F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Build AdviceLooking for advice on budget GPU for build im looking at

Build AdviceLooking for advice on budget GPU for build im looking at

Build AdviceLooking for advice on budget GPU for build im looking at

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filcio1234
Member
211
11-02-2016, 11:51 AM
#1
I had to sell my previous setup a few months back just to pay some bills. Now I have roughly $1000 to put together something decent until I can really spend more.

Here’s what I’ve managed so far using Microcenter:
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/BjZhwY

The CPU isn’t showing up for me—it’s an AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D at 4.1 GHz with 6 cores.

What GPUs do you think I should consider on Amazon or maybe look for used ones? I had a 9060 in my cart, but after taxes it cost me $182, leaving no room for much else.

Thanks in advance for any advice!
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filcio1234
11-02-2016, 11:51 AM #1

I had to sell my previous setup a few months back just to pay some bills. Now I have roughly $1000 to put together something decent until I can really spend more.

Here’s what I’ve managed so far using Microcenter:
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/BjZhwY

The CPU isn’t showing up for me—it’s an AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D at 4.1 GHz with 6 cores.

What GPUs do you think I should consider on Amazon or maybe look for used ones? I had a 9060 in my cart, but after taxes it cost me $182, leaving no room for much else.

Thanks in advance for any advice!

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Tatum_
Junior Member
43
11-02-2016, 05:25 PM
#2
I mainly focus on FPS and MMOs, but I might try a few triple-A titles and co-op games with my girlfriend.
What resolution or refresh rate are you considering?
Are you receiving the processor bundled? I'm checking because it isn't shown in your PCPP listing with a price.
In my opinion, this build works just fine without losing performance;
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7600X 4.7 GHz 6-Core Processor
($170.49 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Assassin King SE ARGB 66.17 CFM
($18.59 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFI ATX AM5
($189.42 @ Amazon)
Memory: Crucial Pro Overclocking 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36
($84.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Crucial P3 Plus 500 GB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($44.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Crucial P3 Plus 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($113.95 @ iBUYPOWER)
Video Card: Sapphire PULSE Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB
($299.99 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT H5 Flow (2024) ATX Mid Tower Case
($59.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Montech CENTURY II 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX
($89.90 @ Amazon)
Total: $1072.31
Prices cover shipping, taxes, and any available discounts
Generated by
PCPartPicker
2025-07-16 00:50 EDT-0400
Two SSDs: the smaller one for the operating system, the bigger one for your game collection.
I recommend saving a bit more before buying something more powerful.
My two cents.
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Tatum_
11-02-2016, 05:25 PM #2

I mainly focus on FPS and MMOs, but I might try a few triple-A titles and co-op games with my girlfriend.
What resolution or refresh rate are you considering?
Are you receiving the processor bundled? I'm checking because it isn't shown in your PCPP listing with a price.
In my opinion, this build works just fine without losing performance;
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7600X 4.7 GHz 6-Core Processor
($170.49 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Assassin King SE ARGB 66.17 CFM
($18.59 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFI ATX AM5
($189.42 @ Amazon)
Memory: Crucial Pro Overclocking 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36
($84.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Crucial P3 Plus 500 GB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($44.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Crucial P3 Plus 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($113.95 @ iBUYPOWER)
Video Card: Sapphire PULSE Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB
($299.99 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT H5 Flow (2024) ATX Mid Tower Case
($59.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Montech CENTURY II 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX
($89.90 @ Amazon)
Total: $1072.31
Prices cover shipping, taxes, and any available discounts
Generated by
PCPartPicker
2025-07-16 00:50 EDT-0400
Two SSDs: the smaller one for the operating system, the bigger one for your game collection.
I recommend saving a bit more before buying something more powerful.
My two cents.

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Llama_Spit
Member
51
11-02-2016, 05:36 PM
#3
PCPartPicker List of Components CPU: * Intel Core i5-14400F 2.5 GHz 10-Core Processor ($129.99 on Amazon) CPU Cooler: * ID-COOLING FROZN A410 SE 55.2 CFM CPU Cooler ($24.99 on Amazon) Motherboard: * ASRock Z790 PRO RS WIFI ATX LGA1700 Motherboard ($158.99 on Newegg) Memory: * Patriot Viper Venom 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory ($85.99 on Newegg) Storage: * MSI SPATIUM M461 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($89.99 on MSI) Video Card: * ASRock Challenger OC Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB Video Card ($369.99 on Newegg) Case: * Montech AIR 903 BASE ATX Mid Tower Case ($64.98 on Amazon) Power Supply: * ASRock Challenger CL-750G 750 W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($69.99 on Newegg) Overall Cost: $994.91 Prices encompass shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts *Selected lowest-priced items based on criteria* Created by PCPartPicker 2025-07-16 00:57 EDT-0400
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Llama_Spit
11-02-2016, 05:36 PM #3

PCPartPicker List of Components CPU: * Intel Core i5-14400F 2.5 GHz 10-Core Processor ($129.99 on Amazon) CPU Cooler: * ID-COOLING FROZN A410 SE 55.2 CFM CPU Cooler ($24.99 on Amazon) Motherboard: * ASRock Z790 PRO RS WIFI ATX LGA1700 Motherboard ($158.99 on Newegg) Memory: * Patriot Viper Venom 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory ($85.99 on Newegg) Storage: * MSI SPATIUM M461 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($89.99 on MSI) Video Card: * ASRock Challenger OC Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB Video Card ($369.99 on Newegg) Case: * Montech AIR 903 BASE ATX Mid Tower Case ($64.98 on Amazon) Power Supply: * ASRock Challenger CL-750G 750 W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($69.99 on Newegg) Overall Cost: $994.91 Prices encompass shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts *Selected lowest-priced items based on criteria* Created by PCPartPicker 2025-07-16 00:57 EDT-0400

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V4L3N73
Member
209
11-03-2016, 02:11 AM
#4
Likely keep it at 1080 for optimal frames.
Sorry, I don’t know how it’s not linking, but the bundle does include a CPU.
AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D 4.1 GHz 6-Core Processor with RAM and motherboard.
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V4L3N73
11-03-2016, 02:11 AM #4

Likely keep it at 1080 for optimal frames.
Sorry, I don’t know how it’s not linking, but the bundle does include a CPU.
AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D 4.1 GHz 6-Core Processor with RAM and motherboard.

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Sussu
Senior Member
708
11-03-2016, 02:43 AM
#5
You need to assemble the bundle as a custom component.
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D 4.1 GHz 6-Core Processor
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE ARGB 66.17 CFM
($36.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus TUF GAMING B650-E WIFI ATX AM5
($0.00)
Memory: G.Skill Flare X5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36
($0.00)
Storage: SK Hynix Platinum P41 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME
($79.98 @ Amazon)
Video Card: ASRock Challenger OC Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB
($369.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Montech AIR 903 BASE ATX Mid Tower Case
($69.00 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Montech CENTURY II 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular
($89.90 @ Amazon)
Custom: 7600x3d bundle ($399.99)
Total: $1045.76
Prices cover shipping, taxes, and available discounts
Generated by PCPartPicker
2025-07-16 08:02 EDT-0400
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Sussu
11-03-2016, 02:43 AM #5

You need to assemble the bundle as a custom component.
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D 4.1 GHz 6-Core Processor
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE ARGB 66.17 CFM
($36.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus TUF GAMING B650-E WIFI ATX AM5
($0.00)
Memory: G.Skill Flare X5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36
($0.00)
Storage: SK Hynix Platinum P41 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME
($79.98 @ Amazon)
Video Card: ASRock Challenger OC Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB
($369.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Montech AIR 903 BASE ATX Mid Tower Case
($69.00 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Montech CENTURY II 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular
($89.90 @ Amazon)
Custom: 7600x3d bundle ($399.99)
Total: $1045.76
Prices cover shipping, taxes, and available discounts
Generated by PCPartPicker
2025-07-16 08:02 EDT-0400