It’s no secret that gaming PCs can be expensive. If you want to enjoy the latest and greatest games at high settings, you’re going to need to invest in some serious hardware. However, what if you’re on a budget? Is it still possible to build a gaming PC that won’t break the bank? The answer is yes and in this article from Tech Fussion, we’ll show you how.
The Components You’ll Need
When it comes to building a gaming PC, there are several key components that you’ll need to take into account. The most important of these is the graphics card. This is what will allow you to run games at high settings and enjoy smooth gameplay. Other important components include the CPU, motherboard, RAM, and storage drive.
Choosing the Right Components
Choosing the right components for your gaming PC is essential if you want to stay within your budget. For the best results, we recommend opting for an AMD Ryzen 3 CPU paired with an Nvidia GTX 1650 graphics card. For the motherboard, we recommend choosing something from the ASUS ROG Strix series. As for RAM, 8GB should be more than enough for most games. Lastly, for storage, a 1TB hard drive should give you plenty of space for all your games and other files.
Putting It All Together
Now that you’ve chosen all the right components, it’s time to put your gaming PC together. If you’ve never built a computer before, don’t worry—it’s not as difficult as it sounds. Just follow our step-by-step guide below and you’ll have your very own gaming PC up and running in no time.
1) Start by unboxing all of your components and laying them out in an easy-to-reach area.
2) Next, insert the CPU into the motherboard. Make sure that it’s properly seated in the socket and then apply thermal paste to help cool it during gameplay.
3) Once the CPU is in place, it’s time to install the RAM modules into their slots on the motherboard. Again, make sure that they’re properly seated before moving on.
4) Now it’s time to install the graphics card into its slot on the motherboard. Once it’s securely in place, connect any power cables that may be required.
5) With the graphics card installed, you can now attach your storage drive(s) to the appropriate slots on the motherboard. Once they’re connected, you can move on to installing your power supply unit (PSU).
6) To install the PSU, simply screw it into place at the top or bottom of your case (depending on its orientation). With that done, all that’s left is to connect all of your cables—including any USB or audio cables and then close up your case. That’s it! You’ve now successfully built a gaming PC for under $500!
7) Once everything is plugged in and turned on, you should see a message prompting you to enter BIOS setup (this will vary depending on your motherboard). From here, you can configure various settings related to the boot order and system stability. Make any changes that you deem necessary and then save and exit BIOS setup when you’re done.’;
8) The final step is to install your operating system of choice (we recommend Windows 10). Insert your OS installation disc or USB drive into your computer and then follow along with the prompts onscreen until setup is complete.
9) And there you have it! You’ve now successfully built a gaming PC for under $500! Enjoy.
