u/FortyTwoBananas — reddlx

had chatGPT give me a basic list, ran that list by a freind that knows this stuff better than I do, swapped out the GPU and tinkered with other stuff, now ive got this:

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/9mkfPf

Build Goals / Requirements

Budget: ~$2000 (including Thermaltake Tower 600 case already purchased)
Resolution: 3440×1440 ultrawide, targeting 120+ FPS
OS: Linux
Use: Gaming-focused
Aesthetic: All-black, no RGB
Noise: Moderate (not loud, not silent)
Priority: Good value, balanced performance, easy future upgrades