I'm building my first desktop after using laptops and would like advice on choosing compatible parts. The system should handle coding, possible game development, and 1440p AAA gaming at roughly 80–100+ FPS on high or ultra settings, with moderate ray tracing where practical. My total budget is around $2,000, including a monitor, mechanical keyboard, mouse, and headset. I'll be buying in Romania, so parts should be available from Romanian retailers or nearby stores. I'd prefer a black build with good airflow and air cooling rather than liquid cooling. My current ideas are a Ryzen 5 7600X, B650 AM5 motherboard, 32GB DDR5-6000 CL30 memory, Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB, 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, 650W 80+ Gold power supply, and a suitable case. I'm hoping for a 27-inch 1440p monitor with at least 144Hz, ideally OLED if the budget allows. Are these parts suitable for demanding games such as Cyberpunk 2077, and what specific replacements or brands would give me the best performance and compatibility within budget?
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For the case, check local pricing on the Montech XR. It’s a popular affordable option and should work well for a black, airflow-focused build. For air cooling, the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE is a strong choice for the Ryzen 5 7600X and avoids the added complexity of liquid cooling.
Those two parts cost about $140 together where I live. Just to confirm, is the Ryzen 5 7600X powerful enough for demanding AAA games like Cyberpunk, and do you think this overall setup can stay within the budget?