$800 1440p Gaming PC Build
A complete gaming PC build tuned for 1440p, assembled from in-stock parts. Total $825 of a $800 budget — $25 over. Estimated draw ≈ 405W.
Compatibility
- ✅ No compatibility issues detected across socket, memory generation, and power.
Parts list
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CPUAMD Ryzen 5 5600X 6-core, 12-thread unlocked desktop processor with Wraith Stealth cooler
The Ryzen 5 5600X offers excellent 6-core, 12-thread performance for 1440p 144Hz open-world gaming within budget.
$180 -
GPUPNY GeForce RTX™ 4070 12GB Verto™ Dual Fan Graphics Card DLSS 3 (192-bit, PCIe 4.0, GDDR6X, HDMI/DisplayPort, Supports 4k, 2 Slot)
Adjusted to fit the $800 budget while keeping balanced performance.
$300 -
MotherboardASRock B550M PRO4 Supports 3rd Gen AMD AM4 Ryzen™ / Future AMD Ryzen™ Processors Motherboard
The ASRock B550M PRO4 supports the AM4 socket and Ryzen 5000 series CPUs, fitting the chosen CPU and budget.
$80 -
Memory (RAM)Timetec 16GB DDR4 2666MHz (PC4-2666V) PC4-21300 UDIMM Desktop RAM – 288-Pin 1.2V CL19 Non-ECC Unbuffered DIMM Memory Module Upgrade
16GB DDR4 2666MHz RAM is sufficient for gaming at 1440p and matches the motherboard's DDR4 support.
$96 -
Storage (SSD)SanDisk Ultra 3D NAND 500GB Internal SSD - SATA III 6 Gb/s, 2.5 Inch /7 mm, Up to 560 MB/s - SDSSDH3-500G-G25
A 500GB SATA SSD offers a good balance of capacity and speed for gaming storage within budget.
$80 -
Power SupplyThermaltake Smart 600W ATX 12V V2.3/EPS 12V 80 Plus Certified Active PFC Power Supply PS-SPD-0600NPCWUS-W
The 600W 80+ certified PSU provides enough power headroom for the chosen CPU and GPU combo.
$43 -
CaseTGDGAMER Matx Case:High Airflow Micro ATX Case, Support MATX, Mini-ITX, Micro ATX Case Slim with USB3.0x1 I/O Port, Black with 80MM Fans
The TGDGAMER Micro ATX case supports the motherboard size and offers good airflow for gaming builds.
$30 -
CPU CoolerNoctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM, High Performance Cooling Fan, 4-Pin, 1700 RPM (120mm, Grey)
Top-rated cpu cooler in the $25 range for this build.
$16
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