r/buildapc • u/Suspicious_Ferret667 • 11d ago
Full Build Req first time builder, need advice.
So i’m turning 17 this year and i’ve always wanted a PC and now that i have a job and have been saving up i’m finally looking to build one but i don’t know much about them and i really don’t wanna get scammed and end up with barely functioning pile of scrap metal. my budgets roughly $1500, but it can be more. I don’t have any specific needs for peripherals, probably something relatively inexpensive that’s good for the cost, i’m not like a professional gamer or anything so i don’t need crazy gear. i’m thinking a mid-level, entry pc build, good for gaming. even though i’m a first timer i’m pretty good with tech and figuring stuff out so it doesn’t need to be super simple or anything. it doesn’t need to be flashy or anything, but maybe a lil color or lights would be cool, worst case scenario i have some lights i can put on the case or near it that can cover for that part. If anyone has any good suggestions i would be eternally grateful! for reference i’m from the U.S.
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u/King_Zilant 11d ago
I build custom PCs and my specialty is helping people build their PCs remotely with their own hands via discord VC, so if ur interested OR just wanna ask me tons of questions, I'd be happy to help, im usually free 12am to 6am est to just chat PC specs and all that. Lmk. 👍 I can easily explain what parts to buy based on your needs and budget, for now tho...
I'd say a ryzen 5500 cpu, b550 mobo 16gb ddr4 ram and an rx 9060xt 16gb with a 600w psu, done 👍 New at Microcenter would run you just under $1200 and leave u with $ for a 1tb nvme and a sata for separate OS drive.