ok this is a planning build thread.
location: usa.
skill level: i have replaced everything short of motherboard and cpu and heatsink.
i am more than capable with a screwdriver.
i have decided on the main parts to a extent but would like to save a little.
parts selected so far.
motherboard: aorus pro wifi b450
note: any b450 or better with wifi built in would be acceptable.
cpu choices.
1: ryzen 1600 af
2: ryzen 3400g (would allow for upgrades and easy diagnostics)
note: intel cpus are to expensive to be considered in this price range.
videocard: my current 1050ti superclocked 4gb ddr5.
hard drives and ssd: my current 3tb & 6 tb hard drives and my 500gb sata ssd.
power supply: any reputable 500watt psu or higher.
case: Cooler Master N400
case is not overly important i wont be filling it with rainbow puke lighting.
note: would like to have a bluray/dvd drive so i can emulate ps2 and other disc based console games.
primary concern is budget trying to stay under $500.
all advice on my choice is welcome.
at this point waiting on income tax return.
i have looked at prebuilts wich run 200-300usd more than my config for lesser parts.
i wish folks would get the concept that at 600usd a gen 2 i5/i3 isnt a good deal.
also i saw some sites selling a new pc with a 90 day warranty, what is up with that bs.