PC build
The BUDGET Gaming PC Build 2026!
This build is a balanced, budget-focused system for gaming and everyday productivity. It pairs an Intel Core i5-14400F with the ASRock Intel Arc B570 10GB,
Component prices & shopping links
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| Part | Component | AUD price & shopping |
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| cpu | Intel i5 14400FVideo description lists both Intel 14400F or 14600K as options for the build.Confirm the exact variant before buying | Price not recorded yet. Check local retailers below.Price or exact component identity is under review. It is excluded from the subtotal until confirmed.Confirm variant, stock, shipping and tax at checkout. |
| gpu | ASRock Intel Arc B570null | Price not recorded yet. Check local retailers below.Confirm variant, stock, shipping and tax at checkout. |
| motherboard | Gigabyte B760M Gaming PlusListed as a suggested motherboard with an additional unspecified full size ATX board option.Confirm the exact variant before buying | Price not recorded yet. Check local retailers below.Price or exact component identity is under review. It is excluded from the subtotal until confirmed.Confirm variant, stock, shipping and tax at checkout. |
| ram | 16GB DDR4 RAMMemory configuration/kit details not specified.Confirm the exact variant before buying | Price not recorded yet. Check local retailers below.Price or exact component identity is under review. It is excluded from the subtotal until confirmed.Confirm variant, stock, shipping and tax at checkout. |
| storage | Silicon Power UD90 1TBnull | $248.00 Recently checkedOct 28, 2026, 12:38 AM UTCConfirm variant, stock, shipping and tax at checkout. |
| psu | MSI A650BNnull | Price not recorded yet. Check local retailers below.Confirm variant, stock, shipping and tax at checkout. |
| case | NZXT S5 RGBnull | Price not recorded yet. Check local retailers below.Confirm variant, stock, shipping and tax at checkout. |
| cooler | MONTECH NX600null | Price not recorded yet. Check local retailers below.Confirm variant, stock, shipping and tax at checkout. |
What this build is good for
This build is a balanced, budget-focused system for gaming and everyday productivity. It pairs an Intel Core i5-14400F with the ASRock Intel Arc B570 10GB, a modern GPU geared towards 1440p gaming and efficient media encoding. Housed in an NZXT S5 RGB case, the system uses a B760M motherboard and DDR4 memory to maintain a value-oriented price point. The inclusion of an MSI A650BN 80 Plus Bronze power supply ensures reliable power delivery for this hardware combination. While the current configuration is capable, upgrading to 32GB of RAM would further improve longevity for multitasking. The build benefits from modern PCIe 4.0 storage via the Silicon Power UD90, ensuring quick load times for applications and games. Overall, this is a pragmatic setup that avoids unnecessary premiums while delivering strong performance for its intended use case.
- DDR4 memory is being phased out in favor of faster DDR5 platforms
- Intel Arc B-series driver maturity for older titles is ongoing
- Exact power consumption and temperature benchmarks depend on ambient environment and silicon variance
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Useful next steps
Upgrade RAM to 32GB
16GB is the bare minimum for modern gaming and multitasking; 32GB provides significantly more headroom for background applications.
Adjust Fan Curves
The Montech NX600 fans can be loud under load. Tuning the PWM settings in the BIOS can provide a much quieter experience without sacrificing stability.