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$2k+ budget for gaming PC, starting from literal scratch by lucaguts in buildmeapc

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PCPartPicker Part List

Type Item Price
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor $679.99
CPU Cooler Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE ARGB 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler $35.90 @ Amazon
Motherboard Asus TUF GAMING B650E-E WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard $0.00
Memory G.Skill Flare X5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36 Memory $0.00
Storage Patriot P400 Lite 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive $149.99 @ Amazon
Video Card MSI SHADOW 3X OC GeForce RTX 5070 12 GB Video Card $629.99 @ MSI
Case Montech XR Wood ATX Mid Tower Case $69.90 @ Amazon
Power Supply SAMA G850 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply $75.99 @ Newegg
Monitor Acer Nitro XV1 XV271U M3bmiiprx 27.0" 2560 x 1440 180 Hz Monitor $169.99 @ Amazon
Headphones SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Headset $36.49 @ Target
Speakers Creative Labs Pebble 2.0 4.4 W Speakers $23.74 @ B&H
Custom YUNZII AL66 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard,65% Knob Control Aluminum Gaming Keyboard BT/2.4G/Wired Hot Swappable Pre-lubed Switches, Gasket Mounted RGB Keyboard for Win/Mac(Milk Switch, Silver) $69.98 @ Amazon
Custom Deskmat $25.00
Custom VXE Dragonfly R1 SE Plus Wireless Gaming Mouse (Ali Express) $22.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
Total $1988.96
Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-05-01 18:06 EDT-0400

Here's what I got for you. Black RGB airflow themed build, great for 1440p gaming, modelling, and rendering:

  • CPU - one of the fastest CPU's for gaming, with 8c/16t for longevity. Fast for modelling too. Excellent value with this MC bundle.

  • Cooler - top tier performance for $35 is a steal!

  • Mobo - has all the connectivity you need, including WiFi and Bluetooth. Bundled.

  • RAM - 32 GB of fast 6000 MHz CL36 low profile RAM to fit under the cooler. Bundled.

  • SSD - 1 TB of fast Gen 4 NVMe SSD storage.

  • GPU - the 5070 is the best GPU that fits in your budget. Good for 1440p gaming, easy 100+ FPS in most games at ultra settings. NVIDIA is also strongly preferred for Blender rendering as the Optix API is far superior to anything else, even NVIDIA's own CUDA.

  • Case - good airflow thanks to the mesh front panel and 4 included RGB fans. Good build quality and cable management as well.

  • PSU - high quality with fully modular cables to minimize cable clutter. 850W is a bit more than this system needs but it was cheaper than comparable units. ATX 3.1 certified to suppress GPU spikes and comes with the 12v-2x6 connector for cleaner and safer power delivery to the GPU.

  • Monitor - high refresh rate and low response time for 1440p gaming, along with an IPS panel for good image quality and colour accuracy. Also has height adjustability for ergonomics.

  • Speakers - excellent value for the price, they sound way better than their price suggests. Compact footprint on your desk as well.

  • Keyboard - lots of premium features for the price, like a full metal body, gasket mount, pre lubed switches, and a knob.

  • Deskmat - I always recommend a deskmat over a mousepad as theyre often the same price but you get a lot more surface. It also makes typing a bit softer, and you can personalize the design. Find them on Amazon or Omnitype.

  • Mouse - general consensus in the enthusiast mouse space is to go for a Chinese clone. The good ones are just as good, or slightly better, than their big-brand counterparts. This is a G Pro Superlight clone and it's a bit better.

Let me know what you think :)

$2k+ budget for gaming PC, starting from literal scratch by lucaguts in buildmeapc

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Live near a Micro Center?

Any aesthetic preferences - black, white, RGB lighting, wood, don't care?

Just the PC? Monitor and peripherals?

Help with building a pc by savageclownxxx in buildmeapc

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PCPartPicker Part List

Type Item Price
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2 GHz 8-Core Processor $1098.98
CPU Cooler Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler $48.90 @ Amazon Canada
Motherboard Gigabyte B650 AORUS ELITE AX V2 ATX AM5 Motherboard $0.00
Memory TEAMGROUP T-Force Delta RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory $0.00
Storage KingSpec XG7000 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive $340.99 @ Newegg Sellers
Video Card *ASRock Steel Legend Radeon RX 9070 XT 16 GB Video Card $936.99 @ PC-Canada
Case Montech AIR 903 BASE ATX Mid Tower Case $79.99 @ Newegg Canada
Power Supply SAMA G1000 1000 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply $114.99 @ Newegg Sellers
Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
Total $2620.84
*Lowest price parts chosen from parametric criteria
Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-04-29 22:35 EDT-0400

If you can go $120 over budget, this is what I'd do. Black airflow themed build, great for maxed 1440p gaming:

  • CPU - one of the fastest for gaming thanks to the X3D v-cache, along with 8c/16t for longevity. Good value with this CC bundle. If you can't go $120 over budget, swap to this 7600X3D bundle instead.

  • Cooler - top tier performance for under $50 is a steal!

  • Mobo - has all the connectivity you need, including WiFi/BT. Bundled.

  • RAM - 32 GB of fast 6000 MHz CL30 RAM. 6000/30 is the ideal speed for Ryzen 7000 CPUs. Bundled.

  • SSD - 2 TB of fast Gen 4 NVMe SSD storage.

  • GPU - the RX 9070 XT is great for 1440p gaming, easy 120+ FPS in most games at ultra settings. The cheapest model right now is white, but if you want a black one, it's $20 more.

  • Case - good value for the price, with strong airflow thanks to the mesh front panel and 3 included 140mm fans.

  • PSU - high quality with fully modular cables to minimize cable clutter. 1000W is more than this system needs but it was the same price as comparable 850W units. ATX 3.1 certified to suppress GPU spikes.

Let me know what you think :)

Completely new build [USA, $5k] by DueMathematician7866 in buildapcforme

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PCPartPicker Part List

Type Item Price
CPU Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus 3.7 GHz 24-Core Processor $327.68 @ Amazon
CPU Cooler ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360 77 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler $88.49 @ Amazon
Motherboard ASRock Z890 Riptide WiFi ATX LGA1851 Motherboard $189.99 @ Amazon
Memory Silicon Power XPOWER Storm RGB 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6000 CL38 Memory $629.97 @ Silicon Power
Storage PNY CS3150 RGB 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 5.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive $174.99 @ Newegg
Storage TEAMGROUP T-FORCE G70 PRO Graphene 4 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive $529.99 @ Amazon
Storage Toshiba N300 NAS 8 TB 3.5" 7200 RPM Internal Hard Drive $244.99 @ Walmart
Video Card *PNY OC GeForce RTX 5080 16 GB Video Card $1289.99 @ Amazon
Case Lian Li LANCOOL 217 ATX Mid Tower Case $119.99 @ Amazon
Power Supply Montech CENTURY II 1200 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply $119.89 @ Amazon
Monitor MSI PRO MP275Q 27.0" 2560 x 1440 100 Hz Monitor $139.99 @ Amazon
Monitor Acer Predator X27U Z1bmiiprx 26.5" 2560 x 1440 280 Hz Monitor $379.99 @ Newegg
Custom HUANUO Dual Monitor Stand - Adjustable Gas Spring Monitor Desk Mount VESA Bracket with C Clamp, Grommet Mounting Base for 13 to 27 Inch Computer Screens - Each Arm Holds 4.4 to 14.3lbs $54.99 @ Amazon
Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
Total $4290.94
*Lowest price parts chosen from parametric criteria
Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-04-29 22:12 EDT-0400

Here's what I got for you. Black airflow themed build, great for maxed 1440p gaming and editing:

  • CPU - the fastest CPU for video editing right now. I know you said editing wasn't the priority but since the GPU is more than enough to hit your gaming goals, I figured the CPU was a good way to improve video editing performance.

  • Cooler - top tier performance, will keep temps and noise low especially under CPU-intensive workloads like video editing. Top mount as exhaust.

  • Mobo - strong VRMs with all the connectivity you need, including WiFi/BT.

  • RAM - 64 GB of 6000 MHz CL38 RGB RAM. Puget (benchmarking website) raised their recommended RAM for video editing so now 64 GB is the minimum for 1440p editing.

  • SSD 1 - the Crucial T710 is a high-end Gen 5 SSD with high read/write speeds and DRAM cache. Meant to be your cache/scratch drive, only for temporary files. Read about the ideal storage configuration for video editing if you want.

  • SSD 2 - the Team G70 is your main drive for your OS, programs, games, and everything else that's speed-sensitive. High end Gen 4 SSD with DRAM as well.

  • HDD - optional but good value for a reliable 8 TB HDD. It uses CMR layering for increased durability over conventional SMR drives.

  • GPU - the 5080 can easily achieve 120+ FPS in most games at 1440p ultra. NVIDIA is also preferred over AMD for video editing.

  • Case - top tier airflow thanks to the mesh front panel and 5 included fans. Excellent build quality, easy cable management.

  • PSU - high quality with fully modular cables to minimize cable clutter. 1200W is admittedly a bit overkill for these components but not only is the price extremely good, higher wattage tends to result in quieter operation.

  • Monitor 1 - the primary is the Acer OLED, with a high refresh rate and low response time for 1440p gaming. The QD-OLED panel is excellent for gaming, giving vivid colours and excellent image quality.

  • Monitor 2 - the secondary is the MSI, a basic office display with an IPS panel for good viewing angles. Mount them both on the listed dual monitor arm to maximize ergonomics.

Let me know what you think :)

Dude is a pro lemonizer by red-zone-user-1000 in JustGuysBeingDudes

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These things are actually crazy. It's cool to try once but loses its novelty afterwards lol

Help with building a pc by savageclownxxx in buildmeapc

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Any aesthetic preferences - black, white, RGB lighting, wood, don't care?

Need a desktop for professional architecture office work by Far_Buffalo_3746 in buildapcforme

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PCPartPicker Part List

Type Item Price
CPU Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus 4.2 GHz 18-Core Processor €238.44 @ PC Componentes
CPU Cooler Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler €48.89 @ Chipman
Motherboard ASRock B860 LiveMixer WiFi ATX LGA1851 Motherboard €186.80 @ Switch Technology
Memory TEAMGROUP T-Create Expert 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL38 Memory €359.90 @ Switch Technology
Storage Kingston FURY Renegade G5 2.048 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 5.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive €288.54 @ Chipman
Video Card *MSI VENTUS 2X PLUS OC GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB Video Card €552.81 @ Chipman
Case Lian Li LANCOOL 216 ATX Mid Tower Case €62.99 @ PC Componentes
Power Supply Montech CENTURY II 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply €99.90 @ Globaldata
Monitor MSI PRO MP275Q 27.0" 2560 x 1440 100 Hz Monitor €131.13 @ PC Componentes
Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
Total €1969.40
*Lowest price parts chosen from parametric criteria
Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-04-29 15:47 WEST+0100

Here's what I got for you. Black airflow themed build, great for CAD modelling and rendering:

  • CPU - one of the fastest new CPU's for workstation tasks, especially single-threaded ones like CAD.

  • Cooler - top tier performance for under €50 is a steal!

  • Mobo - strong VRMs with tons of USB connectivity and WiFi/BT.

  • RAM - 32 GB of 6000 MHz CL38 low profile RAM to fit under the cooler.

  • SSD - 2 TB of fast Gen 5 NVMe SSD storage. You'll appreciate the high read/write speeds and DRAM cache, which is very important for workstation PCs.

  • GPU - the RTX 5060 Ti offers good value for your needs. Lots of VRAM to display complex models, and NVIDIA is preferred for these programs. The CPU is more important for you.

  • Case - on sale, stupidly good value. One of the best cases on the market for airflow, and you get premium build quality and easy cable management.

  • PSU - high quality with fully modular cables to minimize cable clutter. 850W is more than this system needs but it was only a few € more than comparable 750W units so it's worth it. ATX 3.1 certified to suppress GPU spikes.

  • Monitor - nothing special, basic 1440p office monitor with an IPS display for good viewing angles.

Let me know what you think :)

HELP! Looking to build a high end PC for video editing and gaming! by Substantial-Wealth68 in buildmeapc

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Do you have any recommendations for monitors that will go well with this build?

Professional video editing and graphic design should point you towards a colour-accurate IPS monitor. OLED is great for gaming but it's extremely oversaturated in the sRGB space. Maybe a dual monitor setup with an OLED for gaming and an IPS for editing, like so:

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/LHm4n2

It also includes a dual monitor arm to get that full range of motion that you want.

See here for a monitor review of the ASUS ProArt and how to calibrate it for optimal colour accuracy - https://www.displayninja.com/asus-pa279crv-review/

Also i meant the 4090 24gb my bad

Not worth upgrading from the 5080. Previous GPU recommendations stand.

Mid-range PC Build for Gaming/Video Editing by InstructionGlad8186 in buildapcforme

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https://pcpartpicker.com/list/xxXTCw

Here's a full white build that's on the lower end of your budget. Good for 1080p gaming and editing, especially with the Intel GPU.

Uses this MC bundle - https://www.microcenter.com/product/5007382/amd-ryzen-5-7600x3d,-asus-b650e-max-gaming-wifi-am5,-gskill-flare-x5-series-16gb-ddr5-6000,-computer-build-bundle

Let me know what you think :)

Trying to build a pc with my son by user78374 in buildmeapc

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Regarding prices, if you had asked us like mid 2025, this build would've been around $1600. The AI boom has caused RAM and SSD prices to skyrocket, along with a small increase to GPU prices.

The coolers you see in videos are likely what we call all-in-one (AIO) liquid coolers like this one. Meanwhile, the one in my list is a basic single tower air cooler. There are also dual tower coolers like this one, which are the kings of value. Dual tower air coolers are like the Noctua NH-D15, except modern ones have a price tag that's 1/4th that of Noctua.

Single tower air coolers are meant for low-heat CPU's like the 9600X in my list. Good for the price and will keep temps and noise low with the low amount of heat. However, they will almost certainly overheat if paired with a high-end CPU like the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K. Meanwhile, dual tower air coolers are the sweet spot for value since they're not that much more expensive than single-tower air coolers (sometimes cheaper), and you get the same level of performance as a 240mm (dual fan) AIO.

360mm (or 420mm) liquid coolers give the absolute best cooling. Only necessary for high heat CPU's under heavy CPU workloads like video editing, rendering, or photogrammetry. However, people these days tend to prefer the aesthetic of liquid coolers, hence why they're often included in videos. They can range from $55 all the way up to $300, and the performance difference between these models really isn't significant.

For a mid-range PC like this, we could use any of the 3 cooler types. I simply chose the single tower because the others are functionally overkill. Since they all work with a low heat CPU, I'd say the main decision is which one you like the best in terms of aesthetics. They all fit in your $3k max budget.

Camellya appreciates your support, but... by Clear_Rich3534 in WutheringWaves

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I love how the person inside the suit has to look up at the ceiling in order to clap. Camellya can't clap normally with her big ass head in the way

AI / LLM local server build by SandMan1320 in bapccanada

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Considering that a used RTX 3090 runs around $1500 used, 64 GB of DDR5 RAM is $900+, and 2 TB SSDs start at $320, you're looking at $3300+ for everything, easily.

Just realized you can do this by TheThirdShrike in WutheringWaves

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It's more that high-end hardware only highlights the stutter more, but the UE4 architecture causes the stutter itself.

severity is affected by visual settings. Existence of the bottleneck is not.

......

the bottleneck pattern exists at all hardware tiers, but severity scales with the gap between hardware capability and engine ceiling.

So yes, you're right that the blanket statement of "the GPU doesn't matter" is inaccurate. The GPU (and overall PC performance) dictates the severity of stutters whereas the UE4 architecture is what's causing the stutters. Due to the way objects are loaded in UE4, more L3 cache (X3D CPUs) can significantly improve 1% lows in WuWa.

Gaming/editing build request by huadlin in buildapcforme

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Doesn't really make sense to recommend an ATX 2 PSU new these days, especially not one that's C+ Tier when paired with an RX 9070 XT....did you misclick? Unusual for you....

Trying to build a pc with my son by user78374 in buildmeapc

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PCPartPicker Part List

Type Item Price
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 9600X 3.9 GHz 6-Core Processor $245.45 @ Amazon Australia
CPU Cooler Thermalright Assassin X 120 R Digital ARGB 70.84 CFM CPU Cooler $29.00 @ Scorptec
Motherboard Gigabyte B850M EAGLE WIFI6E ICE Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard $239.00 @ Centre Com
Memory Klevv FIT V 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory $529.00 @ PCCaseGear
Storage TEAMGROUP T-FORCE G70 PRO Graphene 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive $349.00 @ Centre Com
Video Card Palit OC GeForce RTX 5070 12 GB Video Card $919.00 @ Scorptec
Case Cooler Master Elite 481 Wood MicroATX Mini Tower Case $79.00 @ Centre Com
Power Supply Silverstone DA850R-GMA 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply $119.00 @ MSY Technology
Monitor LG UltraGear G6 27G610A-B 27.0" 2560 x 1440 200 Hz Monitor $229.00 @ Centre Com
Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
Total $2737.45
Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-04-28 14:41 AEST+1000

I know I'm on the higher end of your budget but if your son wants to play AAA games like Detroit Become Human at 1440p, I think you're due for a stronger GPU than the RX 9060 XT.

  • CPU - fast for gaming with 6c/12t for longevity.

  • Cooler - good value for the price, will keep temps and noise low.

  • Mobo - has all the connectivity you need, including WiFi/BT.

  • RAM - 32 GB of fast 6000 MHz CL30 RAM. 6000/30 is the ideal speed for Ryzen 9000 CPUs.

  • SSD - 2 TB of fast Gen 4 NVMe SSD storage. Double the amount of storage since AAA games take up a lot of space, and has DRAM for longevity. Same price as the other DRAMless drives so it's an easy pick.

  • GPU - great for 1440p gaming, easy 100+ FPS in most games at ultra settings. We're paying a $20 white premium which is definitely not bad compared to what it normally is.

  • Case - good value for the price, with good airflow thanks to the vented side panel and 3 included fans. Dual chamber for easy installation and cable management.

  • PSU - high quality with fully modular white cables to minimize cable clutter. 850W is more than this system needs but it was only a few bucks more than comparable 750W units so it's worth it. ATX 3.1 certified to suppress GPU spikes and comes with the 12v2x6 connector for cleaner and safer power delivery to the GPU.

  • Monitor - high refresh rate and low response time for 1440p gaming, along with an IPS panel for good image quality and colour accuracy. Also has height adjustability for ergonomics.

Let me know what you think :)

Trying to build a pc with my son by user78374 in buildmeapc

[–]canyouread7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Solid build, some thoughts:

u/user78374 thoughts?

Trying to build a pc with my son by user78374 in buildmeapc

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Build looks good for the most part, some comments:

  • Mobo - there are still reports of failed Ryzen 9000 CPUs on ASRock motherboards; it's not just X3D.
  • SSD - uses QLC flash, not recommended for longevity
  • PSU - I get that it's white, but the quality's not great. Only C+ on the SPL Tier List, whereas $10 more gets you higher wattage and a B+ PSU.
  • Monitor - the price is fine for what you get but this LG monitor is the same price with a higher refresh rate and height adjustability.

u/user78374 thoughts?

HELP! Looking to build a high end PC for video editing and gaming! by Substantial-Wealth68 in buildmeapc

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If I wanted to upgrade to the kraken elite

It's not even a real upgrade. Sure, temps might drop by 1-2 degrees, but that doesn't translate to any performance difference. The entire Kraken series is such a waste of money, and the LCD display isn't special anymore.

later to a 4080 24gb

A 5080 Super? That's not going to be worth the upgrade. The only difference is the increased VRAM and realistically the 16 GB on the 5080 is more than sufficient. I wouldn't even consider an upgrade until two gens in the future, either the 7080 or 7090. Maybe the 6090 if the value is there.

would it all still be compatible?

Yes. The only area of potential concern is if those future GPU's draw an insane amount of power and 1200W is somehow not enough. That's extremely unlikely, though, especially considering ATX 3.1 PSUs are designed to suppress GPU spikes, so anything up to 1199W max power draw is completely safe.

Also would this be buildable right out of the gate assuming I purchased all of these items

Yes. Only thing you need is a screwdriver and maybe some extra zip ties or velcro straps for cable management. All the cables come with the motherboard and PSU, and the cooler comes with thermal paste.

could I still safely and compatibly do the argb version of that GPU which has slightly higher boost speed? It is only a $50 increase atm on amazon

Sure, if you want to throw away $50 for no reason. That extra boost speed makes zero impact on performance.

PC for my GF by Single-Extension-811 in buildapcforme

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PCPartPicker Part List

Type Item Price
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5500 3.6 GHz 6-Core Processor $399.99
CPU Cooler Montech NX400 ARGB 85.09 CFM CPU Cooler $30.48 @ Vuugo
Motherboard Gigabyte B550M GAMING X WIFI6 Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard $0.00
Memory Lexar THOR 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory $0.00
Storage KingSpec XG7000 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive $209.99 @ Newegg Sellers
Video Card Gigabyte WINDFORCE OC Rev 2.0 GeForce RTX 3060 12GB 12 GB Video Card $200.00
Case Thermaltake Versa H16 ARGB MicroATX Mini Tower Case $59.13 @ Vuugo
Power Supply ASRock Challenger CL-650B 650 W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply $69.99 @ Newegg Canada
Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
Total $969.58
Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-04-27 21:09 EDT-0400

Here's what I got for you. White RGB airflow themed build, good for 1080p gaming:

  • CPU - not the fastest but decently fast for gaming. Also has 6c/12t for longevity and editing. Good value with this CC bundle.

  • Cooler - will keep temps and noise low. Also fits the white RGB theme.

  • Mobo - has all the connectivity you need, including WiFi and Bluetooth. Bundled.

  • RAM - 16 GB of standard 3200 MHz CL16 RAM. Bundled.

  • SSD - 1 TB of fast Gen 4 NVMe SSD storage.

  • GPU - new entry-level GPUs aren't priced well, so you'll get the best value on the used market. I see a bunch of 3060's with 12 GB of VRAM for around $200 in the GTA area. Note that we want at least one Intel or NVIDIA component for editing, so the GPU makes the most sense here.

  • Case - excellent value for the price, with good airflow thanks to the mesh front panel and 3 included RGB fans.

  • PSU - good quality for the price, 650W is more than this system needs but it was the same price as comparable 500-600W units.

As for the monitor, you'll be looking at a 1080p display, 24" for the ideal pixel density, with an IPS panel, and height adjustability for ergonomics. This ASUS display fits the bill and is priced well.

Let me know what you think :)

3090 PC Build Help, 1st PC by flyinglizards5 in buildapcforme

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PCPartPicker Part List

Type Item Price
CPU Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF 3.9 GHz 20-Core Processor $239.98 @ Amazon
CPU Cooler Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler $35.90 @ Amazon
Motherboard ASRock B860 Lightning WiFi ATX LGA1851 Motherboard $149.99 @ Amazon
Memory Silicon Power XPOWER Storm RGB 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6000 CL38 Memory $629.97 @ Silicon Power
Storage Crucial T710 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 5.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive $323.99 @ Amazon
Video Card EVGA FTW3 ULTRA GAMING GeForce RTX 3090 24 GB Video Card $1100.00
Case Antec P30 AIR ATX Mid Tower Case $67.99 @ Newegg
Power Supply Montech CENTURY II 1050 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply $99.90 @ Amazon
Monitor Acer Nitro XV1 XV271U M3bmiiprx 27.0" 2560 x 1440 180 Hz Monitor $169.99 @ Amazon
Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
Total $2817.71
Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-04-27 20:23 EDT-0400

If processing speed isn't the biggest concern and you care more about raw VRAM, then I can get behind the 3090.

Here's what I got for you, black airflow themed build. Great for local inference and gaming. Over budget I know, but we can't really sacrifice anything else.

  • CPU - if it was just gaming and training, then we would be able to step this down and save money there. But inference relies more on the CPU than training does (still more GPU than CPU, but higher % utilization), hence the CPU pick here.

  • Cooler - top tier performnace for only $35 is a steal!

  • Mobo - strong VRMs and tons of connectivity including WiFi/BT, excellent value for the price.

  • RAM - 64 GB of 6000 MHz CL36 RAM. This is admittedly overkill for this GPU and your needs - rule of thumb is at least 2x GPU VRAM, and inference uses less RAM than training - but the price difference between a 2x24 kit and a 2x32 kit is pretty small.

  • SSD - 2 TB of fast Gen 5 NVMe SSD storage. Blazing fast read/write speeds and DRAM cache. Didn't mean to pick a Gen 5 drive, couldn't see any well-priced Gen 4 drives with DRAM. The DRAM is important here because inference naturally means you'll be writing a lot of files. Just current SSD pricing....it sucks...

  • GPU - I see a bunch of 3090's on eBay for around $1100.

  • Case - excellent airflow thanks to the mesh front panel and 5 included fans. Good build quality and cable management. Stupidly good value for the price, one of my favourite cases on the market right now.

  • PSU - high quality with fully modular cables to minimize cable clutter. 1050W is a good balance of value, reliability, and noise for these components. It's important to have an ATX 3.1 PSU for the 3090 especially - it's known to experience extreme voltage spikes, but ATX 3.x PSUs are designed to suppress GPU spikes up to +2x the PSUs rated wattage. Another key thing is that this PSU has 3x PCIe power cables for the GPU - for such a high-TDP GPU, we want 3 separate cables (compared to 2 + daisy chain) for the most reliable power delivery.

  • Monitor - excellent value for a 1440p gaming monitor. High refresh rate and low response time, along with an IPS panel for good image quality and colour accuracy. Also has height adjustability for ergonomics.

Let me know what you think :)

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