I've been putting together a budget PC and have opted for a used GPU to play games at full HD. My current build includes a Ryzen 5 8400f CPU, ASRock B650 Pro RS motherboard, an RX 6800 XT GPU, 32GB of Kingston Fury DDR5 RAM, a 1TB Kingston NVMe SSD, and a 750W MSI PSU, totaling around $1450. I'm planning to play games like Ghost of Tsushima, Elden Ring, and Escape from Tarkov. I'm hoping to enhance my build's performance and efficiency, particularly on a $200 budget for upgrades. Any suggestions?
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For power efficiency, using a non-X CPU or enabling eco mode in the BIOS can really drop power consumption significantly—making your rig run cooler without sacrificing much performance. Also, undervolting the GPU later could help save on power without losing out on gaming quality.
Your build is already pretty solid, especially with the RX 6800 XT—it’s a great fit for 1080p gaming! If you want to tweak things, consider upgrading your RAM to 6000 CL30 for a bit better performance. Also, your SSD seems pricey; there are cheaper options out there that can save you some cash to allocate elsewhere. You might see some CPU limitation in demanding games like Tarkov, so if you want a small CPU upgrade, that’s worth thinking about too. Otherwise, your setup is already balanced!
Appreciate the input! I'll keep an eye out for those SSD deals, too.
If you’re considering a CPU upgrade, look into the 7600 or 7700 series if available near you. You might find some good deals at local shops for bundles that include RAM, CPU, and a motherboard. Just be wary, as shipping or rough pricing may vary where you are.
I don’t have access to those bundles where I live; shipping options are limited.
You might want to stick with the AM5 platform for its compatibility and future-proofing, but you can check out whether better options are available around the same price point. Consider looking into different SSD brands since Kingston NV series can be hit or miss. If possible, try to find a HDD for files and keep the SSD for games to balance out performance and storage.
That really makes sense; I’ll do some research on SSD alternatives.
Good to know! I’ll look into that undervolting option; it sounds like a great way to keep temps down.