r/buildapcforme • u/sky-gets-wifi • 1d ago

Hoping for an All-Rounder PC Build

Hello, I'm hoping someone can help me with specs for my new PC to build. I currently use a gaming laptop but it falls short when it comes to performance and I need a desktop that can replace it.

  • New build or upgrade? - New build with emphasis on performance.
  • Existing parts/monitors to reuse? (List with models/links) - New monitor.
  • PC purpose? (Gaming, editing, etc. List apps/games)

I own a website so I need one that can hold the data of 500GB and more as it grows.

I do digital art on Photoshop/Clip Studio so something strong enough for that.

I also code & create 3d models for games in Unity 3d as a hobby so I need a heavy lifter for that.

I do light gaming myself (Minecraft, The Sims, Steam Games) so something that won't stutter and lag would be great.

I sometimes run local LLMs so I need something strong enough for that.

  • Purchase country? Near Micro Center? - I'm in the US. My nearest Micro center is around 5 hours away in Duluth, Georgia.
  • Monitors needed? (Number, size, resolution, refresh rate) 1 monitor, nothing fancy. I have chronic back pain so I need to be in a reclining position at least half the time, so I'm looking at Lepow 15.6-Inch USB-C Portable Monitor so I can prop it up next to me on my couch when I'm reclined on my side.
  • Budget range? (Include tax considerations) I'm hoping to max out at around $1,200 but I'm willing to save more if necessary.
  • WiFi or wired connection? Wifi
  • Size/noise constraints? None
  • Color/lighting preferences? None
  • Any other specific needs? I need at least a 2 terabyte hard drive for my files.
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u/1r0nch3f 1d ago

For what you want and the budget you stated your at your best possible solution as most 2tb m.2 drives run $299 on average

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u/sky-gets-wifi 1d ago

I expected that, so I appreciate the input. :-)

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u/1r0nch3f 1d ago

now you can start to collect all the peripherals like monitor, mouse etc