First Time Building a PC, No idea what im doing, this is what ive come up with.

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First-Time PC Build: My Journey into Custom Gaming

Hello everyone! I’m excited to share my experience as a first-time PC builder. With a budget set at $1,500, plus an additional $100 allocated for taxes, I embarked on the adventure of creating my very own gaming rig.

After researching and selecting the components that fit my needs, I’ve compiled a list of the parts I chose and their associated costs. My goal with this build is to ensure it remains relevant and capable in the near future. I’m particularly interested in gaming at 1440p with ultra settings, transitioning from console gaming, so I am unsure about the specific performance metrics I should prioritize.

I plan to engage with a variety of games, including Minecraft, Squad, and Helldivers. Additionally, I have a keen interest in modding classic titles like Fallout 4 and Skyrim. Beyond gaming, I’m also pursuing studies in cyber security, so this PC will serve double duty by running multiple virtual machines (VMs).

Seeking Feedback

I’m eager to gather insights and feedback from the community about my build. How future-proof do you think my selection will be? Any tips on optimizing performance or adjustments for gaming and virtualization would be highly appreciated.

I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts and suggestions as I embark on this new hobby. Thank you in advance for your help!

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  1. Hi there! Congratulations on your first PC build — that’s an exciting journey! To give you some guidance, here are a few tips:

    • For gaming at 1440p with ultra settings, ensure your CPU and GPU are balanced. Consider a recent mid-range GPU such as the NVIDIA RTX 3060 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT for good performance and future-proofing.
    • Since you’re also interested in virtualization, pay attention to your CPU’s core count and RAM capacity. A multi-core processor like an AMD Ryzen 5 or Intel Core i5/i7 with at least 16GB of RAM will help handle multiple VMs smoothly.
    • Choose a motherboard compatible with your CPU that supports fast SSDs (NVMe drives) for quick load times, especially important for gaming and modding.
    • Ensure your power supply (PSU) has sufficient wattage and quality to support your GPU and future upgrades.
    • Regarding future-proofing, opting for components that exceed your current needs slightly can make a difference, like a motherboard with upgrade paths or more RAM than initially planned.
    • Lastly, consider installing a reliable cooling system to maintain performance during intensive gaming or virtualization workloads.

      If you share your specific component list, I can provide more targeted feedback. Good luck, and enjoy building your gaming and virtual machine setup!

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