I'm looking to build a decent gaming PC with a budget between $1500 and $1800, especially given the recent price hikes. My part list is available here: [link to part list]. I don't need any peripherals, and I'm buying in the United States. I'm open to suggestions for better components if you have any!
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What do you mean by a 'decent gaming PC'? It really depends on what resolution you want to achieve and the types of games you play. In some cases, $1500-$1800 might actually be more than enough, even with today's price increases.
Your build looks solid, but I'd suggest considering a less expensive cooler and using those savings for a better power supply. Just my two cents!
Here are my recommendations for your build:
- For CPU, consider the 12600k instead of the 9600X; it's about 15% faster in gaming without increasing your budget.
- Swap the cooler for something like the Montech NX600—great performance at a third of the price!
- Upgrade your motherboard to the ASUS TUF Gaming B650-Plus for better features.
- Look at getting a 2TB WD SN5000 SSD instead of the SN850X to save some cash without sacrificing performance.
- Lastly, a Sapphire Pulse 9060 XT GPU might provide substantial benefits if you play newer titles that demand more VRAM.
Let me know what you think!
These recommendations sound great—thank you! I will definitely consider the SSD upgrade and the 9060 XT for future-proofing.
I found a pre-built option that might fit your needs: it includes a Ryzen 7 7700 with an RTX 5070 and 32GB RAM for about $1600. It's a solid deal! You can check it out here: [link to the product].
Thanks for the recommendation! I'll definitely consider reallocating some funds for a better PSU.