That feeling you when hit the power button and all the rgb comes to life is just amazing. That self satisfaction like " wow i really just built this" and as you get into the bios, install windows, install drivers and start to game you realize. I have become addicted to pc building/gaming, this wasn't bad at all i can do this again. 😀 built 3 systems in one year aww man it was awesome. Who ever want to build their first system you can do it.
You forgot something. That moment of sheer terror where you think everything is installed correctly and you push the power button and nothing happens. You get that feeling of anger, frustration and defeat only to find out hours later that you either forgot to plug the power cable in or the power supply's power switch was turned off...
@@icanseeall-inthisreality lol. Ever worked in tech support? I'm an IT tech at a school district and a frustratingly large number of "emergency" tickets ended up being a power strip not plugged in to the wall outlet or the power strip is turned off. You'd be surprised at the large amount of simple things people overlook.
@@JJFlores197 sorry i mis spoke i was meant to say normal and unaffected by fluoride people. sorry but in my head i think of people as normal and anyone else that stupid either a child or an animal so i forgot to put that in my comment. normal unaffected by fluoride and without brain cell damage people. thanks for pointing out that i need to use my words better for people like yourself to understand.
I remember being in high school following your $650 gaming pc builds and here I am now doing an almost $2500 build. I just bought the ram and cooler I’ll buy it slowly I’m so excited, Austin you always help me and I’ll always trust your builds
This is a huge help, actually doing my first build later today!!! I like how personable you guys are and especially the knowledge you bring to it. You make something already fun and exciting even more fun and exciting!!!!
YOOOO ME TOO. well not today but soon when the components arrive. I’m buzzing just thinking about how I’m going to have my first ever desktop PC. I’ve owned laptops (slow ones, not meant for gaming ngl) but something about PCs just make me feel some type of way.
@@pepparody not as quickly as an Austin Evans build 😆. We’re up and running but waiting on a Argb to Rgb hub as currently the only thing lit up is my GPU. Also…. what cable management lol. Might do a video later going over everything.
Great video. Went to micro center with grandson, bought parts you describe in video (no pink case) and built it in about 8 hrs. He is thrilled. Thank you. It works good.
The motherboard manual is an excellent resource. It will have a map of the motherboard with all those connections labeled in a more readable font. Indicate where to install RAM first. Or other common questions.
This is my first build guide. I am unfamiliar with all of these parts. I’m feeling like how I felt watching my first makeup tutorial when I was in high school, but as with that learning curve I am bound and determined to make it happen! No more console Sims for me and I refuse to overpay for something I am perfectly capable of doing myself! (At least, someday) Still, this is going to be a long, long process.
This is my first time watching Austin. He is very thorough, so if you've never done a build before, he's probably the one to watch. While many others out there have PC build tutorials, I think this is the most thorough, most detailed explanations from picking parts to installing, that I have seen. That being said, he did things in a bit of an odd order in my opinion, but that doesn't mean it's wrong. And I am by no means an expert. My recommendation to a first time builder...Watch this, and a few other build tutorials, all the way through BEFORE you start to build. This will ensure you know all the steps that are coming, and you don't have to redo things as you go, hopefully. Then, pick your favorite tutorial and watch it while you are building, pausing as needed. Definitely keep any manuals nearby. The motherboard manual is particularly helpful as it is likely easier to read than the motherboard itself as far as diagrams. Then enjoy building! As Austin says, it isn't as scary as it seems. In general, building a PC is easier than many think once you have the parts.
please remember to update the firmware on any 1 or 2tb 980/990 pro you might be using. potential longevity and/or reporting issues have been in the news cycle recently. pretty sure the 980 pro fw update is live & the 990 pro fw update seems likely to drop fairly soon.
I've built several PCs in my day, but I still love watching your guides every year. They're very entertaining and good to see if any new tech I can't get my hands on. lol
Hey there! Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I'm a big fan of tech guides too. If you're looking for something handy and efficient to keep your desktop spotless, you might want to check out the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule. It's got powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, making cleaning a breeze. Plus, it's reasonably priced compared to other brands. Definitely worth considering! Enjoy your PC building adventures! 👍
Hey there! As a fellow PC enthusiast, I highly recommend checking out the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule. It's a game-changer when it comes to keeping your desktop clean. With its powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, it's an efficient tool for maintaining a spotless environment. Plus, it's reasonably priced compared to other brands. Definitely worth considering!
Thanks for this video! Literally built my first ever PC this weekend and had your video paused and played for hours taking me through every step of the way.
First PC building video i've watched, and I can say I've learned a TON. I have a 1yr old 3070Ti pre-build and I know NOTHING about it. This has helped tremendously and I can now say I'm confident enough to maintain things myself. Time to binge watch the previous years! 😆
Been watching your content since 2016, even made my own How to build a PC video based off of your guides! Really inspiring the next generation of Tech enthusiats, and TH-camrs for that matter. Keep it up, my man! ❤❤
First time builder here, and the help of this video took all the anxiety of building a PC away. I always see the TikTok builds and think "no way I can do it like that." But 10/10 on the video
Thank you so much for this! I will be building my first pc soon and have been really struggling picking parts. So excited you picked a pink case no one ever does and that's what I've been wanting!
Hey there! I'm glad you found the article helpful and I totally get your excitement about the pink case. Building your own PC is such a rewarding experience. By the way, have you heard about the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule? It's a fantastic tool for keeping your PC and other spaces clean. It's compact, powerful, and has multiple uses. Check it out if you're interested! 👍🖥️
@@CarrieFinley-g1myou won’t just trust yourself and have a steady hand, but a tip I will give is to ground yourself with your power supply by plugging it in and then touching it every so often
@@TheZoenGaming it was 2TB drives that were found with the issue and submitted to them to track it down. They didn't rule out that it could happen on any size drive that is running on the old 3Bxxx firmware, they just didn't see any with it happening. Best bet is to just makes sure any model of the 980 Pro is not on that firmware and if it is, update it.
@@joee7452 I think that you replied to the wrong person. I'm aware that both the 980 and 990 series had the bad firmware, but only the 2TB models had that firmware, the 1TB and smaller drives did not.
Wow! Absolutely amazing video! I starting to build my first PC in over 20 years and while I remember the fundamentals however I knew I needed to update myself on many details that have changed. This video alone has taken all my doubts and I’m ready to build!!!
just finished my first build today! everything is working as it should and all the components have that new part smell, it's amazing, the chasis, CPU, GPU, Mobo, PSU, all of it, just amazingly put together! thank you so much for this guide, and with certain AM4/5 Air coolers, it has been a bit of a challenge to line it all up when the Motherboard was installed into the Chasis.
@@i-love-feet698 the pin headers for the front panel was a difficult part, but everything else seemed to be easy enough, connecting power supply cables all to the motherboard and graphics cards worked well enough, system and cpu fans to the motherboard were straightforward, only thing I would be extremely patient about are those front panel pin headers. Follow the manual, it will help
Hey Austin I used your how to build a $1k gaming pc video back in 2015ish and to this day that rig is still running strong and can play decently on 1080p. Finally going to upgrade and of course I thought of your tutorials!!!! Thank you so much
Enable resizable BAR too! I think most newer mobos and BIOSs do this by default, but older ones may not. You will not get peak performance, especially from Intel GPUs, but also from Red and Green as well, and I haven’t seen a single tutorial that has mentioned this with current gen GPUs.
Hey there, {{3}}! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I appreciate the extra tips you mentioned. By the way, have you heard about the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule? It's a cool device that combines vacuuming and blowing capabilities for easy cleaning and maintenance. It's been getting some positive reviews in the tech community. Might be worth checking out! Keep up the great work with your PC building endeavors! 👍
Thank you so much, tbh i dont think I would ever make my first PC without this tutorial. Good job and continue to help more people! :D Also this is one of the most specific tutorials that are not from 10 years ago
I’ve watched this video 3 times now from start to finish. I have watched many, many other pc building tutorials as well in the past. I probably have over 20 hours worth of watching pc build guides. But I am still not confident in building a pc. Every time I watch a build guide a realize something new. Hopefully I will get the courage to spend $2500 on a build similar to Austin’s a take it upon myself to build my dream pc. I will need it soon because my current pc has an i3, no gpu, and 8gb of 3200mhz ram and I need to upgrade for work (and personal use of course).
Try going to local thrift store and find a cheap desktop pc. Pop that bad boy open and just mess with stuff. Unplug things and plug back in, take out the gpu and put it back in, get the feeling of how much pressure to put on it. Take out the cpu, look at it, look at the pins just study random things. You can watch a million videos but nothing compares to actual field work. Good luck !
This was a a great tutorial! I built my PC three years ago but I still enjoyed it either way! Just an FYI, you should have gave a warning about the Samsung NVME drives crashing.
11th series and you are being articulately informative for people who watching it for the first time and learning what too lookout for building a PC. I really appreciate it!
The absolute goat Even though I had to deviate from the guide a lot due to some hardware differences and case clearance issues, this tutorial was still a solid guide from start to finish and I’m glad I watched yours The other tutorial I watched was filled to the brim with a ton of information but this one told me the relevant information at the relevant times clearly and concisely. Information is great but some guides overwhelm you with too much info at once!
Hey there! As a fellow tech enthusiast, I completely understand the struggle of finding a reliable and efficient cleaning solution for our tech setups. If you're looking for a versatile and compact tool, I highly recommend the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule. Its powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, along with its long-lasting battery and lightweight design, make it a great addition to any cleaning routine. Plus, its reasonable price point compared to other brands makes it even more appealing. Let me know if you have any other questions or if there's anything else I can help you with!
Hey, {{3}}! As a fellow tech enthusiast, I highly recommend checking out the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule. It's a game-changer for keeping your desktop setup clean and dust-free. With its powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, it's perfect for maintaining a spotless environment. Plus, it offers some useful features like keyboard cleaning and even inflating items quickly. It's definitely a handy tool worth considering for your tech arsenal! 😊
I have been debating if I should get a prebuilt pc or a custom built one for quite some time now, and I was originally going to buy a prebuilt, but this video inspired me to go with a custom-built pc. I still haven't built a pc yet because I don't have enough money to buy decent parts (please recommend good budget parts if you can), but I know for sure that this will be the guide I use when I build my pc. Keep up the great work!
I'm currently commenting from the exact build from this video! This guide was fantastic, and helped a ton for a non experienced person like me. Thanks for making this, Austin!
I know it might be a little advanced to look into but I think it would have been good to mention when choosing an air or watercooling solution for your cpu the most important thing to look at is the TDP that the cooler can handle which will give you relative insight into what cpu that specific cooler can handle. I know that every company has different TDP specs and they are not 1:1 but it will give you an idea if the cooler you choose will be able to compensate for the heat per watt that the cpu is putting out.
We all know the most important part is the RGB and Display Screen when choosing your watercooling solution for CPU. lol j/k. But seriously, I'm loving the Corsair iCUE H100i ELITE LCD Display Liquid CPU Cooler. It's by far the best CPU cooler I've owned.
As someone who came here for information on doing my first build there's a few things he didn't mention th as I came here specifically for knowledge of
I’m watching this as I’m planning on building my own PC sometime next year as my near 5 year old gaming laptop crapped out. I have listed some parts I’m interested in getting, but it doesn’t hurt to do start doing some research at this time.
if i had a store like that in my country, i would 100% have learned how to build my own pc instead of buying prebuilds or if i had a friend like Austin that knows everything about pc to guide me through building one
I’ve watched this video at least 20 times. It’s super helpful I just ordered everything to build my very first pc. And once I go to build it im gonna watch this again. The fact that you go through everything step by step is super helpful. Im nervous that I’ll get everything hooked up but it won’t turn on. If that’s the case I won’t know what to do to trouble shoot it since I know very little about building them
Update: I built it yesterday. I did have to trouble shoot a little bit but I finally got it up and going. I am only getting 60 fps bc my gpu isn’t reaching its full potential. I have to figure out how to fix that
@@nergigante. I did it man!! Thank you. It was actually easier then expected. I followed this video step by step. Now I’m building my girl one as well!! Good luck man you got this
I couldn't help but laugh a little when i realized that you picked out both the same ram and ssd that i got, i only went with a 2 TB ssd instead of 1 TB ssd but that is still so cool, btw i've loved all of these tech videos and this is honestly making me more comfy going into making my first ever gaming pc, the only think i'm missing is the cpu, the graphics card and the cpu cooler, other then those and i'm good to go and i will honestly use this video and the 2022 one to help me make sure i actually set it up correctly, so Austin, thank you so much man, you rock my guy.
TWO THINGS ... 1) I have been building bare bones tower systems since mid-1990's and this is BY FAR the best and most complete tutorial have seen in all that time ... kudos to you! 2) The most scary part is NOT the CPU install, its the CPU COOLER install ... I mean you are discussing fans, radiator, and coolant ... heck, thats more like a car engine than a computer LOL
This is the man who taught me how not to be scared of building a computer. Thank you for introducing and teaching me and other individuals about all things tech.
I’ve always been scared to build a pc because I thought I would break something(ironic for a person majoring in the tech field). After watching this, I realized how easy it is! Wish me luck guys!
I've been saving up for all of 2022 for a new tower, so this helps A LOT! I'm only mid tier when building so when it comes to compatibility it's nice to know your tips to help.
I was really considering buying a pre built until I saw this video. Thanks austin for inspiring me to build a custom pc. Hopefully in a couple of months I will be building my own pc.
Honestly, I’m new to pc’s and want to do a build around Christmas time, and all of these components look super promising. I definitely think I’ll be using all if not most of them. Thanks!!
It's always interesting seeing different peoples processes when building a pc, for me I always do board prep first, get it in the case and connect the connectors. Then the GPU goes in, then the power supply. I don't know why I put the power supply in last, I guess it's because I dont want to deal with all those chonky cables round the back when im dealing with all the other cables at the same time.
THANK YOUUU SOOO MUUUCCCHHH!!!! I got it working!! This is my FIRST time building a custom PC btw.. I just need to install Windows and the drivers, etc.
I would recommend stepping up to a 280 or 360 all in one cooler over a 240. These modern processors run very hot and the boost clocks are very dependent on temperatures. If you have the physical room to go bigger than 240 I would always recommend to go larger.
You’re literally one of the nicest people I’ve ever met. I don’t know if you remember but you were in Palos Verdes and it was either at the Trump Golf Course or Terranea. You were so polite and took a picture with me. You even jokes around about my “Not So Ultimate Nintendo Switch.” Haha. Because of that day I will always be subscribed and will always be watching. Not because you stopped to take a picture with me. But the fact I could tell it wasn’t a bother to you and that you really enjoy meeting your fans. Love your channel dude!
If you go AMD make sure your RAM 6000 CL32 or better. AMD is really RAM speed sensitive. Micro Center is running some killer deals. 7900X, RAM, Motherboard combo for 599.99 and if you buy the combo you can also get a 6950XT graphics card for $649.99 (which will match the 4070TI if properly setup)
@@dotcom624 CL timing are part of what makes RAM fast. The speed and timings determine the performance example DDR4 3200 cl16 and 3600 cl18 RAM will perform roughly the same. Your performance comparison can be determined by this formula - Absolute latency = (CAS latency*2000) / Frequency
I just realized that on my pc I built in January, I only installed one CPU power supply connector instead of both that came with the PSU. Thanks Austin!
Austin, thank you for posting an updated video on building a gaming pc. I will sure to use this video as a reference guide when I start building my own. You rock! Also, since you shop a lot at Micro Center, can you somehow ask cooperate if they can build a store here in FL. PLLLLLLEEEEEAAAAAASE!! Lol!
thank you so much austin! I am 13 and am building my first gaming pc. Ive watched so many of your videos before i ever thought about buying parts that i knew what to do with evering but the cables so thank you!
The important things were forgoten: 1. Case: you should look forward to remove the power supply directly from the back (it is a special backplate needed for it) otherwise you dont have access to your cables after installation 2. SSD: more important is the MTBF value or the value which says how many terra bytes you can write before failing - of course also speeds but samsung is very bad at that value 3. Cooling: every AIO (280+)is better for cooling than air you should look to get a copper only solution 4. CPU: Bending problems on the L1700 socket should make you use a special socket - it brings you up to 10 degrees celsius lower cooling performance maybe there are some more those little things but those were the most important ones
actually this video is a best example for a bad case. what if you want the hard drive cage? guys do not buy a case where you must slide the PSU in from the side !!!!!!!!
This is the best tutorial out right now and defitnely reccomend its crazy how all of my parts matched up with the general specfication so it was much easier to do
I’ll be graduating university soon and this is what I want to gift myself (with a little effort put in!) so I’m learning all that I can now! Thanks a lot for the insight!!
@@nugget1136 You could probable look at the components on the 3 different builds of the prebuilt PCs they have and see how much each part costs, I know for the player 2 build with the 4070 GPU it's like around $1300 if you buy all the parts and put it together yourself?
Hey austin. I've watched your content since 2019, and the first video from you I've watched was the ultimate Xbox 360. You, alongside Linus and Bitwit opened my eyes to the whole universe behind computers. I feel like I'm close to get a new PC, and if I do, it's largely thanks to you. Thank you, Austin.
I literally was checking 2 days ago if you had uploaded this because this year might be the year now that I'm only a little broke and I'm so exited, thank you for be such an amazing guide and I hope that this year I can actually use it ❤️
For someone new I would imagine it is great that you started with CPU's becasue I can imagine being new to PC and looking at all the different processor sku's and just wanting to tear my hair out. There are so many options for the CPU atm its insane!
Great job. Note: Hardware Unboxed just released a video on AMD not playing nice with anything but DDR5- 6000 CL30 RAM. Fairly large FPS drops on the other speeds of RAM.
I’m building my first PC ever and I will buy everything you suggested. I purchased RTX 4070 ti OC from PNY. Next up is the motherboard :) Hopefully I’ll manage to make it by the end of this year. Wish me luck! 😂
Hey dude I'm doing the exact same thing . I bought the 4070ti zotac oc . Now I have all the rest to get haha. It will take me a month . While all I eat is beans and drink water hahaha
I finished my build and had everything up and running around Friday of last week, I also installed windows on Sunday, everything seemed kinda hard to me before I started but as soon as I did it was very simple, although I took 3 hours lol
I can't begin to express how great - informative- well done camera work - as well as overall presentation. My old pc from cyberpower has reached the end.I was almost ready to go prebuilt again because of lack of overall confidence for building myself considering how much a good rig really cost. You have converted me 180 degrees. Please chime in anyone,thinking using the exact same parts except gpu just because of money. Priced everything on Amazon and if i bought this prebuilt it would be out of range. I love how you can upgrade later and be fine. Last question,Does each part carry its own warranty ? Once again great video thanks -Gotcha new sub.
I bought the CPU cooler you listed in the description and it didn't come with the A&D brackets that connect to the motherboard. It had the 4 nail screws and the motherboard doesn't have the holes to connect the two together. I'm just going to go with pre-built next time.
Thank you for making this video. This was the first of your videos I watched and did not expect to watch it in its entirety but it was extremely helpful and entertaining. I have been wanting to build my own computer for a long time but did not have the confidence to do it. Just push me over the edge and made me decide to start my own build.
I've been building computers for years, but I still really enjoyed watching this vid. It was nice to just relax and watch someone else build, Generally Speaking.... I had to say it lol.
Not mentionedin the video, but if your I/O shield is not attached to your motherboard already, be very careful. For some unknown reason motherboard manufacturers love to make these things razor sharp and you can easily cut yourself on them.
@@miniman235 I found it very helpful! I really don’t know much about PCs at all, but I was able to follow this one comfortably, even though my PC is different. Make sure you look up videos for what to do after you build it, because there’s still things to be done
Hello, thanks very much for creating this very helpful video. I built my 1st game pc successfully. Thanks very much. I also like the Minecraft video. My pc is built similar to the minecraft build mainly because I wanted to play with the Patrix resource pack.
That feeling you when hit the power button and all the rgb comes to life is just amazing. That self satisfaction like " wow i really just built this" and as you get into the bios, install windows, install drivers and start to game you realize. I have become addicted to pc building/gaming, this wasn't bad at all i can do this again. 😀 built 3 systems in one year aww man it was awesome. Who ever want to build their first system you can do it.
You forgot something. That moment of sheer terror where you think everything is installed correctly and you push the power button and nothing happens. You get that feeling of anger, frustration and defeat only to find out hours later that you either forgot to plug the power cable in or the power supply's power switch was turned off...
@@JJFlores197I don't think that would be an issue for most people, forgetting to plug in the power and forgetting to turn on the power lol.
@@icanseeall-inthisreality lol. Ever worked in tech support? I'm an IT tech at a school district and a frustratingly large number of "emergency" tickets ended up being a power strip not plugged in to the wall outlet or the power strip is turned off. You'd be surprised at the large amount of simple things people overlook.
@@JJFlores197 sorry i mis spoke i was meant to say normal and unaffected by fluoride people. sorry but in my head i think of people as normal and anyone else that stupid either a child or an animal so i forgot to put that in my comment. normal unaffected by fluoride and without brain cell damage people. thanks for pointing out that i need to use my words better for people like yourself to understand.
@@JJFlores197 when i say people i don't mean animals. maybe you understand now cheers.
I remember being in high school following your $650 gaming pc builds and here I am now doing an almost $2500 build. I just bought the ram and cooler I’ll buy it slowly I’m so excited, Austin you always help me and I’ll always trust your builds
That’s sad
@@johnlemma401 why? A guy enjoying his hobby
@@johnlemma401 sad? mad or smth?
@@johnlemma401 i love NBA Youngboy
@@heyolorenns yb better yb diff yb da goat 🗣🗣🗣
This is a huge help, actually doing my first build later today!!!
I like how personable you guys are and especially the knowledge you bring to it. You make something already fun and exciting even more fun and exciting!!!!
YOOOO ME TOO. well not today but soon when the components arrive. I’m buzzing just thinking about how I’m going to have my first ever desktop PC. I’ve owned laptops (slow ones, not meant for gaming ngl) but something about PCs just make me feel some type of way.
How did it go?
@@pepparody not as quickly as an Austin Evans build 😆. We’re up and running but waiting on a Argb to Rgb hub as currently the only thing lit up is my GPU. Also…. what cable management lol.
Might do a video later going over everything.
Me too. Doing my first build in 10 days (when the parts arrive)
@@Stabbingparrot how’d it go ?
Great video. Went to micro center with grandson, bought parts you describe in video (no pink case) and built it in about 8 hrs. He is thrilled. Thank you. It works good.
How much was it ?
$2400 for everything including a keyboard and monitor.
@@jerryp967your a great person.
You’re a good grandpa!
what’s wrong with pink case
The motherboard manual is an excellent resource. It will have a map of the motherboard with all those connections labeled in a more readable font. Indicate where to install RAM first. Or other common questions.
Please bring microcentre to the uk. All we have is Pc world and it’s awful. Micro centre would run pc world out of business in 30 days
Same micro center would be so big if they went world wide
We also have PC specialist but their also terrible
I wish that micro center was worldwide especially in the countries near Europe
Centre💀💀💀💀
@@Kingsland_Network?
This is my first build guide. I am unfamiliar with all of these parts. I’m feeling like how I felt watching my first makeup tutorial when I was in high school, but as with that learning curve I am bound and determined to make it happen! No more console Sims for me and I refuse to overpay for something I am perfectly capable of doing myself! (At least, someday) Still, this is going to be a long, long process.
Are you missing any parts still?
gl bbg
This is my first time watching Austin. He is very thorough, so if you've never done a build before, he's probably the one to watch. While many others out there have PC build tutorials, I think this is the most thorough, most detailed explanations from picking parts to installing, that I have seen.
That being said, he did things in a bit of an odd order in my opinion, but that doesn't mean it's wrong. And I am by no means an expert.
My recommendation to a first time builder...Watch this, and a few other build tutorials, all the way through BEFORE you start to build. This will ensure you know all the steps that are coming, and you don't have to redo things as you go, hopefully. Then, pick your favorite tutorial and watch it while you are building, pausing as needed. Definitely keep any manuals nearby. The motherboard manual is particularly helpful as it is likely easier to read than the motherboard itself as far as diagrams.
Then enjoy building! As Austin says, it isn't as scary as it seems. In general, building a PC is easier than many think once you have the parts.
Just to add to the above, literally go watch the LTT tutorial and you're completely set.
please remember to update the firmware on any 1 or 2tb 980/990 pro you might be using. potential longevity and/or reporting issues have been in the news cycle recently. pretty sure the 980 pro fw update is live & the 990 pro fw update seems likely to drop fairly soon.
We need this comment to have more likes. Very important info.
@@OV3RDRIVE24 or even better pinned by austin
@@ShrowdGG Actually, Austin should have realized this and chose another NVMe drive...but that's just obvious.......
The 990 firmware update is also out. I updated mine monday night.
@@lukeperryglover nice, thanks for the update.
I've built several PCs in my day, but I still love watching your guides every year. They're very entertaining and good to see if any new tech I can't get my hands on. lol
Hey there! Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I'm a big fan of tech guides too. If you're looking for something handy and efficient to keep your desktop spotless, you might want to check out the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule. It's got powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, making cleaning a breeze. Plus, it's reasonably priced compared to other brands. Definitely worth considering! Enjoy your PC building adventures! 👍
Hey there! As a fellow PC enthusiast, I highly recommend checking out the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule. It's a game-changer when it comes to keeping your desktop clean. With its powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, it's an efficient tool for maintaining a spotless environment. Plus, it's reasonably priced compared to other brands. Definitely worth considering!
@@innovativeadvertising6463 I SAID BEGONE BOT
Thanks for this video! Literally built my first ever PC this weekend and had your video paused and played for hours taking me through every step of the way.
Micro Center loves Austin, there moods are instantly boosted when they see someone with cameras following them enter
First PC building video i've watched, and I can say I've learned a TON. I have a 1yr old 3070Ti pre-build and I know NOTHING about it. This has helped tremendously and I can now say I'm confident enough to maintain things myself. Time to binge watch the previous years! 😆
Been watching your content since 2016, even made my own How to build a PC video based off of your guides! Really inspiring the next generation of Tech enthusiats, and TH-camrs for that matter. Keep it up, my man! ❤❤
Let’s talk 👆👆thanks for the feedback 🎉.
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First time builder here, and the help of this video took all the anxiety of building a PC away. I always see the TikTok builds and think "no way I can do it like that." But 10/10 on the video
Thank you so much for this! I will be building my first pc soon and have been really struggling picking parts. So excited you picked a pink case no one ever does and that's what I've been wanting!
Hey there! I'm glad you found the article helpful and I totally get your excitement about the pink case. Building your own PC is such a rewarding experience. By the way, have you heard about the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule? It's a fantastic tool for keeping your PC and other spaces clean. It's compact, powerful, and has multiple uses. Check it out if you're interested! 👍🖥️
Who is waiting for How to build a gaming pc in 2024
It’s the same, no? I’m about to build my son a new computer and I’m scared I’m going to mess something up!
me 😭🤚🏼
It's close to the same 2024 will have faster response time but 2023 is almost the same, just few months old tech@@CarrieFinley-g1m
@@CarrieFinley-g1myou won’t just trust yourself and have a steady hand, but a tip I will give is to ground yourself with your power supply by plugging it in and then touching it every so often
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Austin, remember to update the firmware for the Samsung 980 Pro to make sure the drive will not going to the self-downgrading every time you use
Doesn't that only affect the 2TB models?
I thought this was the new 990s?
@@andyandroid5345 Some of the 2 TB 980s have also been affected.
@@TheZoenGaming it was 2TB drives that were found with the issue and submitted to them to track it down. They didn't rule out that it could happen on any size drive that is running on the old 3Bxxx firmware, they just didn't see any with it happening. Best bet is to just makes sure any model of the 980 Pro is not on that firmware and if it is, update it.
@@joee7452 I think that you replied to the wrong person. I'm aware that both the 980 and 990 series had the bad firmware, but only the 2TB models had that firmware, the 1TB and smaller drives did not.
Wow! Absolutely amazing video! I starting to build my first PC in over 20 years and while I remember the fundamentals however I knew I needed to update myself on many details that have changed. This video alone has taken all my doubts and I’m ready to build!!!
just finished my first build today! everything is working as it should and all the components have that new part smell, it's amazing, the chasis, CPU, GPU, Mobo, PSU, all of it, just amazingly put together! thank you so much for this guide, and with certain AM4/5 Air coolers, it has been a bit of a challenge to line it all up when the Motherboard was installed into the Chasis.
Hey man I wanna build one is it easy? Also is putting the wires where they got to go easy?
@@i-love-feet698 the pin headers for the front panel was a difficult part, but everything else seemed to be easy enough, connecting power supply cables all to the motherboard and graphics cards worked well enough, system and cpu fans to the motherboard were straightforward, only thing I would be extremely patient about are those front panel pin headers. Follow the manual, it will help
@@cjallday1130plays ok thanks. U r talking abt the mother board manual tho?
Hey Austin I used your how to build a $1k gaming pc video back in 2015ish and to this day that rig is still running strong and can play decently on 1080p.
Finally going to upgrade and of course I thought of your tutorials!!!! Thank you so much
Enable resizable BAR too! I think most newer mobos and BIOSs do this by default, but older ones may not. You will not get peak performance, especially from Intel GPUs, but also from Red and Green as well, and I haven’t seen a single tutorial that has mentioned this with current gen GPUs.
Good guide. Extra tips: Use an anti static strap. Use velcro for cable management instead of zip ties. Check CPU temp as you boot up into the BIOS.
Hey there, {{3}}! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I appreciate the extra tips you mentioned. By the way, have you heard about the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule? It's a cool device that combines vacuuming and blowing capabilities for easy cleaning and maintenance. It's been getting some positive reviews in the tech community. Might be worth checking out! Keep up the great work with your PC building endeavors! 👍
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Thank you so much, tbh i dont think I would ever make my first PC without this tutorial. Good job and continue to help more people! :D Also this is one of the most specific tutorials that are not from 10 years ago
I’ve watched this video 3 times now from start to finish. I have watched many, many other pc building tutorials as well in the past. I probably have over 20 hours worth of watching pc build guides. But I am still not confident in building a pc. Every time I watch a build guide a realize something new. Hopefully I will get the courage to spend $2500 on a build similar to Austin’s a take it upon myself to build my dream pc. I will need it soon because my current pc has an i3, no gpu, and 8gb of 3200mhz ram and I need to upgrade for work (and personal use of course).
Try going to local thrift store and find a cheap desktop pc. Pop that bad boy open and just mess with stuff. Unplug things and plug back in, take out the gpu and put it back in, get the feeling of how much pressure to put on it. Take out the cpu, look at it, look at the pins just study random things. You can watch a million videos but nothing compares to actual field work. Good luck !
@bigred4340 that's a great idea.,
This was a a great tutorial! I built my PC three years ago but I still enjoyed it either way! Just an FYI, you should have gave a warning about the Samsung NVME drives crashing.
11th series and you are being articulately informative for people who watching it for the first time and learning what too lookout for building a PC.
I really appreciate it!
What a great video to make for literally any level of user. Thank you for this man. A lot of effort went into this and I can tell.
Huge help. I'm a Mac person and haven't build anything in YEARS. This was super straight forward and fun
The absolute goat
Even though I had to deviate from the guide a lot due to some hardware differences and case clearance issues, this tutorial was still a solid guide from start to finish and I’m glad I watched yours
The other tutorial I watched was filled to the brim with a ton of information but this one told me the relevant information at the relevant times clearly and concisely. Information is great but some guides overwhelm you with too much info at once!
Hey there! As a fellow tech enthusiast, I completely understand the struggle of finding a reliable and efficient cleaning solution for our tech setups. If you're looking for a versatile and compact tool, I highly recommend the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule. Its powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, along with its long-lasting battery and lightweight design, make it a great addition to any cleaning routine. Plus, its reasonable price point compared to other brands makes it even more appealing. Let me know if you have any other questions or if there's anything else I can help you with!
Hey, {{3}}! As a fellow tech enthusiast, I highly recommend checking out the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule. It's a game-changer for keeping your desktop setup clean and dust-free. With its powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, it's perfect for maintaining a spotless environment. Plus, it offers some useful features like keyboard cleaning and even inflating items quickly. It's definitely a handy tool worth considering for your tech arsenal! 😊
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@innovativeadvertising6463 If I see you comment again, I will find you
I have been debating if I should get a prebuilt pc or a custom built one for quite some time now, and I was originally going to buy a prebuilt, but this video inspired me to go with a custom-built pc. I still haven't built a pc yet because I don't have enough money to buy decent parts (please recommend good budget parts if you can), but I know for sure that this will be the guide I use when I build my pc. Keep up the great work!
@only right opinion bro😭, i don’t think he’s an idiot
This is perfect for keeping up with trends as I plan my next build for 2038.
lol
@fire nijja
I'm currently commenting from the exact build from this video! This guide was fantastic, and helped a ton for a non experienced person like me. Thanks for making this, Austin!
I know it might be a little advanced to look into but I think it would have been good to mention when choosing an air or watercooling solution for your cpu the most important thing to look at is the TDP that the cooler can handle which will give you relative insight into what cpu that specific cooler can handle. I know that every company has different TDP specs and they are not 1:1 but it will give you an idea if the cooler you choose will be able to compensate for the heat per watt that the cpu is putting out.
Let’s talk 👆👆thanks for the feedback 🎉..
We all know the most important part is the RGB and Display Screen when choosing your watercooling solution for CPU. lol j/k.
But seriously, I'm loving the Corsair iCUE H100i ELITE LCD Display Liquid CPU Cooler. It's by far the best CPU cooler I've owned.
As someone who came here for information on doing my first build there's a few things he didn't mention th as I came here specifically for knowledge of
I’m watching this as I’m planning on building my own PC sometime next year as my near 5 year old gaming laptop crapped out. I have listed some parts I’m interested in getting, but it doesn’t hurt to do start doing some research at this time.
if i had a store like that in my country, i would 100% have learned how to build my own pc instead of buying prebuilds or if i had a friend like Austin that knows everything about pc to guide me through building one
Right, having that store is like 90% of the battle
I’ve watched this video at least 20 times. It’s super helpful I just ordered everything to build my very first pc. And once I go to build it im gonna watch this again. The fact that you go through everything step by step is super helpful. Im nervous that I’ll get everything hooked up but it won’t turn on. If that’s the case I won’t know what to do to trouble shoot it since I know very little about building them
Update: I built it yesterday. I did have to trouble shoot a little bit but I finally got it up and going. I am only getting 60 fps bc my gpu isn’t reaching its full potential. I have to figure out how to fix that
@@KoleTrain_TVgood luck man! I’m trying to build my first one also.
@@nergigante. I did it man!! Thank you. It was actually easier then expected. I followed this video step by step. Now I’m building my girl one as well!! Good luck man you got this
@@KoleTrain_TV glad to hear that and thank you will do!
I couldn't help but laugh a little when i realized that you picked out both the same ram and ssd that i got, i only went with a 2 TB ssd instead of 1 TB ssd but that is still so cool, btw i've loved all of these tech videos and this is honestly making me more comfy going into making my first ever gaming pc, the only think i'm missing is the cpu, the graphics card and the cpu cooler, other then those and i'm good to go and i will honestly use this video and the 2022 one to help me make sure i actually set it up correctly, so Austin, thank you so much man, you rock my guy.
TWO THINGS ... 1) I have been building bare bones tower systems since mid-1990's and this is BY FAR the best and most complete tutorial have seen in all that time ... kudos to you! 2) The most scary part is NOT the CPU install, its the CPU COOLER install ... I mean you are discussing fans, radiator, and coolant ... heck, thats more like a car engine than a computer LOL
This is the man who taught me how not to be scared of building a computer. Thank you for introducing and teaching me and other individuals about all things tech.
I’ve always been scared to build a pc because I thought I would break something(ironic for a person majoring in the tech field). After watching this, I realized how easy it is! Wish me luck guys!
I've been saving up for all of 2022 for a new tower, so this helps A LOT! I'm only mid tier when building so when it comes to compatibility it's nice to know your tips to help.
Just watch LTT. They have amazing tutorials.
This is a scam don’t fall for it. He is not the real Austin
@@gamingmax9455 What do you mean? I gave him my SSN and he said he’s sending me a brand new X Box pro and AirPods.
@@FatLabRatur prob joking but if u fr gave ur ssn youre stupid af
@@rukantis8553 why does that make me stupid?
I used your 2021 and 2022 guides when I built my first gaming PC back in October. I was so proud when it posted on the first try. ^_^
I was really considering buying a pre built until I saw this video. Thanks austin for inspiring me to build a custom pc. Hopefully in a couple of months I will be building my own pc.
Let’s talk 👆👆thanks for the feedback 🎉
did you build
Honestly, I’m new to pc’s and want to do a build around Christmas time, and all of these components look super promising. I definitely think I’ll be using all if not most of them. Thanks!!
It's always interesting seeing different peoples processes when building a pc, for me I always do board prep first, get it in the case and connect the connectors. Then the GPU goes in, then the power supply. I don't know why I put the power supply in last, I guess it's because I dont want to deal with all those chonky cables round the back when im dealing with all the other cables at the same time.
THANK YOUUU SOOO MUUUCCCHHH!!!! I got it working!! This is my FIRST time building a custom PC btw.. I just need to install Windows and the drivers, etc.
I would recommend stepping up to a 280 or 360 all in one cooler over a 240. These modern processors run very hot and the boost clocks are very dependent on temperatures. If you have the physical room to go bigger than 240 I would always recommend to go larger.
You’re literally one of the nicest people I’ve ever met. I don’t know if you remember but you were in Palos Verdes and it was either at the Trump Golf Course or Terranea. You were so polite and took a picture with me. You even jokes around about my “Not So Ultimate Nintendo Switch.” Haha. Because of that day I will always be subscribed and will always be watching. Not because you stopped to take a picture with me. But the fact I could tell it wasn’t a bother to you and that you really enjoy meeting your fans. Love your channel dude!
If you go AMD make sure your RAM 6000 CL32 or better. AMD is really RAM speed sensitive. Micro Center is running some killer deals. 7900X, RAM, Motherboard combo for 599.99 and if you buy the combo you can also get a 6950XT graphics card for $649.99 (which will match the 4070TI if properly setup)
Let’s talk 👆👆thanks for the feedback 🎉
Yes exactly! Hardware Unboxed just today released a video that 5200 is to slow for Ryzen!
LTT just had a video where lower MT/s RAM killed the faster stuff because the CL was lower. Faster is not always better.
@@dotcom624 CL timing are part of what makes RAM fast. The speed and timings determine the performance example DDR4 3200 cl16 and 3600 cl18 RAM will perform roughly the same. Your performance comparison can be determined by this formula - Absolute latency = (CAS latency*2000) / Frequency
I just realized that on my pc I built in January, I only installed one CPU power supply connector instead of both that came with the PSU. Thanks Austin!
Austin, thank you for posting an updated video on building a gaming pc. I will sure to use this video as a reference guide when I start building my own. You rock! Also, since you shop a lot at Micro Center, can you somehow ask cooperate if they can build a store here in FL. PLLLLLLEEEEEAAAAAASE!! Lol!
I'm not sure if you have heard by now, but they are building one in Miami and planning to open sometime in 2024!
thank you so much austin! I am 13 and am building my first gaming pc. Ive watched so many of your videos before i ever thought about buying parts that i knew what to do with evering but the cables so thank you!
The important things were forgoten:
1. Case: you should look forward to remove the power supply directly from the back (it is a special backplate needed for it) otherwise you dont have access to your cables after installation
2. SSD: more important is the MTBF value or the value which says how many terra bytes you can write before failing - of course also speeds but samsung is very bad at that value
3. Cooling: every AIO (280+)is better for cooling than air you should look to get a copper only solution
4. CPU: Bending problems on the L1700 socket should make you use a special socket - it brings you up to 10 degrees celsius lower cooling performance
maybe there are some more those little things but those were the most important ones
actually this video is a best example for a bad case. what if you want the hard drive cage? guys do not buy a case where you must slide the PSU in from the side !!!!!!!!
How much did you spend over all? Great video by the way it was very helpful
This is the best tutorial out right now and defitnely reccomend its crazy how all of my parts matched up with the general specfication so it was much easier to do
Just for the ppl curious this build will cost around $1800 without that case.
I’ll be graduating university soon and this is what I want to gift myself (with a little effort put in!) so I’m learning all that I can now! Thanks a lot for the insight!!
Can u do A budget Pc next
Just finished building mine u the goat
i don’t even have enough money for a pc i’m just watching wanting one😢
huge help!!!,your channel is soooo helpfull,fun,and inspiring!😀😀😀
What was the total cost of that pc build
Motherboard $220
Ram $100
Thermal paste $15.00
Liam li cooler $105
Casing $90
Solid state drive(SSD) $85
CPU $350
Graphics card $850
Total $1,815
THIS IS THE BEST WALK THROUGH EVER!!! LOVE YOU ALOT
Now I know why prebuilds are so much more expensive. I ain't doin allat
First time building a PC, and this guide I feel will greatly end up helping, thank you!
How much are you spending on it? I’ve been saving for awhile but I’m not really sure what my budget should be
@@nugget1136 You could probable look at the components on the 3 different builds of the prebuilt PCs they have and see how much each part costs, I know for the player 2 build with the 4070 GPU it's like around $1300 if you buy all the parts and put it together yourself?
Petition to modify this case to look even more like a Minecraft pig
Hey austin. I've watched your content since 2019, and the first video from you I've watched was the ultimate Xbox 360. You, alongside Linus and Bitwit opened my eyes to the whole universe behind computers. I feel like I'm close to get a new PC, and if I do, it's largely thanks to you. Thank you, Austin.
Me watching this with my gtx 950 😂
by far the most straightforward and easy tutorial out there! good stuff
I remember watching a “how to build a pc” vid from Austin back in 2017 on my first build. How time flies
Same! Still love my setup!
I never take time to like/subscribe and comment a video but you my friend have earned it. Thank you for the complete guide and precious help!
I'm doing my first build tmr and this is the most helpful thing I've seen
I literally was checking 2 days ago if you had uploaded this because this year might be the year now that I'm only a little broke and I'm so exited, thank you for be such an amazing guide and I hope that this year I can actually use it ❤️
As a first-time pc builder, this is going to help me out a lot. I wish micro centre was here in the UK. I'm going for an all in one liquid cooler
For someone new I would imagine it is great that you started with CPU's becasue I can imagine being new to PC and looking at all the different processor sku's and just wanting to tear my hair out. There are so many options for the CPU atm its insane!
I have no idea how to build a pc but wanting to try and this video guide gave me hope. Best tutorial I’ve seen. Thanks!!
Great job. Note: Hardware Unboxed just released a video on AMD not playing nice with anything but DDR5- 6000 CL30 RAM. Fairly large FPS drops on the other speeds of RAM.
I’m building my first PC ever and I will buy everything you suggested. I purchased RTX 4070 ti OC from PNY. Next up is the motherboard :) Hopefully I’ll manage to make it by the end of this year. Wish me luck! 😂
Hey dude I'm doing the exact same thing . I bought the 4070ti zotac oc . Now I have all the rest to get haha.
It will take me a month . While all I eat is beans and drink water hahaha
@@corkcitytalent how’s it going, did you get anything new? The more I watch reviews of 4070ti the more people say it cannot deliver 4k that good :/
Waw I remember I found Austin's channel a few years ago from a story booth video,
Its gotten 100x better over the years!!
I finished my build and had everything up and running around Friday of last week, I also installed windows on Sunday, everything seemed kinda hard to me before I started but as soon as I did it was very simple, although I took 3 hours lol
I would like to say I really appreciate this tutorial on how to build a gaming system, it really helped me and my son understand everything.
Guy has been doing thos for 11 years straight. Austin Evans is one of the best ones out there along with MKBHD.
I can't begin to express how great - informative- well done camera work - as well as overall presentation.
My old pc from cyberpower has reached the end.I was almost ready to go prebuilt again because of lack of overall confidence for building myself considering how much a good rig really cost.
You have converted me 180 degrees. Please chime in anyone,thinking using the exact same parts except gpu just because of money.
Priced everything on Amazon and if i bought this prebuilt it would be out of range.
I love how you can upgrade later and be fine.
Last question,Does each part carry its own warranty ?
Once again great video thanks -Gotcha new sub.
I bought the CPU cooler you listed in the description and it didn't come with the A&D brackets that connect to the motherboard. It had the 4 nail screws and the motherboard doesn't have the holes to connect the two together.
I'm just going to go with pre-built next time.
Thank you for making this video. This was the first of your videos I watched and did not expect to watch it in its entirety but it was extremely helpful and entertaining. I have been wanting to build my own computer for a long time but did not have the confidence to do it. Just push me over the edge and made me decide to start my own build.
I've been building computers for years, but I still really enjoyed watching this vid. It was nice to just relax and watch someone else build, Generally Speaking.... I had to say it lol.
Just built my first entry level rig, and this vid really helped a lot, thank you!
And I bought all the parts at Microcenter 😈
Thank you for this video. I kept it on hand while I did my 2023 build this weekend.
just started my pc building journey. best video i’ve watched
Not mentionedin the video, but if your I/O shield is not attached to your motherboard already, be very careful. For some unknown reason motherboard manufacturers love to make these things razor sharp and you can easily cut yourself on them.
I just built my first PC thanks to this tutorial!! Thank you so much
Is this a good tutorial to follow for a Pc. because I’m trying to buy or Bulid one and i know nothing about Pc
@@miniman235 I found it very helpful! I really don’t know much about PCs at all, but I was able to follow this one comfortably, even though my PC is different. Make sure you look up videos for what to do after you build it, because there’s still things to be done
Definitely needed this video! I plan on switching to pc gaming and this video came in clutch because I can understand it! Thank you Austin 👌🏾🥃💯
What a great tutorial, you explain everything in an intuitive way that makes building my first pc less overwhelming. Keep it up! 👍🏻
Gonna build a pc on sunday gonna be using this vid 🤝
Hello, thanks very much for creating this very helpful video. I built my 1st game pc successfully. Thanks very much. I also like the Minecraft video. My pc is built similar to the minecraft build mainly because I wanted to play with the Patrix resource pack.
just changed pc cases and this video was such a huge help, thank you so much
Ive been wanting to build a PC for so long now. This helped me learn a lot. Thanks
Building my first PC next Friday. Went all out (what I could afford), terrified to install the CPU. 3060, Liquid cooling, Ryzen 5 5600 and so on
What do you think of the rtx 3050 for playing minecraft?