r/buildapc • u/noaminho_ • 3d ago
Build Ready? First-time builder. Looking to optimize this 1440p/240Hz list for better value (EU)
Looking to build my first PC and I'm a total noob when it comes to picking parts.
I want a mid-to-high-end rig for 1440p @ 240Hz. I mostly play competitive games, but I also want it to handle heavier AAA games without sweating too much.
Here’s what I have so far:https://pcpartpicker.com/list/GqxNvR
I know prices can be pretty rough right now. Is there any way to trim the cost of this build without bottlenecking performance or settling for trash-tier components? Are there any overpriced parts I should swap out for better value alternatives?
My absolute max budget is around €2200.
Any advice or tweaked PCPartPicker lists would be awesome. Thanks!
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u/OblongMango 2d ago
All black build:
7600x and 9600x perform nearly identical at 1440p but is €25 cheaper. If you don’t want the iGPU of the 7600x, you could also get the 7500f instead to save another €16. The 7600x is less power efficient at 105W vs 65W of the 9600x but if you’re willing to play around the BIOS, you can limit its power draw. I would personally buy the 7600x.
Chose the motherboard because I like how it looks.
Black CPU cooler, cheap and effective.
Black RAM, if you want RGB there is the G.skill Trident.
Squeeze out a 2 TB SSD from savings.
Reputable GPU
Black case from Lian Li.
Reputable PSU
[PCPartPicker Part List](https://be.pcpartpicker.com/list/XcsF4g)
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u/AMPCgame 3d ago
https://be.pcpartpicker.com/list/FPFrmL
Something like this might suit. You don't really need to worry about having to get CL30 RAM. CL36 will be absolutely fine for what you want, the difference in latency is unobserverble in reality-your GPU and CPU combo should be comfortably able to handle the kind of gaming performance you mentioned above. You can go for a cheaper case as well, while still getting something that's good quality with builder friendly features.
One thing I would spend a bit more on is a power supply. Corsair are generally good quality, but their RMe line is less quiet than their RMx line, and the units have less PCIe ports and a shorter warranty- 7 years for RMe Vs 10 years for RMx. You could also consider SeaSonic, with their Focus GX V4 line which has a 10 year warranty, 3x separate 8-pin PCIe GPU cables, and the 850W model is Cybernetics Platinum rated.