Creating a gaming PC on a $300 budget requires careful selection of components to ensure you get the best performance for your money.

Here’s a detailed build guide focusing on value and performance:

Components List:

  • CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 5600G – $105
    • This is an APU (Accelerated Processing Unit) with integrated graphics, which eliminates the need for a separate graphics card. It provides decent gaming performance for a budget build.
  • Motherboard: ASRock B450M-HDV R4.0 – $55
    • A micro-ATX motherboard that supports the Ryzen 5 5600G and offers a good balance of features for its price.
  • Memory (RAM): Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200MHz – $45
    • 16GB of RAM is optimal for gaming and multitasking. 3200MHz ensures good performance with the Ryzen APU.
  • Storage: Kingston A2000 500GB NVMe M.2 SSD – $30
    • A fast NVMe SSD ensures quick boot times and game load times, with 500GB providing sufficient storage for games and applications.
  • Power Supply (PSU): EVGA 500 W1, 80+ WHITE 500W – $35
    • A reliable power supply with enough wattage to support the components.
  • Case: Thermaltake Versa H15 – $40
    • A compact micro-ATX case with decent airflow and enough space for the selected components.

Total Cost: $310

This build slightly exceeds the $300 budget, but it provides a good balance of performance and upgradability. Prices can vary, and deals or discounts might bring the total closer to $300.

Tips for Future Upgrades:

  • Graphics Card: Adding a dedicated graphics card in the future can significantly boost gaming performance.
  • Storage: Additional storage can be added easily via SATA SSDs or HDDs.
  • Cooling: Consider additional case fans or a better CPU cooler for improved thermal performance.

This budget build is a great starting point for PC gaming, offering a solid foundation with room for future upgrades.

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