Seeing the falling prices of graphics cards, I'm finally getting tempted into buying a gaming PC. At first I wanted an SFF PC and even made a thread about it. While I didn't get too many responses, I read a bit and watched a few videos and eventually I figured it wasn't worth the extra price to me. I would also find it difficult to maintain due to the cramped nature and I don't want to have to run to a service center just to upgrade my RAM when I want to. So I decided to stick to a normal mid-tower build.
Here are my requirements:
What is your budget?
~65k
What is your existing hardware configuration?
Monitor - LG 27" 4k
Nothing else that I can use with this
Which hardware component are you looking to buy?
Cabinet, CPU, Motherboard, RAM, SSD/HDD, Graphics card
Is this going to be your final configuration?
As of now, yes. I might add more RAM/storage later if needed.
Where will you buy this hardware? (Online/City/TE Dealer)?
Mumbai (Lamington), online, TE classifieds
Would you consider buying a second hand hardware from the TE market?
Yes
What is your intended use for this PC/hardware?
Gaming
Do you have any brand preference or dislike?
None.
If you will be playing games then which type of games will you be playing?
Racing, action adventure games like Tomb Raider
What is your preferred monitor resolution for gaming and normal usage?
Gaming - 2560x1440
Desktop - 3840x2160
Are you looking to overclock?
No
Which operating system do you intend to use with this configuration?
Windows 10/11
I visited Lamington last week, and based on the prices, this is the build I'm considering:
For graphics card, I'm considering either RTX 3060 (~35,000) or RX6600 (~30,000). These will fit within my budget. So here are my questions:
Here are my requirements:
What is your budget?
~65k
What is your existing hardware configuration?
Monitor - LG 27" 4k
Nothing else that I can use with this
Which hardware component are you looking to buy?
Cabinet, CPU, Motherboard, RAM, SSD/HDD, Graphics card
Is this going to be your final configuration?
As of now, yes. I might add more RAM/storage later if needed.
Where will you buy this hardware? (Online/City/TE Dealer)?
Mumbai (Lamington), online, TE classifieds
Would you consider buying a second hand hardware from the TE market?
Yes
What is your intended use for this PC/hardware?
Gaming
Do you have any brand preference or dislike?
None.
If you will be playing games then which type of games will you be playing?
Racing, action adventure games like Tomb Raider
What is your preferred monitor resolution for gaming and normal usage?
Gaming - 2560x1440
Desktop - 3840x2160
Are you looking to overclock?
No
Which operating system do you intend to use with this configuration?
Windows 10/11
I visited Lamington last week, and based on the prices, this is the build I'm considering:
Ryzen 5 5600 | 17,000 |
Motherboard B450 based (need suggestions) | 5,000 |
RAM 16 GB single stick (need suggestions) | 5,000 |
SSD WD Blue SN570 500 GB | 4,000 |
Modular 80+ Gold PSU (Need suggestions) | 4,000 |
Cabinet (Need suggestions) | 3,000 |
TOTAL | 38,000 |
For graphics card, I'm considering either RTX 3060 (~35,000) or RX6600 (~30,000). These will fit within my budget. So here are my questions:
- Please suggest specific models for the parts I have mentioned as needing suggestions
- Is RTX 3060 worth paying extra 5000 for or should I stick to RX6600? Alternatively, I could get an RX6600XT for about 3k more than 3060. Would that be a better option?
- Which brand's graphics card should I buy? I hear Zotac gives the longest warranty of 5 years. Should I go for Zotac?