Introduction: Do you want a high-end gaming PC, but your budget is tight? No problem – with clever installment plans, you can build your dream machine over time. We present the top components for 2025 and explain what's important – in a relaxed and understandable way, yet with expert advice.

Case: be quiet! Pure Base 500DX (white) with USB-C front

The Pure Base 500DX in white is an airy midi-tower specially optimized for gaming. The front panel is made almost entirely of mesh, ensuring maximum airflow (basic-tutorials.com ) . It also includes three 140 mm Pure Wings fans (quiet) (in black instead of white), and on the top, there's a USB 3.1 Type-C port next to a USB-A port ( basic-tutorials.com) . The glass side panel with a white frame completes the modern design.

• Advantages: Very good ventilation thanks to large mesh, three pre-installed 140 mm fans, magnetic dust filter in the lid, dust on the white case is not so easily visible, chic glass look, USB-C port on the front ( basic-tutorials.com) .

• Cons: Mid-priced (~100 €), no RGB lighting (clear focus on function instead of bling).

Motherboard: ASUS TUF Gaming B650-E WiFi – robust, future-proof, AM5-ready

The ASUS TUF Gaming B650-E WiFi is a true value-for-money pick among AM5 motherboards. It's designed for Ryzen 7000 CPUs, offers DDR5 support , PCIe 5.0 for graphics cards and NVMe SSDs, as well as Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5 Gbit LAN —everything you need for a modern gaming PC in 2025.

Like all TUF components, this board focuses on durability and stability . The components are tested to military standards, and the power supply is powerful enough for CPUs like the Ryzen 7 7800X3D – thanks to 14+2 DrMOS power stages and massive VRM cooling .

• Advantages:

  • ✅ Solid power supply (14+2), also suitable for more powerful CPUs

  • ✅ PCIe 5.0 for GPU and M.2 SSD – ready for the next generation of graphics cards

  • ✅ Wi-Fi 6E , Bluetooth 5.2 & 2.5G LAN integrated – perfect for streaming & gaming

  • ✅ Robust construction (TUF components, passive heat sinks), ideal for continuous operation

  • ✅ Many USB ports (including USB-C front and rear), Q-LED for easy troubleshooting

• Disadvantages:

  • ❌ No RGB overkill (a plus for some, “too plain” for others)

  • ❌ Only one PCIe x16 slot – multi-GPU setups are out

  • ❌ No DDR4 support (like all AM5 boards) – DDR5 is mandatory

Conclusion: The TUF B650-E WiFi is the perfect balance of stability, features, and future-proofing . Ideal for gamers who want performance but aren't immediately eyeing a high-end board in the €400 range. It supports all current features , is easy to install, and is highly recommended for a long-lasting gaming PC. It costs €138 on Amazon .

Power supply: be quiet! Straight Power 12 750W ATX 3.0

The be quiet! Straight Power 12 750W is a modern ATX 3.0 power supply, ready for upcoming graphics cards with a 12V HPWR connector. Tests confirm its excellent quality and high efficiency – it operates very quietly (tomshardware.com ). It also features fully modular cable management. According to Tom's Hardware, it delivers "excellent quality and performance" with nearly silent operation (tomshardware.com ).

• Advantages: Excellent workmanship, precise voltage regulation, very quiet operation (tomshardware.com ). 750 W is sufficient for a powerful system. ATX 3.1 compliant (†or ATX 3.0) for the latest GPUs (tomshardware.com ).

• Cons: Only 750 W – no room for extreme systems (a 4090 plus multiple HDDs could push the envelope). No "hybrid" fan mode (fan always runs when the power supply is active). An adapter for 12V HPWR is required (large 16-pin connector for older PSUs).

CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7600X vs. Ryzen 7 7800X3D

Two strong candidates, depending on budget and focus:

• Ryzen 5 7600X: 6 cores, 12 threads, base clock speed of 4.7 GHz, boost speed up to 5.3 GHz. This chip is currently the fastest gaming processor in its price range (~$300) at tomshardware.com or €198 at Amazon . It boasts lightning-fast single-core performance and efficiency, perfect for gaming.

  • Advantages: Peak performance per core, less expensive than the 8-core model, lower power consumption (105 W TDP). It often leads the way in games at $300 (tomshardware.com) or €198 ( Amazon ). Support for DDR5 and PCIe5 (with AM5).

  • Disadvantages: Only 6 cores, less performance in highly parallel applications (video encoding, etc.). No additional L3 cache (no 3D V-Cache), therefore somewhat more susceptible to CPU bottlenecks at very high frame rates. No PCIe 4.0 support? (Yes, the AM5 platform can handle all channels.)

• Ryzen 7 7800X3D: 8 cores, 16 threads, clock speed approximately 3.4–5.0 GHz, 3D V-Cache (96 MB) . According to tests, this model is considered the fastest gaming CPU ever – even beating significantly more expensive processors (tomshardware.com ). The huge cache results in noticeable frame rate improvements in games.

  • Advantages: More cores and a massive L3 cache thanks to 3D V-Cache – ideal for CPU-limited games. Top-of-the-line gaming CPU, efficient in power consumption (tomshardware.com ). Future-proof for upcoming games.

  • Cons: Very high price (~$450) or €396 on Amazon . The L3 cache is soldered in place, no manual overclocking possible. In non-gaming workloads (e.g., rendering), it lags behind a non-3D chip with a higher clock speed. AM5 only (no DDR4), 105 W TDP.

Conclusion: The 7600X offers excellent gaming performance at a lower price. The 7800X3D maximizes every frame rate, but is expensive and more suitable for hardcore gamers. Choose based on your budget and intended use!

CPU cooler: be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5

The Dark Rock Pro 5 is a dual-tower air cooler and essentially the flagship of be quiet's lineup (without RGB). It features two high-quality Silent Wings fans (135 mm and 120 mm) and stands out for its substantial weight (~1.1 kg) and height (168 mm). According to testing, it only outperforms the top model (with RGB): its cooling performance is excellent and its noise level is extremely low (anandtech.com ). At approximately $80, it costs only a fraction of the Elite model (anandtech.com ).

• Advantages: Very high cooling performance for Ryzen CPUs, extremely quiet operation (especially at low loads) anandtech.com . Good build quality, including high-quality fans. Costs significantly less than similarly powerful RGB coolers (approx. $80) anandtech.com . Fits AM4/AM5 (and Intel LGA1700).

• Cons: Huge and heavy – leaves little room for tall RAM sticks under the cooler. No RGB LEDs (probably a plus for purists, despite the German terminology). Moderately priced, but a simpler tower cooler costs a bit more.

Price on Amazon : 74 euros.

RAM: Corsair Vengeance DDR5-6000 CL30 (2×16 GB)

We chose a fast DDR5-6000 kit, CL30 (30-36-36) from Corsair – suitable for the AM5 platform. AMD officially recommends 6000 MT/s as the sweet spot for Ryzen 7000 ( corsair.com) . The combination of high clock speed and low CAS latency delivers the best performance in games. Notebookcheck lists the Corsair kit (2×16 GB, DDR5-6000 CL30) as one of its top recommendations for Ryzen 7000 boards - notebookcheck.net .

• Advantages: DDR5-6000 CL30 offers full data throughput with acceptable latency – ideal according to AMD's specifications - corsair.com . Corsair Vengeance is considered very reliable and well-tested - notebookcheck.net . The total 32 GB is future-proof for gaming and streaming.

• Disadvantages: More expensive than slower RAM. Higher speeds (e.g., 7200 MHz) are possible, but result in little additional cost at higher latencies. DDR5 draws more power (approx. 1.4 V)—this is normal.

Amazon price: 104,- Euro

RTX 5070 vs. RTX 4060 – Which graphics chip is right for you?

The choice between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 and the new RTX 5070 PRIME OC depends largely on what you really need: Maximum performance with future security – or an efficient entry into modern gaming?

In this comparison, we compare the two cards neutrally and show for whom which model is better suited.

📊 Technical data at a glance

🟢 Advantages of the RTX 4060

✅ Efficient & energy-saving
With only 115 W TDP, the RTX 4060 is perfect for compact, quiet systems and smaller power supplies.

✅ Price-performance queen for 1080p
Ideal for gamers with Full HD monitors: Many current titles run on Ultra at 60+ FPS – on a low budget.

✅ DLSS 3 included
Despite its lower price, it offers AI-assisted upscaling and frame generation.

✅ Lower system requirements
No high-end power supply or case required – getting started made easy.

✅ Less waste heat, easier to cool
Ideal for air-cooled builds or Mini-ITX setups.

🔵 Advantages of the RTX 5070 PRIME OC

✅ Significantly more performance (up to +80%)
In 1440p and 4K, the RTX 5070 delivers almost twice as many FPS as the RTX 4060 – especially with ray tracing.

✅ Future-proof thanks to Blackwell & DLSS 4
Latest architecture with multi-frame generation, ray reconstruction and AI acceleration.

✅ More VRAM & Bandwidth
12 GB GDDR7 ensures stable performance with high-resolution textures and mods.

✅ High-end encoding for creators
With AV1 encoder (Gen 9) it is perfect for streamers, video editors and AI workflows.

✅ Ideal for large monitors & 144Hz displays
Those who play in 1440p or 4K benefit massively – especially with ray tracing enabled.

🎮 Gaming comparison in practice

Conclusion: The RTX 4060 is sufficient for current games in Full HD and, with slight limitations, also in WQHD. The RTX 5070 is ideal if you want to play everything at full speed—or if you're investing in the future anyway.

🧠 Which card is suitable for whom?

⚖️ Neutral conclusion check:

• The RTX 4060 is a clever entry into the RTX world: efficient, affordable, with DLSS on board and ideal for 1080p.

• RTX 5070 is future-proof and powerful : more memory, better architecture, powerful features for gamers and creatives.

👉 If you want to get started today at a reasonable price, the RTX 4060 is the right choice.
👉 If you have high demands – or don’t want to upgrade later – you’re better off choosing the RTX 5070.

Overall conclusion: Your gaming PC 2025 – step by step to the high-end dream

Here you can see a clear calculation of your PC costs:

• Basic components : approx. €695

• With Ryzen 5 7600X + RTX 4070 Super : approx. €1,485

• With Ryzen 7 7800X3D + RTX 5070 : approx. €1,745

By cleverly purchasing components on installments, you can build a truly powerful gaming PC by 2025 without any financial investment. The setup presented here shows that you don't have to buy everything at once—you can upgrade step by step while still relying on high-quality, future-proof hardware.

What do you get?

• A well-designed case with top ventilation and USB-C front (be quiet! 500DX)

• A robust, modern motherboard with PCIe 5.0, WiFi 6E, and powerful VRMs (TUF B650-E)

• A quiet, efficient ATX 3.0 power supply for future graphics cards (Straight Power 12)

• A powerful CPU – either budget-friendly (Ryzen 5 7600X) or top-of-the-line for gaming (Ryzen 7 7800X3D)

• An extremely quiet, high-quality CPU cooler (Dark Rock Pro 5)

• Fast DDR5 RAM with optimal clock speed for Ryzen CPUs (Corsair Vengeance 6000 CL30)

• And depending on your requirements, a solid RTX 4060 or the powerful, future-proof RTX 5070

💡 Who is this build suitable for?
This PC is aimed at demanding gamers who want performance, quality, and upgradeability without breaking the bank. Thanks to its modern platform (AM5), good cooling, and efficient power supply, it's ready for all upcoming games and GPU upgrades.

🎯 In short:
Whether you want to start with 1080p or go all out with 1440p/4K, this setup leaves you with all the options. Technically sophisticated, visually clean, quiet, and future-proof. Perfect for those who want to buy smart now and get even more out of it later .

✅ Tip: If you start with the RTX 4060, you can easily upgrade to a 5070 or even a 5080 later – the power supply and platform will keep pace. This way, your PC will grow stronger with you.

Feel free to write your opinion in the comments.

Stay nerdy,

Your Thomas