I'm building my very first PC and aiming to play games at 1440p and 1080p. Here's my current build, and I'm open to any advice or recommendations:
- **GPU:** RX 9060 XT 16GB (281mm long, 3 fans since it gets hot here)
- **CPU:** Ryzen 5 5600X
- **Motherboard:** B550M Pro VDH WiFi
- **RAM:** Adata XPG D35G 16GB
- **PSU:** Aerocool Lux 750W Bronze (it's the cheapest 80 Bronze available)
- **Storage:** Kingston SSD NV3 1TB
- **Case:** Aerocool Hexform (3 fans, 2 in front, 1 at the back; fits 296mm GPU and 159mm CPU cooler)
- **Cooler:** Redragon CC-1014 (154mm height)
- **Monitor:** AERO 120Hz 1080p 24" IPS (planning to upgrade later)
The total cost came to $1080, and I'm a bit confused about the price of some components, but that's the situation. Any suggestions for better parts or improvements would be awesome!
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Your GPU and CPU combo looks solid for 1440p gaming! I've used both, and they perform well together. If you're looking for better performance, consider upgrading to the Ryzen 7 5700X; its additional cache significantly improves 1% FPS in most games. Just a heads up on the motherboard — while it should work fine, the VRMs aren't the best for overclocking if you decide to go that route. My biggest concern is the PSU; I recommend investing in a higher-quality one. Cheap PSUs can fail and potentially damage your PC. Check out more reliable options from the PSU list I shared in the link below. Other than that, your RAM, storage, and case choices seem solid! If RGB isn’t crucial for you, swap the cooler for a Peerless Assassin; it’s high quality and affordable!
Thanks for the tips! Why do you think the PSU is a bad choice? I initially picked one that wasn't rated at all and was told to upgrade to at least an 80 Plus Bronze, so I settled on this one since it was the cheapest option I could find.