college pc

9 parts · $1023.85 estimated · Created Aug 7, 2026

Parts list

Intel Core i3-14100F4C/8T · 4.7 GHz boostIntel$104.97↓ AmazonAmazon ↗Newegg ↗
Thermaltake Versa H21 (Black)fits GPU ≤315mm · cooler ≤155mmThermaltake$49.99↓ AmazonAmazon ↗Newegg ↗
Bgears b-Vigor700W (Black)700W · ATXBgears$36.94Amazon ↗Newegg ↗
Team T-Force Delta RGB (White)DDR5-6400 · CL30 · 2×32GB (64GB)Team Group—
ASUS Dual Radeon RX 5700 XT EVO OC8GB VRAM · 283mm longASUS$203.99Amazon ↗
Antec Skeleton 240 ARGB (Black)AIO liquid · 240mm radiatorAntec$47.99Amazon ↗Newegg ↗
ASRock B760M PRO RS WiFiRAM ≤7200ASRock$139.99Amazon ↗Newegg ↗
Patriot Memory P400 Lite 2TB (Lite)2TB · PCIe 4.0 NVMePatriot Memory$279.99Amazon ↗Newegg ↗
msi PRO MP273U, , , , Adaptive-Synch, , , , Black27" · 3840×2160 · 60Hz · IPSMSI$159.99↓ AmazonAmazon ↗Newegg ↗

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FBuild Score 45/100Build needs major changes for 4K gaming. Start here: 10 fps median across 5 demanding games at 4k · 0% above 60 fps, 0% above 100 · via howmanyfps.

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4K gaming: Build needs major changes for 4K gaming. Start here: 10 fps median across 5 demanding games at 4k · 0% above 60 fps, 0% above 100 · via howmanyfps.

How to improve · 15 pts to D

Expected performancecosting ~28 pts

10 fps median across 5 demanding games at 4K · 0% 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 +200% with this CPU (median 31 fps today). CPU: mid-range, GPU: entry-level.

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Expected FPSfollows the Build Score scenario

Expected FPS · 4K

For i3-14100F + RX 5700 XT, default settings. Estimates only. Your actual framerate may be higher or lower.

Counter-Strike 2
3840×2160 · High
59 avg
33 1% low
Cyberpunk 2077
3840×2160
17 avg
14 1% low
Black Myth: Wukong
3840×2160 · High · RT Off
3 avg
2 1% low
Hogwarts Legacy
3840×2160 · High · RT Off
10 avg
4 1% low
Alan Wake 2
3840×2160 · High · RT Off
4 avg
2 1% low
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
3840×2160 · Ultra
19 avg
12 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 (73%)

Your GPU (estimated entry-level) is limiting performance for 4K gaming. The CPU (estimated mid-range) is 1 tier higher and has spare capacity your GPU isn't using. We don't have FPS data for either of these chips yet, so this is a spec-based estimate, not a measured verdict.

Compatibility

All checks pass

Power

PSU Excellent · 404W draw / 700W

Physical fit

GPU + cooler clear the case

Spec-sheet guidance. Verify before buying.