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8 parts · $2819.85 estimated · Created Jun 25, 2026

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CBuild Score 71/100A capable 1440p gaming build. Biggest lever: GPU is the limiter at 1440p gaming — the CPU has ~24% unused headroom a stronger GPU would unlock.

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1440p gaming: A capable 1440p gaming build. Biggest lever: GPU is the limiter at 1440p gaming — the CPU has ~24% unused headroom a stronger GPU would unlock.

How to improve · 9 pts to B

Valuecosting ~11 pts

Biggest non-performance spend: memory (+$340 over a solid baseline) — shifting that toward the GPU buys more frames.

CPU/GPU balancecosting ~10 pts

CPU-limited — measured at the 1080p reference, a faster CPU would unlock about +36% from the GPU you've chosen (median 104 fps today). CPU: mid-range, GPU: high-end.

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Expected FPSfollows the Build Score scenario

Balance

GPU-bound (24%)

GPU-limited at 1440p gaming — measured against real FPS data, a stronger GPU would unlock about +46% with this CPU (median 73 fps → ~111 fps across 5 demanding AAA games). Based on our most recent measurements.

Compatibility

All checks pass

Power

PSU Excellent · 530W draw / 1000W

Physical fit

GPU + cooler clear the case

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