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How to Build a Gaming PC in 2021 - Easy 10-minute Build Guide

by randomfrankp

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Published 17 Apr 2021

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@capito45853 years ago Note to anyone trying to build, it is recommended to put the graphics card in last(as in plug in everything else first) because having it in makes it more difficult to reach some headers. 482
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@empearson73973 years ago I think a video on what to do after building the pc would be cool, like showing how to set up window and how to sort out the storage and all that! 1033
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@glamouraz3 years ago What we need is a guide on how to get those parts at msrp. 2098
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@ashfall97213 years ago Here again watching things that i can' t afford. Yes
edit: i just got a new pc with a 1650 super and a 3300x. 2957
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@mcrazza3 years ago I' d like to see a video about what to do after building a gaming pc e. G. Installing windows, enabling xmp etc. 236
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@primorock81413 years ago Me still watching another build guide although:
-i already know how to build a pc
-got no parts to build one
-got no money to buy parts. 792
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@sez54353 years ago Step 1: search for a gpu which would suit your needs.
step 2: out of stock.
step 3: repeat. 748
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@POOFAYMANN3 years ago Ive reached the conclusion that people who actually understand what this guy is doing are wizards. 485
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@skyarc60633 years ago Already built my first gaming pc but it' s always nice to watch these build videos to keep my mind refresh on it. 31
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@AMorgan573 years ago I highly appreciate the straight-ahead no superfluous chatter how-to guide you' ve made for us. Thank you. 43
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@jkvlnt34033 years ago Got all my parts in the mail today and im about to dive into my first solo build, this video was so helpful! 47
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@csgzus3 years ago 10-minute build for 10 years worth of savings. 60
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@alfonsomural47922 years ago As far as cable management goes, its usually easier to run all the plugs from the motherboard to the psu just so you got a better idea of where you should . ...Expand 21
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@zathros94273 years ago Wew just built my first pc a few weeks ago using your old guide, appreciate how simple you make these! 85
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@valeriaf.65793 years ago In this period i' m watching a lot of videos on how to build a pc and the fact that this video is out right now is all i need! Frank you are a certainty. there is only one problem: graphics cards that cannot be found or with increased costs due to bitcoin mining. I would change the title from `` how to build a pc in 2021 ' #39; to `` don' t build a pc in 2021 ' #39;. ...Expand 4
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@Kyzen_0012 years ago I think that it would be beneficial to mention that custom pcs require manual installation of their drivers: motherboard, lan, sounds, etc. Might be important to mention. 87
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@astroxd40943 years ago This pc is so clean! I hope i can afford, one day. 100
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@LADetective2553 years ago Gpu is on the way and is the final piece to my build. Thank you for a very high quality guide. 7
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@marc66503 years ago I know how to do all of this but i cant help but watch every time. 31
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@vinaybharatdw4j3 years ago This is the easiest and fastest pc build i have ever seen
also technology is now so advance that you just need to read the manual and you can do i like this video
never expected building a pc at 2021 is this much easy. ...Expand 5
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@izzabellasala4393 years ago Honestly, why do some people dislike this video? It' s very helpful especially for beginners and has an easy to understand step by step instructions. Thanks randomfrankp! 12
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@thebuzz72823 years ago Step 1: look at gpu stock and prices
step 2: quit on pc dreams. 56
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@chicagofan4eva233 years ago Hey frank, what was that screw driver you were using in the video for your setup? 7
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@sweetbekfast83613 years ago Building my first pc tomorrow. Watched this and am much more comfortable. Great vid. 10
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@jpxfrddufjef49413 years ago Im sorry bitwit but this is 10 times better than ur hour and a half tutorial, this is really the best one i think great job frank. 1
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@davecarter41293 years ago Thank you! For the asmr peeling lmao. Great video as always frank, stay cool brother. 8
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@invaderr113 years ago Finally that would have to be one of the best /easiest pc build' s i' ve watched on you tube.
thanks. 1
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@Graphics_Card3 years ago I have never seen a pc build from random. Nice to see that he is making our day better in quarantine. 2
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@sadmanx0053 years ago I love watching these its relaxing maybe one day i' ll actually be able to build it. 6
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@vivianizurieta3 years ago I just finished building my first pc thanks frank! 1
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@zombl337og2 years ago What screwdriver are you using because it seems to have a nice amount of power. 12
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@thejusunnivelan71935 months ago Congrats on being the one i watched to get my first pc setup!
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@garrettbrady85073 years ago I love how i already have a pc but just want to watch this bc i want to learn more and u posted so yeah. 4
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@djnom18333 years ago Microcenter is the reason why i was able to get a 3080 in december, the one by me also has ryzen 5600, 5800, and 5950 in stock. Great video as always. 8
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@DFCcaptain33 years ago I don' t even own a desktop pc and i have absolutely no idea what this guy is talking about, but it is so interesting to see what he is doing haha! 1
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@Invertmini12122 years ago First time pc builder here and loved your video! Currently just waiting for my evga 3080 rtx 12g to come in and i can begin building. Super exciting!
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@1000yani3 years ago When i can afford everything im just scared for it to explode or do anything bad idk that much about pc so i will be learning even more. 14
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@matthews.28333 years ago I could watch that case panel film being removed over and over and over . it's so bizarrely satisfying!
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@RiskFlair2 years ago So glad your video was on top. I wasnt wasting 1 he of my day to watch some person ramble on. Good job frank p.
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@greygaming47763 years ago This is a perfect video, definitely going to be using all these parts for my first pc build! Tysm. 6
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@kyson91923 years ago Do i need thermal paste for my rhyzen 5 3600 cooler? Or do i just screw it on with thermal paste.
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@hardhittaalast year Love this video. Short and to the point. Gave me all the info i need to do some research and choose what i need for my use case. 1
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@gameverse97013 years ago Hi have a question is this cpu good for games in 4k and streaming amd ryzen 5 5600x? /Mattias.
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@jacksonisgucci68404 months ago Would the case still work if it was a mid tower instead of full? 1
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@tejasgangarde3 years ago I hope y' all find an video explaining how to get pc parts in 2021. 27
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@smcdonough14273 years ago He forgot to account for the months worth of time you' ll spend trying to find any of this stuff in stock right now. 82
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@rrsincerely50232 years ago Quick, to the point, specific, useful info. Thank you. 2
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@surreptitious68813 years ago Haven' t built a pc since 2003, came here just to get a feel as building one for my son. Comforting to see that not much has changed in almost 20 years. Well, just that there is now no mechanical hd and media drives! 2
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@Wiseroni833 years ago The lancool is such a good case to build in, highly recommend! 2
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@carlitomadethatbeat3 years ago I heard the evga psu has beed having tripping issues. Have you experienced any issues?
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@superbrobor64583 years ago Step 1: be aso you can actually get these out of stock for the last 6 months items. 84
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@ballistixx3075last year This just calmed me down by 90 percent because im buying pc parts for me pc thinking i would struggle a lot but when i saw you it looked way simpler im way less stressed keep it up.
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@laron.henderson3 years ago Thanks for this! I' m looking to build my first gaming pc. 1
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@branden47032 years ago It says that graphics card is out of stock can i switch it out for a msi with all the same info and it will work the same?
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@DavidTemrick3 years ago I hope the verge was taking notes. Nice build frank. 2
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@juanramirez3974 months ago Instead of using the phantom graphics card can i use an rtx graphics card?
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@yuki-sp1lx3 years ago I am going to build a pc this december, this video will help me! 3
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@anim8ted9233 years ago Good video. I havent built a pc since 2007. Looks like a few things have changed. Thanks for posting.
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@indigomizumi2 years ago I' m planning to try building a pc myself soon (i still need to get all the parts) since it looks like i' ll need one, what would you recommend for a screwdriver? 1
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@therealkyshin3 years ago What screwdriver are you using? Id like to pick one up. 1
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@lrahman17753 years ago Can we know what' s the screwdriver that you are using? Looks like it makes installing stuffs much faster and easier. 2
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@VictorReyes-cy2us3 years ago Thank you frank thank you i needed this. 3
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@TimeDoor503 years ago Ayye lancool 2 mesh squad! I just built my pc with this case, plenty of room to build and cable manage.
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@IMVEL02 years ago I love how i watched this 3 times even though i don' t have all the parts for my pc yet. 1
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@flea83323 years ago Question is the i9 9900k still the one to use for gaming or should i go with the new i9' s.
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@xxxx8803 years ago I know youve linked it before but what is that mini power tool youre using? 1
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@KittyOzzy38953 years ago I want to build a pc for streaming and youtube gaming/ gameplays what parts for your pc do you recommend?
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@blitzlegends15832 years ago Thx for the guide this gave me inspiration and confidence to make my own custom pc. 1
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@stealthy31163 years ago Hey frank, ive been trying to find a good custom pc builder for a while now, i was wondering if you have a good custom pc brand that you would recommend?
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@abugerald7912 years ago Hi.
please can u help me with my questions.
my motherboard asrock b550 taichi has a description saying " memory storage capacity 8gb"
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@Noledad773 years ago I' ve never built a pc before and i' m really not convinced that i can do it now. However, i' m going to keep watching various videos on how to . ...Expand 2
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@texo34632 years ago I builded my own pc 2 days ago and after i turned it on my monitor gets no signal and neither does the mouse or keyboard. I tried to use new rams but id="hidden16" it didn' t work i also took the cmos battery out and put it back there. All the fans are working and lights/leds so what should i do:. ...Expand
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@TheFakeTaxii3 years ago Please link your electric screwdriver i need it. 9
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@andrewkincare191611 months ago This was helpful for understanding the overall flow of assembling a gaming pc, thanks!
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@ngxt20533 years ago Omg he is a legend i didn' t know how to build to a pc when i watched this video i got the idea man he is a truly amazing thanks man.
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@user-ep5so8ws1u2 months ago If i build a gaming pc do i need a operating system or does it come with it.
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@colemcmullen66082 years ago Just became my favorite tech/pc channel just because of that hoodie. Shout out to aesop.
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@hinglemccringle58973 years ago A similar video like this from austin evans was posted in 2012 and it really helped. Glad to see video like this being made.
pc building can look really difficult and i really needed my hand held through it. 7
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@mracer83 years ago Is your cpu aio fan on top exhaust out or pull in? Nice video.
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@zrxclutcher72003 years ago If you get a team force delta max rgb ssd do you need a normal ssd?
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@Cheaper12 years ago I have a question on motherboard and it has ram slots right so i am asking if it can be any ram to place it on this mother board ram slots.
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@chidoks12 years ago Wow. I have an identical build. We picked the exact same components. Down to the power supply and ram. Crazy coincidence. 1
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@sinexotics38643 years ago Where can i get that screwdriver? I remember seeing it in one of your videos but forgot which one.
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@pbales89513 years ago Smooth how you magically got that top PCIe cover back in place and removed the correct one at . 19
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@zilla15393 years ago Would anyone know parts or prebuilt pcs that would be good to run rust as a starter pc i havent had a pc thinking about getting one thats around a 600 - 800 dollar price range.
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@lincolnobrien52952 years ago Im confused doesnt the kraken x53 cpu cooler use liquid and the rest of the pc isnt water cooled?
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@hunter6625last year What electric screw driver are you using?
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@impactstockyy55913 years ago Is this build on par with any of the 30 series graphics cards looking todo a new build as mine is getting a tad outdated.
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@vgtracy75753 years ago I love tech but. Not good with it. And i been wanting a monitor setup for the longest time this will help. 1
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@jamessoth14793 years ago This is probably the first year where i recommend a pre built lol. Just on the basis you likely save money on a prebuilt and save time looking for in stock . ...Expand 4
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@AdrianTalines3 years ago Looking at that top cooling set up. Steve is waiving. Hehehe.
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@rageon8783last year Very informative, to the point, with every minor details, good one.
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@buklau.36413 years ago What' s the screw driver you use called?
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@jacobsouthern16783 years ago Does that lian ii case fit gpus and aio coolers that have 3 fans instead of 2?
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@StriderRyu73 years ago Thanks for that hardware list, frank! But. You left out the screwdriver.
with that built-in light, i really want to add it to my collection. 12