Should I Downgrade My CPU or Motherboard to Save on My First Gaming PC Build?
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TechWizard99
I'm just starting my first gaming PC build and have already purchased some parts like RAM and storage since RAM prices have been rising. I'm trying to determine if I should stick with my original plan or make changes to bring down costs, especially regarding the CPU and motherboard. Here's what I have so far:
- **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 7 7700 3.6 GHz 8-Core OEM/Tray Processor
- **CPU Cooler:** Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE ARGB 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler
- **Motherboard:** Gigabyte B850M FORCE WIFI6E V2 Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard
- **Memory:** G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL32 Memory
- **Storage:** ADATA LEGEND 960 MAX 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive
- **Video Card:** XFX Swift OC Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB Video Card
- **Case:** Tecware Forge M2 MicroATX Mid Tower Case
- **Power Supply:** 1STPLAYER NGDP 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
I'm considering these changes:
- **CPU:** Downgrade to Ryzen 5 7600x
- **MOBO:** MSI B650M Gaming Plus WiFi
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First, what's your overall budget and where are you located? That'll help a lot in tailoring suggestions!
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TechWizard99: My budget is around 65,000 PHP and I'm in the Philippines.