I'm looking to build a gaming PC with a maximum budget of €1,000, buying parts in the Netherlands. I want the best performance for the money, mainly for games like FIFA and Call of Duty, and I'd also like to record and edit videos. I already have peripherals, so the budget is only for the PC itself. I'm not very familiar with choosing components, so advice on either a parts list or a reliable prebuilt would be appreciated.
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For FIFA and Call of Duty at 1080p, you may not need to spend the entire budget if you find discounted or used hardware. A mid-range CPU paired with a capable graphics card should be enough, and you can prioritize the GPU over expensive extras. Look for systems with at least 16 GB of RAM, an SSD, and a decent power supply rather than focusing on flashy lighting or premium cases.
Since prices can be high in the Netherlands, it’s worth comparing prebuilt systems and checking local component deals before buying everything separately. Used parts are another option, especially for the graphics card, as long as you can verify their condition. Make sure not to cut corners on the power supply—choose a reputable brand. Current best-value guides suggest that a strong 1080p system may cost more than €1,000, so a good deal or second-hand component could make a big difference.
I’ll compare some prebuilts and look through local hardware deals. I hadn’t considered buying used parts, so that could help stretch the budget.
One possible build comes in just under budget: an Intel Core i5-14400F, a B760 motherboard, 16 GB of DDR4 memory, a 512 GB NVMe SSD, and a Radeon RX 9060 XT with 16 GB of VRAM. Add a suitable case and a quality 750 W power supply, and the total is roughly €1,000. That should handle FIFA and Call of Duty very well, while also giving you enough performance for basic video recording and editing. You may eventually want to upgrade to 32 GB of RAM and add a larger SSD.
That makes sense, but I’m not sure where to find genuinely good deals or how to tell whether a prebuilt has balanced components.