DIY PC Rig Recommendations For 2025

[NightRaven49]

hi all, its been a while since the pc rig recommendations thread was updated, so in continuing its spirit, i have put together a new list of recommendations with more modern parts. please note, ive only used local price lists; u may be able to find better deals elsewhere, but this list will focus on brand new local stock parts. for most builds i have also left out the prices of windows keys and case, these should be spent as deemed fit (assume $150 budget for case in total price if case not mentioned, recommendations at the bottom).

cheapest usable brand new rig, total: $343

core i3-10100 + asrock h510m-h2/m.2 se	208	techdeals
lexar 8gb 3200c22 ddr4	24	techdeals
lexar ns100 128gb	21	techdeals
fsp hv pro 550w	50	pckaki
tecware nexus air m2	40	tradepac

$500 pc, total: $466

ryzen 5 5600g + asrock b550m wifi se	279	techdeals
gskill ripjaws v 2x 8gb 3600c18 ddr4	52	tradepac
lexar nm620 512gb	45	vii pc
fsp hv pro 550w	50	pckaki
tecware nexus air m2	40	tradepac

entry level 1440p gaming pc, total: $998

ryzen 5 5600 + asrock b550m wifi se	266	techdeals
gskill ripjaws v 2x 8gb 3600c18 ddr4	52	tradepac
crucial p3 plus 1tb	80	dynacore
intel arc b580	375	dynacore
thermalright tg650s	75	dynacore

midrange gaming rig, total: $1511

ryzen 5 7600 + asus tuf gaming b650em-e wifi	368	tradepac
klevv fit v 2x 16gb 6000c30 ddr5	135	bizgram
thermalright phantom spirit 120 se	48	dynacore
lexar nm790 1tb	101	pc themes
zotac rtx 5060 ti 16gb twin edge	609	techyard
silverstone va-650g	98	bizgram

for this build tier and higher u should consider adding additional case fans, personally recommend the arctic p12 @ $12 each from mr doraemon @t258jgn.

if budget up to 2k, follow midrange reco but replace with the following: $1903

crucial t500 1tb	108	pc themes
powercolor rx 9070 xt reaper	955	dynacore
adata xpg core reactor 750w	139	bizgram

high performance productivity + gaming, total: $3160

core i9-14900kf + asus tuf gaming z790-btf wifi d5	907	dynacore
arctic liquid freezer iii 360mm	147	performance pc
klevv fit v 2x 16gb 6000c30 ddr5	135	bizgram
wd black sn850x 1tb	117	tradepac
msi rtx 5080 shadow 3x	1549	dynacore
fsp vita gm 850w	155	bizgram

no compromise pc: well if u want a 14900ks/285k/9950x3d + 5090, then u probably arent worrying about budget, just get whatever u want these are the 2 parts u should minimally go with:

lian li galahad 360 argb (if not doing custom watercooling)	196	tradepac
asus rog strix	175	dynacore

Spoiler: some case recommendations within that $150 budget

tecware flatline argb	cheap, mesh intake, fits long gpus and tall coolers, preinstalled rgb fans	52	dynacore
cooler master mb311l argb	better quality flatline	78	techdeals/bizgram
tecware fusion	good alternative to nr200 with support for cheaper non itx parts	77	techdeals
montech sky two	good airflow, 4 preinstalled argb fans with fan/rgb hub	108	bizgram
corsair 4000d airflow	affordable, spacious, good airflow	118	dynacore/techdeals
lian li lancool 216	good thermal performance	125	viipc
lian li o11 mini air/dynamic mini	great looking case, very versatile do note dynamic mini only accepts sfx psus	~150	most sls shops

pricing correct as of 23 sep, though availability is not always guaranteed so if some parts go oos/change pricing please do sound off so i can update the relevant lists. i will also try to keep this updated as new hardware is released.
hopefully most bases have been covered, but if u have specific questions dont be afraid to ask. if u also have other recommendations that i missed out do feel free to add on happy building!

Spoiler: changelog

22 dec 22 - first revision
8 jan 23 - updated prices with non oos parts/8% gst, changed cheapest rig, revised price for work + gaming pc
6 feb 23 - revised prices and parts
15 apr 23 - revised prices and parts
18 may 23 - revised prices and parts
4 jun 23 - revised prices and parts
1 jul 23 - revised prices
6 aug 23 - revised prices and parts, renamed high end gaming rig to enthusiast
10 sep 23 - revised prices and parts
15 oct 23 - revised prices and parts
6 nov 23 - revised prices and parts
3 feb 24 - updated prices and parts with 9% gst, merged midrange reco into value reco
24 mar 24 - revised prices and parts
6 oct 24 - revised prices and parts
27 apr 25 - updated with 50/90 series
23 sep 25 - revised prices and parts

 

[AhYoung]

Thanks nightraven, it's been quite a few years without a proper guide for pc building.

 

[transparos]

good effort, maybe mod can pin this

 

[MrBoxySquare]

Finally it’s back. Really helpful!

 

[KleoZy]

I fully support ^-^v.. Oh Raggy @ragnarok95 .. PIN PLEASE kekekekek

 

[rerear]

Thanks for restarting this thread!
May I be the first?
Is this the right thread to post current rig for recommendations?

Motivation to upgrade:

• Able to watch 4K movies/Youtube
• Able to run Win 11
• Prefer smaller form factor

There is no chance of selling off individually since parts are so old?
Want to recycle ssd/hdd, but not sure which other parts are able to be re-used e.g. RAM
The parts quoted above in the recommendations seems readily available in Carousell, is it usually safe to buy 2nd hand?

Win10 Pro
Gigabyte B150M-D3H
Intel Core i5-6500 3.20 Ghz 4 CPU
Gskills 4Gb x2 2400
Zotac NVIDIA Geforce GTX 960
Superflower Leadex 550W
LG 21:9 29UM68
CoolerMaster Silencio 452 Mini Tower

 

[transparos]

are msi power supply good? usually last time buy seasonic or corsair

 

[alphakim]

My most expensive Intel 1st Gen 870 RIG $2,800 (2008) has died on me. It is time to start a new chapter (Intel 13th Gen i7 13700K - $3xxx) for me.

Good information for e newbie.

 

[alphakim]

hi all, its been a while since the pc rig recommendations thread was updated, so in continuing its spirit, i have put together a new list of recommendations with more modern parts. please note, ive only used local price lists + lazada/shopee; u may be able to find better deals elsewhere, but this list will focus on brand new local stock parts. for most builds i have also left out the prices of windows keys and case, these should be spent as deemed fit (assume $150 budget for case in total price if case not mentioned).

cheapest usable brand new rig, total: $495

ryzen 5 5600g + asus tuf gaming a520m plus wifi	319	dynacore
crucial 8gb 3200mhz cl22	35	dynacore/bizgram
lexar nm620 256gb	38	dynacore
fsp hv pro 550w	58	dynacore
tecware nexus air m2	45	dynacore

strict 1k budget rig, total: $992

ryzen 5 5500 + asus tuf gaming a520m plus wifi	297	dynacore
klevv bolt x 2x 8gb 3600mhz ddr4	80	dynacore
lexar nm620 256gb	38	dynacore
asus rx 6600 dual	369	infinity
fsp hv pro 550w	58	dynacore

value gaming pc, total: $1144

ryzen 5 5600 + asrock b550m pro4	349	dynacore
klevv bolt x 2x 8gb 3600mhz ddr4	80	dynacore
wd black sn770 500gb	72	dynacore
asus rx 6650 xt dual	425	vii pc
cooler master mwe 550w v2 bronze	68	pc themes

mid-range gaming rig, total: $1603

ryzen 5 5600 + asrock b550m pro4	349	dynacore
klevv bolt x 2x 8gb 3600mhz ddr4	80	dynacore
wd black sn770 1tb	134	dynacore
galax rtx 3070 ex 1 click oc	785	pc themes
cooler master mwe 650 v2 gold	105	dynacore

if strict 1.5k budget, alternative is going for galax rtx 3060 ti 1 click oc @ $598 from vii pc.

2k build, total: $1978

core i5-12400f + msi b660m mortar max wifi	483	dynacore
klevv bolt x 2x 8gb 3600mhz ddr4	80	dynacore
wd black sn770 1tb	134	dynacore
sapphire rx 6800 nitro+	999	bizgram
msi mpg a650gf	132	dynacore

high end gaming rig, total: $2575

ryzen 5 7600x + msi pro b650m-a wifi	669	dynacore
scythe fuma 2 rev b	83	dynacore
kingston fury beast black 2x 16gb 5200c40 ddr5 expo	225	dynacore
samsung 980 pro 1tb	199	fuwell/pc themes/vii pc
asus tuf gaming rx 6900 xt	1099	bizgram
msi mpg a750gf	150	dynacore

if budget up to 3k, can consider getting powercolor rx 7900 xt hellhound @ $1529 from bizgram/fuwell/vii pc.

high performance productivity + gaming, total: $4658

core i7-13700kf + asus prime z690-a	980	dynacore
arctic liquid freezer ii 360mm	161	dynacore
corsair vengeance 2x 16gb 5200c40 ddr5 OR gigabyte aorus 2x 16gb 5200c40 ddr5	229	dynacore fuwell
samsung 980 pro 1tb	199	fuwell/pc themes/vii pc
sapphire rx 7900 xtx	1699	fuwell
msi mpg a750gf	150	dynacore

no compromise pc: well if u want a 13900k/7950x + 4090, then u probably arent worrying about budget, just get whatever u want these are the 2 parts u should minimally go with:

lian li galahad 360 argb (if not doing custom watercooling)	196	tradepac
msi mpg a850gf	169	dynacore

Spoiler: some case recommendations within that $150 budget

tecware flatline argb	cheap, mesh intake, fits long gpus and tall coolers, preinstalled rgb fans	54	pc themes
cooler master mb311l argb	better quality flatline	75	pc themes
tecware fusion	good alternative to nr200 with support for cheaper non itx parts	82.50	techdeals
corsair 4000d airflow	affordable, spacious, good airflow	119	dynacore/pc themes
lian li lancool 216	good thermal performance	135	dynacore
lian li o11 mini air/dynamic mini	great looking case, very versatile	~150	bizgram/dynacore/fuwell/pc themes

pricing correct as of 22 dec, though availability is not always guaranteed so if some parts go oos/change pricing (eg the asus 6600 series promo is apparently for this month only) please do sound off so i can update the relevant lists. i will also try to keep this updated as new hardware is released.
hopefully most bases have been covered, but if u have specific questions dont be afraid to ask. if u also have other recommendations that i missed out do feel free to add on happy building!

Look like TS like AMD GPU

 

[rerear]

Out of the components below, which ones are cheaper/more reliable and hence eaiser to buy from 2nd handers? And conversely, which ones are least-value/riskiest?

1. Mobo
2. CPU
3. GPU
4. PSU
5. RAM

 

[Phen8210]

Out of the components below, which ones are cheaper/more reliable and hence eaiser to buy from 2nd handers? And conversely, which ones are least-value/riskiest?

1. Mobo
2. CPU
3. GPU
4. PSU
5. RAM

CPU and GPU are generally okay, buy them with a warranty left. GPU mining card avoid.

Used Mobo and PSU, I would avoid, too many things can go wrong.

For used ram, the most common thing is oxidization on the gold contacts, which you will need to take care of. Usually starts to happen after 6 months of usage, highly depending on the environment. Otherwise, your pc will be going on and off non-stop (memory training fail), and fail to boot, when you power it on.

 

[BirdbrainZ]

cheapest usable brand new rig, total: $495

ryzen 5 5600g + asus tuf gaming a520m plus wifi	319	dynacore
crucial 8gb 3200mhz cl22	35	dynacore/bizgram
lexar nm620 256gb	38	dynacore
fsp hv pro 550w	58	dynacore
tecware nexus air m2	45	dynacore

I have lost the use of my laptop recently, and am looking at a desktop replacement. I will be using it mainly for web browsing, Youtube, Twitch, and some light gaming, etc.

A couple of question please.

Will the Ryzen 5 5600g Vega 7 be sufficient to run Stalker Anomaly or the GAMMA mod if anyone has any experience with the game.

Can and is a better MB recommended for the Ryzen 5 5600g? I mean are b550 MB called for if I want to up the ram to 16gb?

Can and is it recommended to go 16gb ram?

 

[rerear]

is the 5600g rig that is recommended above, suitable to receive a GPU if so needed later on, or really that is not recommended and should stick with using the APU?

 

[NightRaven49]

Win10 Pro
Gigabyte B150M-D3H
Intel Core i5-6500 3.20 Ghz 4 CPU
Gskills 4Gb x2 2400
Zotac NVIDIA Geforce GTX 960
Superflower Leadex 550W
LG 21:9 29UM68
CoolerMaster Mini Tower (how to tell the model of my casing?)

There is no chance of selling off individually since parts are so old?
Want to recycle ssd/hdd, but not sure which other parts are able to be re-used e.g. RAM

in my experience is generally easier to sell as a whole unit compared to individual parts, especially for older parts like these. if the monitor is fine for ur use u should keep it, u could also keep the psu if u want, though the rest of the pc will be harder to sell.

Motivation to upgrade:

• Able to watch 4K movies/Youtube
• Able to run Win 11
• Prefer smaller form factor

i would suggest the cheapest rig in my recommendation and swap the case out for a tecware fusion, as mentioned it is about the same size as a nr200. u can also add on ram and a better psu if u want.

The parts quoted above in the recommendations seems readily available in Carousell, is it usually safe to buy 2nd hand?

if u are comfortable with and understand the risks of 2nd hand, it is a viable alternative. so far ive had no issues with them, but remember to do ur due diligence like inspecting the parts or asking for tests before dealing.

are msi power supply good? usually last time buy seasonic or corsair

only their a-gf series, which is based off the same platform of other high end psu from cwt. it is just the cheapest high end psu available, no one is stopping u from getting more established units like corsair rm/x or seasonic focus as u mentioned

Look like TS like AMD GPU

i just chose the higher performing card at each price tier, most of which happen to be amd. may change once the asus dual deal ends and 8% gst kicks in.

Out of the components below, which ones are cheaper/more reliable and hence eaiser to buy from 2nd handers? And conversely, which ones are least-value/riskiest?

1. Mobo
2. CPU
3. GPU
4. PSU
5. RAM

i would say cpu and ram are generally safe to buy 2nd hand. cpus hardly ever die if used normally, and ram usually has lifetime warranty and is fairly small and light so even if have to ship overseas to rma it can be affordable to do so. the rest i would exercise more caution and get those with local warranty remaining.

Can and is a better MB recommended for the Ryzen 5 5600g? I mean are b550 MB called for if I want to up the ram to 16gb?

ram capacity is not dependent on mobo chipset, 16gb of ram is doable on a520 or b550. in fact, with a 5600g, there is no point going b550 as the 5600g only supports pcie gen 3, so the main differentiating factor of b550 with gen 4 is nullified and it makes more sense going a520.

Can and is it recommended to go 16gb ram?

if ur budget allows go for it, though do get 2x 8gb sticks instead of 1x 16gb stick and make sure they are at least 3000c15.

is the 5600g rig that is recommended above, suitable to receive a GPU if so needed later on, or really that is not recommended and should stick with using the APU?

as long as it is a modest gpu u should be fine, the 5600g shouldnt hold back any dgpu below the 3070.

 

[BirdbrainZ]

if ur budget allows go for it, though do get 2x 8gb sticks instead of 1x 16gb stick and make sure they are at least 3000c15.

Can you recommend me a decently prized 16gb ram set that will suitably go with the 5600g please?

 

[Yongkit]

Can you recommend me a decently prized 16gb ram set that will suitably go with the 5600g please?

this is fast 16GB kits for Ryzen system at reasonable price with delivery tomorrow without worry 8% GST next year, also with 1% off with PayNow settlement

https://www.amazon.sg/Corsair-Venge...id=6832928051&sprefix=3600cl14,aps,236&sr=8-3
less than $100 budget option:



https://www.amazon.sg/Corsair-Venge...c8-9023-131609543bb3&pd_rd_i=B08PW3RDPN&psc=1

 

[BirdbrainZ]

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this is fast 16GB kits for Ryzen system at reasonable price with delivery tomorrow without worry 8% GST next year, also with 1% off with PayNow settlement

Thanks you, but I was hoping of something that works relatively well enough, but still on the lower end of the price range.

These are the specs I am considering after the advise given here, and mix-matching the parts in the recommended builds list above.

CPU & MB: Ryzen 5 5600g + Asus tuf gaming a520m plus wifi ($319 dynacore)
Memory: 2 * Crucial 8gb 3200mhz cl22 ddr4 ($63 dynacore)
Storage: WD Black SN770 500gb ($72 dynacore)
PSU: FSP HV Pro 550w ($58 dynacore)
Case: Tecware Nexus Air m2 ($45 dynacore)

Total: $557 (a topup of $62 for double the storage and ram)

Are there any parts I should or can change to optimize the performance vs the dollar spent? Should I get faster ram, maybe a better case or PSU?

 

[NightRaven49]

Memory: 2 * Crucial 8gb 3200mhz cl22 ddr4 ($63 dynacore)

Should I get faster ram, maybe a bette case or PSU?

u definitely need better ram than that if u want to game. yongkit's suggestion is actually quite relevant as it is high speed low latency, while these crucial ones are high latency so ur graphics performance will be adversely impacted. unfortunately can be quite difficult to find low latency kits locally, especially after crucial eol-ed their ballistix series with 3600c16. the only one i remember seeing was kingston's fury beast 3600c17 2x 8gb @ $95, also from dynacore. as for psu, if ur budget allows, wont hurt getting a better quality unit like the ones mentioned in the higher budget builds.

 

[Yongkit]

Thanks you, but I was hoping of something that works relatively well enough, but still on the lower end of the price range.

These are the specs I am considering after the advise given here, and mix-matching the parts in the recommended builds list above.

CPU & MB: Ryzen 5 5600g + Asus tuf gaming a520m plus wifi ($319 dynacore)
Memory: 2 * Crucial 8gb 3200mhz cl22 ddr4 ($63 dynacore)
Storage: WD Black SN770 500gb ($72 dynacore)
PSU: FSP HV Pro 550w ($58 dynacore)
Case: Tecware Nexus Air m2 ($45 dynacore)

Total: $557 (a topup of $62 for double the storage and ram)

Are there any parts I should or can change to optimize the performance vs the dollar spent? Should I get faster ram, maybe a bette case or PSU?

I just added the less than $100 budget corsair lpx 16GB kits @ 3600CL16 which I feel the best bang for buck.

for Ryzen APU like 5600G you get better benefits with faster RAM kits like the 3600CL16 kits because of the igpu allocation for RAM.

Other than the RAM with this budget I would recommend slight top up go for 1TB storage (as actual storage 500GB nvme will be lesser by 10% scale) as you will fill up the space for game and storage with regular windows + game update patch if you do not maintain your storage on regular basis.

 

[rerear]

When selling desktop PC, is it safe to simply unplug HDD, SSD from the system, before sale? Or need to wipe something else from mobo and ram? E.g. reset Windows?

This mobo is mostly out of stock everywhere. Any other viable alternative for pairing with 5600g, is it worth to prepare for PCI 4.0?

ryzen 5 5600g + asus tuf gaming a520m plus wifi