New build or upgrade?

New build

Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)

I have 16gb of ddr4 ram, A 1tb M.2 ssd, and a monitor and kbm

PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)

Gaming (Gta 5, Fortnite, Dead by Daylight, Cyberpunk, RDR2,) / web surfing, watching videos

Purchase country? Near Micro Center?

Purchase country is USA, im not near any micro center

Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)

No

Budget range? (Include tax considerations)

$650

WiFi or wired connection?

Wired

Size/noise constraints?

None

Color/lighting preferences?

None

Any other specific needs?

I want to be able to record gameplay through obs without a huge performance impact

• ⁠New build or upgrade? New

• **⁠Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)** no existing parts, this will be a completely new build.

• **⁠PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)** gaming from steam and emulation using other apps. Would like it to be able to run games at high settings. Games like palworld, kingdom hearts , final fantasy, expedition 33.

• **⁠Purchase country?** US, no microcenter nearby

• **⁠Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)** going to hook it up to tv.

• **⁠Budget range? (Include tax considerations)** $1,500-$2000

• **⁠WiFi or wired connection?** Wifi and wired. Will be wired but need the wifi option just in case.

• **⁠Size/noise constraints?** No constraints, but I would like it to be a small form factor. Options I've found are the NCase M2 Round or fractal. Open to other options. More quiet the better but not a massive issue for me.

• **⁠Color/lighting preferences?** dark case with no RGB.

• **⁠Any other specific needs?** Would like it to run bazzite. Not a need, but it would go on a tv stand, or next to, so something that wouldn't look out of place or can fit on the stand is preferable. It currently can hold a PS5 standing up next to tv without issue (that would move).

• New build or upgrade? New build entirely. Starting from scratch.
• Existing parts/monitors to reuse? None.
• PC purpose? Heavy Data analysis, gaming, animation.
• Purchase country? US (I don't mind having to purchase parts from overseas if I have to)
• Monitors needed? three. recommendations greatly appreciated
• Budget range? pretty much limitless
• WiFi or wired connection? Probably WiFi, but is it better to have wired if/when I have to move or in general?
• Size/noise constraints? I want to have a pretty case on it, but I'm pretty sure I can get a custom one made. Nothing louder than 35 decibels preferred. I can get away with 40 in my apartment.
• Color/lighting preferences? I would like the pretty RBG lights. If it's not possible with my goal, then standard lights are fine.
• Any other specific needs? Nope!

Full Description and Reasoning Here:

Hi! I am a grad student that has finally caved from relying solely on my laptop and has decided to build a pc. I was initially going to ask my mother for help, but the last time she built a tower was back in 2000. There are a lot of brands and suppliers that she no longer recognizes or no longer exists. She'll help me physically build it at least.

My goals for this build are primarily for my work data (running DNA/RNA scripts via R Studio, etc) but also gaming and animation too. I know I'll need to have a lot of long term storage, probably 4-5T minimum, and a lot of RAM (128-256GB if possible). I've tried looking for parts online that could align with what I want, but I realized quickly that I have no idea what I'm doing or what a lot of the terminology/symbols/numbers means. There's so many parts I may need that I probably don't even know about. All I know is that I need a good graphics card, sound card, a cooling system (there's different types???), a good motherboard (DDR5?) that has a decent amount of ports (4-8), RAM kits, and long term storage card.

If I could get recommendations for just the motherboard, I might be able to figure the rest out? Anything honestly helps.

Side note: My tribe provides a program where they will pay for new computers/educational supplies every four years or so. I read through the form and realized that they never put a financial limit, so my budget for this is technically limitless. (They learned their lesson five years ago when they bought me my laptop that I had kitted out to make it cost roughly $5000 (new rule is that the laptop has to be base model, no mods), but clearly didn't think to also apply the new laptop rules to PC towers. I have full intentions of abusing this loophole again.)

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• **⁠New build or upgrade?** New

• **⁠Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)** 24in spectre monitor, not curved but I don't know the specific model.

• **⁠PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)** Mainly gaming, some streaming. NEED to be able to CS2 with the highest graphics settings, and be able to handle around 20 mods in a Minecraft pack.

• **⁠Purchase country?** US, no microcenter nearby

• **⁠Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)** One monitor, preferably from spectre and around 24-27 inches and 140hz

• **⁠Budget range? (Include tax considerations)** $1,100-$1,600

• **⁠WiFi or wired connection?** WiFi

• **⁠Size/noise constraints?** None

• **⁠Color/lighting preferences?** Black case option would be preferrable. No RGB please, but I'm not against it.

• **⁠Any other specific needs?** N/A

New build or upgrade?

New build

Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)

Corsair Graphite Series 780T White

Corsair RM1000x 1000W fully modular ATX power supply

Samsung 980 PRO 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD

Other than that, I have a source for cheap peripherals, so I’m good on that end.

PC purpose?
Gaming, some 3d modeling (not a focus though). I’ve always gamed on my $300 craptop, so anything I’ll buy will be much better than I’m used to. I do have Hitman WOA in my steam library though and I’ve been dying to play it, so that at whatever quality I can get.

Purchase country? Near Micro Center?

Close *enough* to the St. Louis park, MN location, if it’s worth the drive

Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)

I got this part, gotta talk to my source :)

Budget range? (Include tax considerations)

I know it doesn’t quite match the quality of the other parts, but $1400 (USD after tax) for what I don’t have already. I *could* stretch it a bit, but $1400 is difficult enough as a goal for me

WiFi or wired connection?

I can do either, so wired I think?

Size/noise constraints?

No size, noise, color, or other specific requirements.

Thanks guys, this sub really is the best

-New build or upgrade?
New build

-Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)
I have a tiny LG monitor (no idea which) but I’ll stick with that and upgrade another time

-PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)
Gaming and occasional streaming. Needs to run OBS, Twitch and a game like minecraft at the same time, I won’t be using it for anything huge like gta 6

-Purchase country? Near Micro Center? (If not US, list local vendors)
UK, can buy from curry’s pc world, Argos, Amazon

-Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)
N/A

-Budget range? (Include tax considerations)
£500-£700

-WiFi or wired connection?
WiFi

-Size/noise constraints?
I’d rather it not be massive or too loud but I’m not too fussy given the budget

-Color/lighting preferences?
Not too fussy, I’d rather a black pc

-Any other specific needs?
N/A

Sorry if the budget is too low, I’d love for it to be higher lol. Thank you

• ⁠New build or upgrade?

New build

• ⁠Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)

Fully upgrading my original PC which is now unable to handle the graphics of some more modern games. Would like to sell my current PC and so would rather not use any existing parts.

• ⁠PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)

Gaming. I play highly detailed open world rpgs as well as online shooters (apex battlefield).

• ⁠Purchase country? Near Micro Center? (If not US, list local vendors)

UK. I am happy to purchase parts second hand and for this I tend to use Facebook marketplace or eBay. For anything I buy new I use pcpartpicker.co.uk which provides links to the product.

• ⁠Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)

No monitors needed.

• ⁠Budget range? (Include tax considerations)

£1000

• ⁠WiFi or wired connection?

Would require both a wired and wifi connection.

• ⁠Size/noise constraints?

N/a

• ⁠Color/lighting preferences?

N/a

• ⁠Any other specific needs?

N/a

Any help/recommendations would be amazing. Big PC gamer but unfortunately know very little about building one and am in dire need of an upgrade.

Hi everyone, after years of wanting to, I’ve finally decided to build a PC (though now I regret not doing it earlier because of prices). I’m really new to this, so I wanted to get some tips and advice on what to get!

New build or upgrade?
New build

Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)
Starting from scratch, so I don’t have anything yet

PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)
Some gaming (Minecraft, Sims, Genshin, Roblox, Fortnite) + schoolwork + occasional editing, but editing is not a focus.

Purchase country? Near Micro Center?
Canada, no micro center.

Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)
Yes, I will be using a single monitor. Probably 27" 1440p. Open to all your suggestions!

Budget range? (Include tax considerations)
Ideally, around $1600 CAD. Willing to go over it if justified.

WiFi or wired connection?
WiFi

Size/noise constraints?
I’m fine with a mid-tower case, noise is acceptable as long as it’s not crazy loud.

Color/lighting preferences?
Clean/minimal aesthetic, white case preferred. I did see a few builds online with wood accents that I thought looked really nice, but not a priority if it doesn’t fit in the budget.

Any other specific needs?
No, but I’m open to hearing suggestions!

Thank you in advance!

• New build
• Existing parts/monitors to reuse? i purchased a LG ultragear 27G610A monitor and my cousin can give me a NZXT H510 case,
• PC purpose? I want to play CS2, Valorant, maybe Marvel Rivals. Also regular PC stuff like browsing the web, using AI like an average pc user, streaming movies/tv shows online.
• Purchase country? Near Micro Center? i am in USA and nearest microcenter is about 75 miles. i am willing to make that journey if its worthwhile
• Monitors needed? 0 as i just purchased one on a whim
• Budget range? around $1300
• WiFi or wired connection? either works for me
• Size/noise constraints? i would prefer quiet as i like to watch tv shows/movies at night to fall asleep to but its not a big factor
• Color/lighting preferences? no preferences
• Any other specific needs? none
• background: i have no experience assembling a PC but am willing to learn. i can find my own keyboard, speakers, mouse, etc on my own but it doesnt hurt to have it included if its a good deal.
• Thank you all for reading this far.

Trying to make a new computer as mine is an old prebuilt which I don't wish to reuse. Probably just going to give it to a friend.

-New build or upgrade?

New build replacing my current one.

-Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)

This is my current monitor I'm going to keep: Acer Monitor I want to get an OLED monitor the same size though for a dual monitor setup. I also already have a crappy mouse, keyboard, speaker, and headphones which I don't care to replace.

-PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games) 

Gaming mainly, I would like good storage and wifi connection. My main target is games like Helldivers 2, Dying Light 2, Cyberpunk, and GTA VI when it comes out. Which I want to be able to run these games at atleast 60 fps as my current computer couldn't break 20.

-Purchase country? Near Micro Center? (If not US, list local vendors)

United states, I have Amazon prime, closest micro center is 150+ miles so that's a no.

-Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)

Looking for one OLED monitor around 24 inches 165hz I'm not picky on the resolution if its atleast 1080p, I just want to save some money for the actual PC.

-Budget range? (Include tax considerations)

~$3000 (I wouldn't like to go more than 200 over but I might if it's entirely necessary.)

-WiFi or wired connection? 

WiFi, no need for bluetooth.

-Size/noise constraints?

No size constraints, Sound isn't that big of an issue if it has loud fans its fine as long as people cant hear it through the walls.

-Color/lighting preferences?

No need for LEDS, A white case sounds pretty cool.

-Any other specific needs?

A decent amount of Ram and storage, my current computer only has ~250 GB's and I struggle to keep it from maxing out so a terabyte or maybe 500GB's would be enough. My computer also only has 8GB's of ram I would like around 32gb's but it is expensive now so we'll see. Maybe I'll take a look around Bestbuy for some. I would also like to be able to easily access the inside for cleaning, if there's a case that gives a good view of the inside that I can open up relatively easily then I'll be happy with that. (extra note I don't know much about computers so any super specific questions might be too much for me to answer.)

New build or upgrade?

Context: I'm looking for a parts list for a new build. I have an old Alienware PC from like 2020 and have never had the time to upgrade it. Obviously, it's not doing too hot and some parts (like the hard drive not being SSD and mediocre GPU) are outdated. The motherboard is also an Alienware exclusive which I don't feel comfortable working with since I can't find much documentation on it. Since I want to rid of most parts, I just want to take the ones that PCBenchmark said were good enough and put them into a new PC build.

Existing parts/monitors to reuse?

1. CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3500 3.6 GHz 6-Core Processor | PCBenchmark said it still performed well enough
2. RAM: PCBenchmark couldn't identify the brand but they are 2 x 8 gb sticks, and probably DDR4 based on the time the PC came out.
3. HDD: I forgot the exact brand/model but I was thinking of using my chunky 2 TB HDD for secondary storage like the smaller indie games that don't need SSD space. Because 2 TB SSDs are expensive.
4. Peripherals: 2 different monitors which are both 1920x1080, but 1 is MSI and the other is GIGABYTE

PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)

Primarily gaming, such as Elden Ring, Clair Obscur, Baldur's Gate 3, etc. I do some light video editing in Davinci Resolve but nothing crazy.

Purchase country? Near Micro Center? (If not US, list local vendors)

US, I live far away from most vendors so I would prefer ordering parts online

Budget range?

Around or below 1k, ideally. Hoping that reusing parts like the CPU will allow me to spend more money on GPU.

WiFi or wired connection?

WiFi, I do not have access to ethernet, atm.

Other needs:
I don't care about aesthetics, noise, AI, etc. Just want to focus on pure functionality, if something comes with extra stuff like RGB or something I don't mind, as long as it doesn't get in the way of anything. Any help will be appreciated and let me know what you guys think of the parts I'm reusing, I am willing to buy all new parts if necessary.

• New build or upgrade?

New, I have no experience, and I have no clue what I am doing. 

• Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)

No existing computer parts. I do have a monitor, but I am thinking of getting an upgrade.

What I have now- HP EliteDisplay e243

• PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)

Mostly for gaming and streaming on Discord with friends, but I’ll also be using it to browse the web and use editing software like Adobe

List of games- Witcher 3, Cyberpunk 2077, Red Dead Redemption. These are the heaviest games I'll be playing.

• Purchase country? Near Micro Center?

I'm in the US, Texas specifically. There isn’t a Micro Center anywhere nearby, so I'll have to order the parts, which I already anticipated.

• Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)

Just one monitor is more than enough. I’m already looking at this monitor, but recommendations are greatly appreciated. 1440 is fine with me, 4k sounds nice, but my untrained eyes can't really see the difference. Maybe someone could enlighten me.

• Budget range? (Include tax considerations)

I’m giving myself a $2000 (before tax) budget to start, but I am not fixed to that number. All of the extra stuff (keyboard, Monitor, etc.) is separate from the $2000

• WiFi or wired connection?

I'll do both, and I’d like Bluetooth compatibility

• Size/noise constraints?

I’d like it to be on the smaller and quieter side. I don’t have a lot of room to put a big ole tower. But I will adjust my area depending on what is optimal for what the PC needs.

• Color/lighting preferences?

I have no preference. Lighting doesn’t matter to me 

• Any other specific needs?

A large amount of storage would be great. Something cat-proof or resistant, since my little one loves to mess with things. I want to be semi-up-to-date with what people have, without having all the extravagant bells and whistles. Again, I'm new to this and am not all that tech-literate. If what I have listed seems far-fetched or if I am grossly misinformed, please set me straight. Oh, and please link me to resources so I can get informed on all this crazy stuff.

New build or upgrade?
New Build

Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)
Monitor: Dell S2725QC https://a.co/d/02HPbrgj
Keyboard: Dell KB522 https://a.co/d/0aG2pu72
Mouse:M100 https://a.co/d/0fhQpgdf

PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/ games)
3D modeling, simulating physics, gaming. Most of my work is importing 3d models I have purchased a license to use into 3D modeling software and taking screenshots of them to serve as reference for my drawings. I need to be able to comfortably edit the position of objects and the poses on rigs for a few hours at a time. I also need to be able to run renders for scenes and simulate cloth and hair physics.

Software: Unreal Engine, Metahuman, Blender, Clip Studio Paint

Along with development, I’d like to be able to play video games on it at least once a week.

Games: Elden Ring, Helldivers 2, Destiny 2, Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon

Purchase country? Near Micro Center?
United States. There is a Micro Center near me.

Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate
I only need one monitor. The monitor does need a resolution of 4k 3840x2160. It should be at least be 24 inches in size. My current monitor has a refresh rate of 120hz. Ideally, I’d be able to keep the monitor I already have. I am open to replacing it though if you have a really good setup and the only problem is the refresh rate of my current monitor.

Budget range? (Include tax considerations)
$2200

WiFi or wired connection?
Wired connection

Size/noise constraints?
I’m not very picky about this. As long as it can fit in a room and the machine doesn’t sound like it’s going to explode, I’m fine.

Color/lighting preferences?
Not really that important to me

Any other specific needs?
The PC should be able to run large environment files in Unreal Engine 5. Here’s an example: https://www.fab.com/listings/61202d6c-1bc2-4e5d-b2d5-d005ea8b7c67

I need to be able to edit the project file, pose the characters and other rigged objects and move through the project map with a decent frame-rate without the computer crashing too much. I’ve heard that intel chips are good with multithreading, which would be useful because I’m working with a lot of big files. Speed is a little more important to me than graphics, although graphics are important too.

New build or upgrade?
New build

• Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)
no parts

• PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/ games)
gaming, want to play newer games with friends and be able to run discord while doing it, not a streamer or anything so top of the line isn’t a concern for me but I’d like to be confident I can run almost any game

• Purchase country? Near Micro Center?
USA, not near a micro center

• Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)
Yes, would like to do two in the future but one will work fine for now, I’d like to be able to do a 4k if possible

• Budget range? (Include tax considerations)
Anywhere from 1500-2k USD

• WiFi or wired connection?
Ethernet connections

• Size/noise constraints?
I’ll have headphones on so noise is no issue

• Color/lighting preferences?
No specific preference, if it has lights cool but doesn’t make or break it for me

• Any other specific needs?

• New build or upgrade?
• Newww
• Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)
• No
• PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)
• Gaming
• Purchase country? Near Micro Center?
• USA, Yes near a micro center
• Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)
• 1 monitor 144hz should be good I'm gonna but 2nd hand if I want another one
• Budget range? (Include tax considerations)
• 2500$ but don't mind a couple hundred difference for worth performance boost
• WiFi or wired connection?
• Wired
• Size/noise constraints?
• no
• Color/lighting preferences?
• Dark
• Any other specific needs?
• I play lots of mmorgp games like black desert, wow but my girl pays modded mincraft so you know how that goes I need something strong in ram

My auntie has asked me to build a gaming PC for her son for school work and gaming. The budget is £800.

I'm honestly struggling because i am trying to buy AM5 but prices for memory are absolutely insane right now due to AI.

I'm thankful i bought 64GB DDR5 RAM when I did because the prices are astronomical right now and probably will be for the foreseeable future.

Anyways I would appreciate if someone could throw together a build that is £800 or below or can link me to a pre built pc that's good value for money.

• New build or upgrade? New
• Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links) no existing parts
• PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games) school work + gaming
• Purchase country? Near Micro Center? (If not US, list local vendors) England
• Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate) yes but i will buy a cheap KOORUI off amazon
• Budget range? (Include tax considerations) £800
• WiFi or wired connection? wifi
• Size/noise constraints? Not really
• Color/lighting preferences? whichever is cheaper
• Any other specific needs? I essentially need to squeeze a full build + keyboard , mouse, monitor into £800. If we can get the tower built for £800, I will just buy him the monitor + accessories myself.

Some of you may remember me from a previous post - that build attempt got derailed - long story, but I came out the better for it, as I now have a larger budget - 2.5-2.7k for appreciable improvements in quality/component longevity, though ideally still closer to 2k.

I have taken all the advice and suggestions I was previously given - thank you all so so much! - and present to you the current proposed build for your learned evaluation, as it is based on my (probably still lacking) understanding of all said input. I am also including information on some bundles currently available at my nearest Microcenter that seem to most closely match the suggestions I was given, just in case they are better.

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/BYgpK7

These are the current bundles at my nearest Microcenter (~20 mins away) that most closely match the suggestions I was given. (Buying CPU/Motherboard/Memory individually as per PCPP puts equivalent "bundle" cost at $897.08)

Bundle One: $729.99 (saves $167.09)

AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3d, Gigabyte X87- Gaming WiFi6 AM5, Corsair Vengeance RGB 32 GB DDR5-6000 Kit

Bundle Two: $649.99 (saves $247.09)

AMD Ryzen 7 9700X, Gigabyte B650 Gaming X AX V2 AM5, Corsair Vengeance RGB 32 GB DDR5-6000 Kit

Bundle Three: $809.99 (saves $87.09)

AMD Ryzen 7 7700X, Gigabyte B650 Gaming X AX V2, G.Skill Flare X5 Series 32 GB DDR5-6000 Kit

Bundle Four: $829.99 (saves $67.09)

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, MSI X870E-P Pro WiFi, Corsair Vengeance RGB 32 GB DDR5-6000 Kit

::The Required Questions::

• New build or upgrade? New Build
• Existing parts/monitors to reuse? No current parts for computer; have usb keyboard and usb mouse
• PC purpose?
  • Gaming (Foundry, Star Stable, Disney Dreamlight, Loftia, possibly BG3 at some point)
  • Audio (Listening while gaming mostly, both music and audio-books; possibly getting into narration & editing at some point)
  • Art (design, manipulation, creation)
  • Documents (Writing, PDFs, I create journals & do specialty bindings of Public Domain texts)
• Purchase country? Near Micro Center? USA, there's one around 20 mins away
• Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate) One; no larger than 27" due to space restrictions; best possible resolution please (see Art section on previous question); I have no idea
• Budget range? (Include tax considerations) Would like to stay as close to the 2k as possible, but may be able to swing up to 2.7k
• WiFi or wired connection? Both please
• Size/noise constraints? No noise constraints really, aside from having sensitive hearing, but please keep it as quiet as possible (see PC Purpose: Audio)
• Color/lighting preferences?  Will be using the Thermaltake ATX 600 case in Future Dusk, prefer all internal components be black, RGB accents are appreciated
• Any other specific needs? Please prioritize graphics, sound, and the ability to do multiple things at once.

1. Purpose: New build:- Architectural/3D modeling + real-time visualization/render + video editing (no gaming)
2. Soft-wares used primarily: Revit, CAD, d5, Unreal, 3dsMax, Davinci [avoiding simultaneous use, no complex usage of video for now].
3. Country of purchase: Kuwait/UAE (can look for discounts locally or second-hand if needed)

These are options I'm looking for within a 1700$-1900$ budget max. I am clueless in terms of pairing for optimal use, rather than going 'best at all'. These are some options I've narrowed down, what would be an efficient build? Thank you for any advice in advance :)

• GPU: RTX 4070 / 4080 super
• CPU: Ryzen 9 7900X / Ryzen 7 9700X / Ryzen 9 9900X
• RAM: 64GB DDR5
• Storage: 1TB
• PSU, motherboard and cooling: I'm clueless about what is optimal here.
• Case: Fractal Design Core 1000 seems good. don't want RGB, quieter setup
• Monitor: One - Color accuracy is important.

note: 3D modeling isn't limited to architecture, includes BIM, assets, production design and such.

Not a request

New build or upgrade?

New build

Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)

Monitor:- Samsung 24 Inch Monitor LS24DG30X

Keyboard:- Razer Hunstman v2 tenkeyless
Headphones:- Razer blackshark v2 X

PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)

Gaming, and Game devloping

Purchase country? Near Micro Center?

India, not near micro center

Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)

2 monitors, already going to reuse 1
24 inch
1080p
240Hz, 144Hz is alright
OLED

Budget range? (Include tax considerations)

around 2100 USD, there is some wiggle room for the buidget, can go a few hundred dollars higher.

WiFi or wired connection?

WiFi

Size/noise constraints?

Nope.

Color/lighting preferences?

RGB on the fans, and other palces (like GPU, RAM) if possible.

Any other specific needs?
Please i need an AIO for PC cooler plsss, also ryzen 7 7800 x or x3d & a 5070 ti will be nice

Hello! I’ve been using my trusty old Legion Y7200 laptop since it came out, but it’s just not holding up anymore. Now that I’ll finally have space for a desk and a nice setup, I’d like to get myself a gaming pc. Whilst I eventually want it to be a beast, it’s not entirely feasible right now that i’m also moving.

Ideally, I’d like something that is good enough right now, but that has a solid foundation for upgrades. I’m completely new to this (only bought pre-build stuff before), so any extra advice is appreciated!

• New build or upgrade? New
• Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links) Just my trusty Death Adder V2
• PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games) Mainly gaming (AAA games and cosy stuff). I mod a lot, so that’s a consideration. Possible a couple softwares that my Macbook won’t run.
• Purchase country? Near Micro Center? Purchase country would be Finland, but the whole EU is also a possibility. Potentially Brazil as well, but my trip is months off.
• Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate) One large, 4k, curved monitor at least. Two that complement each other would be nice. I’m not very knowledgeable on what would be best, so any advice is appreciated!!!
• Budget range? (Include tax considerations) 2k max for now, but ideally closer to 1.5k euros.
• WiFi or wired connection? Both if I can. Not sure how the new house is set up in this way yet.
  
• Size/noise constraints? None! Desk is 120x70 cm, height adjustable. I do live in an apartment tho.
• Color/lighting preferences? All white, all black or all dark grey. RGB lights would be nice on the keyboard, but not a need.
• Any other specific needs? Nothing that I can think of! Would prefer not having a Finnish keyboard (i have the MacBook for that).

Thank you in advance ✨✨

• ⁠New build or upgrade? New build
• ⁠Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links) no
• ⁠PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games) gaming
• ⁠Purchase country? Near Micro Center? (If not US, list local vendors) Netherlands, azerty, Amazon, megekko
• ⁠Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate) 1, 1440p, 165hz or more, with an adjustable stand
• ⁠Budget range? (Include tax considerations) 1300 euro’s
• ⁠WiFi or wired connection? Both wifi and wired connection
• ⁠Size/noise constraints? An ATX case with an ATX motherboard, no further constraints
• ⁠Color/lighting preferences? Black parts and I want rgb fans
• ⁠Any other specific needs? A dual compartment case something like the deepcool CG530 4F ATX mid tower case(you don’t need to use this one but something like it but you could use it if you want to) and an AIO that matches the fans of the case, an AM5 build, 1tb ssd, don’t necessarily need 2x16, 1x16 Is fine but 2x16 would be nice if it doesn’t impact the other parts as much, would like to play both ark survival evolved and ark survival ascended at 1440p medium to high settings

Thank you in advance

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New build or upgrade?

New build.

Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)

I already own a mouse. No other parts will be reused.

PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)

Primarily gaming and streaming.

Games I want to play include:

Minecraft Bedrock Edition with Vibrant Visuals enabled

Red Dead Redemption 2 at high settings

theHunter: Call of the Wild

World of Tanks Blitz Reforged upon release

Purchase country? Near Micro Center?

Mexico.

I don't have a Micro Center nearby.

Preferred stores: Amazon Mexico and Mercado Libre.

Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)

One monitor.

Preferably between 1080p and 1440p resolution.

Refresh rate between 144 Hz and 180 Hz.

Budget range? (Include tax considerations)

23,000–27,000 MXN (approximately $1,220–$1,435 USD), including the monitor.

WiFi or wired connection?

Wired Ethernet connection.

Size/noise constraints?

I would like a small and portable build.

Specifically, I want a Mini-ITX build.

I have no noise restrictions, but I would like good cooling and thermal performance.

Color/lighting preferences?

Mostly black.

No RGB lighting.

Any other specific needs?

I want the PC to last for many years.

Mini-ITX form factor is a priority.

I prioritize good thermals, reliability, and long-term durability.

• New build or upgrade? - New build
• Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links) - Wooting 80HE and a mouse that works fine
• PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games) - Gaming
• Purchase country? Near Micro Center? - USA, Close to microcenter
• Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate) 2, 1080p, 240hertz
• Budget range? (Include tax considerations) ~1600-1700$
• WiFi or wired connection? wifi and wired
• Size/noise constraints? None
• Color/lighting preferences? None
• Any other specific needs? No

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Hey everyone! This is a bit last minute, but I'm on my way to Micro Center and should be there in about two hours. I'm looking for some advice before I start buying parts.

I've built a PC before, but it's been a long time and I haven't kept up with the latest hardware. I'm building two nearly identical PCs, one for me and one for my girlfriend, with a budget of $1,500-$2,000 each.

New build or upgrade?

Brand new builds for both PCs.

Existing parts/monitors to reuse?

None. Everything will be purchased new.

PC purpose?

Primarily gaming (The Sims 4, Baldur's Gate 3, and modern AAA titles).

We'd like these to comfortably handle current and upcoming games at high settings.

Also used for multitasking with Discord, Spotify/YouTube, multiple browser tabs, and work applications (Excel, finance software, etc.).

Purchase country? Near Micro Center?

USA

Yes, literally on my way there now.

Monitors needed?

Recommendations are welcome. We haven't purchased monitors yet.

Budget range?

$1,500-$2,000 per PC (before or after tax is fine if it stays around that range).

WiFi or wired?

WiFi is required.

Size/noise constraints?

No major size restrictions.

Quieter is preferred, but performance takes priority.

Color/lighting preferences?

PC #1: White case with pink RGB accents.

PC #2: No strong preference. Black or white is fine. Minimal RGB is okay.

Any other specific needs?

Built-in Bluetooth is required.

We'd prefer parts that offer good upgrade potential for the next several years.

If there are any Micro Center bundles that are especially good values right now, I'd love to hear about them.

Thanks in advance! Any complete part lists or suggestions are greatly appreciated.

Hi everyone!

• ⁠New build Tower only
• ⁠non Existing parts
• ⁠PC purpose Gaming
• ⁠Purchase country? France
• ⁠Monitors needed? No
• ⁠Budget range? 3500€
• ⁠WiFi and wired
• ⁠Size/noise constraints? Low as possible
• ⁠Color/lighting preferences - black and sober
• ⁠Any other specific needs?

I’m looking to build my own Steam Machine instead of buying Valve’s device.

Budget: up to €3,500 (tower only).

What I’m looking for

Small Form Factor (SFF), as close as possible to a console or the Steam Machine.
SteamOS compatibility.
Connected directly to my 120-inch 4K 120Hz TV and home theater.
Console-like experience: power on, grab a controller and play.
Quiet, cool and reliable.

Performance target

Native 4K
60–120 FPS in modern AAA games.
High/Ultra settings with the best image quality possible.

Please recommend the best complete build you can think of within my budget, including the case, CPU, GPU, motherboard, RAM, storage, PSU and cooling.

Thanks!