Hey folks! I'm planning to put together my first PC this year and have started selecting parts on PCPartPicker. The estimated cost comes to around $1100, but I'm aiming to save up to $1200 just in case prices go up. Since I'm a high school student on a budget, I'd love your feedback and any suggestions on changes I should make! Here's the link to my build: [PCPartPicker List](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/g8rczP)
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I have some suggestions that could improve your build for just under $100 more. The 9060 XT 8GB graphics card is way faster than the 6600, so that’s worth considering if you’re okay with spending a bit more. If you want to save some cash though, sticking to the 6600 works too. Also, I'd recommend the M482 SSD as it’s a better option than the P3 Plus and usually cheaper. You might want to look at the newer X28 fans too; they’re slightly wider but have better airflow and are almost the same price. Here’s a link to my suggestions: [Updated Build List](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/tK7CPJ)
Are the X28 fans compatible with my case though? I know they’re 3mm wider, so just double-checking!
Your build looks solid for an AMD AM4 setup! I did notice that the RAM seems a bit pricier than what I paid for my 2x16 DDR5 set, which was only $4 less because I caught it on sale at Newegg. By the way, I also have those fans in my case and they really do perform well and look great!
Thanks, this helps! I'm open to spending a bit more, so I appreciate the advice!