I'm looking to build my first PC for gaming, but I have a budget of $850. I've done some research on components, particularly on websites like Newegg, but I'm feeling overwhelmed and am not sure which parts are reliable. I'd appreciate advice from anyone experienced in PC building to help me pick good components that will work well together and won't give me a ton of issues. Thanks!
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Honestly, have you thought about just getting a PS5? You could use the rest of your budget on games instead. Or you could save up some more since prices on PC parts might drop soon.
If you're open to used components, for $850 you could potentially piece together a build with a Ryzen 5600X CPU, a 3080 graphics card, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB SSD. Just keep in mind that you’ll need to find good deals. New parts will cost more and offer less value but give you some peace of mind.
If you want a less complicated route, maybe consider a prebuilt system. These can often be better value when compared to assembling everything on your own for that budget.
To start off, I'd recommend getting a motherboard that supports DDR4 RAM along with either 16GB or 32GB of DDR4 RAM. After that, you can build your system around that foundation.
Honestly, have you thought about checking for a used PC? You might find something decent on Craigslist for around $200, and then you can upgrade any components you need. It’s a great way to stay within your budget.
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