I’m planning a gaming PC with the parts below, listed at about £2,436. The power supply price is missing. Is the build well balanced, or are there places I could save without giving up much performance?
Does this gaming PC build make sense for the price?
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The graphics card is the main performance part here, and the RTX 5070 Ti is a capable choice. But the total looks high for a gaming build because several other parts are expensive without adding much gaming performance. I’d compare a less costly motherboard, cooler, and SSD, then put the savings toward the GPU or simply keep the money.
Also check the exact PSU model and price before deciding. A 1000W unit may be more capacity than this system needs, though the right choice depends on the specific parts and any future upgrades.
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There’s a compatibility detail to verify: the list pairs an LGA1851 motherboard with an Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus. Check the motherboard’s CPU support list and BIOS requirements for that exact processor before buying. Don’t assume compatibility from the socket name alone.
The listed RAM price also looks unusually high for a 32GB kit, so shop around for DDR5-6000 memory with similar specifications. That and the motherboard are the first places I’d compare against cheaper alternatives.
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For gaming, I’d decide what resolution and frame rate you’re targeting before settling on this spend. If the goal is high-refresh 1440p or 4K, the GPU choice may fit, but the 2TB premium SSD and RGB liquid cooler are easy places to trim. A less expensive NVMe drive is usually a more sensible value unless you specifically want that model’s features.
The build also uses a mini-ITX board, which can cost more and gives you less room for expansion. If you don’t need a particularly small PC, compare a micro-ATX or ATX setup and make sure the case supports the board size you choose.
BETA_fold:
I’m aiming for 1440p. I don’t need the smallest case, so I’ll look at larger board options too.
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It can make a strong gaming PC, but “good” depends on whether you value the small-form-factor look and the premium parts. If not, I’d simplify the build: a cheaper board, air cooler, and mainstream 2TB SSD, then compare the revised total with other systems using the same graphics card.
One practical check: confirm the case supports the chosen cooler, graphics card, and power supply dimensions. The PSU line has no price, so the actual total will be higher than the figure shown if it still needs to be purchased.
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PLUMBERY:
Would a regular air cooler be enough for the processor?
ZIPPER+Q:
For gaming, a good tower air cooler is a reasonable way to cut cost. Check that it fits the case and is rated for the processor, rather than paying extra for an AIO just for appearance.