Is This PC Build Worth It for a First-Time Buyer?

You might want to consider some upgrades for a better value. For just £25 more, you can switch to an AM5 CPU, which will give you enhanced performance. Here are my suggested tweaks: - Upgrade to a Ryzen 5 7500F for better performance and the newer AM5 socket. - A better dual tower cooler can keep everything cool and quiet. - Switch to a B850 motherboard with improved WiFi, and beef up to 32GB of DDR5 RAM. You'd also save on storage with a less expensive 1TB NVME and go for a case with better airflow. Plus, an upgraded power supply for more headroom is a must! Check out my full build here: https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/dNPjck.

I'm pretty unsure about spending so much. Is it really worth it for a gaming rig? I'm mostly into casual gaming and some light productivity.

Thanks for the advice, everyone! I really appreciate it and will consider the recommendations for my build.

The build looks solid, but I've made a slight tweak. The AMD 5800X tends to run hot, so I suggest upgrading the cooler. Everything else seems pretty great!