Hey everyone! I'm excited to share my first gaming PC build after nearly a decade—my last one was when I was just a kid! I'm primarily a casual gamer, currently stuck with a gaming laptop, but I'm planning to switch over to this new build. My budget is capped at $1500, but unfortunately, I don't have a Microcenter nearby for parts. Here's the list I've compiled: [https://pcpartpicker.com/list/WypZmC](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/WypZmC). I would love any feedback or suggestions on parts that could be replaced, added, or even ways to reduce costs. Thanks for checking it out!
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It looks like you've got a solid build, but I think you have a bit too much power supply. You might want to use a good quality PSU with lower wattage.
Honestly, an ASROCK PSU at 850W is perfectly fine, providing you plenty of headroom for upgrades.
If gaming is the priority, I’d recommend reallocating your budget. It looks like you're spending a lot on the CPU compared to the GPU. Maybe drop the CPU to a 9600X to save some cash and boost the GPU instead? And a smaller PSU could help offset the cost too!
That sounds great! Do you have any PSU recommendations?
How much wattage do you suggest? Would a 650W or 750W work well?