Thoughts on build after 6 year old build.

[modern yarrow]

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/m7nfyW

I have a 5600 XT that I have in my current build that I will probably use for a while until I feel like I need that GPU, or find a really good deal.

I am using the PC for gaming, (I play a lot of CPU intense games), school work, Data Science/Analytics, engineering, and other similar productive tasks.

[tender pier]

Establish a budget as well as your country and any extra stuff, like if you care about looks or have any special requirements for your PC, like needing network/M.2 carrier cards, etc.

Also add when you're getting your parts so that a fitting list can be made.

[modern yarrow]

I plan on getting the parts not counting the GPU before January 20th. I’m in the USA.

I don’t care that much about looks, really just want it to look clean, don’t really care about RGB. Getting the parts and amazon and Newegg.

Not counting the GPU, budget is $500, and I can be a little flexible on that.

[tender pier]

Do you also already have a case you're thinking of reusing, or are you moving onto a new case entirely?

and do you prioritize upgradability (less cost long term), or are you looking for the best performance now?

[modern yarrow]

New case. Looking for a small micro ATX case.

[modern yarrow]

Bit of both

[tender pier]

I do recommend you to get a list closer to that date. CES 2025 will be happening in that timeframe, and new parts will be arriving to the market. Best to see how it all goes by then.

[modern yarrow]

I sent a list as the first chat, but you recommend buying parts after CES?

[tender pier]

CES just happens to occur before your deadline. I always recommend you plan and buy CLOSE (within days) instead of planning weeks/months in advance. PC market is volatile is all.

[modern yarrow]

So it is a good idea to wait a few days after CES? Also did you have any thoughts on my list? https://pcpartpicker.com/list/m7nfyW

[tender pier]

Definitely room to improve. It’s not within your $500 budget, even without the 4060 though.

[modern yarrow]

What to improve on? $500 budget, isn’t a hard cap, I am flexible on this.