Do you want to build a gaming PC under 1000 Euros? MeinMMO presents a gaming PC up to 1000 Euros and explains which components you should pay attention to when buying.
What kind of configuration? You want to get a new gaming system but want to stay under 1000 Euros for your gaming PC? MeinMMO presents an optimal configuration that allows you to achieve either triple-digit FPS values in Full HD or high double-digit FPS values in WQHD.
Depending on your choice of graphics card (AMD or Nvidia), you also have financial leeway for a few additional upgrades, which we will introduce at the end of the article.
How did we select? In our editorial team, we rely on years of experience in PC building and have selected the most sensible configuration for you.
However, please note that there are numerous manufacturers and variations for many products that we cannot consider. Whether you buy a graphics card from Sapphire or MSI: there are often differences in detail, such as a different cooling system or design. Performance is more or less identical.
- Gaming PC under 1000 Euros: Configuration at a glance
- Gaming PC up to 1000 Euros: All components in detail
- Gaming PC up to 1000 Euros: More tips and options for upgrades
Gaming PC under 1000 Euros for Full HD and WQHD at a glance
The components at a glance (as of June 2023):
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 5600 with cooler
- Graphics Card: RX 6700 XT or RTX 3070
- Mainboard: Asus Prime B450M-K II
- SSD: 1 TB SSD Samsung 980 Pro
- RAM: 16 GB DDR4-3200 (Corsair)
- Power Supply: Corsair CV550, 80 PLUS, 550 Watt
- Case: be quiet! Pure Base 500 (soundproofed)
Total price: 850 Euros (RX 6700 XT), 970 Euros (RTX 3070).
- Configuration at PCPartPicker
Gaming PC up to 1000 Euros: CPU, Graphics Card, RAM, and more
Which CPU? For the processor, we have chosen the Ryzen 5 5600. This is currently the best mid-range CPU from AMD, which reaches the same values as the X version with overclocking. It is slightly cheaper than Intel’s i5-12400F, which offers about the same performance.
If you prefer to buy Intel, the i5-12400F is also a very good choice, but it will require a different mainboard. A recommended choice would be the MSI PRO B660M-P.
Which graphics card? Currently, the best choice is the RX 6700 XT. It offers excellent performance for Full HD and WQHD with a bit of leeway for 4K. An alternative would be the RTX 3070, but it costs around 100 Euros more for similar performance. With the 12 GB video memory of the RX 6700 XT, you are better off than with the 8 GB of an RTX 4060 Ti.
For an RTX 4070, you quickly pay 600 Euros or more and it cannot compete with the price-performance ratio of the models mentioned here (6700 XT, RTX 3070).
A used RTX 3080 would also be an option if you can get it under 500 Euros. This would also give you long-term reserves for 4K gaming.
An English video that compares the RTX 3070 and RX 6700 XT is embedded here for you:
Which mainboard? For a mainboard for an AMD processor, we would recommend the B450/B550 chipset. This offers more options than the entry-level range (A320, A420). Most B450 boards also provide enough space for future upgrades. For Intel, you’d be looking at B660 or H610 chipsets.
Which SSD? Currently, we would recommend 1 TB of system storage, as many games are requiring more and more storage. In principle, you can also add another inexpensive hard drive (HDD) with plenty of space.
What memory should I choose? In 2023, 16 GB of DDR4 memory should be the absolute minimum. In some cases, 32 GB can also make sense, but 16 GB is still sufficient. With a mainboard that has 4 memory slots, you also have enough room for a later upgrade.
What power supply? 550 watts are completely sufficient for a combination of AMD Ryzen 5 5600RX and 6700 XT or RTX 3070. However, you could also buy a power supply with 600 watts. This would give you additional leeway for a future upgrade.
What case? With the Pure Base 500 from “be quiet!” you get a case with plenty of space, good build quality, and soundproofing. Additionally, it offers enough room if you later want to install a larger graphics card or liquid cooling. The Pure Base 500 is available in both glass and metal versions.
Gaming PC for 1000 Euros – More Tips
Where can I save more? In principle, you can look for a cheaper and simpler case. There are certainly some insider tips to be found, and you can save another 30 – 40 Euros. Good cases from Sharkoon or AeroCool are already available for around 50 Euros. You can also install a smaller SSD and save another 20 Euros this way.
Where could I spend more? If you choose the RX 6700 XT, you still have about 150 Euros left:
- You could directly install 32 GB of RAM, which would cost an additional 40-60 Euros.
- Another option would be a dedicated cooler for your CPU. The stock cooler of the Ryzen 5 5600 is already quite good, but for around 50 Euros, you can get significantly better coolers from “Noctua” or “be quiet!”.
- Additionally, you could purchase another HDD for more storage to install your games. For a 1 TB HDD, you currently pay around 50 Euros.
Further recommendations for building a gaming PC can be found in the following article on MeinMMO:
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