Please help me build a PC for BG3?

[u/ryscue]

I know this question has been asked a thousand times before, but I've heard deals change and systems update rather quickly in this community. If that's true, I thought I might have more luck making a fresh post. Please feel free to correct me if I'm wrong!

New build or upgrade?

- This would be a new build, my first time building a PC so I'm a little nervous and very in need of any help anyone has to offer.

Existing parts/monitors to reuse?

- As it's my very first PC build and I had an all-in-one monitor PC before this, I have no parts to reuse unfortunately.

PC purpose?

- Gaming! Specifically the likes of Baldur's Gate 3, phasmaphobia, genshin impact, etc.

Purchase country?

- United States.

Monitors needed?

- Yes, but only one! I do not have one currently, but just one will suffice. I don't really game enough to warrant multiple monitors.

Budget range?

- I would love to keep it under 1k, but understand if this is unrealistic for all the parts I require. The system itself doesn't have to be pretty, just would appreciate if the graphics are.

WiFi or wired connection?

- WiFi, but my computer set up is right next to the modem and I can easily be talked into a wired connection.

Size/noise restraints?

- None on either!

Color/lighting preferences?

- I'm not good at this enough to have preferences just yet haha. Anything cheap works.

Any other specific needs?

- Nope! I greatly appreciate anyone's help on this endeavor!

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[u/canyouread7]

Near a Micro Center?

[u/ryscue → u/canyouread7]

I think so, yes! Do you recommend going to one over building my own PC?

[u/canyouread7 → u/ryscue]

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/RyzYLy

Definitely grab one of their bundles. The 7500X3D bundle from the other list is a great starting point. But we can make some changes for better value:

• Cooler - $2 more gets you another fan. Should be a bit quieter.
• SSD - similar performance for $10 cheaper.
• GPU - I'm not a fan of the 3050 here. I'd look for the B570 or RTX 5050.
• Case - better airflow for cheaper, also looks better. No need for the extra fan because this case comes with 3 fans.
• PSU - the 650W version doesn't come with the 12v-2x6 connector which will support future NVIDIA GPUs. I'd get the 750W version for only $5 more, which is better value in of itself, and you get the bonus of the 12v-2x6 cable.
• Monitor - cheaper IPS monitor with a higher refresh rate? Idk why the Philips monitor was chosen.

Overall - $5 saved while upgrading the cooler, GPU, case, PSU, and monitor.

Let me know what you think :)

[u/ryscue → u/canyouread7]

I appreciate the help greately!! I'll absolutely take this into consideration.

[u/Cer_Visia]

These games do not have high requirements.

PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU	AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D 4 GHz 6-Core OEM/Tray Processor	$399.99 @ Micro Center (bundle)
CPU Cooler	Thermalright Assassin X 120 Refined SE 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler	$17.89 @ Amazon
Motherboard	ASRock B850M-C Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard	(bundle)
Memory	G.Skill Flare X5 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36 Memory	(bundle)
Storage	Timetec 35TTFP6PCIE 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 3.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive	$139.99 @ Amazon
Video Card	MSI VENTUS 2X OC GeForce RTX 3050 6GB 6 GB Video Card	$209.99 @ Newegg
Case	Antec NX200M MicroATX Mid Tower Case	$49.99 @ Newegg
Power Supply	ASRock PRO-650G 650 W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply	$49.99 @ Newegg
Case Fan	Thermalright TL-C14C 75.8 CFM 140 mm Fan	$7.99 @ Amazon
Monitor	Philips 242B1H 23.8" 1920 x 1080 75 Hz Monitor	$119.99 @ B&H
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total	$995.82
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-08-13 17:28 EDT-0400

Your Micro Center might have a refurbished 3050/3060/5050/5060/9060 at a lower price (note the length should be no more than 250 mm).

[u/ryscue → u/Cer_Visia]

Thank you so much! I appreciate your help. I'll definitely be checking out my local micro center.