Dorm Build (contest)

8 parts · $1783.91 estimated · Created Aug 10, 2026

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DBuild Score 68/100Needs attention for 1080p gaming — start with Performance spend of $1337 buys ~78 fps; stronger chips for the same money are where this budget under-delivers.

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1080p gaming: Needs attention for 1080p gaming — start with Performance spend of $1337 buys ~78 fps; stronger chips for the same money are where this budget under-delivers.

How to improve · 2 pts to C

Valuecosting ~12 pts

Performance spend of $1337 buys ~78 fps; stronger chips for the same money are where this budget under-delivers.

CPU/GPU balancecosting ~11 pts

CPU-limited — measured at the 1080p reference, a faster CPU would unlock about +40% from the GPU you've chosen (median 78 fps today). CPU: high-end, GPU: high-end.

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Balance

CPU-bound (39%)

CPU-limited at 1080p gaming — measured against real FPS data, a faster CPU would unlock about +40% from the GPU you've chosen (median 78 fps → ~146 fps across 5 demanding AAA games).

Compatibility

1 warning

  • Below the GPU maker’s recommended PSU

Power

PSU Tight · 501W draw / 700W

Physical fit

GPU + cooler clear the case

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