Build A Solid Entry-Level $300 Gaming PC (October 2023)

How to Build A $300 Gaming PC

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CPU (PROCESSOR)

MOTHERBOARD

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RAM (MEMORY)

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SSD (SOLID STATE DRIVE)

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CASE

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PSU (POWER SUPPLY)

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Grand Total: ~$330

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How to Build A $300 Gaming PC

October 2023

CPU (PROCESSOR)

AMD Ryzen 5 3400G

~$125

The AMD Ryzen 5 3400G is a budget-friendly CPU that will provide adequate performance in non-demanding video games.

MOTHERBOARD

BIOSTAR A320M AM4

~$60

The Biostar A320M AM4 motherboard is a cost-effective option that will accommodate the AMD Ryzen 5 3400G.

RAM (MEMORY)

Patriot Viper 8GB 3600MHz DDR4

~$20

8GB of Patriot's Viper Series memory will be enough to hold you over until you can afford to add an additional stick of RAM.

SSD (SOLID STATE DRIVE)

PNY 240GB SATA III

~$18

While PNY's 240GB SSD won't offer you a ton of storage, it will keep your costs low and provide you with enough space to get started.

CASE

Thermaltake Versa H18

~$50

The Thermaltake Versa H18 is a nice-looking case that offers solid airflow and enough room to make upgrades in the future.

PSU (POWER SUPPLY)

MSI MAG A550BN

~$60

MSI's MAG A550BN is a 80PLUS Bronze-rated power supply that will allow you to easily upgrade your GPU in the future.

Grand Total: ~$330

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