For this project I had to build a computer virtually. I chose the website PCPartPicker.com. My goal was to find all the supplies that are good quality, however, in a moderate price range.
My PC Build
All the components are listed below.
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2GHz (5.0 GHz) 8 Core AM5 Desktop Processor Boxed (memoryc.com)
It is an incredible gaming processor. It has the benefits of next-gen AMD 3D V-Cache technology for low latency and even more game performance, for an affordable price. One of the key features is 8 core/16 threads.
Price: $419.00
Motherboard:
The motherboard has lots of amazing features. Ultra durable and it comes with a five-year warranty. DDR5 Compatible: 4DIMMs with AMD EXPO and Intel XMP Memory Module Support.
Price: $177.69
Memory:
VENGEANCE® 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 DRAM 6000MT/s CL30 Memory Kit — Black (corsair.com)
Optimized for Intel motherboards, delivers high frequency and great capacities. Memory size is 16 GB, speed is 4800 MHz, memory compatibility is Intel 6000 Series, Intel 7000 Series.
Price: $131.99
Video Card:
MSI Ventus GeForce RTX 3060 Video Card RTX 3060 Ventus 2X 12G OC - Newegg.com
Memory size is 12 GB, and it is number one in the best seller ranking. It has a double fan cooler, which creates a high static pressure and great performance. Supports a multi-GPU setups.
Price: $259.98
Case:
Corsair 4000D Airflow Black Steel Mid Tower Computer Case - Newegg.com
The black steel computer case possesses two included fans with excellent cooling capability.
Price: $89.97
Power Supply:
It is a very quiet power supply. Maximum power is 750 W, maximum PSU length is 151mm, great energy efficiency.
Price: $99.99
Storage:
Crucial P3 Plus 1TB PCIe 4.0 3D NAND NVMe M.2 SSD, up to 5000MB/s - CT1000P3PSSD8 - Newegg.com
Capacity 1 TB, maximum sequential read is up to 5000 MBps, maximum sequential write is up to 5000 MBps as well.
Price: $59.99
CPU Cooler: https://pcpartpicker.com/product/hYxRsY/thermalright-peerless-assassin-120-se-6617-cfm-cpu-cooler-pa120-se-d3#
Thermalright is a Taiwan brand. The CPU cooler includes: case fan, thermal silicone pad, thermal silicone grease, CPU fan controller, as well as support mounting brackets and other materials. The voltage is 12 and the wattage is 265. Size is: 6”1L, 5.31” W, 4.92”H
Price: $34.90
Operating System:
Microsoft Windows 11 Home 64-bit, DVD - Newegg.com
Windows 11 Home requirements include:1 GHz or faster, 64 GB or larger storage device.
Price: $109.99
Monitor:
https://pcpartpicker.com/product/DqQKHx/koorui-24e3-240-1920-x-1080-165-hz-monitor-24e3#
The monitor is 23.8 inches and offers high quality color, no distortion, wide angles, and long lifespan. The colors are more realistic which means you can get the same quality from every angle.
Price: $107.90
Keyboard:
The keyboard is an affordable, very modern keyboard with RGB lighting. It comes with a two-year warranty and a 5.9 feet cable.
Price: $39.99
Mouse:
The Basilik V3 Wired Optical Gaming Mouse with RGB lighting comes with maximum sensitivity of 26000 dots per inch, three thumb buttons and eleven total buttons.
Price: $44.99
Total Cost: $1576.38
Lesson learned
The lesson I learned was there are so many supplies and so many choices I was not even expecting. I was a little bit surprised how expensive it can be to build a computer. The project was a little bit challenging, but it was also fun. I do not really shop online but it was interesting to realize online shopping is fun, specially building a computer together virtually.