Yes! That's more like it. Finally an attainable price

@bakaata

8 ай бұрын

nigga its still 700$ 😭😭

@Castigar48

8 ай бұрын

​@bakaata you want something less? Go get a console.

@slimal1

8 ай бұрын

No need to be mean@@Castigar48 @bakaata does have a point that PC gaming can be expensive...yes $700 is expensive for some folks. But I get where you're coming from @Castigar48 as its customary for some of us in the PC Master Race to be elitist, and even fewer of us will have nasty attitudes for no good reason.

@definitelynotchadfish

8 ай бұрын

@@bakaatayeah 700 is still actually very solid. And while I personally wouldn’t got his route because upgrades are limited down the road with not being on AM5+ it still provides pretty solid upgrade paths with very minimal effort. Can get a 5800x3d down the road. And upgrade the graphics card to whatever you please like a bang for buck option such as a 6700 or 6800XT or a 4070 or 4080 or wait for the 5000 series NVIDIA cards. On top of that adding more or faster storage and realistically you’re not going to need more than 32 GB of RAM unless you’re doing heavy video editing.

@noel1987o7

8 ай бұрын

@@bakaata we still got AM4-5700G.. Just to get a foot in.. Or wait for next year for AM5-8700G.. That APU will destroy the mid range GPU's..

I think you made the right choice with the power supply cables. Easier to tuck away, and they fit in nicely with the black aesthetic.

I definitely followed your how to build a computer guide that you made when I built my first computer in 2019. Thank you for your service, sir. You guys rock, keep it up.

Long time subscriber, for some reason your videos haven't come across my feed for a very long time. I am so glad to see good, clean, and attainable budget builds again! This video was extremely satisfying! Thank you!

@paulshardware

8 ай бұрын

Yeah I wish KZread wouldn't do that, thanks for checking out the video though!

This is quite a nice little build! It's amazing how much you can get for so little money. I'll be on the lookout for a testing video

Great video, Paul. Nice to see the 6650 XT still getting some love. Not sure how I feel about that PSU arrangement, with respect to how it fits in the case; I'm accustomed to having quick access to the on/off switch.

love love love budget builds. havent seen a video like this since late 2019 and its refreshing.

This is almost exactly what I was thinking of building later this month! Thanks for this build video. Also convinced me to get this case!

More cases need to come out with a mesh side panel option. Most cases these days seem to only come with tempered glass or acrylic. Even solid side panels are becoming rare to find.

I’m a huge fan of the mesh RGB look. I have the same case in white and it’s beautiful.

I actually think the RGB looks good through the mesh. Looking forward to the benchmarks of each graphics card pre and post RGB.

@stpirate89

8 ай бұрын

I change it from rainbow to something else, but it being the only RGB does look pretty cool.

Perfect timing. Planning a micro ATX build for my daughter for Christmas. Thanks for helping me with the thought process!

@lucasrem

8 ай бұрын

rgracon, Why she needs a PC I do suggest normal ATX, why too small ?

@srobeck77

8 ай бұрын

I advice not to go Micro. It will take alot more time to find tiny parts, you might pay more in some cases, you always will have less cooling, you may be sacrificing performance, and last its just damn frustrating trying to shoe horn in all those parts only to find that 1 or 2 wont fit no matter which angle you try to shoe horn it in.

@rgracon

8 ай бұрын

@@srobeck77 thanks for the suggestion. I have experience with mini itx, and plan to use fairly low power parts, so space and cooling are definitely considerations, but I'm not too scared of them. Sadly, the largest factor in the decision was the sparkly, pink, unicorn puke case. I know that's not the right focal point for a build, but that's what she wants, so we're going with it. Wish me luck!!

@ulmwurttemberg1682

4 ай бұрын

@@srobeck77that's borderline misinformation. Many websites help with part selection so there isn't a greater time expenditure though there is less selection. Paying more? Probably, but that also depends on what parts you choose. Less cooling? Sure, but that doesn't mean insufficient cooling. Sacrificing performance? No. Just no. Frustrating? When you don't plan. And, ok, a bit even when you do. I'm running a DAN A4 H2O.

@ulmwurttemberg1682

4 ай бұрын

@@rgracon My daughter chose a pink Lian Li case. She loves it though. She has a cat figurine inside and sparkly stickers on it.

These build videos are great! Thank you Paul for this content! 😃

Very nice video. I think the build looks very nice. The RGB seen through the mesh looks great too.

This was nice to see. Just finished my first build last weekend with the same mobo and case (white version with tempered glass). Had to install white psu extension cables to match the case color.

Nice build! There is a lot of fun to be had with that system.

Lovely little build man! I like the aesthetic of the RGB memory and GPU just cutting a bit through the mesh grill side. Seeing you make a late AM4 build is somewhat haunting.. I'm thinking that I many need to upgrade in the next year or two in some way, shape or form, and seem to be suffering a bit of push and pull between late AM4 and crossing the bridge to AM5.. mainly down to cost.

Good stuff, Paul. Pretty nice little rig!

Beauty build really. Nice to see the ARC getting some love

Always good and comforting to know that in a world just wrecked with chaos, a $700 gaming rig build from Paul is still possible.

So glad this is possible again. Very capable build

I always like a small clean build. Those black stock cables always look good

Love it. I'm gonna build this for a cheap work pc. Thanks! I needed an excuse to try an intel arc. This video is good enough.

This is a very clean little build. Just the right amount of RGB I think. Well done good sir!

I can't wait to see how the Arc A750 preforms. I have a A380 but I only use it for AV1 encoding which it excels at!

@lucasrem

8 ай бұрын

DizConnected Is it the Chroma subsampling, why you do AV1 over others ?

I too am a fan of subtle rgb lighting. My case itself, ram, and gpu(small logo) all light up. Adds a nice look without being way too much in my opinion haha :)

Your videos are perfect. Keep up the good work!

Always love the build videos, what ever the budget. 😊😊😊😊 Thanks for another great video Paul. :-)

Thanks for the video. You Rock. :)

I love full mesh cases. I hope we see more mesh options in the market

I like how you were talking last year as being one of the last am4 builds, and we are still going.

That's a nice looking case for the money. IMO. ... and a fantastic video as always. Can't wait for the livestream, hope to catch it live.

Nice video Paul!

I also built with this case. It’s amazing and I’m running a 5600 / RX6800 combo cooled by an air cooler plus 5 case fans :) 2 120mm slims at the bottom, 2 140mm at the top and one at the rear. Temps and noise are insanely low;) love this case

Awesomesauce video Paul and Joe! It is really cool how much you can build an AM4 system these days. My credo has always been to build with the newest technology at the lowest end. As it should do what you need it to do. That way you always have an upgrade path for about 3 to 4 years. Depending on the Budget. Joe's Caffeinator out..

Great case choice! I love compact cases with ATX PSU support!

Awesome and affordable, im tired of 3k builds, thanks Paul.

Nice hardware Paul!

I agree about the RGB/Mesh. Nice look. Subtle but can still see it really well.

Allegedly we're getting some more 3D V-cache options for AM4, so a future benchmark video with this build would be pretty cool.

Nice build! Appreciate the subtle and tasteful use of RGB. No more unicorn vomiting PCs.

Nice build for sure at such a great price. Liked that case as well

so I might not be getting all of this stuff. but this guy is amazing. he gave all the links to all items. all prices. names and alternate ones too

Nice little build 👍

I have this case in white and it's a really nice, quality case. I managed to fit one 120mm fan in front, underneath the power supply. Also I have two bottom 120mm fans as intake an two top ones as exhaust (top panel also comes off) . There is space for two 140mm fans in top and bottom. Also, the left and right side panels are the same size and interchangeable, so if one opts for a glass panel model like I have, it is possible to switch right and left side with mesh panel as you like. Really nice mAtx case.

Ah, a nice sensible build! Glad you're back at it in the garage!

I really dig the way the lighting breaks through the mesh....now whenever I upgrade eventually, now I won't specially be looking for full glass cases, unless I go with a full custom loop....eh.... IDK, I can tell you I absolutely hate cleaning my PC nowadays, it's been months 😬

I love my AP201. I bought it because with the power supply in the front, it meets airline carry-on dimensions.

Amazing build!!!!

Nice! :D Mini ATX is all you need for the average gaming PC!

Well, this'll be a very interesting benchmark, looking forward to it! =D And man, this case it beautiful, so much mesh and airflow with it! =O I just find the PSU mount to be a little weird, and having no Bluray drive mount is sad, but just part of this being 2023, I guess... =/

Great content 👍👍

I shrunk my main gaming rig into one of these cases, didn't want to pay for ITX. Now I have two of these I loved it so much.

I wish more cases had mesh panels, it makes so much sense!

I was excited to see some Micro ATX love! Then I slowly realized this is almost my build! Upgraded parts in 2019 to be ready for Cyberpunk 2077. Upgraded parts since. Now I also have the 5600X, got it in 2020 at MSRP! AIO & in a Mini iTX tho B450 & just got a 7800XT and a new case that would fit that card, the Asus AP201 white with TG. Fun build!

Get some flush cutters for cutting your zip ties. It not only looks better on camera, but is way easier than using scissors and leaves a much cleaner cut. Great video btw

¡Muy buen español! ¡Sigue así, Paul!

Would this be a good first PC build? I’m not sure where to start

I have that same motherboard 2+ years now. Solid just need a $25 wifi 6 replacement and youre golden (it uses m.2 style)

Nice build, I'd really like to try and build this.

I like the simplicity of this.

I like the understated, laid back look.

Que buen español paul, soy fan tuyo desde newegg, nunca dejas de sorprender

thanks Paul

I’d say keep the black cables. Helps with cable management and it’s a mesh case anyways so you can’t see inside super easily with the side panel

Wow. Almost identical to my build. Same case, gpu, motherboard and the only difference is the processor. I opted for Ryzen 5700x instead of ryzen 5. Bought intel arc a750 on sale for about 200$ including shipping. I have no problem and played almost everything with its latest driver.

I just got a 7800 xt for 430€, amazing build. Funny to hear you say "porque no los dos" Greatings from a Spanish viewer!

i think the look is fantastic

Love the build. MATX needs more love. Best balance between size and features.

Neat that's almost my system, I snagged the 6650xt for $183 from Amazon, got the ATX version of the Mobo, 16 gb of 3600 Mt/s RAM, a 550w PSU, all in my old and reliable Antec 300 case.

Very nice, the RAM RGB looks good behind the mesh. I'm using the A750 with a Ryzen 5600 in my main rig with similar 32GB Corsair RGB PRO, so I'm intrested on how it fares againt the 6650XT, it would be neat if you overclocked the crap out of it too, my setup runs at: 4,65GHz CPU, 2,74GHz GPU and RAM is manually tuned from 3200C16-20-20-38 to 3800C18-22-22-40 with 1.9GHz F-clock. All on a gangsta old Asus B350M-A.

yes just in time for holiday season!

Love this case ASUS AP201. Fits a 360 aio for a 14900k, and a RTX 4090 in the bottom, just have to use a SFF PSU to fit all that.

Can't either of these cards power 4 displays? I have a friend wanting a new PC for office work but needs 4 monitors

Yes. An affordable build. Love this video.

excellent!

Wow that's a very nice small case

Budget builds are back and finally prices are better not lower just better.

What all could you run on this ? Any high spec games or software packages etc??

I like it. I have this card NIB. Not sure what kind of build I should do for it.

Glad I’m not the only one who chose an Arc card. Love it so far.

I like that case but not a fan of the power supply placement in the front. Just feels weird.

Anyone know how a game like ark ascendant would run on this, and how well it would work for playing pc games on the quest 3

Hey Paul, I have an amateur question for you. I was gifted a Corsair iCUE 5000X RGB case. I am following your $700 build guide on this video but I have a different case. Will all the parts still fit in the case that was given to me? Thx a ton.

Out of curiosity, why would they mount the PSU on the front?

I have this case and it is amazing.👍

The b550m-wifi board is a solid, budget board. Never had issues with them

Now I want a mesh side panel

Is there a 140mm radiator for the front?

Is that motherboard VRM enough for 5800X3D? The cooling also seems really basic.

Hmmm, I like that case. How quiet is the PC when using that case?

Yep for RAM RGB that's the best way to go, I hear syncing it can be troublesome, imo save a few quid and go non-rgb for ram unless it's the only rgb you got, then it's pure class👌

Was this case made for Asus by Jonsbo? It is very similar to their D41 /D31 cases (minus the screen). I have the D41 with the glass side panel and agree that the cable management is tricky. Just curious if this was a rebrand. Either way, Great video!

Should I buy this desktop or a laptop ? Laptop prices are pretty great and they got a monitor keyboard mouse included so I can spend a little more on them and the latest gen cpu and ram instead of last gen

I want to see UV lights come back. Full mesh with some UV would be sick

Anyone know of a different case or requirements for a case that can also work with this build?

will a Corsair iCUE H150i RGB Elite Liquid CPU Cooler fit in that case??

The subdued lighting is somewhat reminiscent of old radios with their vacuum tube glow. I think that's the next design trick, simulated vacuum tube glow behind a grill. Maybe even use tubes for an audio section, sell it to hipsters.

G'day Paul & Joe, Totally agree with M-ATX when you are trying to build at the lowest price for a gaming only PC because at most you will only need PCIe X16 + maybe PCIe X1 if you need WiFi & the mobo doesn't come with one like the one you chose. I really don't understand spending extra for PCIe that will not be used & extra on a case to house those extra PCIe when you can use that money for either a better GPU or increased storage for games.

What's the deal with those blue PSU connectors? I don't remember those connectors having any sort of color coding. Is that some new standard, or just a silverstone thing?