Looking to build a new computer

[Iris]

I'm new to this building computer things and need help seeing if these are good specs or should be changed with something better and if they're ultimately compatible
I look to be able to run black ops 3 with good fps and minecraft usually for every day use, here is what I already have/have found:

CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600 (have and comes with cpu cooling)
Graphics: ASUS Geforce GTX 1050 TI (have)
Motherboard: ASRockB450M Steel Legend Socket AM4
SSD: WD Blue 1tb / HDD: Seagate BarraCuda 2tb internal hard drive
Power Supply: EVGA 750n1 750W
RAM: Team T-FORCE Darkza 16gb (2x8gb)
Case: Corsair Icue 465X RGB Mid-Tower ATX Smart Case
Monitor: Samsung Curved oddysey 144hz 24"

I am looking to be able overclock and have a place in the motherboard for wifi
I already have a keyboard, and mouse and my budget for the rest is $500-$550

 

[joemama]

The SSD and monitor exact model isn't clear
For the others, a 750w power supply is too much, 500w would be already very sufficient for this spec
There's really not much difference between curved and not curved at 24"

 

[Iris]

The SSD and monitor exact model isn't clear
For the others, a 750w power supply is too much, 500w would be already very sufficient for this spec
There's really not much difference between curved and not curved at 24"

sorry for that, the SSD is Western Digital 1TB WD Blue 3D NAND Internal PC SSD and Monitor is a Samsung Odysseus CRG5 series if that helps

 

[joemama]

sorry for that, the SSD is Western Digital 1TB WD Blue 3D NAND Internal PC SSD and Monitor is a Samsung Odysseus CRG5 series if that helps

WD SSDs should have model names like SN550 or SA510 or am I missing something?
For the monitor, I don't see many reviews about it. Usually I would pick monitors from reading the reviews at RTINGS (https://www.rtings.com/monitor) as their reviews are very objective. They also have the table tool to filter and compare monitors.

 

[Iris]

WD SSDs should have model names like SN550 or SA510 or am I missing something?
For the monitor, I don't see many reviews about it. Usually I would pick monitors from reading the reviews at RTINGS (https://www.rtings.com/monitor) as their reviews are very objective. They also have the table tool to filter and compare monitors.

The one that I've looked at doesn't have either of the labels as far as I can see and the monitor reviews I found on the website and had for a bit now with an old prebuilt pc

 

[Count von Schwalbe]

You do not mention RAM speeds or timings, but I would recommend 3600 CL18 (1:1) or better. There is not much of a cost saving to go with lesser RAM and that will filter out some of the worst IC's if you plan on overclocking.

 

[eidairaman1]

The SSD and monitor exact model isn't clear
For the others, a 750w power supply is too much, 500w would be already very sufficient for this spec
There's really not much difference between curved and not curved at 24"

Which 500W doesn't leave any room for upgrades at all at this rate.

 

[Iris]

You do not mention RAM speeds or timings, but I would recommend 3600 CL18 (1:1) or better. There is not much of a cost saving to go with lesser RAM and that will filter out some of the worst IC's if you plan on overclocking.

My bad for that, the RAM sticks that I have chose and they already include 3600 mhz cl18 and is high quality IC according to them

 

[joemama]

Which 500W doesn't leave any room for upgrades at all at this rate.

I wouldn't say so.
A whole system with 3600 uses no more than 150W under a CPU stress test and a 1050ti's power draw peaks at around 100W. It's safe even if he upgrades to a 200W GPU.

 

[eidairaman1]

I wouldn't say so.
A whole system with 3600 uses no more than 150W under a CPU stress test and a 1050ti's power draw peaks at around 100W. It's safe even if he upgrades to a 200W GPU.

Yes i know the gpu, but im saying when gpu, cpu, ram etc are upgraded over time. 500w is becomming less and less optional

 

[Fourstaff]

Build looks alright, but I suspect your 1050TI might need upgrading sooner or later. Don't forget to prep for that, but even a x600 or xx60 class graphics card will not consume more than 300w. 500w PSU is plenty.

 

[Iris]

Build looks alright, but I suspect your 1050TI might need upgrading sooner or later. Don't forget to prep for that, but even a x600 or xx60 class graphics card will not consume more than 300w. 500w PSU is plenty.

Alright thank you, just a last question will the ASRock B450M steel legend be fine or should I go for a different as I see a lot of bad things about it but there's its good too

 

[eidairaman1]

Alright thank you, just a last question will the ASRock B450M steel legend be fine or should I go for a different as I see a lot of bad things about it but there's its good too

To me the Steel Legend is what Asus TUF was in 2012 or older (Strong Stable Mobos) I would for sure put the largest psu you can afford for upgrades down the road the 750W is a good start.

 

[maxx2575]

I mean I would try and shave off some of that cost, sell the 1050Ti and get a better gpu, something around a 1070 doesn't matter what it is as that'll help with gpu bottlenecks that you will have with a 1050.

I mean I would try and shave off some of that cost, sell the 1050Ti and get a better gpu, something around a 1070 doesn't matter what it is as that'll help with gpu bottlenecks that you will have with a 1050.

I have a 1050Ti paired with an r3 1200 and it's mostly the gpu that holds me back so a 3600 should be paired with something around 2-3X the power of it.

 

[dgianstefani]

Ditch the 3600 and get a 12400f, with acccompanying intel mobo.

 

[maxx2575]

Ditch the 3600 and get a 12400f, with acccompanying intel mobo.

there is no reason to do that besides just having intel, he'd be better off with a new gpu not a new cpu.

 

[dgianstefani]

there is no reason to do that besides just having intel, he'd be better off with a new gpu not a new cpu.

Wrong. About 40% faster per core and a platform that isn't a dead end.

 

[lilhasselhoffer]

So...this one is a bit odd.

144Hz refresh is pretty high, and I'm assuming that you've got a 1080p monitor. If anything above that, the GPU is too weak to run that consistently...and even then you may need to inch those settings down to maintain 144Hz.

The CPU is fine. My own experience with the 3600 is that it's capable of gaming just fine. It does give you a pathway forward (a 5600 or 5600x, or step up to 5700). That said, the B450M should serve you well either way.

My concern with your choice on case is that you have cheaper options that may give you budget back (to get that GPU upgraded). Likewise, the PSU at 750 watts is acceptable...but if you're sticking with something on the more moderate end you could cut out a lot of cost to get that GPU. $40 from the case (think https://www.newegg.com/black-phante...-tower/p/N82E16811854085?Item=N82E16811854085) and $20 for the PSU (https://www.newegg.com/super-flower...att-_-9SIAMNPC9T0174-_-Product&quicklink=true) leave you $60. Add on a slightly less expensive monitor (https://www.newegg.com/samsung-ls24r350fznxza-24-full-hd/p/N82E16824022921), and you've got $110 to work with. You're within spitting distance of going onto ebay, and trading that 1050ti in for a 1660....which will about double your graphical performance (and at $160 for a 1660 you'd only need to sell your 1050ti at $50 to break even with the pricing structure I'm seeing now).



If it isn't clear, I think you've targeted a pretty low bar. I have to ask, at this price why not simply purchase a console?
I'm asking because you have no budget set aside for a copy of an OS. You haven't got a ton of potential at this price bracket. Sometimes a console would be hands down better solution...if your goal is gaming as stated. This may be blasphemy, but a console might be better than an ultra low end PC...both for performance and your wallet. Have you considered this, or are you dead set on a PC?

 

[80-watt Hamster]

Wrong. About 40% faster per core and a platform that isn't a dead end.

The 3600 is already in hand. That counts for quite a bit.

 

[AlwaysHope]

Ditch the 3600 and get a 12400f, with acccompanying intel mobo.

Yep, great way to increase fps without upgrading the gpu @ 1080p & up.

 

[lilhasselhoffer]

So...to all of those people who looked at this budget, and the present parts, exactly what are you seeing that everyone else is missing?

There's a set budget. The CPU is already owned...and thus makes this budget anywhere near acceptable.

Can you provide a platform and CPU in the cost that is currently being spent on the B450M platform? If not, then this is a non-starter. It's also why I made a recommendation that skimped on other components to be viable. Recommending "want" options to somebody is nice...but only if their "needs" are met first. I want to recommend a 3060...but a 1660 used is probably the only option that fits inside budget.

 

[maxx2575]

Wrong. About 40% faster per core and a platform that isn't a dead end.

bro, why does he need a 40% faster cpu when the gpu wont even use 30% of the current one?

Wrong. About 40% faster per core and a platform that isn't a dead end.

they said they wanted a gaming rig, not a workstation, why are you trying to get them to switch platforms? it's not even 40% faster per core nor does that matter they already have a 3600 but it's the 1050 that'll hold them back. that 3600 will last them for the next 4-6 years and that's all it has to do.

 

[eidairaman1]

bro, why does he need a 40% faster cpu when the gpu wont even use 30% of the current one?


they said they wanted a gaming rig, not a workstation, why are you trying to get them to switch platforms? it's not even 40% faster per core nor does that matter they already have a 3600 but it's the 1050 that'll hold them back. that 3600 will last them for the next 4-6 years and that's all it has to do.

And then on top of that can run a Ryzen 5000 as an upgrade. I just think the PSU needs an upgrade. The GPU can be used for now till a RX 6000 or RTX 3000 can be had, BRAND NEW!

 

[maxx2575]

And then on top of that can run a Ryzen 5000 as an upgrade. I just think the PSU needs an upgrade. The GPU can be used for now till a RX 6000 or RTX 3000 can be had, BRAND NEW!

HELL, Im upgrading to a 3600 for my b350 board. I was able to snag one for $160 a week ago and it and my 1070 arrive TOMORROW. that's why I said he needs a new gpu because while a 1050 is good and all, but it's better paired with something I got, not a 3600.

 

[Count von Schwalbe]

Attached is a screenshot of what I would consider a slightly better setup for you. I actually built one using almost identical components, no complaints. Includes a key for Windows, and has a bit of room for a GPU upgrade depending on what you could get for your 1050 Ti.