How can I cut costs on my PC build for 1080p gaming?

Buying used is a great way to save. Try checking out r/hardwareswap for deals. Also, remember that regular ATX boards tend to cost less than micro ATX ones. You might even get away with using a G series APU instead of the 8GB GPU, especially for 1080p gaming.

You could downsize your power supply since a 750W unit might be overkill. Also, consider looking for a less expensive case; you’d be surprised how much you can save there.

If you can hold off for a bit, Black Friday sales could save you some serious cash. I managed to score some great deals last year, which let me upgrade some parts while sticking to a budget. Just a thought!

Your build looks a bit on the pricier side. One area to start saving is with the NVMe drive; you don’t need a Samsung and you can probably get by with a 1TB instead of 2TB. Also, check if you can find a cheaper cooler or consider using 2x8GB RAM sticks instead of 2x16GB if you’re trying to save cash.

Have you thought about swapping to an Intel Arc B580 instead of the 8GB 5060? It’s a bit slower but $50 cheaper with more VRAM, which could be helpful at 1080p. You might find it hard to track down, but new eleg could have restocks often. Also, you can probably save a bit on your case and drive.

For SSDs, consider a 1TB Kingston or SiliconPower; both would be cheaper and still good enough unless you have a massive media library. Also, a 750W non-modular bronze PSU from MSI can help cut costs. Looking at single tower CPU coolers around $19 can also save you a few bucks.