Steam Machine 2TB Alternative Starter

7 parts · $1178.86 estimated · Created Jun 23, 2026

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FBuild Score 49/100Build needs major changes for 1440p gaming. Start here: 39 fps median across 5 demanding games at 1440p · 20% above 60 fps, 0% above 100 · via howmanyfps.

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1440p gaming: Build needs major changes for 1440p gaming. Start here: 39 fps median across 5 demanding games at 1440p · 20% above 60 fps, 0% above 100 · via howmanyfps.

How to improve · 11 pts to D

Expected performancecosting ~16 pts

39 fps median across 5 demanding games at 1440p · 20% above 60 fps, 0% above 100 · via HowManyFPS

CPU/GPU balancecosting ~14 pts

GPU-limited — measured at the 1080p reference, a stronger GPU would unlock about +79% with this CPU (median 49 fps today). CPU: entry-level, GPU: mid-range.

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Expected FPSfollows the Build Score scenario

Balance

GPU-bound (50%)

GPU-limited at 1440p gaming — measured against real FPS data, a stronger GPU would unlock about +130% with this CPU (median 39 fps → ~76 fps across 5 demanding AAA games). Based on our most recent measurements.

Compatibility

All checks pass

Power

PSU Excellent · 366W draw / 650W

Physical fit

GPU + cooler clear the case

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