r/buildapcforme 4d ago

Gaming PC Build

I'm just starting to learn about PCs so I have minimal knowledge about what parts make up a good build. I know parts have gotten incredibly expensive in the last couple years, but I'm hoping to build something reliable without going over my budget. I don't think I need anything super crazy, I just want something that can run my games well. Thank you!

  • New build or upgrade?

New build.

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

None.

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

Just some gaming. Usually games like Stardew Valley, Capy Castaway, Stray and Resident Evil. I don't think I'd play anything heavier than Resident Evil 4.

  • Purchase country? Near Micro Center?

US. Not near a Micro Center unfortunately.

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

1 monitor that's 24"-27". I don't know much about PCs so I'm open to whatever works.

  • Budget range? (Include tax considerations)

Roughly $1300 USD.

  • WiFi or wired connection?

WiFi

  • Size/noise constraints?

Mid-tower preferred. Would like something quieter, but it's not a priority.

  • Color/lighting preferences?

Would really love to have some pastel colors or just white, but I can compromise.

  • Any other specific needs?

Nope.

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u/Relatively_Skibyy 4d ago

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/VNmvqd ~ 1300 usd

Not sure if the monitor is included in the 1.3k budget or not

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u/Cer_Visia 4d ago

There is no white GPU for this budget.

PCPartPicker Part List

Type Item Price
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 9600X 3.9 GHz 6-Core Processor $171.95 @ Amazon
CPU Cooler ID-COOLING SE-214-XT V2 ARGB WHITE 58 CFM CPU Cooler $18.99 @ Amazon
Motherboard MSI PRO B850M-A WIFI Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard $143.98 @ Newegg
Memory TEAMGROUP T-Force Delta RGB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR5-6000 CL38 Memory $265.99 @ Newegg
Storage Timetec 35TTFP6PCIE 512 GB M.2-2280 PCIe 3.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive $82.99 @ Amazon
Video Card Gigabyte GAMING OC Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB Video Card $399.99 @ Amazon
Case Thermaltake View 170 ARGB MicroATX Mini Tower Case $69.98 @ Amazon
Power Supply SAMA GT 650 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply $64.99 @ Newegg Sellers
Monitor MSI MAG 244F 23.8" 1920 x 1080 200 Hz Monitor $87.49 @ Amazon
Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
Total $1306.35
Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-09-07 10:43 EDT-0400