Gaming PC RIDDLER
🧰 Full System Breakdown
Component | Specs | Assessment |
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CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 5500 (6 cores / 12 threads, Zen 3) | ✅ Excellent budget-performance CPU |
Cooler | Cooler Master T20 | ✅ Great thermals and noise reduction vs. stock |
Motherboard | MSI B450M-A PRO MAX II | ✅ Compatible, stable, and supports 3200 MHz RAM |
RAM | 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 MHz | ✅ Optimal configuration for gaming and multitasking |
Storage | 256GB NVMe SSD | ✅ Fast, ❌ too small for current AAA game storage |
GPU | MSI Ventus 2X RTX 3060 12GB GDDR6 | ✅ Strong 1080p/1440p card; ray tracing & DLSS support |
PSU | MSI A650BNL 650W, 80+ Bronze | ✅ Reliable power supply from a trusted brand |
Case | Vortex Dominant w/ 3 ARGB fans | ✅ Great airflow and looks |
🎮 Gaming Performance
Resolution | AAA Titles | eSports |
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1080p | 90–120 FPS (Ultra, with DLSS if needed) | 200+ FPS (Max settings) |
1440p | 60–90 FPS (High–Ultra) | 144+ FPS (High) |
Ray Tracing | ✅ Yes — RTX 3060 handles it well at 1080p with DLSS | |
Streaming / Editing | ✅ Smooth — GPU + Ryzen 5 5500 = capable duo |
✅ Build Highlights
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🧠 CPU-GPU balance is on point — no bottlenecks
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❄️ T20 Cooler keeps things quiet and cool
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🧱 Reliable 80+ Bronze PSU — future upgrade ready
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🌬️ Great airflow case with ARGB fans
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🎮 RTX 3060 12GB: Big VRAM buffer for newer games and future-proofing
⚠️ Areas to Improve
💾 1. Storage – 256GB SSD
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Too small for modern gaming (some games are 100+ GB)
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Will run out of space fast, leading to issues with updates and system responsiveness
✅ Add:
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1TB SATA SSD (e.g., Kingston A400, Crucial BX500)
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Or 1TB HDD if on a tight budget (e.g., WD Blue)
🏁 Final Verdict: 9/10
✅ Modern, efficient, and great for gaming in 2025
✅ Handles current AAA and eSports titles like a champ
✅ Solid upgrade path and good build quality
⚠️ Only weakness is small SSD — easy fix
🔧 Suggested Upgrade Path
Priority | Upgrade | Reason |
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💽 High | Add 1TB SSD or HDD | More storage for games, OS performance |
❄️ Optional | Case upgrade or GPU cooling tweak (only if temps are high) | MSI Ventus 2X can run warm in small cases |
🧠 Optional | Ryzen 7 5700X (future upgrade) | For heavier multitasking, streaming, or editing |
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