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Choose your parts with our free 3D PC Builder, then follow practical guides to assemble your PC. Start with a game, a ready-made build or your own AM5 tower shortlist.
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Choose a starting build, swap components and watch your PC take shape in 3D. PC Builder keeps your parts, planning estimate and supported compatibility warnings together.
- Start with a game or a ready-made build.
- Compare component choices and estimated tower costs.
- Save your selection on this browser or share your parts list.
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What are you working on?
Upgrade your PC
Find the limit in your current system before spending on a replacement.
Plan an upgrade →Get it working
Follow a diagnostic route for power, display, memory or temperature problems.
Find the fault →Three routes to a gaming PC
Entry 1080p
A lower-cost AM4 option to compare when platform costs leave little room for graphics.
See the 1080p parts list →Balanced 1440p
My AM5 choice with a 16GB graphics card and straightforward air cooling.
See the 1440p parts list →Higher-budget 4K
Prioritise graphics performance, power connections and the screen you will actually use.
See the 4K parts list →Choose a route for your screen, then use the calculator to add the parts and complete the setup.
From a parts list to your first game
01 · Plan the whole setup
Choose your games and monitor, then decide what your budget needs to cover.
Start planning →02 · Check compatibility
Confirm CPU support, memory, clearances, power leads and the case connections.
Check your parts →03 · Assemble and set up
Prepare the workspace, follow the manuals and establish a stable first boot.
Follow the build sequence →Explore the guides
Budget for the PC you will actually use
The tower is only part of a first setup. Keep room for a display, keyboard, mouse, audio, the operating system and delivery.
Practical experience. Clear evidence.
I’m James Thompson. These guides bring together my component and setup experience to help you choose a PC that suits your games, desk and budget. You’ll find complete parts lists, useful upgrades and straightforward help getting the finished machine running.
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