I'm building my very first gaming PC and I'm working with a budget between 800 and 1000 euros, ideally, I'd like to spend less. I've done some research and put together a list of parts, which you can see here: [pcpartpicker](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/gnyVRV). My goal is to play games like Elden Ring and Hogwarts Legacy at high frame rates and good quality. Currently, my build totals about 1000 euros, which seems a bit pricey. I'm looking for suggestions to either reduce costs or improve my setup without breaking the bank. Also, I haven't picked an operating system yet. I've heard about OEM keys being a cheaper option, so any advice on that would be appreciated, including where to purchase one.
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Consider bumping up your RAM and getting a larger monitor since size can enhance your gaming experience for titles like Elden Ring and Hogwarts. I managed to lower my total by about $100. Here's my updated build suggestion: [PCPartPicker Link](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/wCCDXR). Also, you might want to look at getting a used RX 6800 XT for around $350—it could give you a solid boost in performance!
Staying near the €1000 limit is key if you want to build something decent. For the CPU, I suggest looking at the R5 7600 and pairing it with an RTX 3060. You can check out this revised list: [PCPartPicker Link](https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/GTF4mC). Alternatively, for the GPU, R5 5600 coupled with a 4060 Ti or 7700 XT might work great too ([Link here](https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/gLbwFZ)). Depending on where you are in Europe, you may need to swap for equivalent parts.
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