**What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.**

I want to use this mostly for gaming, TLOU, valorant, COD, elder scrolls, RDR, ect. Ill also use it for some uni stuff like Autocad, solidworks and maple.

**What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?**

 $1500 AUD (about $1000 USD) - I can go a bit over if necessary im not really sure what price a good build is.

**When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.**

 As soon as possible, within next couple weeks.

**What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc\)**

 CPU, cooler, motherboard, memory, storage, video card, and case 

**Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?**

Im in NSW Australia

**If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.**

 I already have a Phillips 221S9A monitor that ill probably use 

**Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?**

Nope :)

**Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)**

Nope :) 

**Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?**

I like the NZXTH5 flow Mid Tower Case, but i'm not stuck on it so im open to others. I like the white colour though.  

**Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?**

Yes microsoft windows 11 home pls

**Extra info or particulars:**

This is my first ever PC, i dont plan on doing anything super strenuous on it so i dont mind low to mid range components, as long as it can run the games and software i need to use decently and last for a good amount of time Ill be happy. Thankyou !!

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

• streaming and recording games, mainly r6.

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

• i got no breesh, so maybe 2200 max

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

*within the next few weeks

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc)

• tower, OS, keyboard, mouse

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

• United states, yes.

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

• N/A

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

• Yes, maybe

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

• Whatever maximizes storage and performance

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

• Not really, but if you can make it purple and white, bonus points

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

• Windows 11

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

• Mainly gaming but some Lightroom photo editing too. I want it to play all AAA games at 1440p with good FPS. I was looking at 4070’s?

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

• £1500

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

• Straight away

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc)

• computer build and a monitor. (No less than 165hz)

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

• UK

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

• NONE

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

• No Overclocking

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

• Atleast 1tb SSD

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

• No preference just not a full tower

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

• No

Thanks!

**What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

Something I can game on while still use it to do some Game Dev in Unity (eventually Unreal as well). I play mostly online multiplayer titles like Valorant but I intend to play some more intensive games once I have my build done like Baldur's Gate and the most recent Assassins Creed. I also want to eventually stream but it gaming and game dev take precedent

**What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?**

My budget is £1000 ( I am flexible around this).

**When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.**

As soon as possible (not in a rush, I don't mind waiting some weeks for some deals)

**What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc\)**

Tower and headset

**Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?**

I live in West London, UK.

**If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.**

I already use a Pixio PX247 24 inch 144Hz 1080p, KEMOVE Snowfox DK61 60% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Wireless/Wired Bluetooth 5. 1 and a corsair wired usb mouse that I don't know the name of. I also have a usb hub to connect my multiple peripherals like the ones I mentioned and my current headset and webcam.

**Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?**

Since I am still fairly new to pc building I am still confused about the benefits of overclocking. From my understanding it is just a chip going Super Saiyan and working faster. And while fast is always better, I am not sure how beneficial that is for me and what are the drawbacks

**Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)**

I want my build to be very future proof so I can continuously and slowly upgrade it (maybe next black Friday). If I could avoid HDD and only have SSD that would be optimal.

**Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colours, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular colour theme preference for the components?**

This is not super important to me. I'm all about the performance. That being said I am not a fan of RGB and like subtill/minimalistic design.

**Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?**

I'll install windows 11 once it is built.

All help is appreciated :)

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

Playing most AAA titles on medium to high settings and occasionally using it for some 3D animation

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

$1100

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

Within the next few weeks

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc)

Tower and OS

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

United States, I live less than 10 minutes from a microcenter and I’m hoping to get all of my parts from there

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

N/A

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

Down the line.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

Extra storage if possible

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

Black with rgb

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

Yes, windows 11 pro

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

Mostly videogaming and coding. Trynna run Naraka Bladepoint high graphics @1440p 100hz minimum.

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

$2500. I dont mind used parts either

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

Within two months

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc)

Juat the tower. Built in a Fractal Terra Green. Anything extra ill need like fans and PCIE risers, etc etc. Ill even go watercooler if we can find the space for a pump lol

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

USA, California. Have access to a Microcenter

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

None, I juat need the tower tho.

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

Eventually if I have the cooling for it.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

SSDs for sure.

What type of network connectivity do you need? (Wired and/or WiFi) If WiFi is needed and you would like to find the fastest match for your wireless router, please list any specifics.

Needs wifi connectivity.

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

SFF case. Something that could fit in an empty backpack. I like RGB but dont need it.

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

No.

Just need fans included in the build as im sure cooling is gonna be an issue.

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

This PC will be user for:

1. Everyday use (browsing the web, checking emails)
2. Gaming - I wish to be able to run games such as FFXIV, Sims4, Civilization 6, Baldur’s gate 3, Diablo4 without much problems.
3. Art - more 2D than 3D art with programs like Photoshop/Clip Studio Paint.
4. Programming (probably with Visual Studio to start)

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

I wish for something around 2000 CAN $ Hard limit is 2500 CAN $

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

I wanted to buying the parts in the next couple of weeks.

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc)

Just the tower. I am able to figure out the OS and other peripherals myself.

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

Canada (QC)

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

No reuse.

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

I am not sure about this, not really knowledgeable on that subject yet.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

Not one that I can think about at the moment.

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

Just a basic solid case is good.

I would like to add optical drives in the future. So as long as I can add a DVD/CD writer/reader it will be good.

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

Windows 11.

Extra info or particulars:

Before posting here I was looking at the AMD ryzen 7 7700x for CPU bit I am not sure if it would be good for what I need.

First of all, thank you guys for all that you do. I lurk this sub in hopes of increasing my knowledge always. I haven't build a PC in over a decade and this is one of my first Reddit posts so please be gentle. I've tried my best to create a list of the components currently in my cart at Micro Center's website at the end of this post. Please feel free to correct anything.

**What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

Gaming: Counter-Strike 2, Rocket League, MineCraft, GTA, Hell Divers 2, StarCraft 2. 1080P at a high refresh rate is fine with me but 2K would also be great.
Work: MS Office Suite ( Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams), Viewing Large .pdf's, some Sketchup, Cura for 3D printing.

**What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?** 

Would prefer to stay under $2K if possible.

**When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.** 

 
Going to Duluth on the 13th for a week and plan to build in my hotel room.

**What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc\)**

This is a fresh tower build so: Tower, OS, CPU, CPU Cooler, Mobo, Ram, SSD, GPU, PSU, High Refresh Monitor.

**Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?**

I will be going to the Duluth, GA Micro Center and would prefer to purchase everything there at the same time.

**If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.** 

Keyboard GMMK, Glorious Mouse, Logitech G432 Headset. Asus VS238 as a secondary monitor (not for gaming), I do not use external speakers.

**Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?** 

No.

**Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)** 

I would like it to run as cool and efficiently as possible.

**Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?** 

Super basic here but would like a case that's easy to work with.

**Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?**  

Yes. I would like to move to Windows 11 Home.

**Extra info or particulars:**

As stated above, I haven't built a PC in over a decade which was a super quirky AMD build but am fairly capable with electronics. On the fence between buying a PowerSpec or building but I'm afraid of the temperature issues I've read regarding the i9 in the G445 and the memory/mobo/processor compatibility issues with the AMD bundles.

My parts picker list totals at $1,954 but my Micro Center cart comes to $1,727 for the same components.

[PCPartPicker Part List](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/Pq6GFs)

Type|Item|Price

:----|:----|:----

**CPU** | [Intel Core i7-13700K 3.4 GHz 16-Core Processor](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/Mm6p99/intel-core-i7-13700k-34-ghz-16-core-processor-bx8071513700k) |-

**CPU Cooler** | [Deepcool AK400 66.47 CFM CPU Cooler](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/QPkWGX/deepcool-ak400-6647-cfm-cpu-cooler-r-ak400-bknnmn-g-1) |-

**Motherboard** | [MSI PRO Z790-P WIFI ATX LGA1700 Motherboard](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/k7mmP6/msi-pro-z790-p-wifi-atx-lga1700-motherboard-pro-z790-p-wifi) |-

**Memory** | [G.Skill Ripjaws S5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/x4VmP6/gskill-ripjaws-s5-32-gb-2-x-16-gb-ddr5-6000-cl30-memory-f5-6000j3040f16gx2-rs5k) |-

**Storage** | [Samsung 980 Pro 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/DDWBD3/samsung-980-pro-1-tb-m2-2280-nvme-solid-state-drive-mz-v8p1t0bam) |-

**Video Card** | [Gigabyte WINDFORCE OC GeForce RTX 4070 12 GB Video Card](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/FnLdnQ/gigabyte-windforce-oc-geforce-rtx-4070-12-gb-video-card-gv-n4070wf3oc-12gd) |-

**Case** | [Fractal Design Meshify 2 Compact TG Light Tint ATX Mid Tower Case](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/mgwypg/fractal-design-meshify-2-compact-tg-light-tint-atx-mid-tower-case-fd-c-mes2c-03) |-

**Power Supply** | [Corsair RM750e (2023) 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/YRJp99/corsair-rm750e-2023-750-w-80-gold-certified-fully-modular-atx-power-supply-cp-9020262-na) |-

**Operating System** | [Microsoft Windows 11 Home Retail - Download 64-bit](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/7ZpzK8/microsoft-windows-11-home-retail-download-64-bit-kw9-00664) |-

**Monitor** | [Asus VG279QR 27.0" 1920 x 1080 165 Hz Monitor](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/Dqytt6/asus-vg279qr-270-1920x1080-165-hz-monitor-vg279qr) |-

| *Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts* |

| **Total** | **$0.00**

| Generated by [PCPartPicker](https://pcpartpicker.com) 2024-05-04 22:01 EDT-0400 |

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

I was mainly going to be using it for gaming, I don't really have a game or games in mind I just want to be able to play the latest or any game at reaosnably high quality for the foreseeable future as well as do music production using FL Studio as well as Programming

**What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?**

* I don't really have a budget, I currently haved saved up 3k , so around that range ,but, I can potentially go up to even 4k

**When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.**

* Don;t really have a date, I was potnetially once I have a aprts lists to slwly accumlate the pc parts and then once I gather all the parts built it

**What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc\)**

I Would really only need the tower, I have a monitr and the rest I can upgrade / gte better versions of what I already have later

**Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?**

US, I don't believe there is a mcirocenter in my location, no!

**If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.**

This, is my previous build which I still have the componenets for, nnot sure since I built it in 2017 if the parst arr still feasible or not ,but, I'm open to reusing the pasrts if they are up to date

**Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?**

Probabaly not, no

**Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)**

* Nothing specific really

**Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?**

* I'm fine with any theme / don't really have a preferennce. My favorite colors are lighter shades of grren ( Teal/ seafoam green)

**Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?**

* Yes, I might. I don't have preferennce, just one that is widely supported by most games / software

**Extra info or particulars:**

So, I've been working to save up to rebuild my pc that I built around 2017. I don't reaally have a budget,but, I've saved up around 3k. II was msotly interested in Gaming, Music Production, and potentially working on Pixel art and Programming. I also have a lot of files / data in my old build's ssd and hdd I might need somethign in my build to transfer those files over

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

This PC will be for my little brother (13). He will most likely just play games that are popular for his age group (Minecraft etc.) but it would be best if he wouldn't need to upgrade any time soon. I saw the $600 build linked in the sticky (https://de.pcpartpicker.com/user/Photonman1/saved/8MxNpg). What are some easy upgrades in the < $100 range? 2x16GB would probably be good. Would this PC be good enough for 1080p 144hz? Otherwise a completely different build in a similar price range would be very much appreciated!

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

600 - 700€ without peripherals (about < $750).

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

Next few weeks.

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc)

PC tower. No peripherals or OS.

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

Germany.

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

He has a keyboard/mouse/headset and we will buy a monitor separately.

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

No.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

Specific tower preference. See below.

What type of network connectivity do you need? (Wired and/or WiFi) If WiFi is needed and you would like to find the fastest match for your wireless router, please list any specifics.

WiFi but we can also just buy an adapter later.

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

Black mid-tower, either ITX or mATX. Case with tempered glass and some cheap LED fans. If there is no recommendation I would probably get something like the ENDORFY Ventum 200 Air.

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

I already have one.

Extra info or particulars:

Thank you very much for helping!!

>**What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.**

* I plan to use the PC for 1440p gaming (with an emphasis on FPS) and would like to "future-proof" the PC for at least 4 years or so. I also want a PC that can handle paying a game at good settings on one monitor while having a browser with multiple tabs open (or at minimum having YouTube or Twitch open) on a second monitor.

>**What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?**

* $2000

>**When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.**

* I would like to build the PC within the next month.

>**What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc\)**

* Everything but monitor. However, I would like a recommendation for a second monitor that would complement the one I already have (see below). I would also like some recommendations for a good budget gaming keyboard and mouse.

>**Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?**

* United States. I live near a Micro Center and would like to buy one of their motherboard/CPU/RAM bundles if possible in my build to save money.

>**If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.**

* I already have an ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ1A monitor that I bought for my Xbox Series X that I plan to use for this PC. However, I would like to buy a second monitor for the PC as well.

>**Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?**

* Not at this point in time.

>**Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)**

* I want an NVIDIA graphics card (leaning towards the 4070 Ti Super).

>**Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?**

* Mid-tower case (would prefer atrium style but not a must).

>**Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?**

* Yes, would like Windows 11 Home

>**Extra info or particulars:**

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I've already started a build on PCPartPicker that I just wanted to make sure will work or that I am not overpaying for something that I do not need. I'm very new to PC Gaming in general and I have actually not owned a desktop computer for about 10 years (been using laptop computers as an undergrad and grad school student). I would like to build the PC myself if I can (I have never built a PC before but have been watching several PC building guides the past few weeks), but seeing as how much I am paying to build the PC, I don't know if it would be better to pay Micro Center to build it for me to be on the safe side.

​

Anyway, here is the build I have already started: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/2qMzrv

Note that the CPU/Motherboard/RAM are from the MicroCenter bundle currently on sale on their website for $479 so don't go by the prices on the link for those three items.

Title! I'm finally settled in my own place and not moving around as much, so I'm thinking about building a gaming PC setup. I know absolutely nothing about anything regarding this, so... any help is appreciated!

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

I will be primarily using it for gaming. The most intensive games I play are Ark, Sims 4, Sea of Thieves, and Helldivers 2.

What is your maximum budget before shipping/rebates/taxes?

I don't think I would like to spend more than $2k USD on this. I'm not sure if that's a good enough budget or not, so LOL. I already have accessories (headset, chair, desk, keyboard, mouse, etc...) so I really just need the PC setup and monitor.

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

Not sure. Just looking for now. Maybe toward the end of the year.

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower, OS, monitor, keyboard, mouse, etc.)

Everything except what I listed above. Headset, chair, desk, keyboard, mouse, etc.

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

US. And no, I don't think so?

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

Mouse, keyboard. Not sure on brands.

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

I have no idea what that means.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

no.

Do you have any specific case preferences, or a particular theme preference for the components?

No

Do you need a copy of windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

No

>**What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.**

I'll be doing a lot of competitive gaming, so I'm not really looking for something that needs to run high-end games like GTA, moreso one that avoids lag and can load things fairly quickly. I also want to run some programs as I improve my coding skills - the most complex thing I'd be running from my own code would be basic 2d games. I'll also be doing a bit of Photoshop/Premiere though that's less important. Big focus is on FPS/HZ, though I'd also prefer to be able to run OBS.

>**What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?**

$1000 USD, can go up if absolutely necessary but not by much

>**When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.**

Within the next month, likely around 2 weeks from now.

>**What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc\)**

I only have a mouse right now for my current laptop, nothing else sadly :(

>**Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?**

Colorado USA. There's a Microcenter up in Denver that I COULD go to, though I live below Colorado Springs and it's 2 hours away, so preferably not unless absolutely necessary

>**If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.**

None

>**Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?**

No plans to overclock

>**Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)**

Nope. If there's something I need later on, I'll figure it out lol.

>**Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?**

I'm a big fan of red, but I don't really care. If it can fit on an average office desk then I'm sold (I'd prefer not to have to buy a new desk yk)

>**Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?**

No Windows needed

>**Extra info or particulars:**

I know "Within a month" is a bit far - the template says try not to go above 2 weeks but I might end up doing that. I'm not sure what I need to know about buying parts if it does take longer, but it will absolutely not take longer than a month. Thank you in advance.

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

I primarily use my PC for WFH, watching YouTube, emailing, and occasionally using GIMP. I need support for two displays, preferably three. Integrated WiFi and graphics are preferred but not mandatory. No heavy work.

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

My budget is around $400, but I'm open to stretching it to $500 if there are clear benefits.

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

As soon as possible, ideally within the next week or two.

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc)

I only need the core components: CPU, motherboard, and RAM as I already have a case and peripherals. I might consider upgrading my PSU.

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

I am in Texas and have access to a Microcenter, about 20 miles away.

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

I will be reusing a full tower case and an older 450W PSU (though this might need an upgrade), monitors, keyboard, and mouse.

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

No, I do not plan to overclock.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

Support for dual monitors is crucial, 3 is preferred. Integrated WiFi would be a plus.

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

I prefer ATX. No specific case preferences as I am reusing my current one.

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

No need for a Windows license.

Extra info or particulars:

I'm considering the following Microcenter bundles and would appreciate feedback on them or suggestions for a custom build in a similar price range, I am considering going with an older AM4 setup as well if there would be any benefit to doing so:

$329 Bundle: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, ASUS TUF Gaming B550 Plus WiFi II, G.Skill Ripjaws V 16GB DDR4-3200.

$379 Bundle: AMD Ryzen 7 7700X, MSI B650-P Pro WiFi, G.Skill Flare X5 Series 32GB DDR5-6000.

What is the minimum wattage for a PSU needed for these builds, considering I might add a GPU later? My current setup is an HP SFF with an AMD Athlon II X2 and 9GB of DDR3 RAM.

I'm considering purchasing one of the Microcenter advertised bundles and am looking for feedback on whether these are overkill for my needs, or if customizing my own bundle could offer significant benefits/economy.

I think it would be good to keep costs low without buying more tech than I need, but maybe the new tech is so inexpensive it would just be worth it to just move to the more modern products.

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

This PC will be mostly for gaming. My main games are Modern Warfare 3 and Apex Legends

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

My price range is between $1500-2000 USD

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

I plan on starting in the next week or two

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc)

I will need the tower and a gaming mouse/ keyboard

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

I live in Delaware USA, I have a microcenter within driving distance

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

I already have an Asus gaming monitor to reuse

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

Not interest in over clocking right away but maybe down the line

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

I would like at least 2tb of storage and will adjust the budget if needed for that. Also which ever cpu/ motherboard that gives the best future proofing.

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

Would like an all white or black pc if possible

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

I do not need a copy of Windows included

Is DDR5 a must for an upgrade or can I just go with DDR4?

My current specs
i5-9400F
Gigabyte z390 UD
Kingston Fury Beast 3600 2x8GB (16GB)
RTX 2060
1st Player FK PS-600FK 600W
MasterAir MA612 Stealth Cooler
Samsung 870 EVO 1TB

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

Not sure about the timeline but probably had this pc for 5 years now and mostly using for work on Photoshop/InDesign and plays various of games such as CS2, MHW, Elden Ring, Valorant

What is your maximum budget before shipping/rebates/taxes?

Approximately 3000 (MYR) [Plus or minus a couple hundred]

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

3 months

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower, OS, monitor, keyboard, mouse, etc.)

Everything except, monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

• Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

Mouse, keyboard, display, RTX 2060.

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

No.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

No.

Do you have any specific case preferences, or a particular theme preference for the components?

No.

Do you need a copy of windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

No.

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.**

My girlfriend wants to use this PC for graphic design such as Adobe products(Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop) and some 3D modeling (Blender). Also casual streaming on Netflix, Youtube.

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?**

Hopefully $1000 but can maybe stretch to $1200

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.**

In a week

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc\)**

Just the parts for the computer, already have mouse, keyboard, and tower in mind

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?**

Located in Southern California with a Microcenter

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.**

Not reusing any parts

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?**

Most likely not.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)**

Probably a 2 TB SSD, need a motherboard with WiFi

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?**

No preferences

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?**

No

Thanks in advance

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

Mostly for Gaming (Elden Ring, GTA 5, Assetto Corsa, COD, Warzone, God of War) and CAD (Solidworks, Fusion 360) including FEA etc. However, most of the CAD work isn't computation heavy.

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

£1200

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

By Next Week

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc)

Monitor

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

London, United Kingdom

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

Keyboard (Razer Cynosa Lite), Mouse (Razer DeathAdder Essential)

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

No

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

A 1 TB storage should be enough

What type of network connectivity do you need? (Wired and/or WiFi) If WiFi is needed and you would like to find the fastest match for your wireless router, please list any specifics.

Wired (Ethernet) + Wireless (idk the router specs since I currently don't have a router).

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

No preference as long as it looks decent!

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

No

Extra info or particulars:

Ideally, I want it to be upgradable in the future. Idm going a little overboard if it's worth the performance/upgradability.

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

My buddy has a decade old PC that isn't cutting it for him. He is looking for a new rig that will offer upgrade paths for the future. The PC is going to be used primarily for World of Warcraft and everyday video streaming (watching YouTube, etc..) and internet surfing.

What is your maximum budget before shipping/rebates/taxes?

Approximately $1,000 (CAD) [Plus or minus a couple hundred]

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

In a few weeks

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower, OS, monitor, keyboard, mouse, etc.)

Everything except, display, keyboard, and mouse.

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

• Canada, Alberta.

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

Mouse, keyboard, display.

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

No.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

no.

Do you have any specific case preferences, or a particular theme preference for the components?

No

Do you need a copy of windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

No

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

Almost exclusively offline single player games, maybe the occasional casual online game with friends. I will be looking to heavily mod games in the vain of elderscrolls/fallout/cyberpunk/etc with decent-to-high graphics settings. I will likely open browsers for mods and troubleshooting. I will not be using this PC for much outside of that, I have a personal laptop for my other needs.

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

Ideally, I’d like to keep the build efficient - best bang for the buck. $1500 is my upper limit, but I can stretch slightly to $1600/1700 if performance jumps that much at that level.

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

By May 19, possibly earlier.

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc)

I have 2 LG 60 Hz monitors from when I was WFH, I’m willing to replace both if advised. I also have a cheap USB keyboard and mouse that I will probably look to replace.

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

Minneapolis, MN - US. I’m driving distance from a Microcenter.

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

Refer to the above. I have monitors, but they might not be up to the task.

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

No, not now or any time soon.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

I’m just looking for a seamless and clean gaming experience. I want my games to load quickly and efficiently - If an SSD is key for that, then I’ll want it included.

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

No preference, performance is my primary focus. Black would probably fit best with the furniture colors in my space.

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

Yes, no preference.

Extra info or particulars:

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

• playing world of warcraft / streaming as a hobby on the side purely as I enjoy talking and chatting while playing

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

• I'd go to £3500 if the gain was massive but I seem to see alot of 2500 range for 1440p specifically.

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

• Tonight or tommorow.

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc)

• potentially wifi due to poor placement of main socket in house. Other than that I'd like 2x ssd's 1 for games 1 for things like Windows/discord/programs in general.

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

• The UK

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

• I plan on playing exclusively 1440p as i have a 144hrz monitor currently with a aim to get another soon.

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

• I've no clue how to do it so I suspect not.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

• 1 ssd for games and 1 for programs ideally.

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

• White sounds nice but all black is totally fine / whatever falls into budget. Its going on the desk so it won't be in eyeline really.

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

• I have a key already.

**As i say its basically a 1440p gaming pc with a view to stream as a hobby too:

Thanks in advance folks**

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

• I don’t really know much about pcs, ideally I’d like something I can both work on and play games on. Games would include read dead redemption, souls games, disco Elysian but also for occasional fps like call of duty. The work aspect I think it just need to be able to have a lot of pages open

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

• £1000 but there’s definitely wiggle room

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

• probably around late June/early July

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc)

• everything, I’m selling both my ps5 and desktop I use for work

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

• Purchasing in London, United Kingdom

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

• N/A

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

• Probably not.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

• whatever allows for high quality on games and allows me to have many pages open simultaneously

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

• Not really

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

• Yes, no preference

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

Mix between gaming and personal use. I currently play GTA 5, Minecraft, Fortnite, ARK, Battlefield 2042 and a bunch of simulators/retro steam games as examples. For personal use I’m just looking at web browsing and YouTube/movie viewing.

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

After buying Micro Centers 7800X3D bundle and a new case, budget is now down to $2700, but could raise to $3000 if needed. Otherwise not including monitors in the budget, I’d just like recommendations for those.

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

Next couple of weeks.

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc\)

OS and Monitor at this point. I’ve been given some recommendations for newer single monitors, but i’m looking for either a dual monitor or large curved monitor setup.

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

US. I have a microcenter nearby.

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

I currently have Micro Centers 7800x3D bundle and a HYTE Y70 Touch case that I’ll be using.

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

Not sure how, so no immediate plans to overclock.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

I have been recommended 2TB SSD, which would be fine for me. But ideally, I would like to bump up to 4TB if budget/build allows.

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

I currently have a black HYTE Y70 Touch mid case, which I will be using for the build. I’d like RGB/LED lighting with the build/components, but it’s not a requirement for me.

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

I would like a copy of Windows 11 Home edition included.

Extra info or particulars:

These are some recommendations for parts I’ve been given. I’m either looking for confirmation to use these parts or other recommendations if there is something better for budget/build.

 CPU Cooler: Deepcool LS720 85.85 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler or Corsair iCUE H150i ELITE CAPELLIX XT 65.57 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler. I’ve heard negatives on Corsair iCUE, so would Deepcool be the better recommendation or is there something else?

 Video Card: Gigabyte WINDFORCE V2 GeForce RTX 4090 24 GB Video Card. Probably will use this in build if this is one of the better options for this build.

 Power Supply: I’ve been recommended Corsair RM1000e or 850e, Ventroo GV1000, and Enermax Revolution DFX 1050. All around $120 except the RM1000e. Is there one more recommended or which would be the best choice of these?

£1400 - £1600 Gaming PC.

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

Hi, I'm looking to build a gaming PC that can handle gaming in 1440p resolution. I want to play games like Cyberpunk 2077, baldurs gate 3, elden ring, (GTA6? and destiny 2).

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

£1600 is the maximum I am willing to spend. I would most likely like to stay within my range.

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy. 

I plan to build my PC within the next two weeks or whenever the parts would arrive.

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc\) 

I will need the CPU, CPU cooler, motherboard, memory, SSD, GPU, Case and power supply.  

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location? 

I will be purchasing the parts from England.

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated. 

I will be reusing my monitor, keyboard , and my mouse. 

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU? 

No/ do not know how to

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

I would like 2TB of SSD as most games are quite large.

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colours, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular colour theme preference for the components?

No requirements here. 

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

Yes

Extra info or particulars:

Thanks for your help!

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

• I will be mainly programming and using data analytics/visualisation tools such as PBI and Tableau. I usually deal with data-intensive tasks and predictive models fine-tuning. I am not much of a gamer, but I might sometimes play The Sims and Genshin Impact. Thus, I rely a lot on both CPU and GPU.

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

• I am aiming at keeping this between $600 - $700 (if even less, that would be so great). This PC is not going to be my main work station. I use my M1 MBP on a regular basis. So this PC needs to be great, but not necessarily the best. Please do tell me if this is an unrealistic budget and I might consider increasing it.

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

• If everything works out and I am convinced, I would buy all of the components within two weeks.

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc)

• I only need the PC itself. I have everything else.

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

• I am purchasing from Italy, so I do not have access to Microcenter.

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

• I am using my 32" Samsung M5 monitor, NuPhy Halo96 keyboard, Logitech G705 mouse, and Edifier R1280DBs speakers.

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

• I am not sure what would entail "overclocking". But I do work on CPU/GPU intensive tasks from time to time. However, it isn't a regular occurrence that I push my machine to its limits.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

• I need at least 1TB of SSD storage and preferably 16GB of RAM. I am not sure about everything else.

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

• Not really. I do not need RGB or light-up cases or components, and I would like to avoid cases that have huge/noticeable graphics on them (a logo is the exception ofc). I would prefer to keep everything quite simple and minimal. I think I would go for a more neutral colour. Otherwise, black or white.

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

• No, I don't.

Extra info or particulars:

I don't think I have any other information to add. I just need this PC to perform well under moderate intensity programming. As I mentioned, my primary device is still my MBP, so I only need this PC for secondary purposes. Thank you in advance for any help.

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

I will be playing games like a moderately/heavily modded Skyrim, Age of Mythology, Civilization 5 & 6, Dragon Age: Origins, God of War, and maybe some newer titles as they pop-up. I will also be using this to watch YouTube videos, movies, ripping CDs and blu-rays, coding, financials (needs to be able to open large Excel spreadsheets), torrenting, and a few other things I'm not remembering right now.

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

Around $3,000. I have an additional $1,000 right now that I'll be using to buy Windows, the Keychron Q6 Max and cover, and either the Logitech G903 + Powerplay or the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro + Mouse Dock Pro. Anything leftover can also be used towards the build.

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

Within two weeks.

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc\)

Monitor and calibrator (needs to be a premium viewing experience), 4090 (or AMD equivalent), 14900K (or AMD equivalent). Motherboard (preferably with a built-in IO shield), two M.2 drives minimum, RAM, CPU tower cooler or AIO, and fans (preferably the ones that connect together to minimize cables). Possibly a power supply if the one I listed below isn't enough wattage.

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

US, NC. The Charlotte location was originally scheduled for May 10th, but it has been delayed.

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

I have the Seasonic Q7 mid-tower case and SYNCRO 850 watt power supply plus CONNECT module.

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

Not currently, but it is a possibility down the line.

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

Large storage for ripping movies and music, as well as torrenting. 64GB RAM.

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

Possibly a white and black theme, but this isn't all that important to me. I don't care enough about RBG, so I'd most likely turn all that off anyways.

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

No. I'll be buying Windows 11 Pro.

Extra info or particulars:

I specified a 14900K and 4090 (or AMD equivalents) because this will be my first ever PC build, and I don't want to build another for quite some time. So I'm trying to make this PC as future-proof as possible within the budget. If things needs to be cut, then so be it. I haven't exactly looked at pricing, but I figured AMD would be slightly cheaper with comparable specs.

**What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.**

 * I will be mostly playing games, such as helldivers, overwatch, for honor,elden ring, bunch of coop games, and anything new that might come out. 1440p if possible. i prefer higher fps than 4k.

**What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?** 

* 1000-1200 $. If possible would like to save some money on CPU or something that i could upgrade in few years.

**When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.**

 * in a around a week

**What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc\)** 

* Tower, and a monitor 1440p would be nice

**Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?**

 * Im from Czech Republic. Small country in the heart of Europe

**If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.**

 * I will be using my old keyboard and mouse as long as they will keep working. Yankee Ambush. both of them

**Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?**

 * i would like to overclock CPU right away. since i plan on replacing it.

**Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)**

 * SSD 1TB. i´ll buy another one down the line

**Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?**

 * not really. just need the case to have space for potential upgrades.

**Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?**

 * No thanks

**Extra info or particulars:**

nothing comes to mind

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

• I’ll mainly be gaming on it but also want to use for anything. I mainly play FPS games but dabble in other genres.

What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?

• 4,200

When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.

• within the next week or two

What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc)

• At least a 30+ inch monitor

Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?

• Chattanooga, Tennessee and no I don’t have a microcenter here

If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.

• None

Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?

• No

Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)

• Large amount of storage

Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?

• Led lighting,

Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?

• Yes

Extra info or particulars:

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.

*  Mainly gaming (interested in modding as well mainly in minecraft). Will be playing games like GTA, COD, CP2077, Control, Minecraft, Roblox, esports titles. My other use will be Blender, workloads won't be too demanding (mostly making low-poly models for roblox studio, car or plane model at most).

>**What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?** 

* A thousand bucks, if going lower is possible then please do.

>**When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.** 

* Two to three weeks from now because of memorial day sales.

>**What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc\)** 

* Replace this text with answer.

>**Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?** 

* Yes I have access to a Microcenter location.

>**If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.** 

* None.

>**Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?** 

* Overclocking down the line.

>**Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)**

* I plan to use the system in Full HD (1920x1080).

>**Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?**

* No.

>**Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?**

* No, I'll just use unactivated windows.

>**Extra info or particulars:**
I've done some research regarding PC components and apparently the best bet for my GPU would be the RTX 4060 Ti or RX 7700 XT. I really just want a GPU that can push 1080P (high to max settings) 60 FPS minimum in all AAA titles, and is slightly futureproof enough to last 3-4 years. 
I don't care about power consumption since I plan to undervolt for the performance increase anyway. 
Also, I preferably want to purchase parts from MicroCenter or BestBuy and all parts in new condition.

**What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.**

I will be playing games, streaming movies, doing videos call and work on the pc.

For work most will do as I just use some excel and the rest I do on a external server, the only thing I prefer highly is to have a widescreen monitor, at work I use the Hp z38c ( https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c05691988 ) and I gotten used to the size.

I would like to be able to play most games on high settings, games like

baldurs gates, the dark pictures anthology man of medan, cuphead, Hades.

**What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?**

I would like to spend around 2700 euro and less is also good, if necessary or worth it I can add some more though.

**When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.**

 orders the parts now but build in a week or 2.

**What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (Tower/OS/monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc\)**

 I need everything included except a headset.

**Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?**

 The Netherlands, close to Amsterdam

**If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.**

 I am not reusing anything, I need everything except a headset.

**Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?**

I do not think there is a need for it for me.

**Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)**

I prefer to have a SSD with 2TB of space or more.

**Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-tower/full-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?**

 I think some led lighting or a see through case would be cool otherwise no specific preferences

**Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?**

Yes I prefer the last windows home user version.

**Extra info or particulars:**

Thank you very much for helping, I was quite overwhelmed by all the options possible and I am very happy to see there is something like this. This is my first pc Build.