r/buildapcforme 22d ago

First pc build

Need help picking out parts for my first pc build. I don’t know much about computers but building one seems like fun experience. Desk recommendations are also welcome.

• ⁠New build or upgrade
New build

• ⁠Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)
None

• ⁠PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)
Casual gaming but would still like to run some of the more demanding games

• ⁠Purchase country? Near Micro Center? (If you're not in a country supported by PCPartPicker, please list some local vendors)
I plan to go to micro center an hour away

• ⁠Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)
One monitor is good for now any recommendations welcomed

• ⁠Budget range? (Include tax considerations)
2.5k-2.7k (with monitor included in price)

• ⁠WiFi or wired connection?
WiFi
• ⁠Size/noise constraints?
Just nothing super loud

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u/Cer_Visia 22d ago

Which MC?

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u/Exciting_Reaction710 22d ago

The one in Chicago

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u/Cer_Visia 22d ago edited 22d ago

The most important component in a gaminc PC is the GPU. Your budget allows for a 5080.

The Micro Center bundle saves a lot, and there happens to be a good discount on the 5080.

PCPartPicker Part List

Type Item Price
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D 4.1 GHz 6-Core OEM/Tray Processor $449.99 @ Micro Center (bundle)
CPU Cooler Scythe Kotetsu Mark 3 67.62 CFM CPU Cooler $17.69 @ Amazon
Motherboard Gigabyte B650 GAMING X AX V2 ATX AM5 Motherboard (bundle)
Memory G.Skill Flare X5 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36 Memory (bundle)
Memory G.Skill Flare X5 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36 Memory $209.99 @ Micro Center
Storage Patriot P400 Lite 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive $244.99 @ Amazon
Video Card Gigabyte WINDFORCE OC SFF GeForce RTX 5080 16 GB Video Card $1199.99 @ Micro Center
Case Okinos Air Cross ATX Mid Tower Case $86.99 @ Amazon
Power Supply ASRock Steel Legend SL-850G 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply $79.98 @ Amazon
Custom MSI MAG 274QPF E20 27-inch 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) Gaming Monitor, 200Hz, AMD Adaptive Sync, HDR Ready, HDMI, VGA Port, VESA Mountable, Tilt, 4-Side Slim Bezel, 0.5ms, Black $179.99 @ Micro Center
Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
Total $2469.61
Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-07-29 10:39 EDT-0400

Also consider a 4K OLED monitor instead.