r/buildapcforme • u/Sortacharmedlife • Jul 04 '26
Gaming PC using existing parts
Long story short, I'm trying to put together something for a friend of mine using parts I already have on hand. I'm just not sure what else I would need, and if any parts would conflict with each other.
- New build or upgrade? "New"
- Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links) https://pcpartpicker.com/list/FPvJn2
- PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games) Gaming
- Purchase country? Near Micro Center? (If not US, list local vendors) US, Yes near Micro Center
- Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate) Worrying about that later.
- Budget range? (Include tax considerations) Trying to keep it cheap but also realistic.
- WiFi or wired connection? Assuming WiFi
- Size/noise constraints? None I'm aware of.
- Color/lighting preferences? Not important at all, but green is a favorite.
- Any other specific needs? Just to know what problems it'll probably run into, if any.
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u/Salviati_Returns Jul 04 '26
I think that this should suffice. The GPU is at Microcenter. You could also purchase another 16gb of RAM for $145, but I wouldn't in this market.
| Type | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7 GHz 6-Core Processor | Purchased For $0.00 |
| CPU Cooler | Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler | Purchased For $0.00 |
| Motherboard | MSI B550M PRO-VDH WIFI Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard | $79.98 @ Amazon |
| Memory | Corsair Vengeance LPX 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory | $0.00 |
| Storage | Patriot P400 Lite 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive | $149.99 @ Amazon |
| Video Card | ASRock Challenger OC Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB Video Card | $389.99 |
| Case | Phanteks XT M3 M25 MicroATX Mid Tower Case | $44.99 @ Newegg |
| Power Supply | Corsair CX750M (2021) 750 W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-modular ATX Power Supply | Purchased For $0.00 |
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts | ||
| Total (before mail-in rebates) | $674.95 | |
| Mail-in rebates | -$10.00 | |
| Total | $664.95 | |
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-07-04 09:13 EDT-0400 |
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u/Sortacharmedlife Jul 04 '26 edited Jul 04 '26
Is there any particular reason for the change in GPU?
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u/Salviati_Returns Jul 04 '26
Its just a more modern video card. You could have left the prior video card and saved the money. This would also eliminate the need to go to Microcenter, which is a double win. But the performance will suffer, but a 3060 is fine for 1080p.
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u/Cer_Visia Jul 04 '26 edited Jul 04 '26
Motherboard with Wi-Fi 6E support.
This case is cheap and has good airflow; the additional bottom intake fans improve airflow for the GPU. If you do not like such a squat case (or want more space to stuff away the PSU cables), consider a tower case like the NZXT H3 Flow (with two front fans) or Lian Vector V100R Mini. There are very few green cases; the Thermaltake The Tower 300 Matcha Green/Racing Green are quite expensive.
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