Thoughts on My PCPartPicker Build List?
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Hey everyone! I'd love to hear your thoughts on my PCPartPicker list. I've shared the link here: [PCPartPicker List](https://nl.pcpartpicker.com/list/r4t6t3).
Here's a quick breakdown of my selected parts:
- **CPU:** I'm looking at a good price for the 9600x, which should handle the 9060 XT well. I found one on AliExpress for €171, but I'm not sure if it's trustworthy.
- **CPU Cooler:** It's a really cheap option, so I'd take any recommendations for better alternatives at a similar price.
- **Motherboard:** I need an ATX-sized board for aesthetic reasons and this one has a decent 12+2+2 phase setup. Open to suggestions if you find similar models without breaking the bank.
- **Memory:** Picked out the cheapest 32GB DDR5-6000 with an acceptable CL rating.
- **Storage:** Not much experience here, so I'm relying on a recommendation I got from Discord.
- **Video Card:** New and fast, fits my budget pretty well. I think it's one of the best options right now for its price.
- **Case:** Looks decent and affordable, but I'm open to alternatives that are similarly priced.
- **Power Supply:** It's Tier-A rated, which is great, but it's only semi-modular and lacks ATX 3.0 support. Let me know if you know a better one at or below this price.
I'm already a bit over my budget of €1000, so I can't really afford to upgrade to more expensive components. I'm super grateful for any feedback! (Oh, I'm Dutch, so prices can vary a lot based on location.)
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Your build looks solid overall! It's good to see that you've chosen a motherboard that can handle future CPUs. That's really important for upgrades down the line!
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This build is pretty basic but effective for around €1000, especially with those CPU and GPU choices. The only suggestion I'd give is to invest a bit more in the case if you can; a good case can make future maintenance a lot easier. You might also find some savings by looking for used parts on sites like Facebook Marketplace, if that's popular where you are.
5th batch cooled: Thanks! I'll search for some second-hand cases. I found a PC case tier list from a YouTuber called 'Scattervolt' who rated this case pretty highly, so I thought it was a good choice. Should I skip the 9600x from AliExpress?
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You might want to check out the pricing on MSI MAG A-GL ATX3 variants. They have some good options if you're looking for alternatives under your price point.
5th batch cooled: €94 for the 650w version is only €5 more. Is that a bad choice? Thanks for the tip!
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5th batch cooled: Understood. Thank you for your time!