Best gaming PC under $1000 build 2024

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1. I’m getting these two notes on pcpartpicker when copying the build there.

   Note:NZXT H510 ATX Mid Tower Case has a front panel USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type C port, but the Asus TUF GAMING B550-PLUS ATX AM4 Motherboard does not have sufficient USB 3.2 Gen 2 or Gen 1 headers. The case USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type C port will not be usable.

   Note:Some physical dimension restrictions cannot (yet) be automatically checked, such as cpu cooler / RAM clearance with modules using tall heat spreaders.

   Is there a different case we should be using for this build now?

   • Many factors were considered in the decision process of the HZXT H510, including the above incompatibilities. If you require the USB Type-C port, then you will have to use another motherboard.
     That said, there are a whole host of other cases you can use for this build. We particularly like the Phanteks P400.

2. Hi i was wondering if I could use the MUSETEX Phantom Black ATX for the case.

   • As long as it accommodates ATX motherboards, you’ll be fine.

3. Hello We PC Team,
   I’ve done a modified version of your $1000 PC. I’ve PCPartpicker checked my components which are listed below:
   Asus Tuf 550 Plus MB
   WD SN550 1TB NVme SSD Installed in the M2 Slot
   Corsair Vengeance LPX 16 GB
   Ryzen 5 3600x,
   Corsair Carbide 100R Case
   EVGA SC Ultra Geforce GTX 1660 VC, Slot PCIE X16-1
   Thermatake Smart 600W PSU
   I’ve built 5 or six PCs in the past and never had an issue. I cannot get my bios to display on my asus monitor. I power up and the fans run for a sec and then stop, the cpu and video card fans run. I’ve connected an HDMI cable from the video card to the monitor.
   I’ve gone through the Asus troubleshooting steps for the motherboard by removing 1 mem stick , USB connections, keyboard, mouse.
   I’m baffled. I have not updated anything (BIOS).
   If you could offer any idea’s, I’m willing to pay for a consult.
   Thanks, Perry

   • hmmm, that sounds peculiar. There should be no BIOS update needed for B450 motherboards at this stage. I would recommend reseating the RAM – and making sure they’re into the correct RAM slots (you can check the motherboard manual for this information). You can try clearing the CMOS by removing the battery for 20-30 seconds then replacing it. Make sure all the PSU cables are correctly installed as well. Apart from this, you might be looking at a faulty motherboard. Keep me posted on how you get on!

4. Anyone who has built this pc can you you tell me if this build is good ? With everything gaming wise?

   • The benchmark results halfway down the page will give you a good idea of what this build is capable of.

5. Thanks for the build.
   I’m thinking of using a 32gb ram from the same brand and using the
   MSI Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 Super 8GB GDRR6 256-Bit HDMI/DP G-Sync Turing Architecture Overclocked Graphics Card (RTX 2060 Super VENTUS GP OC) instead.
   Also maybe two m. 2 drives for added storage. My goal is to connect 4 monitors.
   Thoughts?

6. Hey!
   I was looking at different parts from WePC’s builds, and I noticed that the Thermaltake Toughpower GF1recommended on the $1500 build Is about $25 cheaper than the EVGA 650 Bq suggested in this build. Any reason I shouldn’t use the Thermaltake PSU with the other parts from this 1000 build? Checking on PCPartPicker says they are compatible. Thanks!

   • Hey Kabel, not really buddy, you’ll be fine using either. As long as they’re compatible and provide you with the required power, you’re good to go my friend.

7. Hi, this is my first time building a gaming build. I chose the recommendations for CPU and MOBO in the upgrade path and tried to verify it on pcpartpicker. It shows some notes on compatibility issues among the case/MOBO and MOBO/PSU. Could you help me understand if this is a cause of concern or if there are better recommendations for an upgraded CPU & MOBO?
   https://pcpartpicker.com/list/HLVJJb

   • Yea, PCPartpicker likes to lean on the side of caution. I have put a build like that together and it worked absolutely fine. All the cables you need to make this build work will be included with the PSU. You have nothing to worry about!

8. Hi I’m a first time pc builder and I have some questions, what type of screws will I need And how many for the build? And how many USB ports are there in this build? And lastly what brand of thermal paste do you recommend?

   • Hi again also can minecraft java run on this build?

     • Should be fine, yes.

   • Hi Adam, all the screws youll need come with the PC case you choose. This particular build has 7 x USB ports at the rear, and 2/3 on the case at the front. I’d go for Arctic or Thermal Grizzly! Having said that, your CPU fan should come with a layer of thermal already applied.

9. Hi, will a Ryzen 3 3300x bottleneck an RTX 2080 Super? How about a Ryzen 5 3600, will that bottleneck it. Im just wondering whether I should get a low CPU and a High GPU or balance them both.

   • Yea the 2080 will definitely be bottlenecked by the 3300X. Same for the 3600. You really want to be getting a high-end CPU to match that GPU.

10. Hi, first-time builder here, so forgive me if I’m being stupid.

    I tried to make a build from this article (not the current version) and I can’t get it to work. When I turn it on, the fans spin and the lights come on, but I can’t get any picture or sound.

    The parts I’m using:
    Motherboard: Asus Prime X570-P
    CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600
    Memory: CORSAIR VENGEANCELPX16GB
    Storage: Samsung 860 QVO 1TB SSD
    PSU: Thermaltake SMART 600W
    Case: Phanteks Eclipse P400S
    GPU: haven’t installed it yet, but it’s going to be ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 2060

    Thank you in advance!

    • install the GPU first buddy :] and then connect your monitor to the PC!

      • Sorry about the delay in replying! I thought I had to replace the mobo, and shipping’s been terrible lately for obvious reasons. >_>

        But anyway, yeah, you were right! Once the GPU was in, it worked just fine.

        I figured I should have at least been able to hear beep codes without it, but for some reason I couldn’t. Since I’m a first-timer, I was worried I would screw something up, hence why I saved the most expensive part for last. Guess I was being a little overcautious.

        • Hi Dan, Glad to hear you got everything up and running in the end. It’s always a bit daunting your first PC build, especially when you’re spending a decent sum of money. Sounds like you did a great job though!

    • Nice pc!But if I were you I would get a B450 because for a build like that it’s not needed to get PCI gen 4.Just my opinion.

11. Hello!
    Will this build work with a… CORSAIR Crystal 460X RGB Compact Mid Tower Case? Or will this case be too small?
    Thanks!

    • The Crystal 460X should be fine buddy. None of the components in the $1k build are that big.

12. Can i use gtx 1660 super with this build

    • you certainly can.

13. Hi WePc – thanks for the great guides! I recently built the $1000 PC, and I am really happy with the results – it works great, no problems! However, I have now started looking down the upgrade path for my GPU. I’m wondering if adding a less powerful card to my Gigabyte 2060 RTX (like a 1060 GTX) will give it higher performance, like a nicer card, or if it will just have ‘more capacity’ to run games. Should I add a second card, or just buy a nicer one altogether? Any help you could offer would be great, and thanks for the great guides!

    • That’s great to hear Bill! Do you mean adding a second card in a SLI/Crossfire formation? In my personal experience, you’re going to be better off upgrading the GPU altogether. If you’re currently running the 2060, the next step up would be the 2070 or 2080.

14. Can i get away with a 700w on PSU? 750 is sold out most places that had it in that 109-119 range. Any info is appreciated, thanks!

    • Yea a 700W PSU would be absolutely fine in this PC build.

15. Does this have ray tracing

    • It does indeed joe.

16. Hey, can I use the 2070 Super with this build?

    • yes, a 2070Super would be an excellent addition to this build.

17. Does anyone know if this build would fit in the smaller H210 version of this case? Thanks

    • Unfortunately, the H210 is a Mini-ITX PC case. that means you would not be able to use it with the $1000 build.

18. Hi WePc,

    I was wondering what the probability of getting a virus is on your computer based on whether it is custom or pre- bought. Is it more likely to be hacked or get a virus if it is custom?

    Thanks,

    Bill

    • I am not wepc but I can answer your question. The short answer is no, you are not more likely to get a virus from a custom built pc. But, if the pre-built has anti-virus you would be more likely on the custom-built. If you build the custom-built I would get bit defender for free or Norton if you want to pay for anti-virus software. If you have common sense and don’t browse sketchy websites it is not likely to get a virus custom or pre-built. I hope that answers your question!

19. Bought most of these parts several months ago to play fortnite and steam games. put it all together updated all drivers, downloaded steam and get error: Unreal engine is exiting due to D3D device being lost. Search that and get all kinds of fixes, of which I’ve tried them all and still get same thing. Any ideas? I spent $1200 (went with Wifi MB and AMD 7 upgrades) and can’t do anything. Fortnite will load and when go to play it just errors out. Tried RTX 2060 on both PCIE ports. Have wiped machine and reloaded OS 4 times now.

    NVIDIA chat support told me that it was a Gigabyte issue.

    Would appreciate any help you all are aware of or any resources to try.

    • Hi Ian, so the PC works fine, it just crashed when you try to play games via Steam? Have you tried updating the motherboard BIOS? Also, have you got access to try a different GPU?

      • Hi Charlie,
        the PC works just fine for everything else. No steam games, no fortnite, the high end games load and get stuck on the title screen. Unfortunately I do not have access to another GPU. Sorry I didn’t check this sooner.

        • And yes I updated the BIOS on motherboard and all drivers for GPU.

          • Very strange. Games are graphically demanding, so there#s a strong chance that might be the problem. Alternatively, it could an issue with the RAM or SSD as well.

20. After building my pc when a turn it on all i get is a black screen this is what i have. ( CORSAIR VENGEANCELPX16GB (2x 8GB) DDR4 3600)
    (Samsung 860 QVO 1TB Solid State Drive ). (Fractal Design Define S2 Vision RGB) (CORSAIR RMX Series, RM750x, 750 Watt, 80+ Gold Certified) (MSI MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi ) (MSI Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 Super 8GB GDRR6 256-bit) and (AMD Ryzen 5 3600 6-Core) please help i dont know what to do

21. Hey, you didn’t mention the RTX 2060 or a CPU cooler. Please help me, I’m building a PC and I don’t want to do any mistake.

    • Hi Aaryan, thanks for the comment. We had to swap out the RTX 2060s due to temporary stock issues.

      The CPU comes with a free stock cooler, which will work perfectly well.

22. Missed out on Black Friday this year. The current build had a pretty comparable parts list that could be had for about $850. Should have acted.

    • Oh no, sorry to hear about that Kai!

23. When was the last time this was updated? I was hoping to start buying some parts to make a new computer as a graduation present for myself and I wanted to know if this includes recent releases. Also are there any opportunities to switch some of these parts for RGB alternatives that wouldn’t change performance much?

    • Hi Natasha, thanks for commenting. We update our builds regularly due to ever-changing prices and stock levels. This build includes one of the new 3rd generation AMD CPUs – the 3600 and the RTX 2060s is one of Nvidia’s new graphics cards. For RGB consider grabbing the AIO cooler in the upgrade path and you can always grab RGB RAM (just make sure its the same speed for the best performance).

      • Thank you!

24. Would you still recommend the 5700xt over the 2060 super? I saw you say that in a reply to some of these comments

    • Hi Sam, thanks for commenting. Yes, there was a moment where the 570 XT was so low in price it became a great option. The 2060S has shown to be slightly better in the benchmarks though and it gives you a foothold with ray-tracing. games.

25. So is it a good idea to buy the Corsair H100i cooling system with this build or have it installed already in the motherboard?

    • Hi Connor, The H100i is a decent cooler so if you would like to include that then you can. You will have to install this yourself but don’t worry it will come with instructions.

26. If I were to use the motherboard and CPU from this build, could I use parts from the cheaper builds like a different tower and different power supply or do I have to stick to them

    • Hi Zain, pretty much yes. The CPU and mobo need to be compatible but you are right, there is room for you to customise the build also. If you need a hand please jump onto our LiveChat or leave a ticket and someone at WePC will assist.

27. (This is my first build, so please forgive me if I’m a little all over haha)
    Would I be able to switch out the Corsair power supply for the EVGA 600 BQ? And even if I could, would you advise against it or would it work just as well?
    I’m huge on playing modern games, esp. with mods, but I’m not invested (or rich) enough to spend too much building/upgrading and whatnot, so I’d like stuff that can stand the test of time under fairly intense loads.
    Thank you so much!!

    • Hi Ray, thanks for the comment. That would be absolutely fine!

28. I know zero about gaming computers but been trying to inform myself due to my teenager wanting to get one, I think building your own is the way to go but have one question. I’ve noticed that the prebuilt ones have some version of Windows 10, if you build your own is that an additional cost for an operating system?

    • Hi Cooper, thanks for the comment. Yes, custom PC builders will include an operating system with your system and it is an additional cost for you when building. Despite this, you are still saving money and building a better computer when doing it yourself.

      • Excuse my ignorance. So if we were to purchase the items listed for the $1000 build it would have an operating system included? If so, which operating system?

        • No, this doesn’t include the OS. Consider waiting for Black Friday – there are a number of deals coming up on pre-built machines, and already today there are some impressive deals on MSI gaming laptops, which do include the OS

29. Hey,
    I was wondering why you chose the gaming plus mobo over the tomahawk for a more expensive build?

    Loving the site btw.

    • Hi AJ, thanks for the comment. The prices fluctuate regularly and the Gaming Plus Max was the cheaper of the two. The Tomahawk has a better heatsink on the VRM’s and features a USB-C port on the back. If the Tomahawk is now cheaper it’s well worth going for -https://www.amazon.com/dpB07WF6ZQST?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20 class="children">

    • Thank you for the response!

30. Would you recommend getting the 2060 super over the 2060? Its only 10 more dollars on amazon

    • Hi Ronnie, thanks for the comment. Yes that would be worth it but i would personally go for the well priced 5700XT. – https://www.amazon.com/dpB07W95D5V3?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20

      This card beats even the 2070 in benchmark results!

31. The motherboard via the link you gave doesn’t support the 3rd gen processor (duh), but the MAX version of the same one says it does. If I get the MAX version, could I skip the BIOS step?

    • Hi Dizzy, thanks for the comment. You are absolutely right, the MAX version will allow you to skip that step. We have included one into this build without affecting the price.

32. Hmm, is there anyway to get this build down to around $900? Or should I just upgrade the $800 to $900? $900 is the perfect amount for me, I wish you guys had a guide for that, because for $900 I can get $100 of the other peripherals ::
    Thanks

33. Hi Ted, really glad you like the build.

    Yes, ray-tracing will be interesting but there aren’t too many games that really utilise this technology. If you can afford the slight increase in price for a 5700 XT I would advise going for an aftermarket version.

    https://www.amazon.com/dpB07X7KNBMK?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20 – this is over $100 more but the results from this card are surprisingly good. Going back to your questions, the 5700, does get better-benchmarking results and with ray-tracing not really being completely worth it right now, I would say go for it.

    The motherboard might have been a stock issue as it should be the ‘max’ version. Take a look at (B450 TOMAHAWK MAX) – https://www.amazon.com/dpB07WF6ZQST?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20. This is slightly more than the gaming plus max – https://www.amazon.com/dpB07XHH4YG4?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20 but also slightly better and more reliable.

    Hope this helps, let me know how the build goes.

34. Thank you guys so much for doing this. I’ve looked at several “build your own mid-range gaming rigs” sites and this was the best, and by more than a little.

    Two quick questions about the build presented:

    1). Any opinion on swapping out the GeForce RTX 2060 for a Radeon 5700? Price is the same, and the trade-off as far as I can see is that the Radeon has slightly better benchmarks now, but the GeForce is a bit more future-proof with the ray-tracing.

    2). You recommend the 3600 mhz RAM, but the entry at Amazon for the MB you recommend notes that it cannot use 3600 mhz. Was this chosen because it still somehow synergizes with the CPU better, or perhaps the Amazon description is incorrect, or is there something else I’m missing, etc.?

35. what is the cooling system if i dont get liquid cooling

    • Hi Drew, thanks for the comment. The CPU will come with a stock fan, which will sufficiently cool your CPU.

      • Hi Shaun

        Would this PC work for racing car sim games o Iracing? Or will I need something more powerful?

        • Yea racing sims will work fine on this build.

36. I have been looking at existing desktops and laptops to use with XPlane 11. Been a while since I built a desktop. Will the build be sufficient to run XPlane 11? Below are suggested for the best experience:
    > CPU: Intel Core i5 6600K at 3.5 ghz or faster
    > Memory: 16-24 GB RAM or more (I would prefer 32 GB RAM – build above has 16 so which would be the recommended DIMMs for 32?)
    > Video Card: a DirectX 12-capable video card from NVIDIA, AMD or Intel with at least 4 GB VRAM (GeForce GTX 1070 or better or similar from AMD)

    Support Operating Systems:
    > OS X: OS X 10.10 or newer (e.g. Yosemite, El Capitan, or Sierra) – I think Windows 10 would take care of this.
    > Windows 10, 64-bit
    Thanks!

    • Hi Tim, thanks for the comment. The CPU in this build better than the one recommended and can be easily boosted from 3.6GHz(out of the box speed) to 4.2ghz.

      the RAM suggested in this build is fast to boost the performance of the new-gen Ryzen CPU, so double up on it as the suggested motherboard has 4 slots.

      The GPU is an RTX 2060 6GB and supports Direct X 12 and will handle this game without issues.

      The suggested OS is Windows 10 and would work well.

      Basically this build will be more than sufficient and if you do plan on increasing the RAM then you are laughing!

37. Can this computer run rust on atleast 60 FPS?

    • Hi again Caden, it certainly can!

38. it says that Some AMD B450 chipset motherboards may need a BIOS update prior to using Matisse CPUs. Upgrading the BIOS may require a different CPU that is supported by older BIOS revisions. Will this be an issue? and it says with your choice of video cards, they will block some drive bays.

    • Hi Caden, this mobo supports flashback allowing you to update the bios with the use of a flash drive. The 2060 doesn’t block drive bays . Do you mean PCI slots?

39. Was about to order the build via your link, but the case isn’t available. Can I get a link to either where I can buy it, or a link to an alternate? Thanks in advance!

    • Hi Dizzy, it is a very popular case at the moment so it does tend to go in and out of stock regularly. The P300 – https://www.amazon.com/dpB079Q8NS8B?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20 makes a decent replacement.

40. I am looking to build the $1000 PC and was wondering what your recommendation was for a replacement motherboard that supports wireless WiFi?

    • Hi Cordell, what is your budget? We recommend the X570 Gaming Edge as an upgrade above – https://www.amazon.com/dpB07T2FWCYG?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20. Let know what you think!

41. Hi I was wondering if I can add a HDD in this build and if so which one / should I also change the SSD then? (It’s my first time building a PC so I’m sorry if this is a stupid question!)

    • Hi Lini, I would go for this – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H2RR55Q?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20 – I have posted the 2TB version but the manufacturer has these in a variety of sizes from 1TB – 8TB.

      I would personally keep the SSD as it is common to have a ‘hybrid storage solution’ So you can install your operating system and programs on to the SSD, which will give you fast boot times and a better experience with gaming.

      You can then use your HDD to store all your other files and things like movies as they don’t need to be accessed as quickly. Of course, having both may push your build cost a little higher but it will be worth it.

42. Hi I got 3 questions.
    1.What is this problem everyone is having with the BIOS?
    2.What intel core is this?
    3.Im thinking of buying it and wonder does it need any add on’s or extra fans.
    Thank you, for reading this and please answer.

    • Hi Ted, thanks for the comment. Well, when you pair a new Ryzen 3000 CPU with an older motherboard ther is a BIOS update issue.

      For motherboards like the one in this build, there is a Flash BIOS button, allowing you to manually update your BIOS.

      It is AMD, not Intel but the CPU has 6 cores. The CPU will come with a cooler and the case comes with a pre-installed 120mm fanso you won’t need anything extra here.

      You are going to need to download the relevant BIOS version and save it on to a pen drive. Once your new PC is built simply stick the USB in and press the ‘flash BIOS’ button.

43. this build is the best? i am searching a build that is vr ready and be great for the future. if you have a better build under 1000, please reply

    • (october 3 build)

      • Hi Iuri, thanks for the comment. For under $1000, this is a very powerful build with a new-gen CPU and GPU combo. The build also features 3600MHz RAM to support the AMD CPU.

44. If i want to switch out the PSU how many watts should it have? Is 650w the minimum or could you go lower?

    • Hi Isak, the 650w PSU gives you a bit of headroom for any beefy upgrades in the future. If you wanted to swap it out for a 550W PSU then that would be absolutely fine.

45. The first link that claim to bring you to a 1000$ pc, bring you to a PC with a GTX graphic card, not a RTX and it’s listed at New from 3999$…

    • Sorry Vince, do you mind elaborating, please??

46. I’m building this pc, but the phalenks fans don’t connect to the b450 Gaming plus. The fans use 3 prongs and the motherboard has 4 for the fans….sigh

    • Ignore this, I’m an idiot

      • If i want to switch out the PSU how many watts should it have? Is 650w the minimum or could you go lower?

    • Did you manage to sort this ??

47. Do I need to plug it into anything before applying the flash drive?

    • Hi Mark, build the PC like normal and then flash at the end.

      • Hey, thanks. When I got the Ryzen 5 3600 it said that I was already 3rd gen compatible. I put everything together but I won’t get a signal from my screen

        • I mean the motherboard said it was compatible with 3rd gen already

        • I tried doing a flash BIOS update anyway, and it’s been slowly flashing for 20 minutes.
          This build isn’t working and idk what to do, this is my first build plz help

        • I tried doing the BIOS flash back thing, but it just bliks 3 times and nothing

          • Did you follow the guide to the letter??

48. I JUST BOUGHT THIS COMPUTER!!!
    Ive been scouting out all of the computers for a few days from the 600 dollar one to this one and I punched the ticket.

    The only thing is that I don’t really understand how the BIOS works, how do I get the update for the BIOS onto a hard drive. Please help, thank you very much.

    This website is so helpful, thank you.

    • Mark, great to hear you have built a new PC! For the BIOS update check out this page – https://www.wepc.com/tips/bios-update-for-new-ryzen-3000-chips-x470-b450/ – You will need to download the update to a USB stick and then follow the process for flashing.

      • Do I need to plug the motherboard into anything?

        • Again, can you give this some context? is the Motherboard plugged into the PSU? does the motherboard have power?

49. I’ve bought all the parts here and spent a whole day trying to assemble this but it’s not working. I’ve updated the bios (I think) with a flash drive and the bios flashback function but there’s no way to tell because I still have no video on my monitor when I hook the pc up to HDMI.

    I have no idea what to do from here.

    Can you guys upload a tutorial or at least an article on how to put this rig together. The phanteks case and the corsair power supply don’t even have manuals. This is a nightmare. Why did I buy a pc????

    • Hi Tom, if done correctly the BIOS LED should flash, then stop and boot the PC into your BIOS as you don’t have windows installed yet.

      You have most likely done this but check your monitor is connected to the GPU HDMI/ Display Port and not the motherboard.

      If everything is updated and built correctly to your knowledge then try testing the monitor with another device to see if it is faulty.

      The update file for your board should be named similar to (E7B87AMS.181) and to check if you did the bios correctly go to – https://www.wepc.com/tips/bios-update-for-new-ryzen-3000-chips-x470-b450/

      • Shaun. Thank you so much! That was exactly the problem! I hadn’t even noticed there was a hdmi slot on the graphics card as there was black plugs covering them and I was plugging the monitor into the motherboard hdmi slot. It took me a day but I finally have a working computer.

        Once again thank you!

        Is there any recommended bios/overclocking settings with this build that I should go and change or should i just leave the settings on their default mode. As you can tell I’m a total noob haha

        • No problem Tom, I would XMP to whatever speed your RAM can run to (in this case 3600MHz) as your CPU will benefit from this.

50. Can you list some good coolers to go with this build? Not liquid though.

    • Hi Noah, I would recommend Dark Rock/Noctua as a good option. Don’t get the PRO (Large version) because you will struggle for space in the case

      • You really don’t have to purchase a cooler, though. The stock will be just fine. I recommend Charlie’s suggestion if you need it extremely quiet though.

51. Hi again.
    So i noticed the motherboard only supports 3 fans (not counting the cpu fan).
    Is this enough to cool the case down when overclocking etc or should you maybe go for a case with a fan adapter so that you can use more than 2 fans?
    best regards

    • I meant it only supports 2 fans.

      • Hi Isak, thanks for the comment. In short, yes. The fans will normally be configured with one art the front sucking in air and one at the back to push it out of the system, creating nice airflow.

52. Will this build comfortably run any game at 1440p at high settings without wearing out the CPU? If not, what upgrade would allow this?

    • Hi Mark, thanks for the comment. This build will run most AAA games at 1440p on high settings. Most games are GPU intensive.

53. Hi 🙂

    Apart from all the parts listed is there anything else I need to build this PC? I’ve just ordered all 7 parts from your most recently updated component list but is there any special screwdrivers or anything I need? In the video linked in the article the guy mentions thermal paste, is that something I need to buy also? And also a grounding mat and a grounding wrist strap? These are necessary too?

    Also is there is a video tutorial on how to do this build instead of the generic one linked? It would be really helpful for a noob like me.

    Thank you 🙂

    • Hi Thomas, great to hear! You will need a screwdriver (nothing special). Thermal paste will be pre-applied on the cooler that comes with the CPU but it has a low viscosity (its runny), so, by all means, get some spare thermal paste, clean off what is on your cooler and re-apply. – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0087X728K?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20

      If you feel safer with an anti-static wrist strap then go ahead but it isn’t always necessary. If you occasionally touch the metal back of your case. you will discharge any static building up in you.

      https://www.wepc.com/how-to/build-a-gaming-pc/ – We don’t have any build videos out yet (coming soon), but the page should help you through the process.

54. Hey me again, I was wondering if you changed the ryzen 5 3600x to the ryzen 5 3600? Can I still go with either one with this build ?

    • Hi Noah, yes either CPU is fine so go with whatever you prefer.

      • What are some good air coolers you would suggest to go with this build, I don’t really know if I wanna go with liquid cooling due to something leaking possibly.

        • Maybe take a look at Dark Rock coolers or the Noctua NH-U12S. You won’t be able to get the PRO as that will be too big for the case.

55. Excuse my ignorance, but… Any other compatible mobos with your upgraded path featuring The ryzen 7? Your upgrade sujestions for the mobo seem to have terrible reviews. Would the gigabyte x570 aurorus elite or the Asus tuf x570 be compatible and would there be any issues substituting to those mobos with the upgraded cpu path?

    • Hi mate, thanks for the comment. From what I have seen the gaming edge board is no slouch and performs well for its price. Those boards you mentioned are great too but I would lean more towards the TUF.

      An alternative to the TUF would be the X570 Pro carbon – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T4M3RTR?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20

      Or the Asus ROG Crosshair VIII Hero – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SYW3RT2?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20

56. Hello, this will be the first PC I’ve built since my dad hot-rodded me one around 2002 (Candy Apple Red Auto paint and all). I am not a hardcore gamer, and I don’t intend to stream or use VR, mainly run games such as the new Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, Stellaris/Total War, and various FPS titles. Would you say that this build is overpowered for my casual use, even if I would want to play anything at relatively high settings? If so, which build and or modifications would you suggest? Also, I currently own an HP Pavilion 23bw monitor, would you say that this is adequate or will I need to upgrade to receive the benefits of a more powerful computer?
    Thank you.

    • Hi Cameron, thanks for the comment. A few years ago a $1K PC may have been overkill for your needs, but these days this is more of a mid-range build.

      While it may seem like it’s overkill for your casual gaming it will actually save you money in the long run by being a future proof set up for yourself.

      I would say the monitor upgrade is something that can wait as there will always be good deals for different budgets. In terms of monitors, what sort of money would you be looking at spending on one?

      • Looking through the suggested upgrades and Round-Up list, I would say that the currently $500 Acer Predator would in fact be as far as I’d be willing to go if my current HP would hold over until Black Friday. Less money would be ideal of course, but if I am to spend $1K on the build then I would want to take advantage of 1440p resolution. I am debating whether or not putting off the build entirely until Black Friday would be worth all that much or not.

        Also, which areas of compromise in this build would you prioritize getting something better with just a little extra cash, if any?

        • Hi Cameron, nice choice. I would personally hold off till November if I could and we are going to be listing black Friday deals on the website to make finding them a bit easier on the day.

          The components I would upgrade first are the CPU and GPU. This depends on what you would like to get out of your PC. If you would like your games to look even better then going for a 2070/ 2080 will certainly do that. If you want your machine to run a lot faster and perform tasks more efficiently then upgrading the CPU would be the way to go (the RAM is already really fast and will easily handle powerful Ryzen upgrades).

          • Hello, just one more question I think. If I upgrade the CPU to the Ryzen 7 3800X as suggested, what would be the best RTX 2070 GPU to pair with it. The 2080 from the $1500 build is far too much for my purposes. Or would you suggest a different GPU? I would say that $500 is my budget area.

            • Hi Cameron, the 2070 is a great card so you cant go wrong there.

              Both the 3700x and 3800X are solid CPUs but if you want to keep the costs down I would go for the 3700X and overclock it slightly. Which ever you pick will be great!

          • Or would a Ryzen 7 3700X be more appropriate?

57. I maybe want to buy those parts, is there a way to see how to build this one

    • Hi ed, if you go to -https://www.wepc.com/how-to/build-a-gaming-pc/ -this may help you with your build. Is this $1k PC the one you fancy building?

58. Actually, maybe the ryzen 7 3700x instead? But either way, both of the cpus are strong.

    • Hi John, we only feature this CPU appease the budget. You are right though both CPUs are strong.

59. Hi Oar, thanks for commenting. The PSU is a bargain due to being semi-modular and you will struggle to find a better deal. Corsair are very reliable and it is a solid PSU for a build like this. If you are planning on overclocking I would increase your wattage to support your future changes. up it to 750W – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N6PEBNL?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20

    In terms of SSD, I would stick with the m.2 but if I had to choose between your suggestions then I would side with the Samsung https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078DPCY3T?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20

    The 5700XT is a blower card and although runs hotter than an aftermarket card it shouldn’t cause the rest of your system any issues.

    All the screws will come with the case. Power cables will come with your PSU.

    What CPU are you planning to overclock?

    Ensure the motherboard and PSU are compatible with an ATX case.

    • CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
      GPU: AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT
      MBD: MSI B450 Tomahawk
      RAM: Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 3200 C16 2x8GB
      CASE: https://www.newegg.com/p/N82E16811353175?item=N82E16811353175&source=region&nm_mc=knc-googleadwords-pc&cm_mmc=knc-googleadwords-pc-_-pla-_-cases+%28computer+cases+-+atx+form%29-_-N82E16811353175&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIgtaUgMWw5AIVAT0MCh10cwuVEAQYASABEgInV_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
      *supports all MBD types

      Does the cpu come with a heatsink or cooler, will I need to get anything else other than the parts i listed in this post or the other one

      • The CPU comes with its own stock cooler. You can upgrade this if you want better cooling but the stock one works fine.
        If you want to connect wirelessly to the internet you will have to buy a wifi card.
        Apart from that you’re good to go!

      • Hey guys, you say i would need some extra cooling for the case since it only comes with one Fan, which Ones could you suggest? Guess i need small ones, but what is small, in numbers?

        • I would recommend getting 120mm fans for this case.

60. Here is a build modified from this, was wondering if all the cables/screws/parts/etc would still match up & if the dimensions would fit into the new case or if there is a way to check all of this since this is my first time building a pc.

    https://www.userbenchmark.com/PCBuilder/Custom/S94328-M837264.842599.423831.89269vsS94328-M837264.842599.667965.89269?tab=SSD

    PSU: Corsair CX Series 650 Watt 80 Plus Bronze Certified Modular Power Supply (CP-9020103-NA) —- this is the one listed above, though there seemed to be some problems with it not working after some time. Is there a similarly priced PSU with semi/full modular with better long-term quality?

    SSD: In the pc builder there is the Samsung 860 EVO 1TB, but from some research the Crucial mx500 could preform better, but stops working more frequently. The mx500 is also priced less, even though there is a sale on the EVO currently to bring it to $120 vs $100 mx500. Which would be the better buy with all things considered?

    PC Case: DIYPC VII-BK-ARGB Black USB3.0 Steel (only name listed though hard to find) https://www.newegg.com/p/N82E16811353175item=N82E16811353175&source=region&nm_mc=knc-googleadwords-pc&cm_mmc=knc-googleadwords-pc-_-pla-_-cases+%28computer+cases+-+atx+form%29-_-N82E16811353175&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIgtaUgMWw5AIVAT0MCh10cwuVEAQYASABEgInV_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

    Total (including case+shipping & psu):
    $1079

    Items on sale:
    Case – $70 to $50 on newegg
    SSD – $200 to $130 on amazon, $120 new on ebay
    PSU – $90 to $80 on amazon
    Ram – $80 to $70 on amazon

    https://outervision.com/b/uNzfRF — PSU Wattage calculator —
    Would this be around the wattage needed without overclocking? The calculator does not include any other cooling other than the 120mm fan that comes with the case.

    Will I need a better cooling system for the amd 5700 xt gpu or other parts that may overheat more? ~ in average US east coast temperature

    Should I attempt to overclock this build?

    Will there be any conflicting software?

    How can you tell if the case will fit everything?

61. Hi Shuan, the case I had in mind was the corsair carbide spec 06

    • Hi Aimen, that should be fine for this build.

62. What other cases can you use with this build?

    • Hi Aimen, have you got any cases in mind that you would prefer?

63. How well can this run star wars battlefront 2 and battlefield 5

    • Hi Xavier, thanks for the comment. The RTX 2060 is a decent GPU and will easily run these games, with it achieving 70fps on high settings in BF5.

64. The PSU you guys offer isn’t compatible with the upgrade path MSI MPG X570 GAMING EDGE WIFI ATX AM4 Motherboard. I was forced to change the cheap psu you guys offered for something little more higher in cost.

    • Hi Matthew, sorry to hear about your trouble. We have this motherboard in the office and haven’t had the same issue./ Is your issue to do with the CPU pin header?

65. Where do I plug the eclipse p350x case M/B D-RGB 3-pin on the X470 Aorus ultra gaming motherboard?

    Thank you for your help.

    • Hi Barry, thanks for the comment. If you are having trouble with the case RGB, I believe there is a button to control the lighting. With the use of the button, I don’t think you need the cable.

66. Is there any other cases you can choose from? I want something more stealthy. Any particular brands / models / sizes?
    Great guide

    • Hi Isak, by stealthy do you mean silent? or do you mean a case that has subtle design features? – the https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Q2Z11QE?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20 fractal R5 is both quiet when on and subtly designed.

      • Thanks for the reply! That case looks great! Might go for it.
        However i do want to look around a bit more. Is there anything in particular the components require from the case? Or does any mid tower work?
        Best regards

        • No problem Isak. Fractal does have some excellent cases in their range. With these components, you can pretty much go with any mid-tower case of your choosing but nothing smaller due to the ATX sized motherboard.

          • can i use gtx 1660 super with this build

67. Is the build updated? (aug 2019)

    • Hi Isak, thanks for the comment. This build has recently been updated to feature an in-stock case and better components.

68. Greetings,
    I like this build and I believe I am going to go for it, I currently have no pc and am building from scratch.

    You mention the BIOS update for the Gigabyte mobo, yet this motherboard does not contain BIOS flashback settings, and I currently have no other cpu to update it with. So how am I supposed to get this PC Running?

    I notice you recommended the X570 MSI gaming edge wifi mobo as an upgrade, but it is almost double the price.

    Could you recommend a different X470 mobo which contains BIOS flashback settings so I can actually update the BIOS, or maybe a different X570 model a little less expensive than the one you recommended, yet still compatible with the build. I notice you recommended the MSI X470 Pro Carbon… but still no flashback settings.

    Also, if I decide to buy an X570 mother board, do I have to also upgrade the SSD or PSU or could I use the same recommended items for the original 1000$ build. Could I still overclock without adding aftermarket cooling systems or fans?

    Thanks for the help!

    In one of the other

    • Greetings Sebastien!
      I’m glad to hear pal, it’s a great build for gaming!
      AMD is currently offering a loaner project where they will send you a compatible CPU so you can do the BIOS update. Did you have a read through the BIOS page we have?
      Yea X5570’s are quite pricey currently, I’m in the process of trying to fish out one that will be suitable for this build.
      I have just changed the X470 to a B450. The new motherboard has USB flashback so maybe have a look at that.
      If you do decide to go for the more expensive X570 then you wouldn’t have to upgrade any of the other components no. If you want to overclock the chip then I would recommend getting a slightly better aftermarket cooler yes. That will all depend on what budget you have to play with though!

      • Thanks for the Reply Charlie !
        I have gone through with the build, the end product looks stellar. However, I have slightly diverged from the original build. These are the parts for the final build.

        CPU : Ryzen 5 3600X
        Motherboard: Gigabyte X570 Gaming X (only 229$)
        GPU: ROG Strix GeForce RTX – 2060 Triple Fan
        RAM: Corsair Vengeance LPX PRO 16GB
        PSU : Gigabyte G750H Gold Plus (750W)
        SSD: Samsung QVO 860 1TB
        Case: Phanteks Eclipse P350X (Steel white and black)

        The Setup and building of the computer was a complete breeze. The New X570 motherboards come with an attached I/O Shield which makes installation seamless. And for spending a few more dollars on the motherboard, it came ready for Ryzen’s 3rd Gen Processor and i did not have to pay or hassle with the BIOS update.

        I am quite excited to give this build a shot…. as for price however. Even though I only changed a few pieces, the final price for the build actually ended up being 1992$, with all parts purchased from Computers Canada, in Gatineau, QC.

        This includes the fact that all parts are price matched to Amazon, and I even managed to get the Motherboard and CPU through a bundle discount = 518$ CAD together.

        This said, I ended up paying much more than the price mentioned in Canadian dollars, but except or being a little more expensive than portrayed, I still consider this a high end build with a crazy amount of potential, and would definitely recommend to all users, especially based on how easy it was to assemble.

        Extremely grateful that you guys shared this build with us , cheers !

        • Hi Sebastien,
          It sounds like a great build buddy. Why don’t you do some benchmarking and send the results our way? We’d love to see what your new build can achieve!
          And yeah, it’s crazy what a few upgrades can do to your build price!

69. Which SSD are you referring to Alex? The NVME or the SATA?

70. The RAM is not compatible with the motherboard in which the DRAM troubleshooting light appears. I suggest getting a different RAM than the one suggested.

    • Hi Alex,
      That’s interesting, we have never had any issues pairing Corsair RAM with X470’s. Have you any other RAM lying around to test on your MB? Have you tried just using one stick?
      Usually, it’s a faulty hardware issue.

      • I bought new ram and tested it, but still didn’t work. I suggest getting a different motherboard.

        • Let me have a look into this and check back once I understand more. What was the second RAM kit you bought?

71. Having a problem getting the motherboard to play well with literally everything else. I see a lot of complaints about the x470 elsewhere, so I’m wondering why you guys recommend it.

    • Hi Mick, When you say having problems, what problems are you referencing?
      We have a couple of X470 rigs in the office that make use of the new Ryzen 3rd chips (we have the entire series and are compiling some interesting benchmarking videos) and haven’t had any issues of yet. I will do some research today to see if other X470’s are experiencing issues we have yet to encounter.

72. Does that board support 3rd gen as well?

    • The motherboard does support 3rd Ryzen chips if you update the BIOS:
      https://www.wepc.com/tips/bios-update-for-new-ryzen-3000-chips-x470-b450/

73. Could I put a 2080 windforce in this build and if so would there be any major drawbacks?

    • You could certainly put a 2080 Windforce in this PC. You might experience some slight bottlenecking from the CPU but overall you will definitely see performance gains.

74. also i have heard that the rx 5700 and (xt) are a better option than the rtx 2060, if i would change that would i need a other motherboard?

    • Hi Justin. The benchmark results show at least a 30% performance boost, you’re right! this will be noted and amended soon.

      • Hello so is there a rx 5700 xt build coming soon? and also what case would work other than the phantex?

75. Hello im clompletey new to gaming pc, im letting it build by a trusted company in my country

    I can pick the components of the pc I choose, Except they don’t have the case brand in stock, what would be a good alternative case from a different brand?

    • Hi Justin, great question. Corsair offers a wide selection of cases for a variety of budgets.

76. Can I run two monitors with his build?

    • Hi Eddie, thanks for the comment. Yes, you can run a dual monitor setup on this build!

77. Three questions:
    1) Is this MOBO compatible with Ryzen 9 CPU if i want to upgrade later?
    2) Why does it have such low reviews on amazon. People complain about the board not working after 1-2 weeks.
    3) Can you recommend another MOBO other than this one?

    • Hi Jaon, thanks for the comment. Yes, this motherboard is compatible but it would require a BIOS update. We haven’t had any issues with this board to date but if you are concerned then check out our upgrade path for a more premium route. If you want to keep costs down then the Pro Carbon X470 is a good replacement. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BYY16V7?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20

78. The i7-9700K that you listed in the upgrade path is not compatible with the motherboard please update this before somebody buys the i7 with the x470!

    • Hi Emile,
      Thanks for pointing that out. The CPU and motherboard in the upgrade path were compatible, but I can appreciate how that could have been confusing for some.
      We have altered the upgrade path since your comment and feel the new components are most suited to this build.

79. Will everything work and be compatible if I use everything, except switch the 2060 for a GeForce RTX 2070 Super?

    • Hi Joel,
      Yeah everything will be fine my good friend.

80. Rx 5700 is much better than rtx 2060

    • It is indeed Mohsin, it is indeed. The only reason the RTX 2060 features in our build is to keep costs as close to $1000 as possible.

      • can i use the Rx5700 on this same MOBO?

        • Hi Jason, yes that will be fine.

81. You forgot to change the ram upgrade path btw

    • Hi Pat, thanks for spotting! We try and feature RAM with speeds of 3200MHz in our builds (especially ones with AMD chips) this has been amended.

82. On pcpartpicker, it says that some Intel B360 motherboards need a BIOS update to use coffee lake refresh CPUs, requiring an older CPU. Will this be a problem with this build? If so what would be a good alternative to this board?

    • Hi Colter, thanks for the comment. We have updated this build a few times recently with some much better components. Have a read through the new product recommendations and let me know if you have any more questions.

83. I did the build from June 26th, at least I believe that was the date. When I try to install Windows 10 my mouse disappears on the initial set up screen and I can’t continue. Any advice?

    • Can you use your keyboard to complete the Windows installation ?

84. Instead of using a Seagate BarraCuda Internal Hard Drive 2TB what SSD would be compatible with this build?

    • Hi Matthew, thanks for the comment. We have updated this build to feature a 1TB SSD and if you still feel you need an HDD to support it there is a recommendation ion the upgrade path.

85. I built this yesterday with these exact components and I gotta say that it’s been nothing but a headache. As of this writing, I’m 6h deep into figuring out why the GPU and Windows hate each other so much. Black screen on boot every.single.time!!!!

    • Hi Mike,
      How are you getting on with this? Is there anything we can do to help?

    • I’m having the same problem

    • Hi Mike, sorry to hear about your issue (Cody too). I know you probably tried this first but it is worth saying: Clear BIOS, make sure RAM is pushed in properly, and ensure your power cables are all properly connected. Let me know if this helps in anyway

86. Would using 3200Mhz Ram be worth using over 3000Mhz?

    • Hey Pat, thanks for the comment. As this features an AMD 3600X I have amended this to feature 3200MHz RAM, at barely any extra cost.

87. Hey, first I wanted to thank WePC for the articles, and Ben Johnson for the thorough work.

    I built my first PC based off this list! I opted to go with AMD for the CPU though, for better future proofing vs Intel. That was what ny research led me to believe.

    I share the list of parts with you:

    Part List
    CPU Ryzen 2600X
    COOLER Noctua NH-D15 SE-AM4
    GPU GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming OC Pro 6G Graphics Card
    RAM Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB 3000MHz
    SSD Samsung 860 EVO 250GB 2.5 Inch SATA III
    HDD Seagate BarraCuda Internal Hard Drive 2TB
    PSU Corsair CX Series 650 Watt 80 Plus Bronze Semi-Modular PSU
    MOBO
    ASUS ROG Strix B450-F Gaming
    CASE Fractal Focus G ATX

    Total price: $1100

    I also got some extra fans, headset and mouse with pad.

    PUBG: >90FPS 1080 ultra, usually 140FPS. Mentioned since it’s the most demanding I play.

    I plan to upgrade CPU in the future, to the new Ryzen… but so far, happy!

    Thanks again!

    • Hi Juan, nice build. No rush to upgrade but we feature the new Ryzen 3600X in this one and it’s awesome!

      • I see that! That is my intended upgrade down the line. That or even Ryzen 7 line.

        This is still a budget, after all. I went overkill on cooling due to my country´s climate. We have 35C room temp…

        Thanks!

        • Very toasty Juan, very toasty indeed.

88. Hey, I’m looking into this build because my old PC is starting to feel a bit run down. I’d like to start fresh, but I’m wondering if I could still use my Thermaltake TR2 series 600W power supply in this build to save a bit of money. Thanks.

    • You could use that yes. Is it modular?

89. New to building computers so this may be a dumb question. How does this build’s performance stack up to the Xbox one x? Apparently Xbox one x is build for 4K, but this build is advisable to only do 1480p?

    Thanks in advance,
    Steve

    • Hi Steve, thanks for the comment. This build destroys any console thanks to a very efficient and powerful CPU, which is paired with an RTX 2060 (great FPS). This system will manage between 30-60fps in 4k on almost every AAA game.

      • Hey, I was wondering if I can add in a Corsair h100i liquid cooler with this build?

        • Hi Noah, yes! This cooler will fit at the front of this particular case.

90. Hello,

    I am getting ready to build this pc, so I put all of these parts together on a Pcpartpicker list to check compatibility, and I received the warning message below. Is this something that I should be worried about? I know that you test these builds for compatibility, so this confused me. Will I need to purchase a different CPU for this build?

    Message:
    “Warning! Some Intel B360 chipset motherboards may need a BIOS update prior to using Coffee Lake Refresh CPUs. Upgrading the BIOS may require a different CPU that is supported by older BIOS revisions.”

    Thanks for any help!

    • Hi Nick,
      Did you go ahead with the build? A BIOS update is a fairly simple process that could be done remotely, without a CPU, if you have the right motherboard.

91. Hello,

    I am about to build the PC,I would like to use my old hard drives, Western Digital 500GB 7200 RPM 32MB from my old PC. My old gaming PC had Windows 7, would I need to update to Windows 10 before I build the new PC?

    • You wouldn’t necessarily have to, but we would certainly advise to :]

92. I dont know it feels to me that they are working with amazon and they change the parts to their liking with the same text saying its the best part for this build. i was going to order but i am very sceptical right now about the whole thing.

    • Hi Pavel. We check the builds each day for both price and stock changes, to ensure our recommendations are available to purchase instantly.

      The changes in product recommendations are based on a list of backup options, usually from the same brand or from an equally reliable brand that we have hands on experience with. For example, the RAM is often changed from Patriot Viper 4 to Viper Elite, very similar RAM with slightly different speeds and prices.

      Ultimately, our aim is to provide you, our reader with a great gaming PC at or around the budget you are looking at, and we can safely say that is assured.

      • Thanks for the answer man, I didnt mean anything bad it was just my personal feeling. Regardless of my opinion its still a very decent guide that gives me idea what can i build in what budget. Keep up

93. I’m gonna be ordering this build just want some confirmation that all these parts are compatible with one another, please and thank you?

    • Hi Daniel.

      Yes, all of these components are compatible with one another. Good luck!

94. Is it possible to remove the hard drive and just have the ssd card.Or any other suggestions on making the price a bit cheaper?

    • How much are you looking to shave off the price?

      and yes, you can just run the SSD but you are handcuffing yourself slightly

95. Hey, really want to order this build, looks awesome, am just confused about one thing, why when I click order this build does it not include everything only 6 of the items required for this build??? Please answer asap

    • Apologies Daniel, it appears some of our recommendations were out of stock. We’ve now updated the builds, please try again.

96. Hello, I just bought this build but I am now on the hunt for a good monitor. I wanted to ask why you guys recommend a 1080p monitor instead of a 1440p one even though this build can support most applications at 1440?

    • Hi JacobP,
      1080p, in esports is considered the optimal gaming resolution. However, we have since added a 1440p monitor for people wanting something a little better.
      Did you manage to have a look at ourr best monitors page?
      https://www.wepc.com/reviews/best-gaming-monitors/

97. I’m getting like lil over 500 $ when I click buy this builds its that correct or am i missing stuff

    • Hi Jeremy333,
      Usually, this means one, or more, of the components, are out of stock.

98. Why does this build have a Core i5-8400 instead of a Ryzen 5 2600?

    Ryzen 5 2600 offers similar performance at a cheaper price.

    • Hi Michael,
      Since your comment, all the builds have been updated to incorporate the latest hardware options.

99. Why isn’t Ryzen 5 2600 recommended when it’s cheaper than Core i5-8400 and perform similarly?

    • Hey Mike, thanks for your comment. We did change this a while back but then the wonderful new chips came out! check out our new build.

100. This is priced at $1055 on Amazon? I just did some research and found a slightly better build in my opinion for $1040 w/o tax.

     RTX 2060
     I5-9600k
     16gb 3000mhz
     FireCuda 1TB SSHD
     H370 AORUS Gaming 3
     Cooler Master LC120E
     Cooler Master TD500 Mid Tower

     I’m not sure if that’s completely out of the park in terms of price, but its hella overkill for 1080p and very good in 1440p.

     • Hi Joshua,
       The builds have all been updated to incorporate the latest hardware offerings.
       Let us know what you think!

101. Uhm are these parts cheaper in store cause these parts seem to add up to over 1000$ on the price check

     • Hi Danny,
       The build has been updated since your comment, however, the prices are subject to time of year and deals which are running at that time.

102. would you say that a Pre-Built PC is still the best way to go to get your money’s worth on an Amazing Gaming PC on a budget or are there sites you could recommend to buy a prebuilt one for a budget say below 1,500?

     • Making your own Pc is the cheapest way to get a gaming PC, for sure.
       We have an entire section on the website which goes through some of our most recommended pre-built gaming PCs. It’s under Pre-builts in the menu.

103. I got the Phanteks case and upgraded the motherboard to the z370. Now comes the fun part..the masterliquid lite cooler does not fit on the ceiling, cause the motherboard ram is in the way. It is physically not possible. I checked but I have the same components mentioned here. What went wrong??

     • Hi Robin,
       Which motherboard and CPU did you end up purchasing?
       Can you return the cooler for something a little smaller?

104. If i have a 1080p monitor should I stick 1080p graphics or do or the resolution is based on the monitor it self? How fps can I get on fortnite on 1080p. at epic settings? And is 240 hz useful if you are under 144 fps? Cause iam trying to choose from 240 and 144 hz.

     • Check reply above Gladmon

105. can the monitor affect the pc performance, not just for this build in general?

     • Like say if i have a 1080p monitor right, and go on the game at 4k graphics will it just be a waste of time and should I go back to 1080p or 1440p? All iam trying to say should just go with 1080p graphics if iam going to use a 1080p monitor?

       • If you try to use 4k with a 1080p monitor will downscale the image meaning it won’t be true 4k. A monitor can also affect your gaming experience if your monitors refresh rate isn’t as high as your FPS, this is called screan tearing and is quite noticeable.

106. Hello, i’m just curious if any of the parts come with thermal paste or will I need to purchase it separately

     • The CPU and cooler come with stock thermal paste already applied, if you want to purchase your own TP, I would recommend grizzly grease thermal paste.
       https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011F7W3LU?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20

107. It’s 2019.

     • Tis indeed han, tis indeed

108. The cables i have to buy elsewhere?

     • All cables come with the components.

109. Okay, this is going to be the most unproductive comment ever. But I’m new to computers. but I simply just don’t understand some of your choices. For example it seems that a ryzen 5 2600x seems like a better CPU. or maybe the core i5-8500 processor. could you explain your choice. And from what ive seen in the small amount of research ive done, it isn’t suggested to do water cooling systems in low budget systems. yes it seems cool but you trade aesthetic for functionality and risk buying an inferior product.

     • Hi Joseph,
       Since your comment, all the builds have been updated to incorporate the latest hardware offerings. Have a look and let us know what you think.

110. Hey so yeah this is my first build a well and similar to the question with the cooler fan I only see two sections it can replace either the fan left of the motherboard or the two fans on the front end of the Roswell where does it go?

     • Hey Michael, thanks for the comment. We have given this build a massive facelift, check out the new components and get back to us with any questions.

111. Beautiful build! I’m looking forward to this being my first PC build, but I have some questions. How do you get a Windows License? Do you know of any cheap flash drives that can store the massive 5gb download for windows? Finally, will this build work inside of a NZXT H440 case? Thank you!

     • Hey Zach, thanks for commenting. The build would work find in an H440. You can purchase a USB copy of Windows on Amazon – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075RM5BHV?tag=wepc-best-gaming-pc-under-1000-20

112. If I get all of this build but get the suggested cpu and motherboard upgrades rather than the normal ones, will I be able to overclock without cooling issues?

     Thanks in advance

     • Hi Human, thanks for the comment. While some stock coolers are very effective it is always advisable to upgrade to an aftermarket cooler.

113. This is my first build. It appears that the cooler requires two cpu fan header connectors, one for the pump and one for the fans, But the Gigabyte motherboard specs only show one cpu fan header. Am I missing something?

     • Hi Steve, thanks for the comment. How did your first build go? Sorry, no one got back to you in regards to your cooler issue, did you manage to fix it?

114. Can this pc run rocket league at 144 fps 1080p maxed?

     • Hi Samson, thanks for popping in. Yes this will handle Rocket League with ease when maxed out.

115. If I wanted to get a free sync monitor, could I use the AMD Vega 64 instead of the 1070? It’s on sale on newegg.com right now for $399, same as the 1070. The 64 is the equivalent to the 1080 though isn’t it? Is there a reason why they are the same price?

     • Hi Drew, thanks for the comments. Vega64 is probably closer to the 1080, its a really good card. Sorry no one got back to you, did you go with the vega in the end?

116. if I wanted to upgrade the ram to 16 GB instead what ram would you recomend

     • Our go to RAM is Corsair Vengeance LPX however, it really depends on the budget.

117. If I upgrade to 16 go ram, 2 monitors and 2tb hard drive should I have to upgrade the power supply?

     • No you dont. The 550W power supply is enough.
       GPU will use less then 200W
       CPU will use less then 150W
       and lets trow another 150W in the system for fans etc

       Makes max 450W-500W under full load.

     • No you will not need to, the monitors take power from the mains and the RAM and HD will not take a significant amount of power from the PSU.

118. Looking at building a new PC…it’s been 10 years now since i have bothered upgrading my current pre-built pc.
     I game mostly on MMO’s w/ a bit of FPS and the occasional AAA studio single player game. As i do not plan on doing any streaming is this $1000 build going to run that much faster than the $800 build you have listed?
     Thanks

     • Hi Andy,
       What games do you play specifically and what FPS are you trying to achieve?

119. Is this the best choise to do, I mean is it better to build this pc than buying any other prebuilt gaming pc?

     • if you want to get the most out of your money, you are definitely better building your own.

120. Is this the best choise to do, I mean is it better to build this pc than buying any other gaming pc?

     • We work hard to ensure our build recommendations are accurate and monitor price changes and new releases in the PC tech industry. Our recommendations are fantastic for the price and ultimately are the best available but of course people can swap and change brands or downgrade their GPU for a better CPU or vice versa, it is all about a balance though and ensuring our builds are the best for gamers.

121. Could you update the pre-built comparable options to the new options, please?

     • Yes, all done 🙂

122. Is this in Usd or Aud and are all the parts able to ship to Australia

     • USD, you would have to check with AMAZON.

123. How about upgrading the GPU sto 1070 time?

     • It’s all up to date and will be continued to be updated every week.

124. On new popular games such as fortnite and pubg will this build get 100+FPS?

     • Hey there, Nick! How’s it going? Fortnite at 1080p on Epic settings will give you 80-105FPS while PUBG at 1080p on Ultra settings will stay around 60-80FPS. Adjusting the graphics by setting AA, Texture and View Distance to high and leaving the rest to very low/low will give you a decent graphics output with an easy 100++ FPS.

125. I want to use this build but I was wondering, if I get the i7 instead of the i5, will all the other parts be compatible?

     • Hi, Austin! How’s it going? Yes, the i7-8700K will be compatible. But you’ll definitely want a more powerful cooler for that, especially if you wish to overclock it (which, I’m sure you will) 🙂

126. The guide links to a mother board that is incompatible with the CPU you spec. It’s not even the MB you call out. Please fix this. I used this guide to build out my new machine and now have an incompatible MB/ CPU. 🙁

     • Apologies this was a mistake on our side, our build has been updated and just to let you know we have a team who are working on ensuring our builds are up to date every week. We are also currently filming a variety of build videos and helpful guides for our readers.

127. Hey folks- Currently this guide is not linking to the Gigabyte MB you have listed and instead is pointing to a MSI MB that is incompatible with the CPU you use. Please update before anyone else is trying to return parts. 🙁

     • All the links are now updated. We are sorry for the inconvenience it has caused.

128. What one trying to learn is I want to stream on my pc and play games on my PS4 cuz the dlc come 30 days early can I hook up my PS4 threw this pc and stream

     • Hi Kody! How are you? Yes, it’s possible to connect your PS4 to this $1000 build and stream using your PS4. Just make sure you download and install the PS4 Remote Play app. 🙂

129. Hey it says it is updated as of FEb 2018 but links are bad and three items including the motherboard are not even available on Amazon it says when I tried to purchase. Could you guys give this page a nice refresher?

     • Hi John. We have an in-house team working on the builds every week, ensuring things are kept up to date whilst we build and test various systems in our office.

130. Hey i love the build but is everything you need included? Is there a system speaker? audio jacks. If there is stuff missing can you list them? I want to make sure everything is fine for the build because i’m probably gonna consider it.

     • Everything needed for this build is included in the part list.

131. Hey thanks for replying! Is it possible to get a different tower case than the rosewill? and if yes can you tell me what kind?

     • Is amazon the only website to order this build on I live in Canada and the shipping plus handling makes it almost 2000 ?

       • No you can order the parts from newegg

     • Which motherboard do I need? You got different msi motherboards

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