Budget Gaming PC with AMD Ryzen 5 8500G – Performance Meets Affordability

Looking for a budget gaming PC that balances performance and cost? This budget-friendly build with the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G delivers smooth gaming experiences and upgrade potential without breaking the bank.

Key Features and Specs:

• Case:  CRONUS Oceanus Case, Gaming, Black, Mid Tower– Compact design with tempered glass and USB Type-C ports.
• CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 8500G – 6 cores, 12 threads, 5.0GHz boost clock with integrated Radeon graphics.
• Motherboard: Gigabyte B650M D3HP – AM5 socket, DDR5 support, USB-C, and dual M.2 slots for future upgrades.
• RAM: Team T-Force Vulcan DDR5 16GB (5200MHz) – High-speed dual-channel memory for seamless multitasking.
• Storage: Adata Legend 800 1TB NVMe SSD – Lightning-fast load times with PCIe Gen4 speeds.
• PSU: GAMEMAX RPG Rampage 600W – Reliable 80 PLUS Bronze efficiency with Japanese capacitors.
• OS: Windows 11 Home – Modern gaming features like DirectStorage and DirectX 12 Ultimate.

Expected Gaming Performance

• Integrated Graphics (Radeon):
  • Esports titles (Valorant, Fortnite, Rocket League): 60+ FPS at 1080p with medium settings.
  • AAA titles (Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring): Playable at 720p with low settings.
• Future GPU Addition: Adding a discrete GPU will unlock the full potential of the Ryzen 5 8500G.

Overall Recommendations

1. Monitor: Pair the setup with a 1080p, 60Hz monitor for optimal performance with integrated graphics. If upgrading with a GPU, consider a 1080p 144Hz monitor.
2. Cooling: If the build runs hot, consider adding extra case fans or upgrading the CPU cooler for improved thermal performance.
3. Futureproofing: A discrete GPU and a PSU upgrade will significantly enhance the gaming experience.