Hey everyone! I'm finally ready to treat myself to a PC build after putting it off for a while, especially since my kids were born. I'm on a tight budget of $600 and I'm hoping to get some suggestions from the community for a nice build. The main game I play is Rocket League, and besides that, I do a lot of job searching and some basic graphic design work like creating logos and skateboard decks. I'm also an AI enthusiast focusing on design and LLM.
Here are the specs of my current setup for reference:
- **Operating System:** Windows 11 Pro (64-bit)
- **CPU:** Intel Core i9-10900K @ 3.70 GHz (10 cores, 20 threads)
- **Motherboard:** ASUS ROG STRIX Z490-E GAMING (LGA1200)
- **Memory:** 64 GB DDR4-3600
- **Graphics:** Zotac NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060
- **Storage:** 2 TB Samsung 860 EVO SSD, 256 GB Crucial MX100 SSD, 953 GB Sanzang SSD
Thanks for any help!
2 Answers
Just a heads-up, requests for complete parts lists aren't usually allowed here. Maybe pick one or two components you need recommendations for instead? That way, you're more likely to get tailored advice!
Are you open to using any refurbished or second-hand hardware? That could really stretch your budget and get you some decent components for your Cake Day PC!
Yeah, I'm totally fine with refurbished or used parts. Most of my current setup is second-hand from a friend.
I updated my post with the current specs so it's easier to see what I have and what I might need—you know, trying to avoid the spoonfeeding thing!