Will the parts of my new PC assembly function properly together?

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kulan3
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07-19-2022, 02:02 AM

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I’m thinking about purchasing parts from Amazon UK and want to verify compatibility. I’m curious if the components I plan to buy will integrate well together. Will my existing PSU and HDD function properly with these new items? Additionally, I’m wondering if I’ve selected suitable parts that could lead to a noticeable performance boost. Or should I make some adjustments? My main goal is to enjoy gaming on a 1080p monitor and possibly switch to a 4K TV for certain titles.

Current PC specifications:
Processor – AMD A8-6600k APU with Radeon HD graphics, 3.90GHz, 2 cores, 4 logical processors
Motherboard – Gigabyte Technology Co.Ltd. F2A68HM-HD2
Case – CiT Galaxy Evo Mid Tower Gaming Case
GPU – AMD Radeon R9 380 4GB
PSU – Corsair VS550
RAM – 8GB DDR3
HDD – 1TB
OS – Microsoft Windows 10 Pro

I’m considering a new PC case with fans, which is why I selected this product:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/CiT-Mid-Tower-S...r=1-3&th=1

I’m looking to upgrade my CPU, motherboard, and RAM. I found a bundle that might help:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/ADMI-CPU-Mother...r=8-3&th=1

For the GPU, I chose the RTX 3050 8GB:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/MSI-GeForce-VEN...115&sr=8-1

Lastly, my SSD is a 1TB Crucial BX500:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Crucial-BX500-C...r=8-3&th=1

Would you like me to check compatibility for these items together?

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swedish_melon
Member

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07-19-2022, 07:05 AM

#2

PSU - Corsair VS550
What's the age of your PSU? Don't waste money on a case unless you risk damaging your components. The motherboard, RAM, and CPU are decent, except for the heatsinkless motherboard part.

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NJG8
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07-30-2022, 06:54 AM

#3

I would prefer to skip the Crucial BX500 unless funds are extremely limited.
Alternative options include:
Crucial MX500
Samsung 870 Evo

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monkeyswag5
Junior Member

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07-31-2022, 10:52 PM

#4

I bought it about 7 years ago.

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Alexiopro
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08-05-2022, 04:16 PM

#5

You should steer clear of the important BX500 because it holds significant value.

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Silvinha10
Senior Member

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08-05-2022, 09:55 PM

#6

The case has issues, but I can propose an improved alternative at a comparable cost.

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SuperTigresss
Posting Freak

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08-11-2022, 03:01 AM

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Master Key Differences Between Crucial BX500 and MX500 in Five Aspects
Understanding the distinctions between BX500 and MX500 is essential. This article explores their variations across five important factors.
www.minitool.com
The BX500 reportedly lacks DRAM, which might influence performance under certain conditions.
Warranty periods vary—some models offer three years while others provide five.
Performance gaps appear minor in specific scenarios, though the cost difference in the USA remains below ten dollars for a 1 TB version.
If budget constraints push you toward the BX500, it’s acceptable.

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Aimee749
Junior Member

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08-11-2022, 07:10 AM

#8

Thanks, it seems you're considering the MX500 and possibly opting for a 500GB version.

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kervinc
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08-11-2022, 08:23 AM

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the mobo in the bundle includes M.2 ports.
I recommend this SSD:
https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product...tb...ds100t3x0e
For the GPU, here’s a suggestion:
https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product...am...70-pgd-8go
PSU options are available at:
https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product...-f...p-ia2p-660
Case choices include:
https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/ctn9...0-kgnn-s00
https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/yNrR...whnam1-g-1
https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/yxyt...e744mx10am

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Housty8
Junior Member

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08-11-2022, 01:19 PM

#10

Thank you for all the ideas! I'll consider them later.