My reasonably priced 1440p build

9 parts · $693.86 estimated · Created Jun 30, 2026

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CBuild Score 74/100A capable 4K gaming build. Biggest lever: 34 fps median across 5 demanding games at 4K · 20% above 60 fps, 0% above 100 · via HowManyFPS.

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4K gaming: A capable 4K gaming build. Biggest lever: 34 fps median across 5 demanding games at 4K · 20% above 60 fps, 0% above 100 · via HowManyFPS.

How to improve · 6 pts to B

Expected performancecosting ~18 pts

34 fps median across 5 demanding games at 4K · 20% above 60 fps, 0% above 100 · via HowManyFPS

CPU/GPU balancecosting ~4 pts

CPU-limited — measured at the 1080p reference, a faster CPU would unlock about +25% from the GPU you've chosen (median 100 fps today). CPU: enthusiast, GPU: mid-range. Based on our most recent measurements.

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Balance

GPU-bound (50%)

GPU-limited at 4K gaming — measured against real FPS data, a stronger GPU would unlock about +64% with this CPU (median 34 fps → ~51 fps across 5 demanding AAA games). Based on our most recent measurements.

Compatibility

1 warning

  • GPU length unknown

Power

PSU Excellent · 503W draw / 850W

Physical fit

GPU + cooler clear the case

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