Intel Mid-Range Gaming Build: Wrap Up
Today, our goal was to take a look at what we could put together for an Intel-based Mid-Range Gaming Build that hit a price point of about $1000-1200. This should put the options and selections within the reach of a large segment of enthusiasts who are looking for a good blend of performance but a more bank account friendly bill. So take a look at a quick summary of our build here today and see what tickles your fancy.
Intel Mid-Range Gaming Build: Summary
Component | Model | Price |
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CPU | Intel Core i7-10700K | $387.99 ($409.99) |
Motherboard | GIGABYTE Z490 GAMING X | $189.99 ($159.99) |
CPU Cooler | Enermax AQUAFUSION 240 | $99.99 |
GPU | XFX Radeon 5600 XT THICC II Pro | $279.99 ($269.99) |
RAM | G.Skill Sniper X Series 16GB (F4-3200C15D-16GVR) | $104.99 |
Hard Drive | Western Digital Blue 1TB (NVMe) | $119.99 ($114.99) |
PSU | Seasonic FOCUS Gold 650W | $86.99 ($99.99) |
Case | SilverStone FARA R1 | $79.99 ($61.23) |
Total | $1349.92 ($1321.16) |
Intel Mid-Range Gaming Build: Alternate Summary
Component | Model | Price |
---|---|---|
CPU | Intel Core i5-10600K | $263.99 ($299.99) |
Motherboard | GIGABYTE Z490 GAMING X | $189.99 ($159.99) |
CPU Cooler | Noctua NH-U12S | $61.99 ($64.99) |
GPU | MSI GeForce GTX 1660 Super Gaming X | $269.99 ($264.99) |
RAM | G.Skill Trident Z RGB V Series 16GB (F4-3200C15D-16GVR) | $91.99 |
Hard Drive | Samsung 970 EVO 500GB (NVMe) | $89. 99 ($99.99) |
PSU | Seasonic FOCUS Gold 650W | $86.99 ($99.99) |
Case | SilverStone FARA R1 | $79.99 ($61.23) |
Total | $1134.92 ($1143.16) |
At the end of the day, we feel that we are left with a couple of very capable machines and a number of different combinations that you could custom tailor to your budget in this ~$1000-1200 range. There are certainly other options for just about every component we have selected today. However, we feel you can’t go wrong with these items as basics, or at least jumping-off points, for your next Intel Mid-Range Gaming build.
Final Points
That said, by all means, click through the provided links for each component, if you so choose, or take our suggestions and sit and wait for a minute. We’ll also get a cut if you use our links, but it won’t cost you any more than it would otherwise. You will notice that we have included both “normal retail/list prices” and actual prices at the time of this article when they differed as they do fluctuate over time (or whenever when of the DRAM manufacturers needs to have an “accidental fire). We hope you have enjoyed this Mid-Range computer build for the Summer of 2020.
Now, for those of you who still find this price range a bit daunting, or have the unenviable task of doing a budget build for a friend or family member, don’t fret. We have a guide coming up for you next. So, if an Intel Mid-Range Build doesn’t tickle your fancy then stop back soon for our AMD Budget Gaming PC Build Guide: Summer 2020 update as that guide becomes a “Live” guide as well!
As always, leave your comments below or we will see you in the forums!