41-50k budget pc build guide

Hey, sorry to be that guy — but if you format your post using the pinned "What Should I Buy" template, it'll make it way easier for everyone to understand your requirements and suggest the right parts. Stuff like your budget, use case (gaming, editing, etc.), location, and what parts you already have (if any) can really help narrow things down. Just makes the process smoother for everyone trying to help you out!
 
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cpu: i5 14600
gpu: rtx 3060 or 4060
other components you can adjust with your budget
Try getting used gpus they tend to be cheaper
 
I have compiled a build for around 50k. https://pcpricetracker.in/b/s/437e1712-5eca-4d20-a2d4-d3fd3b6f53bf

Please note that I have used an AMD GPU in this build. You need to check what editing softwares you are to use, and if it needs CUDA support. If so, its better to get a NVIDIA GPU, something like a 3060/4060. However, this would push your budget by 8k or so. Alternatively, you can look into used 3060's for around 15k, which should fit well within your budget.
 
deathblade said:
I have compiled a build for around 50k. https://pcpricetracker.in/b/s/437e1712-5eca-4d20-a2d4-d3fd3b6f53bf

Please note that I have used an AMD GPU in this build. You need to check what editing softwares you are to use, and if it needs CUDA support. If so, its better to get a NVIDIA GPU, something like a 3060/4060. However, this would push your budget by 8k or so. Alternatively, you can look into used 3060's for around 15k, which should fit well within your budget.
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will this be ok, which i have posted again.
please let me know.
 
Is this fine or should i change anything?
CPU - I5 12400F
Motherboard - MSI B760M Bomber Wifi DDR4
RAM - Gskill 16 GB DDR4
SSD - Crucial P3 Plus 500 GB Gen 4
GPU - Nextron RX 580 8GB
PSU - Ant Esports RX 650 650 watt 80+ bronze
 
PotBelliedGarfield said:
I would suggest you to go for AMD CPUs like Ryzen 5 8400F or similar processor due the instability issue of Intel 13th and 14th gen CPUs.

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Yeah, totally agree with you on that. The Ryzen 5 8400F or similar AMD CPUs are definitely a safer bet right now, especially considering the instability issues some users have been facing with Intel’s 13th and 14th gen chips.
On top of that, the heat output of those Intel CPUs—especially the 12th and 14th gen—is another concern. They tend to run hot even under moderate loads, and unless you're pairing them with a really solid cooler and airflow, it can become a thermal headache.
 
Shini said:
Yeah, totally agree with you on that. The Ryzen 5 8400F or similar AMD CPUs are definitely a safer bet right now, especially considering the instability issues some users have been facing with Intel’s 13th and 14th gen chips.
On top of that, the heat output of those Intel CPUs—especially the 12th and 14th gen—is another concern. They tend to run hot even under moderate loads, and unless you're pairing them with a really solid cooler and airflow, it can become a thermal headache.
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it will then increase my budget and that's the problem
 
Karthik16108 said:
Is this fine or should i change anything?
CPU - I5 12400F
Motherboard - MSI B760M Bomber Wifi DDR4
RAM - Gskill 16 GB DDR4
SSD - Crucial P3 Plus 500 GB Gen 4
GPU - Nextron RX 580 8GB
PSU - Ant Esports RX 650 650 watt 80+ bronze
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This is a pretty solid build for the price, especially considering your 50k budget.
This build is priced at aorund 29k without the GPU.With the RX 580 8GB added, the total would be roughly 40k, leaving you with around 10k headroom. That extra money can be wisely invested into either a better GPU for improved gaming performance or a higher quality power supply for better reliability and future-proofing.

The i5-12400F is a great CPU for gaming and productivity. It’s a locked processor, meaning you cannot overclock it, but it performs very well at stock speeds.The B760 motherboard also doesn’t support CPU overclocking, which is fine for this chip. If overclocking was something you were interested in, you’d need a K-series CPU (like i5-12600K) and a Z-series motherboard, which would push the cost significantly higher.Memory overclocking via XMP is supported on B760, so you can still run your RAM at higher frequencies for better performance.

If you’re open to going with AMD instead of Intel, a great CPU alternative is the Ryzen 5 5500. It performs close to the i5-12400F in gaming, supports overclocking, and is often cheaper. You can pair it with a B550 motherboard and have the option to tweak performance through overclocking — something you can’t do with the 12400F. The build with the AMD Processor is costing around 26k without the GPU (I am unable to find your mentioned GPU)

Coming to the GPU — the RX 580 8GB is a decent choice for 1080p gaming, especially on a tight budget. However, it’s an older GPU now, quite power-hungry, and lacks support for the latest features and driver optimizations. Because of that, it makes more sense to buy it second-hand rather than new, as you’ll get more value that way. For now, it should still be able to run some games at medium to high settings at 1080p, though you might need to tweak some settings in newer titles to maintain smooth frame rates. It’s a great stop-gap solution until you save up and can upgrade to a more modern GPU like an RX 6600, Arc A580, or RTX 3060, depending on your future budget.

On the GPU side, Nvidia GPUs are generally better for productivity tasks like video editing, streaming, and AI workloads because of better software support and hardware encoders. AMD GPUs usually offer better value for money in raw gaming performance, often coming with more VRAM at lower prices. If gaming is your main use case and you’re on a budget, AMD is usually the better option.

Ps: Sorry for the late reply , it took me a while to research all this.
 
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Shini said:
This is a pretty solid build for the price, especially considering your 50k budget.
This build is priced at aorund 29k without the GPU.With the RX 580 8GB added, the total would be roughly 40k, leaving you with around 10k headroom. That extra money can be wisely invested into either a better GPU for improved gaming performance or a higher quality power supply for better reliability and future-proofing.

The i5-12400F is a great CPU for gaming and productivity. It’s a locked processor, meaning you cannot overclock it, but it performs very well at stock speeds.The B760 motherboard also doesn’t support CPU overclocking, which is fine for this chip. If overclocking was something you were interested in, you’d need a K-series CPU (like i5-12600K) and a Z-series motherboard, which would push the cost significantly higher.Memory overclocking via XMP is supported on B760, so you can still run your RAM at higher frequencies for better performance.

If you’re open to going with AMD instead of Intel, a great CPU alternative is the Ryzen 5 5500. It performs close to the i5-12400F in gaming, supports overclocking, and is often cheaper. You can pair it with a B550 motherboard and have the option to tweak performance through overclocking — something you can’t do with the 12400F. The build with the AMD Processor is costing around 26k without the GPU (I am unable to find your mentioned GPU)

Coming to the GPU — the RX 580 8GB is a decent choice for 1080p gaming, especially on a tight budget. However, it’s an older GPU now, quite power-hungry, and lacks support for the latest features and driver optimizations. Because of that, it makes more sense to buy it second-hand rather than new, as you’ll get more value that way. For now, it should still be able to run some games at medium to high settings at 1080p, though you might need to tweak some settings in newer titles to maintain smooth frame rates. It’s a great stop-gap solution until you save up and can upgrade to a more modern GPU like an RX 6600, Arc A580, or RTX 3060, depending on your future budget.

On the GPU side, Nvidia GPUs are generally better for productivity tasks like video editing, streaming, and AI workloads because of better software support and hardware encoders. AMD GPUs usually offer better value for money in raw gaming performance, often coming with more VRAM at lower prices. If gaming is your main use case and you’re on a budget, AMD is usually the better option.

Ps: Sorry for the late reply , it took me a while to research all
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Thank you bro for helping me and telling me all the possibilities.
 
Karthik16108 said:
Is this fine or should i change anything?
CPU - I5 12400F
Motherboard - MSI B760M Bomber Wifi DDR4
RAM - Gskill 16 GB DDR4
SSD - Crucial P3 Plus 500 GB Gen 4
GPU - Nextron RX 580 8GB
PSU - Ant Esports RX 650 650 watt 80+ bronze
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The CPU, Mobo, RAM and SSD are very good at this price point. Do note to go for dual channel memory to squeeze out the maximum performance.

As for the GPU, the RX 580 8GB is a capable card for 1080P low-med gaming. However, when you are buying a new card you would expect to get warranty. I don't think Nextron has any service centres for GPU in India, correct me if I am wrong. Even if they had, I am not sure if they would provide RMA for a gfx card that was discontinued in 2018. I would highly recommend you to go for a used 3060 12GB for 15k if possible, else a new RX 6600 for 18k.

As for the PSU, I would highly recommend you to stay from any PSU that Ant Esports makes. Those are ticking time bombs, with the worst quality of components used. You trying to save 2-3k may cause your entire 50k system to burn down. So it's better to invest in a quality PSU. I would recommend something like the Asus TUF Gaming 550B, 550W 80+ Bronze PSU. It is a B tier PSU and should be more than enough for something like a 3060.
 
Karthik16108 said:
Thank you bro for helping me and telling me all the possibilities.
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You're most welcome, bro! I'm really glad it helped you out.
Building a PC on a tight budget is all about making smart choices and planning for future upgrades (coming from a fellow budget gamer) — and you’ve got a solid foundation here. If you ever need help choosing a GPU when you're ready to upgrade, or want to tweak settings for better performance or temps, feel free to ask anytime.
Best of luck with the build — hope you enjoy gaming and get the most out of it!
 
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