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Creating My Initial Gaming PC - Assistance Required

Creating My Initial Gaming PC - Assistance Required

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bluedragon11
Junior Member
40
04-20-2022, 11:39 PM
#1
Hello everyone! I'm setting up my initial gaming PC and have a clear vision of what I need, but I'd appreciate some guidance to avoid any major mistakes. My budget is around $1,000, and I aim for the system to meet the recommended requirements for No Mans Sky. So far, I've got:

Case: Corsair 4000D Airflow
Motherboard: ATX B660 (any model)
CPU: Intel Core i3-12100F
GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050
RAM: Teamgroup T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB
Storage: SSD M.2 1TB
Power Supply: Still unsure, but I think around 128W would be sufficient

I'm trying to find compatible SSDs, PSUs, and motherboards that fit within my budget. It's important that everything works together smoothly. I'm using PC Parts Picker to research, but I think a website might not have all the details I need. For the PSU, it seems the power requirement is about 128W. I prefer something straightforward without RGB lighting, and I don't want to complicate things with liquid cooling since this is my first build. Any advice or suggestions would be really helpful!
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bluedragon11
04-20-2022, 11:39 PM #1

Hello everyone! I'm setting up my initial gaming PC and have a clear vision of what I need, but I'd appreciate some guidance to avoid any major mistakes. My budget is around $1,000, and I aim for the system to meet the recommended requirements for No Mans Sky. So far, I've got:

Case: Corsair 4000D Airflow
Motherboard: ATX B660 (any model)
CPU: Intel Core i3-12100F
GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050
RAM: Teamgroup T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB
Storage: SSD M.2 1TB
Power Supply: Still unsure, but I think around 128W would be sufficient

I'm trying to find compatible SSDs, PSUs, and motherboards that fit within my budget. It's important that everything works together smoothly. I'm using PC Parts Picker to research, but I think a website might not have all the details I need. For the PSU, it seems the power requirement is about 128W. I prefer something straightforward without RGB lighting, and I don't want to complicate things with liquid cooling since this is my first build. Any advice or suggestions would be really helpful!

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julianna0412
Member
59
04-20-2022, 11:55 PM
#2
Welcome to the forums, newcomer!
What region are you from? What remaining funds do you have after accounting for the items you mentioned—essentially, how much remains for the SSD, PSU, and motherboard?
Are you certain about this setup within your budget? If you have a bit more flexibility, exploring this option might be worth considering.

PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 5 7600 3.8 GHz 6-Core Processor
($194.99 @ Amazon)

Motherboard:
Gigabyte B850M GAMING X WIFI6E Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard
($174.99 @ Amazon)

Memory:
G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
($109.99 @ Amazon)

Storage:
Crucial P3 Plus 500 GB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($39.97 @ Amazon)
Crucial P3 Plus 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($117.00 @ iBUYPOWER)

Video Card:
Sapphire PULSE Radeon RX 7700 XT 12 GB Video Card
($514.53 @ Amazon)

Case:
Cooler Master Elite 301 MicroATX Mid Tower Case
($54.99 @ Amazon)

Power Supply:
MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($109.99 @ Amazon)

Total: $1316.45
Prices cover shipping, taxes, and any available discounts
Generated by
PCPartPicker
2025-03-15 01:54 EDT-0400

You might consider adding an aftermarket cooler for roughly $20, such as this one;
https://pcpartpicker.com/product/Rk...as...k120-se-d6
Dual SSDs are recommended—one for the operating system, apps, and launchers (smaller size), and a larger one for your game library. DDR5 dual-channel RAM is included, paired with a capable AM5 platform that supports additional titles. This setup is flexible, not fixed.

Moved thread from PC Gaming section to Systems section.
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julianna0412
04-20-2022, 11:55 PM #2

Welcome to the forums, newcomer!
What region are you from? What remaining funds do you have after accounting for the items you mentioned—essentially, how much remains for the SSD, PSU, and motherboard?
Are you certain about this setup within your budget? If you have a bit more flexibility, exploring this option might be worth considering.

PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 5 7600 3.8 GHz 6-Core Processor
($194.99 @ Amazon)

Motherboard:
Gigabyte B850M GAMING X WIFI6E Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard
($174.99 @ Amazon)

Memory:
G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
($109.99 @ Amazon)

Storage:
Crucial P3 Plus 500 GB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($39.97 @ Amazon)
Crucial P3 Plus 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($117.00 @ iBUYPOWER)

Video Card:
Sapphire PULSE Radeon RX 7700 XT 12 GB Video Card
($514.53 @ Amazon)

Case:
Cooler Master Elite 301 MicroATX Mid Tower Case
($54.99 @ Amazon)

Power Supply:
MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($109.99 @ Amazon)

Total: $1316.45
Prices cover shipping, taxes, and any available discounts
Generated by
PCPartPicker
2025-03-15 01:54 EDT-0400

You might consider adding an aftermarket cooler for roughly $20, such as this one;
https://pcpartpicker.com/product/Rk...as...k120-se-d6
Dual SSDs are recommended—one for the operating system, apps, and launchers (smaller size), and a larger one for your game library. DDR5 dual-channel RAM is included, paired with a capable AM5 platform that supports additional titles. This setup is flexible, not fixed.

Moved thread from PC Gaming section to Systems section.

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SpeedyBuildz
Junior Member
8
04-22-2022, 01:51 PM
#3
The current specifications work well for the game, but would you really want to limit yourself to just one game before exploring others? If you're thinking about moving on, it might be better to invest a bit more and do it right from the start. Otherwise, you'll wonder why you didn't plan ahead.

Missing the graphics card yet—save some for it or at least upgrade to something better than the 3050. Igpu would suffice until the 5060ti release, which will use the standard PCIe 8 pin instead of the new 12vhpwr connector.

PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: Intel Core i5-12600K 3.7 GHz 10-Core Processor ($178.12 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE 66.17 CFM ($34.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus TUF GAMING B760-PLUS WIFI ATX LGA1700 ($169.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: TEAMGROUP T-Create Expert 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 ($81.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($164.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 4000D Airflow ATX Mid Tower ($84.99 @ Best Buy)
Power Supply: Corsair RM750x (2024) 750 W Fully Modular ATX ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $834.97 (shipping, taxes, and available discounts included)
Generated by PCPartPicker
Date: 2025-03-15 01:41 EDT-0400

Would you like me to adjust the tone to be more casual or more formal?
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SpeedyBuildz
04-22-2022, 01:51 PM #3

The current specifications work well for the game, but would you really want to limit yourself to just one game before exploring others? If you're thinking about moving on, it might be better to invest a bit more and do it right from the start. Otherwise, you'll wonder why you didn't plan ahead.

Missing the graphics card yet—save some for it or at least upgrade to something better than the 3050. Igpu would suffice until the 5060ti release, which will use the standard PCIe 8 pin instead of the new 12vhpwr connector.

PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: Intel Core i5-12600K 3.7 GHz 10-Core Processor ($178.12 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE 66.17 CFM ($34.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus TUF GAMING B760-PLUS WIFI ATX LGA1700 ($169.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: TEAMGROUP T-Create Expert 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 ($81.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($164.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 4000D Airflow ATX Mid Tower ($84.99 @ Best Buy)
Power Supply: Corsair RM750x (2024) 750 W Fully Modular ATX ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $834.97 (shipping, taxes, and available discounts included)
Generated by PCPartPicker
Date: 2025-03-15 01:41 EDT-0400

Would you like me to adjust the tone to be more casual or more formal?

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HdoubleO
Member
186
05-02-2022, 03:36 PM
#4
The 120mm fan is positioned inside the rear section of this case to serve as an exhaust solution. PCPartPicker Part List CPU: - Intel Core i5-12400F 2.5 GHz 6-Core Processor ($111.34 @ Amazon) - CPU Cooler: ID-COOLING FROZN A410 SE 55.2 CFM ($24.99 @ Amazon) - Motherboard: ASRock B760 Pro RS/D4 ATX LGA1700 ($109.99 @ Amazon) - Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 ($47.99 @ Newegg) - Storage: Silicon Power UD90 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME ($92.97 @ B&H) - Video Card: Gigabyte WINDFORCE OC Rev 2.0 GeForce RTX 3060 12GB ($319.99 @ Newegg) - Case: Fractal Design Focus 2 ATX Mid Tower ($77.98 @ Newegg) - Power Supply: MSI MAG A650BE 650 W (80+ Bronze Certified, Semi-modular ATX) ($59.99 @ Amazon) - Case Fan: ARCTIC P12 PWM PST 56.3 CFM 120 mm ($9.99 @ Amazon) Total: $855.23 (shipping, taxes, and available discounts included) *Selected lowest-priced components based on criteria* Generated by PCPartPicker 2025-03-15 08:22 EDT-0400 https://www.fractal-design.com/products/...ack-solid/ View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIG4vFQbDn4
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HdoubleO
05-02-2022, 03:36 PM #4

The 120mm fan is positioned inside the rear section of this case to serve as an exhaust solution. PCPartPicker Part List CPU: - Intel Core i5-12400F 2.5 GHz 6-Core Processor ($111.34 @ Amazon) - CPU Cooler: ID-COOLING FROZN A410 SE 55.2 CFM ($24.99 @ Amazon) - Motherboard: ASRock B760 Pro RS/D4 ATX LGA1700 ($109.99 @ Amazon) - Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 ($47.99 @ Newegg) - Storage: Silicon Power UD90 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME ($92.97 @ B&H) - Video Card: Gigabyte WINDFORCE OC Rev 2.0 GeForce RTX 3060 12GB ($319.99 @ Newegg) - Case: Fractal Design Focus 2 ATX Mid Tower ($77.98 @ Newegg) - Power Supply: MSI MAG A650BE 650 W (80+ Bronze Certified, Semi-modular ATX) ($59.99 @ Amazon) - Case Fan: ARCTIC P12 PWM PST 56.3 CFM 120 mm ($9.99 @ Amazon) Total: $855.23 (shipping, taxes, and available discounts included) *Selected lowest-priced components based on criteria* Generated by PCPartPicker 2025-03-15 08:22 EDT-0400 https://www.fractal-design.com/products/...ack-solid/ View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIG4vFQbDn4

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MrTheMarcus
Junior Member
5
05-04-2022, 01:14 AM
#5
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7600 3.8 GHz 6-Core Processor (($194.99 @ Amazon))
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Assassin X 120 Refined SE 66.17 CFM (($17.89 @ Amazon))
Motherboard: ASRock B850M-X Micro ATX AM5 (($109.99 @ Amazon))
Memory: TEAMGROUP T-Create Expert 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 (($89.99 @ Amazon))
Storage: Western Digital Blue SN580 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD (($58.99 @ Amazon))
Video Card: Gigabyte GAMING OC Radeon RX 7700 XT 12 GB (($472.98 @ Newegg))
Case: Zalman S4 ATX Mid Tower (($49.90 @ Newegg Sellers))
Power Supply: Thermaltake Toughpower GX2 600 W 80+ Gold Certified (($64.98 @ Amazon))
Total: $1059.71
Prices contain shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts
Generated by PCPartPicker
2025-03-16 14:10 EDT-0400
The video card was included merely for reference; a more cost-effective option would be to search for an rx7800 XT deal around $500.
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MrTheMarcus
05-04-2022, 01:14 AM #5

PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7600 3.8 GHz 6-Core Processor (($194.99 @ Amazon))
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Assassin X 120 Refined SE 66.17 CFM (($17.89 @ Amazon))
Motherboard: ASRock B850M-X Micro ATX AM5 (($109.99 @ Amazon))
Memory: TEAMGROUP T-Create Expert 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 (($89.99 @ Amazon))
Storage: Western Digital Blue SN580 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD (($58.99 @ Amazon))
Video Card: Gigabyte GAMING OC Radeon RX 7700 XT 12 GB (($472.98 @ Newegg))
Case: Zalman S4 ATX Mid Tower (($49.90 @ Newegg Sellers))
Power Supply: Thermaltake Toughpower GX2 600 W 80+ Gold Certified (($64.98 @ Amazon))
Total: $1059.71
Prices contain shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts
Generated by PCPartPicker
2025-03-16 14:10 EDT-0400
The video card was included merely for reference; a more cost-effective option would be to search for an rx7800 XT deal around $500.

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CuzImBlaZeR
Junior Member
47
05-05-2022, 12:10 AM
#6
I have a budget around $1,000 but can stretch it to $1,300 if needed. After subtracting the parts, I’m left with roughly $200 to $400. I’ve also considered purchasing a prebuilt unit and customizing it later, which could be more cost-effective. There are some Cyberpowerpc models that have been attracting my attention recently. I have to admit, I’m not entirely sure about some of the terms you’re using because I’m still quite new to computers overall.
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CuzImBlaZeR
05-05-2022, 12:10 AM #6

I have a budget around $1,000 but can stretch it to $1,300 if needed. After subtracting the parts, I’m left with roughly $200 to $400. I’ve also considered purchasing a prebuilt unit and customizing it later, which could be more cost-effective. There are some Cyberpowerpc models that have been attracting my attention recently. I have to admit, I’m not entirely sure about some of the terms you’re using because I’m still quite new to computers overall.

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MrArti
Junior Member
1
05-15-2022, 05:49 AM
#7
If you meant my remark about the PCIe 8 pin, it was about the additional power connector from the power supply to the graphics card.
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MrArti
05-15-2022, 05:49 AM #7

If you meant my remark about the PCIe 8 pin, it was about the additional power connector from the power supply to the graphics card.

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Stunflix
Member
174
05-15-2022, 07:15 AM
#8
If you choose to construct it yourself, here is an updated parts list.
Changes in things, including prices and availability, occur daily, even every hour.
Ultimately, the choice remains yours if you opt for a pre-built version. You might find some videos on Gamers Nexus (YouTube) that demonstrate pre-built setups.
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Stunflix
05-15-2022, 07:15 AM #8

If you choose to construct it yourself, here is an updated parts list.
Changes in things, including prices and availability, occur daily, even every hour.
Ultimately, the choice remains yours if you opt for a pre-built version. You might find some videos on Gamers Nexus (YouTube) that demonstrate pre-built setups.

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Smoofie
Member
213
05-16-2022, 07:55 AM
#9
Noticing those numbers in the main post caught me off guard, and I nearly fell from my chair. In my country, there are many physical stores selling these overpriced products—often double, triple, or even ten times the cost—to customers who aren't professionals. Are the items listed in the post coming from these shops?
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Smoofie
05-16-2022, 07:55 AM #9

Noticing those numbers in the main post caught me off guard, and I nearly fell from my chair. In my country, there are many physical stores selling these overpriced products—often double, triple, or even ten times the cost—to customers who aren't professionals. Are the items listed in the post coming from these shops?

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1234qaz12qaz
Posting Freak
773
05-16-2022, 08:41 AM
#10
This approach offers the most flexibility for future enhancements during construction. Key considerations include sourcing the 9600X from Aliexpress and updating the BIOS on the motherboard to ensure compatibility with the CPU if needed. The current listing features recent feedback from verified purchasers, making it a solid offer. A reliable PSU with sufficient capacity is recommended to accommodate a future GPU up to 400W.

PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 9600X 3.9 GHz 6-Core Processor ($159.99)
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE 66.17 CFM ($35.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock B650M Pro RS Micro ATX AM5 ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Patriot Viper Venom 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Inland Performance Plus 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($74.98 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus DUAL OC V2 GeForce RTX 4060 8 GB ($339.99 @ ASUS)
Case: NZXT H5 Flow RGB (2023) ATX Mid Tower ($79.99 @ NZXT)
Power Supply: Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 TT Premium 750 W (80+ Gold Certified, Modular ATX) ($95.99 @ Amazon)

Total: $996.82
Includes shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts
Generated by PCPartPicker
2025-03-18 12:19 EDT-0400
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1234qaz12qaz
05-16-2022, 08:41 AM #10

This approach offers the most flexibility for future enhancements during construction. Key considerations include sourcing the 9600X from Aliexpress and updating the BIOS on the motherboard to ensure compatibility with the CPU if needed. The current listing features recent feedback from verified purchasers, making it a solid offer. A reliable PSU with sufficient capacity is recommended to accommodate a future GPU up to 400W.

PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 9600X 3.9 GHz 6-Core Processor ($159.99)
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE 66.17 CFM ($35.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock B650M Pro RS Micro ATX AM5 ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Patriot Viper Venom 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Inland Performance Plus 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($74.98 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus DUAL OC V2 GeForce RTX 4060 8 GB ($339.99 @ ASUS)
Case: NZXT H5 Flow RGB (2023) ATX Mid Tower ($79.99 @ NZXT)
Power Supply: Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 TT Premium 750 W (80+ Gold Certified, Modular ATX) ($95.99 @ Amazon)

Total: $996.82
Includes shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts
Generated by PCPartPicker
2025-03-18 12:19 EDT-0400