So, I'm dumb as shit when it comes to computer now. I'm operating with some family Christmas money and would like to keep things under a grand if possible. Basically what I wanna do that requires power is being able to game up to running a dolphin emulator well enough, graphical setting higher than like 720p really don't matter to me, if I can run some sorta newish PC stuff at lower graphic ends fairly smooth that's perfectly fine just wanna play new Vegas on PC with mods for the first time level. Also being capable of some light video/sound editing would be cool. Plz don't get too into the weeds here, I'm so behind on stuff it's kinda funny.
Honestly, building a PC is quite easy these days, things kinda Just Work. It's like putting together legos.
Then I'm sure I'm fine as long as everything is compatible
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/g8TGt7
Here's a possible build, under 1000 that should serve you well for many years to come. It's on the new AMD socket AM5, which means it's pretty well future proofed for upgrades.
If that's too pricy, PCPP's Modest AMD build is also a good option. https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/7V9TwP/modest-amd-gaming-build
I'm leaning towards your pick rn cause vibes
Worth noting that the RX7600XT has 16 gb of vram, where the 4060 others suggested only has 8, which is rapidly becoming insufficient for newer games. Even if there isn't a game currently out that would make you care, that may not be the case in a year or two. Intel's current socket is being phased out with the upcoming 15th gen chips, meaning that it's basically at the end of the road, and AMD's AM5 socket is brand new. The older AM4 socket was launched in 2016 and is still getting new CPUs, so it's worth noting that AMD supports their hardware for a much longer time than Intel does.
The only critique I have of this build is that I would get a power supply with a 10-year warranty. If the company offers a 10-year warranty it's generally a pretty well-built PSU. If the PSU dies it can take the whole system with it.
I personally just stick with Seasonic. Or some other known OEM of PSUs. MSI is just rebranding someone else's PSU. Doesnt mean its bad. It could even be seasonic.
I dont even know if seasonic is still good fwiw.
The Apevia in these builds only has a 3-year warranty which doesn't give me confidence in its durability. Most people use the same PC for 5+ years. I want the PSU to last.
You only have to really worry about the motherboard + whatever else when worrying about compatibility. Calculating how much PSU wattage you'll need is the other thing, but most pc builder sites will have a tool for that. Maybe having the right cables for the PSU too. But if you're doing a standard economical build it should all just work.