I'm in the process of building a new PC and I'd love your feedback on my current setup. I've already purchased the CPU, SSD, RAM, and power supply, but I want to make sure everything else is good. My budget is pretty tight, so I might not be able to make big changes. Here's a link to my build: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/QNq42x
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Why did you choose that CPU? If there's still time, maybe consider returning it. For a $1k budget, an AM5 build could be worth it; I'd recommend a Ryzen 7600 or 7500F instead. Just a thought!
I got that CPU on sale for half the price and thought it was a steal, but it’s too late for returns now.
If you haven't picked a case yet, check out the Fractal Design Meshify C. It's a sturdy case and only about $20 more than your current option, plus their customer service is way better than Montech.
Thanks for the recommendation, I’ll definitely consider it!
Swap out the B580 for a 7700XT, you'll get a better performance. Other than that, your build looks solid!
Thanks for the suggestion!
It looks great overall! I found an RX 7600 XT 16GB for about the same price as the B580 12GB, and it's a bit better. If you could stretch to $600 for the graphics card, the 7800 XT would be a fantastic upgrade.
Thanks for the tip!
That’s good to know!
Your build looks pretty good! It's got similar specs to my current rig, but if possible, I’d recommend upgrading to a more powerful PSU if you haven't finalized that yet.
Do you have any specific PSU models in mind? I just ordered mine today, so I can still return it.
I think going with an AM5 setup might be a stretch for your budget. The 7600 is already around $180+, plus you’d need to invest in a compatible motherboard and RAM. It might be better to focus on getting a solid GPU instead.