I'm planning to buy the components for my first PC tomorrow and would appreciate a quick sanity check before ordering. The build includes an AMD Ryzen 5 9600X, Cooler Master ML240L Core liquid cooler, MSI PRO B650M-P motherboard, 32GB of DDR5-6000 CL36 memory, an ASUS Dual Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB graphics card, a 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD, a 750W 80+ Gold fully modular power supply, and a Zebronics Mercury case. I'm also considering a 24-inch 100–144Hz VA monitor and three to six case fans. I plan to use Linux Mint, and the PC will be used for both gaming and work, including multitasking. Are there any compatibility, cooling, airflow, or value concerns I should address before buying?
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The parts look broadly sensible, and 32GB of RAM is reasonable since this will also be your work PC and you plan to multitask. The main things I’d double-check are the case’s included fans, available radiator support, airflow, and build quality. You may not need to buy six extra fans; a couple of well-placed intake fans and an exhaust fan usually provide better airflow than filling the case unnecessarily. Also make sure the motherboard has the BIOS support you need for the processor and that the power supply is from a reputable model line.
The monitor is the part I’d reconsider. Inexpensive VA panels can have noticeable black smearing, especially in darker games and when scrolling. Look for reviews that specifically test motion clarity, ghosting, and response times rather than choosing only by refresh rate. A good IPS display may give you a cleaner experience even if its advertised refresh rate is similar.
Before ordering, verify that the case supports the 240mm cooler and the graphics card length, and check whether the motherboard has enough M.2 slots and rear I/O for your needs. The 1TB SSD is a fine starting point, but confirm the exact drive model and avoid an unreviewed no-name SSD. Linux Mint should work well for general use, though it’s worth checking current graphics-driver and game compatibility for the Radeon card.
I’m keeping the 32GB because I’ll be using the system for work as well as gaming, so I expect to have several applications open at once.