If you're going to put the 1300x in the AMD entry level gaming build, then put the i3-8100 in this. Not to mention, I don't know anyone who would want to game on a dual core processor these days. Pay the extra $50 for the i3 and put this on even footing as the AMD one.

This guide should be updated with the new Coffee-Lake Pentium Gold G5400 and B360 chipset. With the Pentium G4560 and B250 chipset you are stuck on Kaby-Lake and can't upgrade to Coffee-Lake.

Also, why put a Micro-ATX motherboard in a ATX case?

And why not use a modern 2TB hard drive with a SATA 6 Gb/s interface?

And modern power supplies? The M12II is an old group regulated model from 2010, it lacks over temperature protection, the rated power will reduce from 100% to 80% at 50°C, doesn't support C6/C7 power states, lacks a DC-DC converter, is even overpriced at $35.

The list below is more modern.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Thank you so much for your time and effort in producing this most helpful site, keep up the great work!!

Hey Thought A. The "Here is the AMD version of our Entry Level Gaming Guide.." link goes the the "Great AMD Gaming Build".

Do all the cords you need to connect everything and set it up so it works and appears on your monitor and you can actually use it in general come with this list. Like that might of sounded confusing but all im trying to say is that if i went along and clicked buy for each one and bought them. Would I be able to build it and be able to get on the computer? Or do I need to buy more stuff like cords to connect things like to the monitor for example

wont this bottleneck hard?

just commenting for later cause im a noob lol

Hello, I'm looking to build my first PC, and I was wondering, could this setup support 2 1080p displays and still run well?

Absolutely love this build. I love that it is all Amazon Prime, too. Too often builds consist of mismatched retailers where some have insane shipping costs, while others don’t. Amazon’s return policy is the best in the world, and their 1 month coverage will get you through any problems that will occur early on.

Now you just need to buy a Windows 10 key that was salvaged from a free upgrade. ;)

Can it run Rainbow Six Seige above 70fps and Fortnite above 60 FPS?

I know this list is somewhat out of date now, but is there any particular reason this hasn't been shifted to the 8th generation Pentiums? B250 is a dead chipset, and B360 isn't that much more expensive, along with the newer Pentium Gold processors.

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/w8Qdr6

For $20 more, you give a user the potential to upgrade to the soon to be announced 8 core Coffee Lake-S processors, or at least the 8700 with a drop in replacement. Seems like a complete no brainer to spend an extra $20 now to avoid a motherboard replacement down the road.

Wouldn't it make more sense to use a Pentium g5400 and a h310 motherboard to be able to use coffee lake cpus down the line?

How well does this run gaming wise?
Ex: R6, PUBG, etc.
Room for cheap improvements?
Thanks in advance!

Will this be able to run games like Fortnite and PUBG?

I love this build and made some modifications to upgrade the performance of the computer (eg; upgrading the ram) for a little more than the original cost.

The link is here: https://au.pcpartpicker.com/list/JHWZJ8

Will this run Overwatch and Pubg at least 60 fps?

Can it run Fallout 4?

Would I be able to play Fortnite on this?

Can in run Fortnite-PUBG at desent settings??

Why not the rx 560, similar amounts of prefomance with OC to a 1050ti?

can anyone please tell me if this is an good pc , im new to pc gaming and i need suggestions and this pc is in my price range

This is my first time building a PC, so excuse me if these questions are kinda dumb lol. But how would this thing run games like Fortnite and CS:GO while streaming, and could I do basic video editing with this?

Hey I am new to PC building (like very very new) and I was wondering if this build would be able to run warhammer total war(does not have to be highest settings), and if not what would have to be changed

Looking at the Intel version simply because the remarks on coding issues with the Ryzen scared me off. Looks pretty solid, but seems like an additional $100 will upgrade to an older version of the i5 and compatible Gigabyte Mobo. Seems logical to me in terms of future-proofing over the Pentium.

Can this run fortnite at like high settings with 50-60 fps because i just need a gaming pc on a 500-600 budget so if anyone can reach out to me pls do

how would this work with Arma 3

Can i replace the CPU with ryzen 3 1200 and motherboard Gigabyte GA-AB350M-DS3H? Can i play some old games like AC 4, farcry 4 and some online games like LOL and DOta2 with high setting at 60 FPS? Thanks.

Can I get an estimated FPS for games such as fortnite and Roblox? Roblox runs on the CPU FYI And could I just put a AMD5 in it instead of an intel i2?

This will run surprisingly well for being dual core (Fortnite, CSGO, etc.), BUT, it is not very future-proof and should really only serve as a temporary solution unless you only game lightly. If you plan to do any kind of cpu-intensive work, this cpu won't hold up well IMO. One of my computers has an old Haswell i5 true 4-core and it occasionally maxes out load on fairly simple games and very light video editing with a comparable GPU. With the trend towards 6+ true cores, this can't hold up long for anything intense.

So I am super new to pc gaming, but would like to expand my setup to include gaming pc. I have been playing war thunder lol and games from the total war series. How would this setup play those games?

Two questions: • Will this setup run Space Engineers? • what else would I need to buy (if anything) to literally plug and play with this setup?

Hey guys, I've been out of the computer world for a bit so I am trying to get back up to speed. Is this computer able to support 4k video through hdmi to a TV without it being choppy or laggy?

and what about the cooling?

What game could you play???

How well would this setup work with beamng drive?

whats the best software to use with this build?

can this run fallout 4?

Can anyone that has this build or similar tell me if this would be able to run games such as The Witcher 3, Assassins Creed: Origins, or other similar RPG's at 1080p 60fps on High settings? If not, how many frames would you get running at 1080p? Thanks!

This is pretty much the build I'm running right now, with the exception of an SSD instead of the HDD. And it works just fine for E-Sports, Fortnite, CSGO etc. etc.

That said, I did this build when the G4560/G4600 were new. If I were building it now, I'd probably go with the i3-8100.

But, depending on the exact price you're paying for stuff, it's a solid build.

Hi,

Is this build compatible with Photoshop cc 2018 and can you play games at mid graphics with this.

Thanks for the any advice.

is this PC able to run VR decently well. I only know a little about computers.

Awesome entry build. Loving the price for all new components.

Thumbs up.

Hyper threading does NOT give you extra "logic" cores. it just makes data transferring faster.

Alright guys I am fairly new to knowledge on PCs and need some help. So I am looking to build my first PC and I think I will use this as the base due to my budget. However, what parts should I upgrade if I am looking to run Fortnite and R6 at high/ultra settings? Do I need to upgrade the CPU and RAM or just the CPU? Help on this is much appreciated as I am still trying to learn everything about the components.

I would like to apologize in advance for my ignorance. My son wants to do the Entry Level Intel Gaming Build, He's been collecting the parts over several months and now has them all. Our question is, now what? Where can he find instructions on how to build this computer?

What frames would this run on fortnite at say, all high/medium settings?

Will a Geforce GTX 1060 (3gb) fit in this?

Is there a step-by-step video on how to assemble the PC with these parts? I know very little, this is my first build. I received the parts and am overwhelmed by all the cords and motherboard pins.. help? Any suggestions?

Not a bad PC, but you should've went with the newer coffee lake Pentium G5400 and paired it with an B360 motherboard. It's almost identical to last gen's i3 7100 @ half the cost around $60 as well. It offers much more improvement over the G4560.

For everyone complaining that it isn’t a quad core... the pentium has hyperthreading creating four logical cores, but two physical cores. The i3 that everyone is suggesting has four physical cores, but doesn’t have hyperthreading. Either way, you have four logical cores. The increase in performance isn’t enough to validate the extra cost of the motherboard and the i3. It wouldn’t be so much of a “budget” pc anymore.

Dont you think that 450W is cutting it short, like if you start playing demanding games then your pc would simply shut down for the lack of power, GPUs eat a lot more power than it says it would. It only says like 75W to turn it on but it dosent say whats the max amount of power it would actually takes

Why use the 1050 ti? the rx 560 has freesync and better dx12 support, as more and more games use dx12, seems like a better option. Its also cheaper.

Hello everyone. i have a question, im starting to pc game and im looking to play games like league of legends, csgo, fortnite, possibly some pub g, i want to be able to code using the programs like Java, Python and Ruby... and maybe some beat editing.. Is this computer good to run everything i just listed...

To all the people talking about the 2 core/4 core debate:

This build isn't made for ultra maximum settings. If you're building this, you have to have realistic expectations, so please leave your fanboy Ultra Settings by the door before commenting. I have watched a lot of G4560 and Kaby/Coffee Lake pentium videos and I notice that this little baby can perfectly run GTA V and similar games without lagging or problems.

Games usually have the following settings (with some variations): Low, Normal, Medium, High, Max, Ultra.

Medium and Normal are usually the same, so expect to run most games at this setting with FPS's between 40 and 55. Maybe 60.

Do you really need to play games on Ultra settings? will it help pass the mission faster? beat the boss more easily? reduce the difficulty of the game?

When I first played God of War 3 in my HDMI TV, the graphics were stunning. 1080p, even 720p are enough. And considering computers can beat the graphics of consoles, it would look a bit better than that. I don't need anything else.

This video shows that the difference is framerates is MINIMAL. Noticeable, yes, but MINIMAL.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GWZWCkljsmQ

But if you ABSOLUTELY need to play at 144Hz, Ultra Settings, 4K, sure, go for that 1090 + Z370 + I7-8700K. + $500 dollar monitor. Satisfaction guaranteed.

The G4560 is probably going to be irrevelant in a few years, but fear not. the i7-7700 (normal or K version) is not. That processor has many years left, seeing how some people run games on the i7-3770 and have no plans to upgrade anytime soon. Once you save up enough, swap that Pentium for an i7-7700.

There is absolutely no need to have the "current generation". There is a disease I actually made up for that: Versionitis. Seriously, there is no need to have the most current and last versionl if your games run fine. It's like those Apple fanboys that buy a model for $1000 dollars and 3 months later buy the new $1200 phone just because "it's the newest". Or those that must absolutely feel they need to have that 2016 pirated Microsoft Office when their Office 2013 is doing the same job.

If you suffer from Versionitis, go see a doctor. It's a very serious, life threatening and contagious disease.

Will the processor be able to handle Fortnite and other PC Games?

Do you test these builds, or is this just theorycrafting?

Description says the case is a thermaltake H15, but the parts list has a thermaltake H22

what needs to change here to play on 144hz? TIA (mostly fortnite, pubg)

Newbie here, wondering how much benefit would there be to swapping out the CPU for an i3 8th gen, and would that still be compatible with the other components ?

does it come with the wires to connect it all? if not where do i buy them.

Could someone recommend an SSD that's compatible with this build? Also, does the case come with a CD drive?

Will this be able to run breath of the wild to a decent degree

My daughter and Son both have a similar build at the $520 mark. They have different cases, a dual fan gpu for sound and redundancy reasons, and 128gb ssd to start with for now. The KEY difference is really only the choice to get a screw down cooler with a back-plate the $12-$15 Thermaltake Gravity I2. Things are mores a touch quieter and secure with the cooler which rounds out the quality upgrade for the long haul with a little extra savings. Bumps like a elbow, foot ; during transport to a new room, LAN party; and of course during shipping can and do happen. After building so many pc's for personal use, personal business, friends, and work over the past two decades the intel clip fans are just a added risk.... and more of hassle the one time the mess up! Value your time and your dollar (invest in a backplate cooler)

Oh yeah performance wise they play 60+fps 1080p low-high on any game on the market. SOLID FUN BUILD

I think that this is a great build guide. Thank you. I ended up using the 1050 ti for my pc because of this

Looking at the case I noticed that it already had a pre-installed psu that was 500w, what is the point of getting an additional power supply then?

Hello, I followed this build exactly with the exception of switching out HD for a Samsung SSD. When I attempt to download the VGH and Utilities drivers here https://www.asus.com/us/Graphics-Cards/PH-GTX1050TI-4G/HelpDesk_Download/ for Windows 10 64 Bit, I am receiving errors. For the VGH, I am told that my system is incompatible and for Utilities I get the infamous error: GPU Tweakll - Load vender.dll Fail. Please install VGA driver.

My HDMI is plugged into my graphics card. Any idea how to trouble shoot this?

Could this be it? Does my windows need to be updated to the latest version otherwise it is considered incompatible? http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-3534020/install-asus-gtx-1050-graphics-driver-win-bit.html

How upgradable is this build?

i have the same case ans love it

Nice

If you want the same performance as the 1050ti(or very close to) for a lower price, add in the XFX-RX560, or search "560-1024" and pick the XFX option.