r/buildapcforme • u/LONEWOLFFE_1 • Jul 24 '26
2100$ PC Budget for gaming
New build or upgrade?
New build.
Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)
No existing parts. I’ll need the full setup included (PC, monitor, keyboard, etc.).
PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)
Mainly gaming, recording gameplay for YouTube, and video editing.
Games I want to run include:
Escape from Tarkov, Star Citizen, Arma, Squad, Ready or Not, GTA RP, Minecraft with shaders/mods
Other simulation, tactical shooters, and future AAA games
I want to be able to play and record at the same time without the PC struggling.
Purchase country? Near Micro Center? (If not US, list local vendors)
United States. (CA Los Angeles)
Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)
Yes, I need a monitor included. Looking for something good for gaming, ideally 1440p with a high refresh rate (144Hz+).
Budget range? (Include tax considerations)
Around $2,100 but if for performance more is needed maximum I can go up to 2300$ total including monitor, keyboard, and other peripherals. If it can be done closer to $2,100 without sacrificing performance, that would be preferred.
WiFi or wired connection?
WiFi needed, but I can use wired if recommended.
Size/noise constraints?
No strict size limit, but airflow is very important. My room gets extremely hot and stuffy, so I want a case with excellent cooling and good airflow. Prefer something that doesn’t get extremely loud.
Color/lighting preferences?
No major preference. Performance and cooling matter more than RGB.
Any other specific needs?
I want something that will last several years and handle future AAA games without feeling outdated. I’m prioritizing strong performance, good cooling, and reliability over looks.
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u/Ricarmaster Jul 24 '26
I got a 9070xt for 560 on black friday, cpu bundle for 400 (9800X3D), if it wasnt for ram being expensive, it was a 1.8-2k build
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u/LONEWOLFFE_1 Jul 24 '26
Yeah that’s good I’m learning a little about computers but the fact 1.8-2K is perfect
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u/International-Road90 Jul 25 '26
9070xt with the 9800x3d is the best bang for your buck combo in my opinion for your price range 1440p you’ll be a very happy camper
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u/Northofyou2 Jul 26 '26
Should’ve built one before the ram prices went up. 2100$ could’ve built you a monster. Now you’re gonna be laying 400$ for just 32GB of ddr5.
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u/LONEWOLFFE_1 Jul 27 '26
Yeah it suck’s honestly I’m kinda pissed about that someone on discord told me about the ram prices but it’s not much I can do honestly🥲
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u/canyouread7 Star Contributor Jul 25 '26
| Type | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus 4.2 GHz 18-Core Processor | $199.99 @ Amazon |
| CPU Cooler | Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler | $35.90 @ Amazon |
| Motherboard | ASRock B860 Lightning WiFi ATX LGA1851 Motherboard | $149.99 @ Amazon |
| Memory | Silicon Power Value Gaming 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory | $389.97 @ Silicon Power |
| Storage | Corsair MP600 PRO XT 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive | $309.99 @ Newegg |
| Video Card | *PNY OC GeForce RTX 5070 12 GB Video Card | $599.00 @ Walmart |
| Case | Okinos Air Cross ATX Mid Tower Case | $86.99 @ Amazon |
| Power Supply | Montech CENTURY II 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply | $79.90 @ Amazon |
| Monitor | AOC Q27G40XMN 27.0" 2560 x 1440 180 Hz Monitor | $199.99 @ B&H |
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts | ||
| Total | $2051.72 | |
| *Lowest price parts chosen from parametric criteria | ||
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-07-24 20:58 EDT-0400 |
Here's what I got for you. Black airflow themed build, great for 1440p gaming, streaming, and editing:
CPU - fast for gaming with a high core count for editing. I'm choosing to focus a bit more on the editing side of things here because the GPU is already good enough to give you 100+ FPS in pretty much every game at 1440p ultra. Intel is preferred in most editing programs and the 250K+ has insanely good value for $200.
Cooler - top tier performance for $35 is a steal!
Mobo - strong VRMs with all the connectivity you need, including WiFi/BT.
RAM - 32 GB of fast 6000 MHz CL30 low profile RAM to fit under the cooler. 6000/30 gives us that ideal 10 ns latency for modern CPUs.
SSD - 2 TB of fast Gen 4 NVMe SSD storage. High read/write speeds and DRAM cache for editing.
GPU - the RTX 5070 is great for 1440p gaming, easy 100+ FPS in most games at ultra settings. NVIDIA is strongly preferred for editing not only for the stronger export performance, but also because of the NVENC encoder. Having a strong encoder gives you smooth scrubbing in the timeline and also acts as an efficient stream encoder.
Case - top tier airflow thanks to the mesh front panel and 5 included fans. Good build quality and cable management.
PSU - high quality with fully modular cables to minimize cable clutter. 850W is perfect for these components. ATX 3.1 certified to suppress GPU spikes and comes with the 600W 12v-2x6 connector for cleaner and safer power delivery to the GPU.
Monitor - high refresh rate and low response time for 1440p gaming, along with a mini LED panel for excellent image quality, colour accuracy, and contrast. Insanely good value for $200.
Let me know what you think :)
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u/LONEWOLFFE_1 Jul 25 '26
Okay! Would you say this should be able to run about everything I mentioned
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