What parts should I choose so it can be easier to upgrade while the PC still preforming well
I am trying to build a PC with newer parts for the I9 12900K and a higher-end GPU. Could you recommend lower-end parts for the ram, storage, and PSU so I can upgrade it in the future while Im in a budget
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Hey, unicornslayer!
I would highly recommend going with our 13700k motherboard + CPU + RAM bundle kit, as that would provide some of the best value. The 13700k also tends to perform better than the 12900k in games.
That being said, I wouldn't go for a low-end PSU either. I've had success with the PowerSpec branded PSUs in a few more budgety builds, but I wouldn't go super cheap. Just make sure you're going at least 25% above what your computer needs, as that'll leave room for fluctuations. I personally try to go 50% above where I can, but keep in mind we're on a budget. (For example, if your computer wants 500w, I would aim for 750w).
For a budget SSD, I like the Intel 670p when they're on sale (which they are): https://www.microcenter.com/product/636210/intel-670p-series-1tb-ssd-3d-qlc-nand-flash-m2-2280-pcie-nvme-30-x4-internal-solid-state-drive
If we're doing DDR4, I LOVE the G.Skill Ripjaws. Their price has gone down a lot recently, and I've been using them for a while now. If doing DDR5, TeamGroup makes some decent RAM, but I'd probably go for the Ripjaws again if possible.
Still though, consider the bundle if you haven't already purchased a CPU and a motherboard (or if you're still in the return window).
Hope this helps, let us know if you have any other questions :)
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What companies would you recommend for harddrive
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If you're doing a hard drive (not an SSD), I've had luck with both Seagate and Toshiba. Seagate drives are typically priced a little better than their Toshiba counterparts, but either would do the trick. Make sure you go with 7200rpm.
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And for SSD which companies
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For SSDs, Crucial, Samsung, Intel, and WD are good bets. Inland (our store brand) also has some good ones that are priced reasonably.
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