starter pc

8 parts · $1103.76 estimated · Created Aug 7, 2026

Parts list

ASRock B850M-X R2.0RAM ≤8200ASRock$99.99Amazon ↗Newegg ↗
Fractal Design Core 1100 (Black)fits GPU ≤350mm · cooler ≤148mmFractal Design$49.99Amazon ↗Newegg ↗
ADATA Legend 710512GB · PCIe 3.0 NVMeADATA$84.99↓ AmazonAmazon ↗Newegg ↗
be quiet! Pure Rock Slim 2 (Silver)Air tower · 135mm tallbe quiet!$34.90Amazon ↗Newegg ↗
Montech APX650W · ATXMontech$45.90Amazon ↗Newegg ↗
G.SKILL Flare X5 (Black)DDR5-6000 · CL30 · 2×8GB (16GB)G.SKILL$264.00↓ AmazonAmazon ↗Newegg ↗
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Xc Hybrid Gaming (Rgb)11GB VRAMEVGA$284.99Amazon ↗
AMD Ryzen 7 8700F8C/16T · 5 GHz boostAMD$239.00↓ AmazonAmazon ↗Newegg ↗

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FBuild Score 59/100Build needs major changes for 1080p gaming. Start here: psu tier or cooling headroom is the weak link — easy fix with a tier-a psu and a beefier cooler.

Choose a use case to see how this build scores for it:

1080p gaming: Build needs major changes for 1080p gaming. Start here: psu tier or cooling headroom is the weak link — easy fix with a tier-a psu and a beefier cooler.

How to improve · 1 pt to D

CPU/GPU balancecosting ~14 pts

GPU-limited — measured at the 1080p reference, a stronger GPU would unlock about +95% with this CPU (median 84 fps today). CPU: high-end, GPU: entry-level.

Expected performancecosting ~14 pts

GPU tier 1/2, 11/6GB VRAM target · based on spec heuristic

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Expected FPSfollows the Build Score scenario

Expected FPS · 1080p

For Ryzen 7 8700F + RTX 2080 Ti, default settings. Estimates only — your actual framerate may be higher or lower.

Cyberpunk 2077
1920×1080 · High
97 avg
72 1% low
Black Myth: Wukong
1920×1080 · High · RT Off
45 avg
34 1% low
Hogwarts Legacy
1920×1080 · High
84 avg
52 1% low
Alan Wake 2
1920×1080 · High · RT Off
41 avg
31 1% low
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
1920×1080 · Ultra
101 avg
71 1% low
Counter-Strike 2
1920×1080 · High
340 avg
232 1% low

Estimates via HowManyFPS · cached up to 24 hours.

Why these are estimates?

These numbers are model-predicted averages, not measured benchmarks of your specific system. Treat them as ballpark guidance, not a promise. Real framerate depends on:

Your full system (RAM speed, storage, drivers, OS, background load)
In-game scene complexity, multiplayer player count, mods
Driver updates and game patches after this estimate was made
Display, thermals, and how your case manages airflow

If you want a measured number for your specific build, the only reliable answer is to benchmark it yourself once you own the parts.

Balance

GPU-bound (50%)

GPU-limited at 1080p gaming — measured against real FPS data, a stronger GPU would unlock about +95% with this CPU (median 84 fps → ~128 fps across 5 demanding AAA games).

Compatibility

1 warning

GPU length unknown

Power

PSU Good · 406W draw / 650W

Physical fit

GPU + cooler clear the case

Spec-sheet guidance — verify before buying.