For this project, I virtually assembled a PC using Newegg.com to select all the essential components for a standard computer that is moderately powerful with an all-purpose system.
Model: AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT - Ryzen 5 5000 Series 6-Core 3.6 GHz Socket AM4 65W AMD Radeon Graphics Processor - 100-100001488BOX
URL: https://www.newegg.com/amd-ryzen-5-5600gt-ryzen-5-5000-series-cezanne-zen-3-socket-am4/p/N82E16819113816?Item=N82E16819113816
Price: $129.98
Details: 6 cores, 12 threads, 3.6 GHz base, Operating Frequency: 3.6 GHz, Max Turbo Frequency: 4.6 GHz, AMD Radeon Graphics.
Model: MSI PRO B550M PRO-VDH WIFI AM4 AMD B550 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 Micro ATX AMD Motherboard
URL: https://www.newegg.com/msi-b550m-pro-vdh-wifi-micro-atx-amd-motherboard-amd-b550-am4/p/N82E16813144331
Price: 109.99
Details:
Supports AM4 socket 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors, and future AMD Ryzen processors with BIOS update.
Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
Maximum Memory Supported: 128GB
Dual channel.
Model: CORSAIR Vengeance LPX (AMD Ryzen Ready) 32GB (2 x 16GB) 288-Pin DDR4 4000 (PC4 32000) AMD Optimized Desktop Memory Model CMK32GX4M2Z4000C18
URL: https://www.newegg.com/corsair-32gb-ddr4-4000/p/N82E16820236579
Price: $ 89.99
Details:
Capacity: 32GB (2 x 16GB)
Type: 288-Pin PC RAM
Speed: DDR4 4000 (PC4 32000)
CAS Latency: 18
Timing: 18-22-22-42
Voltage: 1.35V
BIOS/Performance Profile: Intel XMP 2.0
Color: Black
Heat Spreader: Anodized Aluminum
Not needed for an all purpose PC as AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT has built-in Radeon graphics.
Model: NZXT H510 - Compact ATX Mid-Tower PC Gaming Case - Front I/O USB Type-C Port - Tempered Glass Side Panel - Cable Management System - Water-Cooling Ready - Steel Construction - Black, CA-H510B-B1
URL: https://www.newegg.com/matte-black-nzxt-h-series-h510-atx-mid-tower/p/N82E16811146315
Price: $ 69.99
Details:
Type: ATX Mid Tower
Color: Matte Black
Case Material: SGCC Steel / Tempered Glass
With Power Supply: No
Power Supply Mounted: Bottom
Motherboard Compatibility: ATX / Micro ATX / Mini ITX
Side Panel Window: Yes
Dust Filters: Bottom / Front
Model: EVGA 750 B5, 80 Plus BRONZE 750W, Fully Modular, EVGA ECO Mode, 5 Year Warranty, Compact 150mm Size, Power Supply - 220-B5-0750-V1
URL: https://www.newegg.com/evga-750-b5-220-b5-0750-v1-750w/p/N82E16817438165
Price: $ 200.85
Details:
Type: ATX12V / EPS12V
Maximum Power: 750 W
Fans: 1 x 135mm Fluid Dynamic Bearing Fan
PFC: Active
Main Connector: 20+4Pin
+12V Rails: Single
Model: Western Digital WD_Blue SN580 M.2 2280 1TB PCI-Express 4.0 x4 TLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) WDS100T3B0E
URL: https://www.newegg.com/western-digital-1tb-wd-blue-sn580-nvme-1-4/p/N82E16820250254
Price: $ 62.96
Details:
Form Factor: M.2 2280
Capacity: 1TB
Memory Components: TLC
Interface: PCI-Express 4.0 x4
Protocol: NVMe 1.4
CPU Cooler
Stock AMD Wraith Cooler (Included)
Model: Windows 11 Home (USB)
URL: https://www.newegg.com/microsoft-windows-11-home-usb/p/N82E16832351748
Price: 138.99
Monitor: ASUS VA24DQ 24" (23.8" Viewable) Monitor, 1080P Full HD, 75Hz, IPS, Adaptive-Sync/FreeSync, Eye Care, HDMI DisplayPort VGA, Frameless, VESA Wall Mountable
URL: https://www.newegg.com/asus-va24dq-23-8-full-hd/p/N82E16824281072
Price: $ 124.15
Keyboard: Logitech K120 USB Wired Standard Keyboard
URL: https://www.newegg.com/logitech-k120-usb-wired-keyboard/p/0GA-0001-01039
Price: $ 28.90
Mouse: Logitech G203 Wired Gaming Mouse, 8,000 DPI, Rainbow Optical Effect LIGHTSYNC RGB, 6 Programmable Buttons, On-Board Memory, Screen Mapping, PC/Mac Computer and Laptop Compatible – White
URL: https://www.newegg.com/logitech-910-005791-g203-lightsync-usb-wired/p/N82E16826197391
Price: $ 38.98
$ 994.78
I learned how different PC parts work together and what to consider when picking components. It was interesting for me to see how prices and features can change what a PC can do. I also realized that making sure everything is compatible is really important. Even though this is just a virtual build, it gave me a better idea of what goes into putting a computer together. Finally, this assignment made the computers less mysterious to me! Now I know all the components they contain.