I'm putting together a beginner gaming PC for my son and I'm aiming to save as much as possible. I already have some spare monitors that support 1440p at 144Hz, and my son has chosen a specific case, which I'll link below. I'm not quite sure if the components I have picked are overkill or if there are better options that can help me stay within a $1000 budget (ideally less) while still providing good performance for games like Fortnite, Spider-Man, Call of Duty, and Battlefield. I'm located in the USA. Here's a look at my current part list: [PCPartPicker Part List](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/q2GnDj)
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Also, just a thought—are you sure about that DeepCool case? It’s pretty pricey. There are cheaper ones that look great and may suit your son’s style just as well. Plus, consider checking for CPU options that offer a future upgrade path on the AM5 platform.
Here’s a better build suggestion that might fit your budget. Check this out: [PCPartPicker Part List](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/qZmF2x) — it features a Ryzen 5 9600X and a nice cooling solution, plus DDR5 memory which is great for performance.
Absolutely! DDR5 is a solid upgrade in terms of speed and future-proofing your system.
Is the price difference between the Ryzen 9600X and the 5600X really worth it? I'm curious if the upgrade is significant.
You might want to swap out that Samsung NVMe SSD. There are cheaper options from brands like Crucial or TeamGroup that work just as well. Also, your power supply is a bit overkill; a 750W will do just fine for your build.
Thanks for the tip! I'm going to go with the Crucial SSD and check out a Thermaltake 750W PSU that I've seen for a good price.
Definitely be cautious with a super cheap PSU, though. Best to invest in a quality 750W instead of risking your components with a low-quality 1000W.
Alternatively, you could save a bit more by going for the Ryzen 5 7600, which is also slightly cheaper. Here’s a part list that totals under $960: [PCPartPicker Part List](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/bfJN4p).
We aren’t set on that case yet. I’ll look for something cheaper that still fits his style.