staying visually appealing!
For fan orientation and tutorials, there's plenty of detailed guides on YouTube. If you want a solid setup, check out this build: [Basic Build List](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/d8MDTM). It'll give you a great balance of price and performance without unnecessary complications!
Your setup is quite powerful but pricey! I'd suggest focusing on a better GPU instead of splurging on flashy fans. Maybe consider getting an RTX 5080? Also, for storage, a 4TB SSD is better than an HDD for this budget. Here's a helpful video on assembly: [YouTube Guide](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BL4DCEp7blY).
Honestly, your build has some pretty expensive choices. You definitely don't need that motherboard or 64GB of RAM for gaming. Consider this modified build instead: [Modified PC Part Picker List](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/LmGwKq). Also, if you can find the 9800X3D for under $500, it's worth it!
Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll check that out!
It looks like you’re opting for the most expensive parts without considering performance. This alternative build is $400+ cheaper and still high quality: [Alternative Build List](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/8m8mJn). It focuses on essential components while keeping performance high!
I get that! I do love RGB, but I'll focus more on the GPU.