$1,200 1080p Gaming PC Build
A complete gaming PC build tuned for 1080p, assembled from in-stock parts. Total $1,182 of a $1,200 budget — $18 under. Estimated draw ≈ 445W.
Compatibility
- ✅ No compatibility issues detected across socket, memory generation, and power.
Parts list
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CPUIntel Core i7-9700K Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 4.9 GHz Turbo unlocked LGA1151 300 Series 95W
The Intel Core i7-9700K offers strong gaming performance at 1080p 144Hz within budget, balancing core count and clock speed well for this use case.
$279 -
GPUEVGA GeForce GTX 750Ti Superclocked 2GB GDDR5 Graphics Card 02G-P4-3753-KR
Adjusted to fit the $1,200 budget while keeping balanced performance.
$289 -
MotherboardAsus Prime Z390-A Motherboard LGA1151 (Intel 8th and 9th Gen) ATX DDR4 DP HDMI M.2 USB 3.1 Gen2 Gigabit LAN
The ASUS Prime Z390-A motherboard supports the chosen Intel 9th gen CPU with DDR4 RAM and offers good features for a gaming build.
$200 -
Memory (RAM)TEAMGROUP T-Force Vulcan Z DDR4 16GB Kit (2x8GB) 3200MHz (PC4-25600) CL16 Desktop Memory Module Ram (Gray) - TLZGD416G3200HC16CDC01
TEAMGROUP T-Force Vulcan Z 16GB DDR4 3200MHz is a solid, cost-effective RAM kit that matches the motherboard and CPU platform for smooth gaming.
$150 -
Storage (SSD)Crucial MX500 500GB 3D NAND SATA 2.5 Inch Internal SSD - CT500MX500SSD1, Blue/Gray
Crucial MX500 500GB SATA SSD offers reliable and fast storage capacity sufficient for OS and games within budget.
$85 -
Power SupplyEVGA 750 N1, 750W, 2 Year Warranty, Power Supply 100-N1-0750-L1
EVGA 750W PSU provides ample power headroom and reliability for the RTX 3060 and i7-9700K gaming build without overspending.
$91 -
CaseCooler Master MasterFan MF120 Halo 3n1Fans, Duo-Ring ARGB Customizable Lighting, 120mm PWM Static Pressure, ARGB Header Extender for PC Case, Liquid and Air Cooler (MFL-B2DN-18NPA-R1)
Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Halo fans offer good airflow and aesthetics at a low cost, suitable for a gaming desktop case cooling setup.
$48 -
CPU Coolerbe quiet! Pure Rock 2 150W TDP CPU Cooler | Intel-1700 1200 2066 1150 1151 1155 2011-3 Square ILM | AMD-AM4 for Desktop | Black | BK007
be quiet! Pure Rock 2 CPU cooler provides efficient cooling for the i7-9700K to maintain performance during gaming without breaking the budget.
$40
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