I've primarily used pre-built PCs, but I'm eager to build my own this time. My budget is quite tight, and I'm set on getting a GTX 5060 8GB. I need suggestions for the best Ryzen CPU and compatible motherboard. I plan to use DDR4 RAM for now but would like to upgrade to DDR5 in the future. I'll be using an 850W power supply. I've heard that the Ryzen 5 5500 is a decent option, but I'm curious if there's a better choice out there. Also, I need guidance on high-performance coolers, as I've read I might need one. Can someone provide me with a list of recommended coolers, motherboards, and CPUs that pair well with a GTX 5060 8GB?
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The Ryzen 5 5500 is a solid low-budget choice, and usually it comes with a cooler unless you go for the 'tray' version. Just a heads up, for your 850W power supply, that might be overkill; you could actually get by with a 500W since you won't be pushing too much power. Also, keep in mind that DDR4 and DDR5 are not compatible with the 5000 series CPUs, so make sure to choose a motherboard that fits your upgrade plans. While the 5060 is decent, considering stepping up to something like the 9060XT 16GB could be a good long-term investment, although it does come at a higher price. Trust me, I went with a 3070 Ti and I've been wishing I went for more VRAM.
Yeah, the 5060 is about £571, which makes upgrading a bit tricky for me too.
I'm budgeting around £800, so I might have to stick with the 5060 for now.