I'm interested in IT and want a computer that can handle programming, gaming titles such as Call of Duty, GTA, and Fortnite, and video editing for online content. I'd like the system to last several years without needing major upgrades. My budget is around €1,300 for the PC itself, although I may be able to save more if necessary. I'd also like to use two monitors, so I need advice on suitable specifications and whether building or buying a prebuilt system offers better value.
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The exact gaming performance depends on resolution and settings. For 1080p gaming, a midrange current GPU should provide high frame rates in Fortnite and strong performance in GTA and Call of Duty. For 1440p, aim for something around an RX 7700 XT, RX 7800 XT, or RTX 4070-class card if the price is reasonable. Two monitors are fine, but they do not require twice the graphics power unless you are gaming across both screens.
At this budget, prioritize a strong graphics card, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. A Ryzen 5 7600 or Ryzen 7 7700 paired with a Radeon RX 7800 XT or a similar modern GPU would be a good target. Choose a quality 650–750W power supply and avoid spending too much on an expensive motherboard. Building yourself usually gives better parts and upgrade options than a prebuilt, but compare the total price including Windows and assembly.
A Ryzen 7 5700 with an RTX 3070 Ti could work, but it is an older platform and may not be the best long-term choice. Also, check motherboard BIOS support before pairing that processor with a B450 board. Newer AM5 parts give you a better upgrade path, and the 3070 Ti can use quite a lot of power, so do not pair it with a cheap power supply. If buying a prebuilt, check the exact PSU, RAM configuration, SSD, and cooling rather than judging it only by the CPU and GPU.
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