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• CPU (Processor): AMD Ryzen 5 7600
  The Ryzen 7600 is our CPU pick for entry-level and mid-range builds due to it's 6 cores, 12 threads and strong clock speeds. It runs fairly cool, and has a rated TDP of just 65W.

• CPU Cooler: Deepcool AG400
  The Deepcool AG400 is more than ample to keep the Ryzen 5 chip in this build within a good temperature range. The included fan is also RGB.

• Motherboard: Gigabyte B650 Gaming X AX
  Gigabyte's B650 Gaming X AX is a well equipped motherboard on the mid-range AMD B650 chipset.
  
• RAM: Corsair Vengeance RGB DDR5
  32GB or 64GB of RAM at a snappy 6000MHz speed gives this build fast and ample memory for gaming.

• SSD: Crucial P3 Plus
  The P3 Plus is a drive that punches above it's weight, and is available in a range of capacities depending on your needs.

• GPU: AMD Radeon RX 7600 or RX 7700 XT
  Both of the available GPUs for this build are well equipped for 1080p gaming, with extra gaming horsepower and more video memory spurring the 7700XT on for those looking to game at 1440p too.

• Case: Fractal Design Focus 2 RGB
  Fractal's Design Focus 2 comes equipped with a good number of fans, strong airflow and a fairly compact form factor.

• PSU: Corsair RM650
  For a build like this, a 650W unit is perfect when it comes to power. The RM650 from Corsair is one of the best reviewed around.

Test data

Our entry-level 1080p gaming PC build is intended to be a great pick for those looking to game in the latest AAA titles and popular esports games at the most popular gaming resolution around. This build looks great inside of Fractal Design’s Focus 2 PC case, and is fairly compact when compared to some of our other systems. 

The chassis optimises airflow with front ventilation, and houses two large 140mm fans front and centre to aid with both airflow and visuals. You will also find a standard 120mm fan installed at the rear, to further help contain temperatures. For cooling, we have opted to install a Deepcool AG40, a sleek tower air cooler

 

Inside of the build, the system is assembled on to the Gigabyte B650 Gaming X AX motherboard, a mid-range motherboard from popular manufacturer Gigabyte. Onboard WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity help you stay connected, while high speed USB ports ensure fast transfer speeds.

For graphics, you have a choice of either the AMD Radeon RX 7600 or AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT. Both of these cards provide strong performance at 1080p, with the higher-end RX 7700 XT providing some room to game at 1440p, too.

Power and memory are provided by components from Corsair, while storage comes in from Crucial with 1TB, 2TB and 4TB derivatives available.

Performance & Gaming Benchmarks

We throughly test every gaming PC build on our YouTube channel, and as such are able to easily provide indicative performance metrics for all of the GeekaPC builds on this site.

Hogwarts Legacy @ 1440p: 78FPS Avg.

Settings: Effects High, Material High, Fog High,Sky High, Foliage High, Post Process High, Shadows High, Textures High, View Distance High, Population High

Apex Legends @ 1440p: 78FPS Avg.

Settings: Effects High, Material High, Fog High,Sky High, Foliage High, Post Process High, Shadows High, Textures High, View Distance High, Population High

Fortnite @ 1440p: 78FPS Avg.

Settings: Effects High, Material High, Fog High,Sky High, Foliage High, Post Process High, Shadows High, Textures High, View Distance High, Population High

COD Warzone 3 @ 1440p: 78FPS Avg.

Settings: Effects High, Material High, Fog High,Sky High, Foliage High, Post Process High, Shadows High, Textures High, View Distance High, Population High

F1 2023 @ 1440p: 78FPS Avg.

Settings: Effects High, Material High, Fog High,Sky High, Foliage High, Post Process High, Shadows High, Textures High, View Distance High, Population High

Please note: The performance figures above should act as a guideline, and are achieved using the exact settings listed. Adjusting these settings may reduce your frame rate, as may the number of background applications open when gaming.

Q: How do I control the RGB in this system?
A: You can easily control the RGB for this system within Corsair iCUE - one of the major advantages of this build haivng been specified around Corsair components. GPU lighting can be controlled within Gigabyte RGB Fusion.

Q: Does this system, with lots of fans, make it loud?
A: No, in fact, it's the opposite! Having extra fans in this build allows each fan to run at a lower RPM while achieving the same cooling result.

Q: Is this gaming PC good for 1440p gaming?
A: This build is a great pick for 1440p gaming in our testing. That doesn't mean this system isn't also compatible for 1080p and 4K gaming too - you will find great entry-level 4K results with this build.

Q: How large is this gaming PC? 
A: This build is one our smaller gaming PCs, with dimensions of 123cm x 123cm x 12cm (H x W x D)