A monitor. So many first timer’s don’t have one yet, or are using an old one and leave out the budget for a new one. All that fancy new gear you’re putting all your time into building wont net you squat if you’re viewing it on your mom’s 10 year old potato screen. In order to actually see the performance of your…

When I start a build I think about balance. I try to match the CPU to the GPU and put a sufficient amount of RAM inside to handle the workloads. I also make sure to have sufficient power. Saving $50 on a PSU may likely cost you much more down the road. I always think about expansion and the potential power…