Suggestions for a 900 euro PC build

[BeamLT]

This is my first time building a PC and my budget is 900 euros. I will mostly be using the PC for gaming but occasionally for other tasks.

So can anyone suggest me a powerful all rounder build which will last me a good while:

CPU: A 3ghz quad core or better.

Motherboard: A basic ATX board will be fine so long as it does not require a BIOS update and looks nice in my case

Memory: 8GB of memory in single channel will do for now

Storage: A 2TB 7200rpm hard drive and a 240GB or lager ssd if the budget allows

GPU: A card capable of 1080p max settings that will work perfectly with the CPU with no bottlenecks

Case: I would like this PC to be built around the black and red or black and white NZXT S340 and stick to the colour scheme that fits my budget although I would prefer black and red tbh

PSU: A good quality unit, preferably modular if the budget allows.

Other: I also need a wireless card.

I have attempted many builds on pcpartpicker but they either end up way over budget or I sometimes feel like I will regret my decision when I buy the parts. If anyone can suggest me an all rounder PC build that won't break the bank, it will be greatly appreciated.

[Omega]

https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/c2rkZ8

引用自 SoleSurvivor：

CPU: A 3ghz quad core or better.

Motherboard: A basic ATX board will be fine so long as it does not require a BIOS update and looks nice in my case

Memory: 8GB of memory in single channel will do for now

Storage: A 2TB 7200rpm hard drive and a 240GB or lager ssd if the budget allows

GPU: A card capable of 1080p max settings that will work perfectly with the CPU with no bottlenecks

Case: I would like this PC to be built around the black and red or black and white NZXT S340 and stick to the colour scheme that fits my budget although I would prefer black and red tbh

PSU: A good quality unit, preferably modular if the budget allows.

Other: I also need a wireless card.

if you want all that you are going to have to overspend your budget:
https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/sc47bj

[rezo]

The problem is, a card thats capable of maxing 1080p is a card such as the RX 580 or GTX 1060. However these cards are all either super expensive or out of stock due to the mass purchases of bitcoin miners.

[Omega]

Indeed this is a bad time to buy a 1080 ultra settings gaming PC.

Cryptocurrency miners are buying all the RX cards and 1060s causing rising prices. In the some areas the 1060 is nearly 2x as expensive now and so are the RX cards.

[rezo]

https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/L8jzr7

[Sovietball]

引用自 Omega：

https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/c2rkZ8

引用自 SoleSurvivor：

CPU: A 3ghz quad core or better.

Motherboard: A basic ATX board will be fine so long as it does not require a BIOS update and looks nice in my case

Memory: 8GB of memory in single channel will do for now

Storage: A 2TB 7200rpm hard drive and a 240GB or lager ssd if the budget allows

GPU: A card capable of 1080p max settings that will work perfectly with the CPU with no bottlenecks

Case: I would like this PC to be built around the black and red or black and white NZXT S340 and stick to the colour scheme that fits my budget although I would prefer black and red tbh

PSU: A good quality unit, preferably modular if the budget allows.

Other: I also need a wireless card.

if you want all that you are going to have to overspend your budget:
https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/sc47bj

Why an intel 7500? Why not ryzen since that could be nicely overclocked

[BeamLT]

引用自 Omega：

https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/c2rkZ8

引用自 SoleSurvivor：

CPU: A 3ghz quad core or better.

Motherboard: A basic ATX board will be fine so long as it does not require a BIOS update and looks nice in my case

Memory: 8GB of memory in single channel will do for now

Storage: A 2TB 7200rpm hard drive and a 240GB or lager ssd if the budget allows

GPU: A card capable of 1080p max settings that will work perfectly with the CPU with no bottlenecks

Case: I would like this PC to be built around the black and red or black and white NZXT S340 and stick to the colour scheme that fits my budget although I would prefer black and red tbh

PSU: A good quality unit, preferably modular if the budget allows.

Other: I also need a wireless card.

if you want all that you are going to have to overspend your budget:
https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/sc47bj

Thanks for suggesting a build for me. Should I leave out the SSD to stay under budget or will I regret that decision.

[Omega]

引用自 Commissar Quacklordington：

引用自 Omega：

https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/c2rkZ8





if you want all that you are going to have to overspend your budget:
https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/sc47bj

Why an intel 7500? Why not ryzen since that could be nicely overclocked

You could get Ryzen if you so desire.
Ryzen:
Without SSD:
https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/TBhQQV

With SSD:
https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/dn8V8K

引用自 SoleSurvivor：

引用自 Omega：

https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/c2rkZ8





if you want all that you are going to have to overspend your budget:
https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/sc47bj

Thanks for suggesting a build for me. Should I leave out the SSD to stay under budget or will I regret that decision.

You can always add a SSD later.

[BeamLT]

引用自 Omega：

Indeed this is a bad time to buy a 1080 ultra settings gaming PC.

Cryptocurrency miners are buying all the RX cards and 1060s causing rising prices. In the some areas the 1060 is nearly 2x as expensive now and so are the RX cards.

Actually I'm still saving up for the PC. I could see myself buying it in or around the end of the year

[Sovietball]

引用自 SoleSurvivor：

引用自 Omega：

Indeed this is a bad time to buy a 1080 ultra settings gaming PC.

Cryptocurrency miners are buying all the RX cards and 1060s causing rising prices. In the some areas the 1060 is nearly 2x as expensive now and so are the RX cards.

Actually I'm still saving up for the PC. I could see myself buying it around December.

Depends if crypto currency actually goes downhill

[BeamLT]

引用自 ReZo：

The problem is, a card thats capable of maxing 1080p is a card such as the RX 580 or GTX 1060. However these cards are all either super expensive or out of stock due to the mass purchases of bitcoin miners.

Do you think the RX 580 will be in stock by the end of the year?

[Omega]

引用自 SoleSurvivor：

引用自 ReZo：

The problem is, a card thats capable of maxing 1080p is a card such as the RX 580 or GTX 1060. However these cards are all either super expensive or out of stock due to the mass purchases of bitcoin miners.

Do you think the RX 580 will be in stock by the end of the year?

No way to know for sure. Lets hope so.

[BeamLT]

引用自 ReZo：

https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/L8jzr7

I don't trust that PSU. I would go XFX, EVGA or SeaSonic. Some Corsairs are fine but the lower end ones are generally poor quality

[Omega]

引用自 SoleSurvivor：

引用自 ReZo：

https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/L8jzr7

I don't trust that PSU. I would go XFX, EVGA or SeaSonic. Some Corsairs are fine but the lower end ones are generally poor quality

Corsair make good PSUs (if you buy the 80+ Gold models)

[BeamLT]

引用自 Commissar Quacklordington：

引用自 Omega：

https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/c2rkZ8





if you want all that you are going to have to overspend your budget:
https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/sc47bj

Why an intel 7500? Why not ryzen since that could be nicely overclocked

I was actually considering a ryzen 5 1600 but I went waayyy over budget when I attempted a build with it.

引用自 Omega：

引用自 Commissar Quacklordington：

Why an intel 7500? Why not ryzen since that could be nicely overclocked

You could get Ryzen if you so desire.
Ryzen:
Without SSD:
https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/TBhQQV

With SSD:
https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/dn8V8K

Will the GTX 1060 bottleneck the R5 1600?

[RocketMan]

Your best bet with this build is buying used. You can get the performance you want at the cost of aesthetics.

[Essentials]
Start off with a basic used computer that uses an am3+ board. Browse your local classifieds for this. It'll run you about $50-100. Remember, am3+ not am3



After that you'll want to grab the amd 8350 processor. I'd buy this new as they're both cheap, and run a little hot. Used ones probably have heat damage.

Grab an additional 4-8 gigs of ram to throw on the board. msrp $30-$60, cheaper if used.


[Storage]
You can grab a terabyte WD black for about $80 off a newegg, Personally I'd recommend getting multiple smaller drives. That way if any fail you don't lose everything. (always remember to back ♥♥♥♥ up)
From there if you want more storage you can buy used hard drives in bulk. And get one of those usb-sata adapters. It'll save you a ♥♥♥♥ ton on storage.



[Graphics]
A gtx 660 should be able to run most stuff for you on medium settings, When buying a card though keep an eye on how much ram it has and the type. (for ex. 2gigs of ddr 3 would suck. But 2gigs of ddr5 is pretty decent.)

A 1080 would be your ideal gpu for this setup, but would be going overbudget. Grab a cheaper card for now and sell it once you have enough saved up for the 1080. (beware, you won't sell a low end card quickly)

The more ram on the card, the more you can render at once. (for ex. You'll need a couple gigs on the card if you use any of those HD grass mods in skyrim.)

[Power supply]
A 600-700watt powersupply should do you good. You can get em used...but I'd advise against it. It'll run you $40-$80.

[OS]
I'd recommend grabbing win7, but that's my personal preference. Linux is getting pretty good these days as well, working out of the box even.

If the pc you bought does not have a cd drive it would be best to grab one now. It'll make installs so much simpler, and it's necessary if you're going the win 7 route.

Linux distro: $0
Win7: $15oem, $100 retail


misc cables, $10 if that
Misc screws, $1per bag, local pc shop.
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This setup should get you going and all that. Your first upgrade you're going to want to get a better case. Preferably something with fans on the front, back and top. You can get a used one for about $20, throw some led's and paint it up etc. Whatever floats your boat.

Remember, bigger case fans = quiter case.
Bigger heatsink = cooler computer.

You can also build an aftermarket cooler for your gpu. Honestly it's just a hunk of metal with fins.

Remember to keep air flow in mind. You want cool air coming in one direction, and hot air coming out the other. Cool air falls, hot air rises.
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Good luck! Let me know how it turns out!