Hey everyone! I've been planning to build my first gaming PC for a bit now and I've put together a list of components that fit my budget, which is around $1,300 to $1,400. However, since I'm not super tech-savvy, I'm really hoping to get some feedback to avoid making any mistakes or choosing bad components. Here's what I have so far:
- **CPU**: AMD Ryzen 7 7700x
- **Cooler**: Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360L
- **Motherboard**: MSI B650 Gaming Plus WIFI ATX AM5
- **Memory**: TEAMGROUP T-Force Delta RGB 32 GB (2x16)
- **Storage**: Samsung 990 EVO Plus 2 TB NVMe SSD
- **Video Card**: Sapphire PULSE Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB
- **Case**: Corsair 3500X ARGB ATX Mid Tower
- **Power Supply**: MSI MAG A850GL 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular
I'm not too worried about aesthetics, but I just want this build to work well without any major issues. If you see anything that could be improved or any red flags in my choices, please let me know! Thanks a lot!
2 Answers
Your build looks solid overall! Just a heads up, you might want to include the entire parts list in just one link rather than separate links for everything. It'll make it easier for people to check it out. Also, don’t forget to share the PCPartPicker link so folks can see all the choices at once!
There are a few tweaks you might want to consider. For the CPU cooler, the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE is a cheaper but effective option. Your motherboard choice is good, but check out alternatives like the ASRock B650 PG LIGHTNING - it usually comes at a lower price. You can always optimize your RAM and SSD by using parametric filters for cost-effective options. Also, consider a different case since the Corsair 3500X isn’t highly recommended—you might want to check out the Antec C3 for a good balance of airflow and aesthetics.
Thanks for the detailed suggestions! I’ll look into those alternatives.
Thanks for the tip! I’ll do that next time.