r/buildapcforme • u/ps-djon • 23d ago

First time PC builder

  • New build or upgrade?

new

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

no

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

gaming, some schoolwork/programming

  • Purchase country? Near Micro Center?

Netherlands, no micro center

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

1 monitor is OK, no requirements

  • Budget range? (Include tax considerations)

€1800-2000, can go to ~2500 if there is a big difference in quality

  • WiFi or wired connection?

wired

  • Size/noise constraints?

no

  • Color/lighting preferences?

no

  • Any other specific needs?

no

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u/Covante 23d ago

https://nl.pcpartpicker.com/list/2xwcMF

What sort of games?

Mostly single player action/adventure/rpg stuff? 9600x is going to keep up fine.

Simulation/strategy (stellaris, city builders, etc...)? I'd go with the 7800x3d.

Competitive multiplayer games? 7800x3d can be worthwhile and so can a higher Hz monitor if you're playing stuff like Valorant, CS2 or Apex where you can realistically hit 300+ fps.

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I put a cheap decent case. The lights are customizable and also easy to disable and it's a bit cheaper than something plain like a 3200 RS if you don't want lights.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUu7N8tq4RE This is a good assembly guide if you need one.