Hey everyone, I'm about to take my first plunge into building a PC and I'd love your feedback on my current parts list. Here's what I'm considering:
- Case: Deepcool CH160 mini ITX
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 4500
- Cooler: Deepcool Assassin IV
- Motherboard: Gigabyte A520I AC
- GPU: Radeon RX 6600 (ASRock Challenger D)
- PSU: Be Quiet! SFX L Power 500W 80+ Fully Modular
- Memory: TEAMGROUP T-force Vulcan Z 32GB
- Storage: Kingston NV3 1TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
I'm budgeting around 800€ since I'm in Finland. My laptop is on its last legs, and I want something more upgradable. I'm not a hardcore gamer but will need to run some VR apps with my Quest 3 headset, so I'm trying to meet those specs. Besides that, it'll be for regular office work and some casual entertainment like movies.
I opted for a mini ITX build because my space is a bit limited, but if anyone thinks I should consider something else, I'm open to suggestions!
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Hey! I’d suggest looking into M-ATX instead of ITX with your budget. ITX parts often come at a premium, while M-ATX can really help you save without sacrificing size too much. A case like the Lian Li A3 could be a solid alternative, and you might even get a much better CPU with the extra cash. I built a similar PC that’s 2-3x faster for just about $100 more—check it out!
Thanks! I’m considering going M-ATX now that you mention it. Your build suggestion sounds tempting—faster for just a bit more seems like a smart move!