I'm putting together my first PC primarily for gaming and work, with a budget of 1100 euros and based in Greece. I've tried to make the build cost-effective while ensuring it remains future-proof. Here's the parts list I've come up with:
* **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 5 9600X
* **RAM:** Kingston Fury, DDR5 16GB, 6000, CAS 30 (I plan to add another 16GB later)
* **MOTHERBOARD:** MSI Pro B650M-P
* **GPU:** Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB
* **STORAGE:** Kingston KC3000 SSD 1TB M.2 NVMe
* **PSU:** Be Quiet Pure Power 12 M 750W 80+ GOLD
* **CASE:** Lian Li DAN A3 Micro Tower (love its aesthetic for my desk)
* **CPU COOLER:** Arctic Freezer 36
* **FANS:** 4x 120mm fans
I'm not currently into high-demand games; I mostly play CS2 and Cities Skylines for now. However, I do want to be prepared for GTA VI when it releases and I'll also use this system for work, though my applications aren't particularly demanding. Any feedback on this build would be greatly appreciated!
2 Answers
You might want to reconsider the CPU cooler; I recommend the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 instead of the Arctic Freezer 36. Also, switch to 4 Arctic P12 Pro fans for better airflow. Plus, look into a B650 motherboard that's not from MSI, as their PCIe slot placement could cause issues with full-size fans in your case, especially with a micro tower setup. It’s a minor detail, but could save you some hassle later on!
Are you planning to start with one stick of RAM and then add another later, or using two and eventually adding two more? Having four sticks can sometimes create compatibility issues and slow down your RAM speed. If you're trying to keep it simple, going with two sticks initially might be a better idea for performance. Overall, your build looks solid!
Should I switch to DDR4 and go for 2x16GB instead? Is there a significant performance difference between DDR4 and DDR5?
Thanks for the tips, I'll definitely check those out!