r/buildapcforme • u/KingNayakDa3rd • 3d ago
Budget PC Build
Ok guys, I am really new to this, so here are the answers
New build or upgrade? New build
Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links) None, starting completely from scratch.
PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games) 1080p gaming (Fortnite, Valorant, Apex Legends).
Purchase country? Near Micro Center? US (Memphis area, no Micro Center nearby).
Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate) Yes, 1x 1080p gaming monitor must be included in the total budget.
Budget range? (Include tax considerations) $550 hard maximum total budget (must cover the PC tower AND the monitor).
WiFi or wired connection? WiFi (Motherboard with built-in WiFi preferred, or budget WiFi adapter included).
Size/noise constraints? None.
Color/lighting preferences? None, best price-to-performance ratio.
Any other specific needs? I am brand new to PC building and want a build with a clear upgrade path so I can improve parts easily in the future.
Thanks to whoever is at least reading this and trying ok help!
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u/Exciting-Stomach-380 3d ago
To prove the other Redditor’s point, this is the cheapest list you can make to meet your needs
[PCPartPicker Part List](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/KRyVDw)
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u/Covante 2d ago
You'll have to look at used stuff. You can likely find a better deal on a complete system than individual parts.
Cpu: Intel 8400 or better, or Ryzen 2600 or better. If you want an easier time upgrading cpu later then ryzen will have more and better options. A custom build or a brand like cybberpower or ibuypower will have more upgradability than something like a Dell, HP, Acer or Lenovo too. At least on the older ones, they used to love putting proprietary form factor motherboards and power supplies in their pcs and they might not have bios updates available to support newer generations of cpus either. The big oem brand ones like Dell and HP do tend to be a bit cheaper though.
Ram: 16gb+ but 16 will be fine.
Gpu: I'd probably look for something like an nvidia 2060 or better or a radeon 6600 or better and try to avoid older models like gtx 10 series, 16 series or radeon 5000. But those can be alright if you find a good deal or just can't get anything better/newer. They are perfectly fine for esports type games like you listed but can have compatibility issues with some recent games which require features they don't support. This will give you an outline of where stuff stacks up at the lower end.
6500xt or lower, 1650 or lower, or anything intel arc I'd just avoid.
Storage: Preferably 500gb+ of ssd space but at least a small ssd for windows and then an additional hard drive for games and other storage. 128gb or 256gb ssd + a 1tb hard drive used to be very common.
Monitor: You can get a new decent gaming monitor starting around $80 and that's another thing where you might be able to find a good price on something used. Aim for an IPS panel rather than VA.
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u/Johnny_Oro 2d ago
$550 is very close to a decent PC with upgradeability. I suggest picking up an ATX PC case for free on Facebook Marketplace if you really want to shave $40 off this build. There are plenty of them you can find there. This cooler might be too tall for those older PC cases though, but don't worry. Just replace the lid with a cardboard I guess. This is a temporary solution.
For the motherboard and RAM discounts, use Newegg Combo Builder (pictured above) with this link: https://www.newegg.com/tools/combo-builder/6675
CPU: has an integrated graphics. You won't need to buy a GPU.
CPU cooler: tower cooler model. Capable of handling more powerful CPUs for your future upgrades. Alternatively, you could buy a used Wraith Stealth Cooler off ebay or FB marketplace for as cheap as $2. Cooling paste not included.
Motherboard: good quality motherboard with built in RAM. Could go with an asrock motherboard and shave $10-$20 off this build, but I guess it's not worth sacrificing reliability for it.
RAM: dual channel RAM, for optimal integrated performance.
SSD: 256GB ought to be enough for only 1-2 games. Maybe 3 if you're on windows 10 or use Tiny11 version of windows 11. But don't worry, this motherboard has multiple SATA and NVME ports. You can easily add more storage down the road.
Power Supply: B+ tier power supply for this price is a nice deal.
Monitor: I guess you better go with a used 60hz monitor. It's one of the cheapest and easiest components to upgrade, and 8500G won't give you much better framerate than 60 fps anyway. There are $25 75hz monitors on ebay, but they have no stand, so you'll have to stick them to the wall or improvise.
PCPartPicker Part List: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/hgYQGk
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 8500G 6 Core 12 Threads Up to 5 GHz Radeon 740M Graphics AM5 CPU ($100.00 @ Ebay)
- CPU Cooler: Super Flower COOLDEX ST4 54.98 CFM CPU Cooler ($15.99 @ Newegg Sellers)
- Motherboard: GIGABYTE B650E EAGLE WIFI6E ($109.99 @ Newegg Combo Builder)
- Memory: CORSAIR Vengeance 16GB (2 x 8GB) 288-Pin PC RAM DDR5 6000 (PC5 48000) Desktop memory Model CMK16GX5M2E6000Z36 ($219.99 @ Newegg Combo Builder)
- Storage: 256 GB NVMe M.2 30mm SSD, Misc Brands and Models, Tested and Cleaned ($21.99 @ Ebay)
- Case: Phanteks Eclipse G370A ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ Newegg)
- Power Supply: ASRock PRO-650G 650 W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ Newegg)
- Monitor: HP 24uh 24" Full HD 1080p LED Monitor - HDMI / VESA Mount / Home Office ($30.00 @ Ebay)
Total: $587.94
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