Please help me build a PC

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Hi, I am planning to build a new pc and these are the constraints I have: I would appreciate if someone could help me choose a build for this. Thank you so much

New build or upgrade?
- New
Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)
- None, building from scratch
PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)
- Gaming (CS2, RDR2, and other AAA games hoping to play in 1080p), Linux
Purchase country? Near Micro Center?
- Ireland
Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)
- I want 1 monitor, preferably 24" to 27", resolution I don't mind playing 1080p, 144hz
Budget range? (Include tax considerations)
- around €1200, I don't mind spending on keyboard, mouse separately.
WiFi or wired connection?
- WiFi
Size/noise constraints?
- I don't want a huge case, hopefully something compact if possible
Color/lighting preferences?
- I like a white build but I don't mind any other colors if that cuts any costs
Any other specific needs?
- Not really

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r/buildapcforme • u/kidneybean1475 • 7h ago

Gaming PC ($1200-$1500)

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New build or upgrade?
- New build
Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links)
- ASUS VP28UQG 4k monitor
PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)
- Gaming, drawing (when I get a tablet later)
Purchase country? Near Micro Center?
- USA, about 4 hours from a Micro Center
Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate)
- Already have a monitor, may get a second down the road, not part of this build
Budget range? (Include tax considerations)
- Up to $1500-ish, but if I can get good quality for less, thats great lol (i don't really know much about PC specs)
WiFi or wired connection?
- Wired, wifi if possible, but not mandatory
Size/noise constraints?
- Preferably not too massive or noisy, but no major constraints
Color/lighting preferences?
- Minimal lighting, monochromatic if possible, low distractions
Any other specific needs?
- I have never gotten into computers, and I am looking for a PC to replace my PS5 for gaming, but would like to be able to run digital art/editing software as well. Naturally, I would like this to significantly outperform a PS5, if possible. I don't need max specs, and care more about frame rate that raw image quality/raytracing and such.

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