Updated PC Setup for Gaming and Work
Updated PC Setup for Gaming and Work
Hi,
I’m looking to build a gaming or work computer for my younger brother using the newest parts. My budget is between $1500 and $1800. Could anyone recommend a PC part picker list? I’d like to surprise him by the end of March 2021. Thanks a lot!
Build 1:
PC Part Selection
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 5 3600 3.6 GHz 6-Core Processor
($194.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler:
Corsair iCUE H150i ELITE CAPELLIX 75 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
($179.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard:
Gigabyte B550 GAMING X ATX AM4 Motherboard
($139.99 @ Amazon)
Memory:
Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory
($104.99 @ Amazon)
Storage:
Crucial P1 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive
($104.89 @ Amazon)
Video Card:
Asus GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER 6 GB STRIX GAMING Advanced Video Card
($749.99 @ Amazon)
Case:
Corsair 4000D Airflow ATX Mid Tower Case
($94.99 @ Amazon)
Power...
Locating an affordable graphics card is quite challenging at the moment...
What resolution will he be using for gaming?
What kind of tasks will he be performing?
Is it just basic school assignments or something more intensive?
Here is the rewritten version:
Build 1:
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 5 3600 3.6 GHz 6-Core Processor
($194.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler:
Corsair iCUE H150i ELITE CAPELLIX 75 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
($179.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard:
Gigabyte B550 GAMING X ATX AM4 Motherboard
($139.99 @ Amazon)
Memory:
Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory
($104.99 @ Amazon)
Storage:
Crucial P1 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive
($104.89 @ Amazon)
Video Card:
Asus GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER 6 GB STRIX GAMING Advanced Video Card
($749.99 @ Amazon)
Case:
Corsair 4000D Airflow ATX Mid Tower Case
($94.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply:
Corsair RM (2019) 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($124.99 @ Best Buy)
Case Fan:
Corsair LL120 43.25 CFM 120 mm Fans 3-Pack
($129.99 @ Best Buy)
Total:
$1824.81
Costs encompass shipping, taxes, and any applicable discounts
Created by
PCPartPicker
2021-03-08 17:07 EST-0500
This configuration offers a visually appealing setup, especially with Corsair's RGB options. Fans and RAM can be synchronized via Corsair's iCue software for a cohesive look, similar to the recommended setup found here:
https://www.corsair.com/us/en/Categ...d-...b-overview
(see the third image for reference)
Ideal for a high-performance 1080p system capable of handling demanding titles at full resolution.
Build 2:
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
Intel Core i7-10700K 3.8 GHz 8-Core Processor
($328.51 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler:
be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 50.5 CFM CPU Cooler
($89.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
MSI Z490-A PRO ATX LGA1200 Motherboard
($169.99 @ B&H)
Memory:
G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory
($149.99 @ Newegg)
Storage:
Crucial P1 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive
($104.89 @ Amazon)
Video Card:
MSI GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER 6 GB VENTUS XS OC Video Card
($749.99 @ Amazon)
Case:
Corsair 275R Airflow ATX Mid Tower Case
($79.98 @ Amazon)
Power Supply:
Corsair RM (2019) 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($124.99 @ Best Buy)
Total:
$1798.24
Prices include shipping, taxes, and any available discounts
Generated by
PCPartPicker
2021-03-08 17:18 EST-0500
This option prioritizes a cleaner, more professional appearance. It features a more powerful processor with additional cores and threads, a larger air cooler, double the RAM capacity, but uses the same GPU and includes a case with three black fans (not RGB). Overall, both systems are well-suited for 1080p gaming and will require a GPU upgrade in the future.
Agreed on securing a good chance of obtaining the GPU. Should you be exceptionally fortunate, you might secure a 6700xt, which will be available next week.
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7 GHz 6-Core Processor
($299.99 @ Walmart)
CPU Cooler:
Thermalright TRUE Spirit 140 Direct 73.6 CFM CPU Cooler
($42.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
Gigabyte B550 AORUS ELITE V2 ATX AM4 Motherboard
($169.99 @ B&H)
Memory:
Crucial Ballistix 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory
($79.98 @ Amazon)
Storage:
Crucial P1 500 GB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive
($58.80 @ Amazon)
Storage:
Crucial MX500 2 TB 2.5" Solid State Drive
($198.45 @ Amazon)
Case:
Lian Li LANCOOL 215 ATX Mid Tower Case
($92.57 @ Newegg)
Power Supply:
SeaSonic FOCUS 650 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($110.15 @ Amazon)
Operating System:
Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit
($108.78 @ Other World Computing)
Custom:
RX 6700 xt ($479.99)
Total: $1641.69
Costs encompass shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts.
Generated by PCPartPicker
2021-03-08 17:32 EST-0500
An alternative is the 5800x if you require that many cores/threads for specific tasks.
Ryzen with the iGPU is currently unavailable for a "build your own" setup. This aligns with previous discussions about discrete components. If I were to assemble a system today, I’d likely opt for a model centered around the 10850K. You could construct it with minimal cost concerns, play casually and intensely, and keep searching for a suitable prebuilt option until the trend fades.
For the components, there are numerous choices available. I would opt for something with 32GB of RAM and additional storage, considering your gaming and work needs.
PCPartPicker Part List
Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
CPU
|
Intel Core i7-10700 2.9 GHz 8-Core Processor
| $274.99 @ Newegg
CPU Cooler
|
be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 50.5 CFM CPU Cooler
| $89.90 @ Amazon
Motherboard
|
MSI MPG Z490 GAMING PLUS ATX LGA1200 Motherboard
| $179.99 @ Adorama
Memory
|
G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory
| $149.99 @ Newegg
Storage
|
Samsung 970 Evo 500 GB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive
| $69.98 @ Amazon
Storage
|
Samsung 860 Evo 1 TB 2.5" Solid State Drive
| $109.99 @ Newegg
Storage
|
Seagate Barracuda Compute 2 TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive
| $55.49 @ Newegg
Case
|
Lian Li LANCOOL 215 ATX Mid Tower Case
| $92.57 @ Newegg
Power Supply
|
Corsair RMx (2018) 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
| $129.99 @ Walmart
Operating System
|
Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit
| $108.78 @ Other World Computing
|
Prices cover shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts.
Total: $1261.67
Generated by PCPartPicker
2021-03-08 17:59 EST-0500
The real issue is that finding a superior video card will become increasingly difficult due to limited availability and high demand. The best options remain at Best Buy or Newegg.
Newegg offers a lottery-like selection; check their site regularly for RTX 3000 models. Look for the 3060ti and 3070, and refresh your search if you see updates. Wait for the confirmation email or text when available—add to cart promptly.
They typically release new models gradually, not all at once. Visiting the site may help you stay informed.
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