I'm working on a $900 budget for a gaming PC. I've already spent $80 on a used Ryzen 5 5600, so I have about $820 left to build the rest. I also need to include a monitor in this budget. Any advice on the parts I should get? Thanks! 🙂
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You might want to consider the Intel ARC B580; it’s a great option if you're looking to hit over 60 FPS at 1440p for most games. You could also save money by looking for used DDR4 memory and a case. I found a used RAM kit for about $50, which is a sweet deal. Check around for used parts—it can save you a good chunk!
Definitely keep looking for used parts. You can find good deals on 32GB of used DDR4 for around $120-140. A used RTX 3080 can be found for about $300, and cases are often cheap on local marketplaces—like $30 max. Expanding your search to used stores and eBay might save you a lot!
Here's a solid build suggestion for your budget:
- CPU: Ryzen 5 5600 (already purchased)
- Motherboard: MSI B550M PRO-VDH WIFI - $99.99
- Memory: Silicon Power 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 - $123.97
- Storage: Silicon Power A55 1 TB SSD - $126.97
- Video Card: XFX Swift OC Radeon RX 9060 XT - $349.99
- Case: Cooler Master MasterBox Q300L - $40.39
- Power Supply: SAMA GT 650W Fully Modular - $63.62
- Monitor: MSI PRO MP225 21.5" 1080p - $59.99
**Total**: $864.92. You’ll have a great setup for gaming without going over your budget!
That’s a great tip! I’ve already seen some decent RAM listings in my area, too. Do you think it's worth paying a bit more for the better RX 9060 XT, or should I stick with the ARC B580 for now?