I'm planning to build my first gaming PC and I'm a bit overwhelmed. I have a budget of around $2000, and I want to ensure I can smoothly run games like Cyberpunk and Call of Duty. My monitor supports 1440p, so I'd like suggestions that cater to that resolution. Any advice on the right components or tips for a beginner would be greatly appreciated!
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I put together a build that should run most AAA games at 1440p on ultra settings without issues. You can check out the details below. If the prices near you are similar, consider grabbing the RX 9070 instead of the 7900 XT for better features and ray tracing.
Here's the list:
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D - $384
- CPU Cooler: Thermalright Aqua Elite - $49
- Motherboard: Gigabyte B850 AORUS ELITE - $179
- Memory: Corsair Vengeance RGB 32GB - $369
- Storage: Crucial P310 1TB SSD - $149
- Video Card: XFX RX 7900 XT - $699
- Case: Montech XR ATX Mid Tower - $69
- Power Supply: MSI MAG A850GL - $99
Total: $2002.26
Perfect for what you’re looking to do!
If you're aiming for 1080p gaming, you could get away with building a solid rig for around $800. However, for 1440p and to play newer games smoothly, you might want to invest more. Since you're in California, check out Microcenter if you're near one, as they often have good deals!
Running Cyberpunk and Call of Duty optimally can be tricky since they have differing hardware needs. For 1440p, I recommend going with an AMD Ryzen 7 7600X paired with an RTX 5070. This combination should handle both games smoothly without breaking the bank.
Why not go for a CPU with x3d for better performance?
Looks like I’ll need to focus on a single route to balance performance for both games then, right?
Thanks for the tip! I actually live in Cali, so that could help a lot.