PC Build Recommendations
Pick your resolution and build path. All prices verified for the Malaysian market. Shared sections (sales calendar, buying checklist, things to know) appear below the tabs.
PC ordered May 2026 at RM 5,756 (RM 1,000 deposit paid, RM 4,756 balance on build completion). Monitor: AOC Q27G42ZE 27" 1440p 240Hz IPS at RM 629. Total ready-to-game spend: RM 6,385 before Windows OEM key (~RM 100-180 on Shopee). Locked in at May 2026 promo pricing during the global RAM/SSD supply crisis.
• AMD Ryzen 5 7500F · MSI PRO A620AM B EVO (will be upgraded)
• NVIDIA RTX 5060 Ti 8GB (MSI/Gigabyte)
• Kingston 16GB DDR5-6000 (will be upgraded)
• 500GB Gen4 NVMe SSD (will be upgraded)
• Antec CSK650DC 650W 80+ Bronze (5-yr warranty)
• Antec CX200M ARGB case · FREE Jonsbo CB40 cooler
• Noctua premium thermal paste
• Windows 11 Home Trial (replace with OEM key)
Three upgrades (+RM 1,357):
• Motherboard → Gigabyte B650EM Force WiFi 6E +RM 259
• RAM → Kingston Fury Beast RGB 32GB (2×16GB) +RM 899
• SSD → Kioxia Exceria Basic Gen4 1TB +RM 199
• 27" QHD 2560×1440 Fast IPS
• 240Hz native (260Hz OC) · 1ms GtG · 0.3ms MPRT
• DisplayPort 1.4 + HDMI 2.0
• G-Sync Compatible + FreeSync Premium
• 123.6% sRGB color gamut · HDR10
Better than the originally-recommended Samsung G50F (RM 799):
• +60Hz refresh (240Hz vs 180Hz)
• DP 1.4 vs DP 1.2 (future-proof signal)
• Wider color gamut (123.6% vs ~99% sRGB)
• Saved RM 170 vs the original pick
Trade-off: no DisplayHDR 400 cert (HDR10 only) — negligible at 300 nits.
- Deposit paid: RM 1,000 · Balance: RM 4,756 due on build completion at Ideal Tech Penang branch.
- Pay the balance with credit card if possible (chargeback protection) — or cash on the day of pickup if the branch prefers it for the final amount.
- Before paying the balance, verify in person: serial-number stickers on RAM (Kingston Fury Beast RGB 32GB), motherboard (B650EM Force WiFi 6E), SSD (Kioxia 1TB), and GPU. Make sure the box labels match the configurator spec exactly.
- Get a printed invoice with full serial numbers, dates of purchase, and 1-year warranty start date clearly stated. Keep it filed — required for any warranty claim.
- Ask Ideal Tech to confirm overnight stress test passed before pickup. Standard for them per Lowyat reviews, but worth verbally confirming.
- Windows 11 activation — see options callout below. Do NOT pay Ideal Tech's RM 549 add-on either way. Most common Malaysian routes: Shopee OEM key (RM 100-180, grey-market but genuine activation), official Microsoft retail (~RM 600+, fully legal), MAS / get.activated.win (free, not legal but widely used).
- Buy DisplayPort 1.4 cable (~RM 30-50 on Shopee) if not bundled with the AOC monitor — required for 1440p 240Hz signal. The HDMI 2.0 port on the monitor maxes at 1440p 144Hz, so DP is mandatory for the full 240Hz.
- Buy surge-protected power strip (~RM 30-60 on Shopee) — Belkin / APC / UGREEN. Protects the RM 6,385 setup against Malaysian voltage fluctuations.
The PC ships with Windows 11 Home Trial (unactivated). Downloading and installing Windows from Microsoft directly is fully legal and free — the legal question is only about activation (removing the "Activate Windows" watermark and unlocking personalization settings). Four routes are commonly used in Malaysia:
Legal: Grey area — keys are usually leaked corporate volume licensing or resold OEM keys from China. Activates on Microsoft's servers but could theoretically be revoked if Microsoft identifies the source.
Real-world risk: Very low. Revocation extremely rare in practice. Standard Malaysian middle path.
How: Search "Windows 11 Home OEM Key" on Shopee, pick a seller with 4.8+ rating and 1,000+ sales. Activate via Settings → Activation → Change Product Key.
Legal: 100% legal.
Real-world risk: Zero.
How: Buy at microsoft.com/en-my/store or authorized retailers (Harvey Norman, etc.). Best choice if you want zero ambiguity and don't mind the 4-6× price premium over Shopee keys.
Activation type: Microsoft sees the PC as digitally licensed; visually indistinguishable from genuine.
Legal: Not legal — violates EULA and Malaysian Copyright Act 1987. Microsoft has never sued an individual end-user in Malaysia for this. Widely used culturally.
Real-world risk: Low day-to-day; theoretical risk Microsoft patches the exploit (they haven't in years). Use ONLY the official sources — fake clones often carry malware.
Official sources:
github.com/massgravel/Microsoft-Activation-Scripts · massgrave.dev · the one-liner irm https://get.activated.win | iex run in admin PowerShell.Legal: 100% legal — Microsoft permits indefinite use of unactivated Windows.
What you lose: "Activate Windows" watermark in bottom-right corner, can't change wallpaper / accent color / lock screen / taskbar customization, occasional settings nags. Everything else works fully forever: all apps, updates, security, performance, drivers, games.
Real-world risk: Zero.
Best for: People who don't care about cosmetics. Some genuinely prefer this over the grey-market keys.
The Shopee OEM key (RM 100-180) is the standard Malaysian path and what this doc has assumed throughout. At <3% of the build cost, you get genuine-on-record activation tied to your Microsoft account — set-it-and-forget-it peace of mind for the planned 5+ year life of this PC. If you'd rather not pay anything, MAS works reliably for the vast majority of users; the trade-off is technically illegal status and theoretical (small) future patching risk — many Malaysians run perfectly stable MAS-activated installations for years. Running unactivated is the underappreciated option: legally clean, costs nothing, and the cosmetic restrictions are minor if you don't customize your desktop heavily.
No judgment either way — this is a personal call. The doc's "RM 100-180 Windows OEM" line in the total spend below reflects the Shopee OEM path; subtract that line if you go with MAS or unactivated.
| Dev-Aware Radiance Prime PC | RM 5,756 |
| AOC Q27G42ZE monitor | RM 629 |
| Windows 11 Home OEM (Shopee, to buy) | ~RM 100-180 |
| DisplayPort 1.4 cable (Shopee, to buy) | ~RM 30-50 |
| Surge-protected power strip (Shopee, to buy) | ~RM 30-60 |
| Ready-to-game total | RM 6,545-6,675 |
Came in RM 480-610 below the Smart Budget complete-setup estimate (RM 7,155-7,235) in this doc — a clean win thanks to (a) skipping the 16GB GPU upgrade per the Dev-Aware strategy, (b) picking the AOC over the Samsung monitor, (c) buying Windows OEM separately.
Pre-Built PC Comparison — 4K
Two compelling pre-built options at RM 12,299 from JOI Gaming both offer an RTX 5080 (a tier above the 5070 Ti) plus 32GB DDR5 — bypassing the RAM crisis entirely. Below is how they stack up against the custom build.
• AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D · Gigabyte X870E Aorus Elite WiFi 7
• MSI RTX 5080 VENTUS 3X OC 16GB GDDR7 (recommended GPU variant)
• KLEVV FIT V 32GB DDR5-6000 · Addlink S85 1TB NVMe Gen4
• DeepCool LM360 ARGB AIO · DeepCool PN1200M 1200W Gold PSU
• ASUS TUF GT302 ARGB case · GPU holder + RGB cables (free)
• No OS included (DOS) — buy Windows 11 OEM key separately
• Intel Core Ultra 9 285K (24C/24T) · MSI Z890-A WiFi
• MSI RTX 5080 VENTUS 3X OC 16GB GDDR7
• PNY XLR8 Gaming 32GB DDR5-6000 · Addlink S85 1TB NVMe Gen4
• DeepCool LM360 ARGB AIO · DeepCool PN1200M 1200W Gold PSU
• ASUS TUF GT302 ARGB case · GPU holder + RGB cables (free)
• No OS included (DOS) — buy Windows 11 OEM key separately
| Component | A7000 (AMD) | 9490 (Intel) | Custom (this guide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 12,299 | RM 12,299 | ~RM 11,548–14,369 |
| CPU | 9800X3D ⭐ | Intel Ultra 9 285K | 9800X3D ⭐ |
| GPU | RTX 5080 ⬆️ | RTX 5080 ⬆️ | RTX 5070 Ti |
| Motherboard | X870E ⬆️ | Z890 (dead-end socket) | B850 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-6000 ⬆️ | 32GB DDR5-6000 ⬆️ | 16GB starter |
| Storage | 1TB Gen4 | 1TB Gen4 | 2TB Gen4 ⬆️ |
| PSU | 1200W Gold ⬆️ | 1200W Gold ⬆️ | 850W Gold |
| OS included | No (DOS) | No (DOS) | Yes (Windows 11) |
| Monitor | No | No | Yes (LG 27GR93U) |
| Build risk | None | None | High for first-timer |
| Real total cost* | ~RM 14,200 | ~RM 14,200 | ~RM 14,300 |
* Real total adds Windows OEM (~RM 100–180) and monitor (~RM 1,800–2,000) for pre-built options.
JOI A7000 (AMD) is the strongest pick at this price point — you get a stronger GPU (RTX 5080 vs 5070 Ti), 32GB RAM at no extra cost, top-tier X870E motherboard, and zero build risk. This pre-built genuinely beats the custom recommendation in this guide for the same money.
Skip the Intel 9490 for gaming. The Core Ultra 9 285K underperforms the 9800X3D in games and uses LGA 1851 — a likely dead-end socket. Only consider it if you also do heavy productivity work (video editing, 3D rendering).
Custom build still makes sense if you want the building experience, top-tier component brands (Kingston RAM, WD SSD, ARCTIC cooler), or 2TB storage from day one. Otherwise, the JOI A7000 is the smarter buy.
CPU
Still the undisputed gaming king on AM5 in 2026 — no newer X3D chip has displaced it. Price has risen from the 2025 estimate of RM 2,100–2,300 due to sustained demand. Worth every ringgit for this build.
Motherboard
Upgraded from the B650 — the B850 chipset brings WiFi 7 and 5GbE ethernet at a similar price point. Best value AM5 board of 2026 according to Tom's Hardware. AM5 socket support confirmed by AMD through at least 2027.
RAM
⚠ RAM prices have surged dramatically in 2026. AI infrastructure demand has squeezed consumer DDR5 supply — 32GB kits that cost RM 350–500 in 2025 now retail at RM 1,450–2,000. Analysts forecast prices will keep rising 30–50% per quarter through mid-2026, with no meaningful correction until late 2027 at earliest. Waiting for cheap RAM means waiting 12–18 months — too long to delay an entire build. Source: The Star, March 2026 · DropReference, April 2026.
💡 Recommended strategy — buy now with a 16GB starter kit. Purchase a single 16GB DDR5-5600 stick (~RM 700–900 on Carousell or Shopee) as a placeholder to get your build running today. The B850 board has two DIMM slots — when 32GB prices normalize in late 2026 or 2027, simply add a second 16GB stick or swap to a 32GB kit. You lose nothing: 16GB runs most AAA games fine today, and DDR5 slots are fully expandable. Do not buy 32GB now at inflated prices unless budget is no concern.
Storage
Replaces the Samsung 990 Pro as the top Gen4 recommendation — faster in real workloads, runs cooler, and costs less. Note: Crucial has exited the consumer SSD market (February 2026), so avoid buying Crucial drives as stock runs out. Gen5 SSDs (WD SN8100, Samsung 9100 Pro) exist but cost RM 1,400–1,800 for negligible gaming benefit.
GPU — the star of the show
Price has stabilized and the low end has dropped to RM 4,099 (GALAX, Zotac AIB models) since the 2025 launch. Premium AIB cards (ASUS TUF, MSI Gaming Trio) remain at RM 4,999–5,439. Either performs identically — the premium buys better cooling and aesthetics.
CPU Cooler
Dethroned the Deepcool LT720 as the consensus best 360mm AIO in 2026. Exceptional cooling that rivals coolers twice its price, with a built-in VRM fan that actively cools your motherboard's power delivery. Budget alternative: Thermalright Aqua Elite 360 ARGB at ~RM 200–280.
Power Supply
ATX 3.1 is now the 2026 standard, succeeding ATX 3.0. The MWE Gold 850 V3 is fully compliant, includes the native 16-pin 12V-2×6 cable for the RTX 5070 Ti, and is competitively priced. Want more headroom? The MSI MAG A1000GL (1000W ATX 3.1) is ~RM 650–800.
Case
Lancool 216 — best pure airflow value, comes with ARGB fans, widely available in Malaysia. Fractal Design North — premium aesthetic with a wood-panel front, equally excellent thermals. Either pairs perfectly with the 360mm AIO and RTX 5070 Ti.
Operating System
Monitor
Price remains stable. Use a DisplayPort 1.4 cable — not HDMI — to unlock 4K 144Hz. HDMI 2.0 caps at 4K 60Hz. Check if a DP cable is included in the box; if not, grab one on Shopee for ~RM 30–50.
Before You Build
After scraping Ideal Tech, eMarque, and Gloo's full inventories on 4 May 2026, the 1440p decision distills to three Radiance Prime configurations that scale smoothly from rock-bottom budget to buy-once comfort. All three share the same base + B650E motherboard + 1TB Gen4 SSD; the differences are just RAM and GPU upgrades.
Smart Budget → Dev-Aware (+RM 899): Adds the May promo Kingston Fury Beast RGB 32GB DDR5-6000 kit. Worth it if you're aiming for a software career — typical full-time dev workload (Docker + IDE + 30+ Chrome tabs + emulators or local LLMs) hits 22-26GB easily. RAM-crisis 2026 prices won't ease until late 2027, so RM 899 locked-in today is reasonable cost certainty vs the ~RM 700-1,200 future self-purchase price + DIY/QVL-match friction.
Dev-Aware → Configured Prime (+RM 799): Adds the RTX 5060 Ti 16GB GPU upgrade (Configured Prime total becomes RM 6,555 with the Kingston kit, RM 6,455 with the cheaper G.Skill non-RGB). Pay this only if you specifically want to avoid the future GPU swap. The 8GB → 16GB self-upgrade in 2028 costs ~RM 200-400 net (sell 8GB on Carousell ~RM 1,200, buy used 16GB ~RM 1,400-1,600), spreading the cost across 2 years of full-time income.
Note: The previously-documented "Configured Prime RM 6,256" total used the cheaper G.Skill Ripjaws S5 non-RGB 32GB kit (RM 799). With the Kingston Fury Beast RGB upgrade applied consistently, it's RM 6,555. Pick whichever RAM kit you prefer — the gaming/dev performance is identical.
⚠ Why JOI A5005 (RM 4,999) is no longer the budget pick (corrected 2026-05-04): JOI A5005 was previously recommended under the belief it shipped 2×8GB dual-channel RAM. The Gloo product page actually lists "G.SKILL Ripjaws S5 16GB DDR5 6000MHz" — a single 16GB stick (single-channel), same compromise as every other pre-built at this tier. JOI's only remaining edge is shipping with B650M out of box, but the Smart Budget Radiance Prime gets you B650E (better) for RM 142 less while also adding WiFi 6E and 2× the storage.
Why Stellar (RM 5,999) doesn't appear in the top picks: Stellar sits awkwardly in the middle: RTX 5070 12GB but with the same single-channel RAM compromise. At apples-to-apples specs (32GB dual-channel + 1TB SSD), Stellar costs RM 6,798 vs Configured Prime's RM 6,455, while delivering less VRAM longevity (12GB vs 16GB). Stellar's edge is raw FPS today (~25-30% over the 5060 Ti); Prime's edge is lifetime value.
Why eMarque INFINITY 5060 Ti doesn't make the cut: Base RM 4,368 is tempting, but the 256GB Gen3 SSD is too small and too slow to be usable. Adding the cheapest acceptable SSD upgrade (+RM 399 for ADATA Legend 900 Pro Gen4 1TB) pushes the total to RM 4,767 — at which point JOI A5005 (RM 4,999) and the Smart Budget Radiance Prime (RM 4,857) offer better motherboards. eMarque also can't upgrade the motherboard via configurator — A620M is final.
⭐ Smart Budget — Radiance Prime + B650E + 1TB SSD
The smartest sub-RM 5,000 build available in Malaysia (2026-05-04). Same Radiance Prime base as the Comfortability pick below, with strategic upgrades that maximize value while skipping the gaming-irrelevant ones.
| Configurator step | Selection | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Base Radiance Prime | 7500F · A620M · 5060 Ti 8GB · 1×16GB DDR5-6000 · 500GB Gen4 · 650W Bronze · CX200M case · Free Jonsbo CB40 cooler · Win 11 trial | RM 4,399 |
| + Motherboard upgrade | GIGABYTE B650EM Force WiFi 6E — solves WiFi + 9800X3D upgrade path + Gen5 SSD support + 3rd M.2 slot | +RM 259 |
| + SSD upgrade | Kioxia Exceria Basic Gen4 1TB — 2× the storage, same Gen4 NVMe speed | +RM 199 |
| — Skip: 16GB GPU upgrade | 8GB sufficient for 1440p through 2027. Self-upgrade GPU in 2028 for ~RM 200-400 net (sell 8GB on Carousell first). | (saves RM 799) |
| — Skip: 32GB RAM upgrade | Gaming-irrelevant in 2026. 16GB is genuinely fine. Add a matched 16GB stick later (~RM 950) only when serious dev work demands it. | (saves RM 799) |
| Configurator total | RM 4,857 |
Why this beats JOI A5005 (RM 4,999): RM 142 cheaper, with strictly better motherboard (B650E vs B650M), WiFi 6E built-in (JOI has none), 1TB Gen4 vs 512GB Gen4 SSD, and same 9800X3D upgrade path. Same RAM/CPU/GPU otherwise.
The "skip" decisions are deliberate: The +RM 1,598 you'd spend on the 16GB GPU + 32GB RAM upgrades buys insurance against future scenarios that may not materialize. By 2028 when 8GB VRAM hits actual limits, you'll have full-time income and can self-upgrade the GPU for ~RM 200-400 net (sell 8GB on Carousell, buy 5070 Ti 16GB or next-gen). 32GB RAM matters for serious dev work that interns rarely need; you can add a matching stick later for ~RM 950 if your work requires it.
Future CPU upgrade (your stated 2-3 year plan): The B650E Force WiFi 6E has 8+2+2 VRM with adequate headroom for a 9800X3D drop-in (120W TDP). At that point you'd also want to swap the Jonsbo CB40 stock cooler for a Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 (~RM 179 separately).
Smart Budget Prime: RM 4,857 + Samsung Odyssey G5 G50F monitor (RM 799) + Windows 11 Home OEM (~RM 100-180) = ~RM 5,756-5,836 ready-to-game total.
Compared to the Comfortability pick at RM 6,256 (= RM 7,155-7,235 ready-to-game), the Smart Budget saves you RM 1,399 today for the same upgrade path and same usable storage. The savings preserve your emergency fund and leave RM 800+ buffer toward a future NAS purchase.
⭐ Dev-Aware Smart Budget — Smart Budget + 32GB Kingston (the realistic best fit)
The realistic best fit for a software-engineering career trajectory. Smart Budget Prime base + Kingston Fury Beast RGB 32GB May promo. Not the cheapest, not the most maxed-out — the one that aligns with the actual upgrade path you'll want over the next 5 years.
| Configurator step | Selection | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Base Radiance Prime | 7500F · A620M · 5060 Ti 8GB · 1×16GB DDR5-6000 · 500GB Gen4 · 650W Bronze · CX200M case · Free Jonsbo CB40 cooler · Win 11 trial | RM 4,399 |
| + Motherboard upgrade | GIGABYTE B650EM Force WiFi 6E — solves WiFi + 9800X3D upgrade path + Gen5 SSD support + 3rd M.2 slot | +RM 259 |
| + RAM upgrade ★ | MAY Promo: Kingston Fury Beast RGB 32GB (2×16GB) DDR5-6000 — premium-tier kit, RGB, RM 899 vs G.Skill non-RGB at RM 799 (RM 100 for RGB + Kingston brand). TMT lists same kit at RM 1,299, so this is RM 400 below retail. | +RM 899 |
| + SSD upgrade | Kioxia Exceria Basic Gen4 1TB — 2× the storage, same Gen4 NVMe speed | +RM 199 |
| — Skip: 16GB GPU upgrade | 8GB sufficient for 1440p through 2027. Self-upgrade GPU in 2028 for ~RM 200-400 net (sell 8GB on Carousell first, buy used 16GB). | (saves RM 799) |
| Configurator total | RM 5,756 |
Why lock in the price now: The 2026 RAM crisis is projected to persist until late 2027 per market analysis. Locking in RM 899 today for a known-good kit avoids the friction of (a) finding a matching 16GB stick in 2027-2028 (G.Skill/Kingston EOL'd kits get expensive), (b) DIY install during warranty period, and (c) volatile future pricing (RM 700-1,200 range plausible).
1440p performance: Identical to Smart Budget — 70-95 FPS High + DLSS Quality in modern AAA. The 32GB doesn't help gaming, but it doesn't hurt either.
Storage strategy: Built around Gen4 NVMe-only on the gaming PC. Mass storage handled separately by a future NAS purchase (Synology DS224+ / UGREEN DXP2800 with NAS-grade WD Red Plus or Seagate IronWolf drives, ~RM 2,700-3,400 budget). Don't add desktop HDDs to the gaming PC — they don't belong in a NAS later, and you don't need bulk storage in the gaming machine.
Future GPU upgrade: Plan ~RM 200-400 net swap in 2028 (sell 8GB on Carousell, buy used 16GB). At that point you'd be 1.5-2 years into full-time income at RM 4,000-5,500/month — the upgrade is comfortable.
Ideal Tech's configurator offers "Add On: Extra SSD" (RM 499-1,099) and "Add On: HDD Storage" (RM 359-599 Seagate Barracuda 2TB/4TB). Skip all of them.
- Extra SSD add-ons are overpriced. The Kioxia Exceria Basic 1TB shows up as +RM 199 in the SSD upgrade slot but +RM 699 in the add-on slot — same drive, 3.5× markup. If you need a 2nd NVMe later, buy on Shopee/Lazada (Lexar NM790 1TB Gen4 ~RM 672, ~30-40% below Ideal Tech's add-on pricing).
- HDD add-ons are wrong twice over. Desktop Barracudas lack vibration tolerance, error correction, and TLER firmware needed for 24/7 NAS RAID. They don't belong in a NAS later — and you don't need bulk storage in the gaming PC because your future NAS will provide it.
- NAS plan budget (for later): 2-bay entry NAS like Synology DS224+ or UGREEN DXP2800 (~RM 1,500-2,200) + 2× 4TB NAS-grade drives (WD Red Plus / Seagate IronWolf, ~RM 1,200-1,500 for 4TB usable in RAID 1) = RM 2,700-3,400. Defer until you have full-time income.
Net: gaming PC = fast NVMe only. NAS = bulk storage. Don't mix them.
Dev-Aware Prime: RM 5,756 + Samsung Odyssey G5 G50F monitor (RM 799) + Windows 11 Home OEM (~RM 100-180 from Shopee, NOT from Ideal Tech configurator at +RM 549) + DisplayPort cable (~RM 30-50 if not bundled) = ~RM 6,685-6,785 ready-to-game total. Add ~RM 240-450 if you need new keyboard/mouse/headset. RM 919-1,000 over the Smart Budget complete-setup, locks in 32GB at promo pricing for your dev career trajectory. Eventual NAS purchase (RM 2,700-3,400) is a separate later decision once full-time income is established.
Things that are NOT in the box, things that ARE in the box but might surprise you, and verifications to do before payment. Curated from a config audit on 4 May 2026.
- Windows 11 license — Configurator default is "Windows 11 Trial" (unactivated). DO NOT buy Windows from Ideal Tech configurator at +RM 549. Buy OEM key on Shopee for RM 100-180 from authorized resellers, or run unactivated.
- DisplayPort cable — Often NOT bundled with monitor either. Budget RM 30-50 for a DP 1.4 cable. Required for 1440p 180Hz on the Samsung G50F.
- Peripherals — No keyboard, mouse, headset, webcam, or speakers included. If you don't have these already, budget RM 240-450 for entry-tier peripherals (Royal Kludge keyboard ~RM 80-150, Logitech G102 mouse ~RM 60-100, HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 headset ~RM 100-200).
- Microsoft Office — Use free LibreOffice or Office Web (browser-based) unless you specifically need desktop Office.
- Cooler is non-RGB while case has ARGB fans — Jonsbo CB40 (free, included) is non-RGB; your Antec CX200M ARGB has 3 ARGB fans. Visual mismatch some people care about. Plan ~RM 179 (Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120) at 9800X3D upgrade time anyway — pick ARGB version then.
- Case has no front USB-C — Antec CX200M ARGB only has front USB 3.0 Type-A. USB-C peripherals need a rear-port cable.
- Case GPU length limit ~320mm — Fine for 5060 Ti / 5070 / 5070 Ti. Many 5080/5090 cards (330-360mm) WON'T FIT. If you ever upgrade to flagship, plan a case swap (~RM 200-400 extra).
- 240mm AIO only fits front of case, not top — Limits future cooler upgrade options.
- WiFi/Bluetooth antennas come with the Gigabyte mobo — Confirm they're attached on the rear I/O when you receive the PC. Sometimes shipped loose in the mobo box.
- Cooler TDP rating is "honest but tight" for future Ryzen 9 X3D — Jonsbo CB40 spec'd 225W but practically handles ~180-200W sustained. 9800X3D (162W gaming peak) is fine; future Ryzen 9 9950X3D (170W TDP, sometimes higher) is marginal. Plan for upgrade cooler if going beyond X3D 8-core.
- WhatsApp Ideal Tech to confirm Kingston Fury Beast RGB 32GB stock + promo end date — May Featured Promo not explicitly dated; April promos still listed in May suggests rolling. The Kingston RAM at RM 899 is RM 400 below TMT retail, so promo could end with stock depletion.
- Verify quotation/invoice line-items match: Ryzen 5 7500F (not 7600), Gigabyte B650EM Force WiFi 6E (not MSI B650M), Kingston Fury Beast RGB 32GB (2×16GB) — not the cheaper G.Skill unless you change your mind, Kioxia Exceria Basic Gen4 1TB, FREE Jonsbo CB40 (not a paid upgrade), Antec CX200M ARGB Black case.
- Request fully installed Windows + drivers + latest BIOS when ordering — most builders do this but confirm: Windows activated (if you bring license), all drivers installed, BIOS flashed (especially for forward-compatibility with 9800X3D), stress test passed.
- Ask about DIY upgrade warranty implications in writing — Malaysia's typical "soft modifications don't void" policy isn't always honored. Specifically ask: "If I add a 2nd 16GB stick or swap the GPU within the 1-year warranty, does that void coverage on the rest of the system?"
- WiFi 6E + Bluetooth 5.3 built into the B650EM Force motherboard ✅
- 650W PSU has the 8-pin PCIe cable for the 5060 Ti ✅ (and headroom for future 5070 Ti / 9800X3D)
- PSU power cable (kettle/IEC) included ✅
- Thermal paste pre-applied at build ✅ (Ideal Tech specifically advertises Noctua premium thermal paste — better than typical pre-built default)
- Gigabyte B650E ships with AGESA supporting Zen 5 (9800X3D) — Ideal Tech will flash latest if not ✅
- 1-year Ideal Tech warranty + free Penang on-site service + 90-day 1-to-1 exchange ✅
- Q-Flash Plus on the Gigabyte B650EM Force WiFi 6E — this motherboard supports BIOS flashing with ONLY the PSU connected (no CPU/RAM/GPU needed). Genuinely important: it means you can drop in a 9800X3D years from now even if the BIOS ships too old to POST with Zen 5, by flashing the latest firmware via USB stick first. Reassuring vs cheaper boards that require you to boot the older CPU first.
- 9800X3D price ballpark — RM 3,099 today (TMT verified, 2026-05). Expect RM 2,200-2,800 by 2028 as supply matures. Budget RM 2,500 for the upgrade.
- Cooler swap may be needed — Jonsbo CB40 (free, included) handles the 9800X3D's 162W gaming peak fine, but is marginal for sustained heavy workloads (compilation, rendering). Plan ~RM 179 for a Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 ARGB at upgrade time — also fixes the ARGB visual mismatch with your case fans.
- RAM stays compatible — Kingston Fury Beast RGB DDR5-6000 works perfectly on Zen 5 (9800X3D's sweet spot is DDR5-6000 with EXPO).
- BIOS update procedure (year-2028 reference) — Download latest BIOS to a FAT32-formatted USB stick, plug into the rear-panel "BIOS" labeled USB port, hold the Q-Flash Plus button. Process takes 5-10 minutes. Do this BEFORE installing the 9800X3D so the system boots first try.
- Malaysia has occasional power fluctuations — voltage spikes during thunderstorms, brownouts during peak grid load. A surge-protected power strip protects your RM 5,756 PC + RM 799 monitor against a single bad event.
- Don't buy from Ideal Tech configurator — Targus SmartSurge 4/6 at +RM 99-149 in their add-on section is overpriced for what is a generic protection device.
- Buy on Shopee instead: any 4-6 outlet power strip with surge protection (joule rating ≥ 1000J, indicator LED) for RM 30-60. Brands worth picking: Belkin, APC, Tripp Lite, or UGREEN. Avoid no-name strips.
- What to plug in vs not: PC tower + monitor + desk lamp on the surge strip. Avoid plugging in laser printers or space heaters (high inrush current trips the strip).
- Optional UPS upgrade (later, not now): If your area has frequent power cuts, a 600-800VA UPS (RM 250-400 from APC or CyberPower) lets you save work and shut down gracefully. Not urgent for an intern in Penang where blackouts are rare.
📸 Configurator screenshot — May 2026 promo evidence (taken before walk-in)
Snapshot of the live Ideal Tech configurator on idealtech.com.my, captured before the planned Penang branch walk-in. Locks in the May 2026 promo pricing as visual evidence — useful at the branch if there's any pricing dispute, and as a reference for which components were tagged as featured promos vs. standard upgrades.
screenshots/idealtech-radiance-prime-configurator-may2026.png- Base price RM 5,132 → promo RM 4,399 — confirms the headline pricing in this doc is current and accurate.
- Two "MAY Featured Promo" tags (green ▲): Kingston Fury Beast RGB 32GB and Gigabyte B650EM Force WiFi 6E. Both could expire end of May 2026 — adds urgency to the walk-in timing.
- Kioxia Exceria Basic Gen4 1TB SSD — listed as a green ▲ upgrade but not tagged "MAY Promo." Likely a stable upgrade option not tied to month-end. Lower urgency than the RAM/mobo.
- PSU: Antec CSK650DC GB (80+ Bronze, 5-Year Warranty) — "GB" is the SKU code, not a Gold rating; this is 80+ Bronze. The 5-year warranty is the real differentiator at this price tier (most budget Bronze units carry 2-3 years).
- OS shows "Windows 11 Home Trial" — confirms the doc's note: do NOT buy Windows from the Ideal Tech configurator at +RM 549. Buy OEM key on Shopee for RM 100-180.
- "All our rigs are built with Noctua premium thermal paste" — minor build-quality signal worth noting (better than typical pre-built TIM).
- "Copy Specs" button visible — click this before walking in to copy the full spec into a notes app on your phone. Gives the branch staff an exact text spec to match against your verbal request.
- Cooler: FREE JONSBO CB40 Black Cooler — confirms the free upgrade is still active. Adequate for 7500F today; plan Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 ARGB swap (~RM 179) at the eventual 9800X3D upgrade.
- Bring this screenshot on your phone — visual evidence of the May promo pricing in case the in-store quote differs.
- Click "Copy Specs" first — paste the full spec list into Notes/Keep on your phone before leaving home. Show the staff the text spec for an unambiguous match.
- Verify three priority components in person: (1) Gigabyte B650EM Force WiFi 6E motherboard, (2) Kingston Fury Beast RGB 32GB (2×16GB) DDR5-6000, (3) Kioxia Exceria Basic Gen4 1TB. Inspect serial-number stickers on each box before paying.
- Confirm stock for all three on the day — May promo items can be the first to deplete during the 2026 RAM/SSD crisis. If Kingston is out of stock, do NOT accept a silent substitution; either negotiate equivalent kit at promo price or walk away.
- Ask about pickup vs build-and-deliver timing — Penang branch may have stock for same-day or next-day pickup vs the 3-7 day mail-order build queue.
- Pay by card or cash on the spot after physical verification — eliminates the FPX-irreversibility concern from online ordering. Card adds chargeback protection if anything goes wrong post-purchase.
- Get a written/printed invoice with serial numbers of RAM, GPU, motherboard, SSD before leaving. Required for warranty claims and crucial if any part DOA.
- Don't buy add-ons at the branch either — same as online: skip Windows OS (RM 549), extra SSD add-ons (3× markup), HDD add-ons (wrong type for NAS later), Targus surge strips (RM 99-149 vs RM 30-50 on Shopee).
For Comfortability — Configured Radiance Prime (everything maxed)
Verified via direct scrape of build.idealtech.com.my and the Radiance Prime product page on 4 May 2026. Base price + every upgrade option's cost was extracted from the configurator's data layer, not estimated.
| Configurator step | Selection | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Base Radiance Prime | 7500F · A620M · 5060 Ti 8GB · 1×16GB · 500GB · 650W Bronze · CX200M case · Free Jonsbo CB40 cooler · Win 11 trial | RM 4,399 |
| + Motherboard upgrade | GIGABYTE B650EM Force WiFi 6E — solves WiFi + 9800X3D upgrade path + Gen5 SSD support + 3rd M.2 slot | +RM 259 |
| + GPU upgrade | MSI RTX 5060 Ti Shadow 2X OC 16GB or ASUS Dual 16GB — VRAM headroom for 2027+ AAA | +RM 799 |
| + RAM upgrade | G.Skill Ripjaws S5 32GB (2×16GB) DDR5-6000 — proper dual-channel, 2026 RAM-crisis price | +RM 799 |
| Configurator total | RM 6,256 |
Why this beats JOI A5005 (RM 4,999): RM 1,257 more, but you get 16GB VRAM (vs 8GB), 32GB RAM (vs 16GB), WiFi 6E built in, and Gen5 SSD support for future drives. The JOI is cheaper today; the Configured Prime is cheaper across the lifetime of the machine.
Why this beats Stellar (RM 5,999) — even at +RM 257: 16GB VRAM > 12GB on the 5070 (same VRAM ceiling concern, just delayed by 2 years). 32GB RAM out the gate vs Stellar's 16GB single-channel default. Better motherboard (B650E vs B650M).
Future CPU upgrade: The B650E Force WiFi 6E has 8+2+2 VRM with adequate headroom for a 9800X3D drop-in (120W TDP). At that point you'd also want to swap the Jonsbo CB40 stock cooler for a Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 (~RM 179 separately).
| Build | Price | GPU/VRAM | RAM | Mobo | WiFi | 9800X3D-ready |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radiance Prime base | RM 4,399 | 5060 Ti 8GB | 1×16GB single | A620M | ❌ | ❌ |
| Radiance Kiro II base | RM 4,499 | RX 9060 XT 16GB | 1×16GB single | A620M | ❌ | ❌ |
| Smart Budget Prime | RM 4,857 | 5060 Ti 8GB | 1×16GB single | B650E | ✅ WiFi 6E | ✅ |
| ⭐ Dev-Aware Prime (Recommended) | RM 5,756 | 5060 Ti 8GB | 2×16GB dual (Kingston RGB) | B650E | ✅ WiFi 6E | ✅ |
| JOI A5005 | RM 4,999 | 5060 Ti 8GB | 1×16GB single | B650M | ❌ | ✅ |
| Radiance Stellar | RM 5,999 | RTX 5070 12GB | 1×16GB single | B650M | ✅ | ✅ |
| Configured Prime (max) | RM 6,256-6,555 | 5060 Ti 16GB | 2×16GB dual | B650E | ✅ WiFi 6E | ✅ |
| Custom DIY Build C (full B650 + 1TB) | RM 6,828 | 5060 Ti 16GB | 2×16GB dual | B650 | depends | ✅ |
| Radiance Zenith | RM 7,299 | RTX 5070 Ti 16GB | 1×16GB single | B650M | ✅ | ✅ |
The configurator offers two B650 boards: MSI B650M GAMING WIFI (+RM 249) and Gigabyte B650EM Force WiFi 6E (+RM 259). Pay the extra RM 10 for the Gigabyte. It adds a third M.2 slot, supports Gen5 SSDs (the MSI does not), and uses the slightly higher-binned B650E chipset. RM 10 is 0.16% of the build cost — overdetermined upgrade.
Both have WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 built in, both fit the included CX200M case (mATX), and both have adequate VRMs for a future 9800X3D upgrade.
- 500GB SSD stays at this price. Add Kioxia Exceria Basic Gen4 1TB upgrade for +RM 199 (would push total to RM 6,455) if 500GB feels tight.
- Stock Jonsbo CB40 cooler is fine for the 7500F but marginal for a future 9800X3D. Plan ~RM 179 for a Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 at upgrade time.
- 500GB → 32GB RAM is a weird ratio. If you do mostly gaming, the 16GB single-channel default is genuinely fine — you could skip the RAM upgrade and save RM 799 (build becomes RM 5,457 with single-channel 16GB). 32GB matters for VMs, dev work, heavy multitasking; it's gaming-irrelevant in 2026.
- vs Custom Build C (RM 6,828): Configured Prime saves RM 572 over the full DIY route while delivering identical specs except 500GB vs 1TB SSD. The pre-built also includes Ideal Tech's 90-day 1-to-1 exchange + free on-site warranty in Penang.
Alternative 1440p Pre-Built Picks
After consideration, 1440p is the smarter target resolution for this build — it cuts the budget by roughly half while delivering an excellent gaming experience. Below are the three pre-builts from Gloo worth considering for a 1440p target, with realistic FPS expectations for each.
⚠ Note on RTX 5060 Ti VRAM: Gloo's A5005 builds ship with the 8GB VRAM variant of the RTX 5060 Ti, not the 16GB version. 8GB is sufficient for 1440p high settings today, but may feel tight in the most demanding 2027+ AAA titles. If Gloo offers a 16GB GPU upgrade for ~RM 300–500 extra, take it.
1080p: 140–200+ FPS Ultra · 4K: 60–90 FPS High + DLSS Performance (playable but not ideal).
Caveat: Intel LGA 1700 is end-of-life — no CPU upgrade path. The 14700F is so capable you won't need to upgrade for 5+ years anyway.
Why consider this still: If you specifically value the B650M chipset for future 9800X3D upgrade and won't go through the eMarque self-modification route, JOI is the cheapest pre-built that has B650M out of the box. AM5 socket future-proof. No OS — budget RM 100–180 for Windows 11 OEM. No WiFi — budget RM 99 for a USB WiFi 6 dongle.
Why skip this: Radiance Prime base (RM 4,399) gets you the same RAM/GPU/CPU for RM 600 less; you only lose B650M → A620M (still works for 9800X3D, just with VRM headroom concerns). eMarque INFINITY 5060 Ti at RM 4,368 + 16GB GPU upgrade for +RM 499 = RM 4,867 — RM 132 cheaper than JOI with 16GB VRAM.
What the extra RM 1,500 buys: Newer Zen 5 CPU (~5–10% faster), 360mm AIO instead of air cooler, WiFi included, larger 700W PSU, fancier case with LCD display.
Honest take: If 1440p gaming is the goal, this RM 1,500 doesn't improve gaming. Better spent on a quality 1440p monitor or saving for the future. Worth it if you specifically value the AIO cooler quietness or want WiFi without a USB dongle.
| Price | Pick | GPU | 1440p AAA FPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| RM 4,999 | A5005 (7500F) | RTX 5060 Ti 8GB | 70–95 FPS High + DLSS |
| RM 6,499 | A5005 (9600X) | RTX 5060 Ti 8GB | 75–100 FPS High + DLSS |
| RM 7,999 | JOI 7170 | RTX 5070 | 100–150 FPS Ultra + DLSS |
- A5005 (Ryzen 5 5500 + RTX 5060) — RM 3,499 — DDR4 RAM + AM4 dead-end socket + RTX 5060 (non-Ti) is a 1080p card. Product link
- A5005 (RX 9060 XT variant) — RX 9060 XT lacks DLSS 4 and weaker ray tracing — for AAA gaming with NVIDIA's feature stack, the 5060 Ti version is the better pick
- JOI 5140 (i5-14400F) — Intel LGA 1700 is end-of-life
- JOI Ultra 5140 / 7170 / 9490 — Intel LGA 1851 socket likely dead-end after one generation
JOI A5005 is no longer the best 1440p value pick after verifying its RAM is single-channel (1×16GB), not dual-channel (2×8GB) as previously documented. See the two-tier "For Budget / For Comfortability" callout at the top of this tab — the budget pick now goes to eMarque INFINITY 5060 Ti + 16GB GPU upgrade (RM 4,867) for the 16GB VRAM advantage, and the comfortability pick is Configured Radiance Prime (RM 6,256).
JOI A5005 still has one merit: the B650M motherboard preserves the 9800X3D upgrade path with proper VRM headroom. If you specifically value buying a pre-built with the B650 chipset already installed (vs A620M on cheaper alternatives), JOI remains a defensible pick at RM 4,999 — but it's no longer the best raw value.
The RM 1,500 jump to the 9600X variant doesn't improve gaming. Same GPU, same FPS at 1440p. You're paying for an AIO cooler and WiFi — useful but not gaming-relevant.
The JOI 7170 (RM 7,999) is overkill for 1440p unless you might pivot toward 4K later. The RTX 5070 has more headroom than 1440p needs — you'd be paying RM 3,000 extra for performance you won't use.
1440p Monitor Recommendation — Pairs with the A5005
For the JOI A5005 (7500F + RTX 5060 Ti), the right monitor target is 27" 1440p at 144–180Hz with an IPS flat panel. After comparing TMT's catalog, one stands out as the clear value pick.
Why it pairs perfectly with the RTX 5060 Ti: Your GPU pushes 70–100 FPS at 1440p high in AAA games and 200+ FPS in competitive titles. The 180Hz refresh rate captures that full range without wasted headroom. G-Sync Compatible eliminates tearing with NVIDIA cards.
Honest caveats: 300 nits brightness is fine indoors but not great in sunny rooms. HDMI 2.0 + DP 1.2 (not 2.1/1.4) — works perfectly at 1440p 180Hz but limits future 4K use. Samsung's Malaysian warranty service is good, slightly less polished than LG.
Honest take: RM 711 more than the G50F for ~10% better colors and a refresh rate ceiling you'll never reach. Worth it only if you do design/creative work alongside gaming.
- Lenovo L27h-4A (RM 899) — only 100Hz refresh, wastes your RTX 5060 Ti's potential. Built for productivity, not gaming.
- Acer Nitro KG243YUP1 (RM 599) — only 23.8" — 1440p density on a screen this small makes text and UI elements uncomfortably tiny. Stick with 27".
- BenQ PD2706QN DesignVue (RM 2,199) — productivity monitor with low refresh rate, not for gaming.
- Samsung OLED G6 G60SD (RM 3,599) — gorgeous OLED panel but better paired with an RTX 5070 Ti or 5080. Overkill for the A5005 build.
For 27" 1440p single-monitor setups, flat is the right call. Curvature only meaningfully helps on 32"+ or ultrawide (34"+) panels where peripheral vision is engaged. Flat is more versatile for productivity, cheaper at the same panel quality, and easier to position.
How to identify flat models by name: Samsung Odyssey G50F/G50A/G50D = flat (G55C/G55T = curved). ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS/XG27ACMES = flat (XG27ACG = curved). LG UltraGear 27GP/27GR/27GS = flat. MSI without "C" suffix = flat.
🔌 Cable check before buying: The G50F runs at full 180Hz only via DisplayPort 1.2. Confirm a DP cable is included in the box at TMT — if not, grab one on Shopee for RM 30–50. HDMI 2.0 caps at 144Hz at 1440p on this monitor.
At the RM 5,000 price tier, pre-built often beats custom on value — and the 2026 RAM crisis makes this gap even wider. Pre-built shops buy components at bulk pricing, pass some savings on, and remove your build risk. The "custom always wins" rule applies more to high-end builds (RM 10k+) where premium components have bigger margins.
This panel documents a custom 1440p build that matches the JOI A5005 (7500F) spec-for-spec, with live Malaysian retail prices and direct product links. Verify each price on the linked page before buying — RAM and SSD prices fluctuate weekly in 2026.
📌 About the prices below: Each component card has a direct link to the retailer (TMT, MSI Store, Gloo). Prices shown are what was visible on those pages at the time of writing — but Malaysian retail prices shift daily. Always click through and verify the live price before treating any total as final. Suspiciously high prices are flagged with ⚠️.
CPU
TMT lists this with a sale price of RM 619 down from RM 799. Sale prices fluctuate — verify on the link before buying. Same chip used in the JOI A5005 7500F. Boxed version includes Wraith Stealth cooler — but you'll be replacing it with the Peerless Assassin anyway. Rivals the more expensive 7600/7600X for gaming, with no integrated graphics keeping the price low.
Motherboard
Beats the A5005's ASUS Prime B650M-F (no WiFi) for the same money tier. The Mortar's VRM is solid for the 7500F and even handles 9800X3D upgrades down the line. AM5 socket support confirmed through at least 2027 — same future-proofing argument as the A5005.
RAM
⚠ TMT's RM 619 price is almost certainly a listing error. Comparing TMT's full Kingston Fury Beast price ladder reveals an inconsistent pattern:
- 16GB (2×8GB) 5600 CL36 → RM 1,438
- 16GB (2×8GB) 6000 CL36 → RM 619 ⚠️ — slower memory should NOT be cheaper than faster memory
- 32GB (2×16GB) 5600 CL36 → RM 2,600
- 32GB (2×16GB) 6000 CL30 → RM 2,299
In the DDR5 market, faster speed always costs more at the same capacity. The 6000 16GB being less than half the 5600 16GB makes no commercial sense. The variant also shows "Notify Me When Available" — out of stock — which often means stale or placeholder pricing. Don't budget for RM 619.
Realistic 2×8GB DDR5-6000 options in Malaysia:
- Kingston Fury Beast non-RGB — likely RM 950–1,099 at correct pricing (TMT listing flagged above)
- G.Skill Flare X5 2×8GB DDR5-6000 — ~RM 850–1,000 — same memory used in JOI A5005
- TeamGroup T-Create Expert 2×8GB DDR5-6000 — ~RM 750–950 — often cheapest at quality tier
- Kingston Fury Beast RGB 2×8GB DDR5-6000 — RM 1,299 at TMT (in stock, RGB premium)
Cross-check before buying. Search "Kingston Fury Beast 16GB DDR5-6000" on Shopee Kingston Official, Lazada Kingston Official, All IT Hypermarket, and C-Zone. If multiple retailers show RM 950+, that's the real price. If TMT's RM 619 holds and they actually fulfill it, that's a genuine bargain — but plan for the realistic RM 950–1,099 range.
Whatever you pick, must be 2×8GB dual-channel — single-channel costs you 10–15% gaming performance on the 7500F.
→ Fury Beast non-RGB at TMT.my (RM 619 ⚠️ likely error, out of stock) → Fury Beast RGB at TMT.my (RM 1,299, in stock)
Storage
⚠ SSD prices in Malaysia 2026 are much higher than global retail. The same AI/data-center demand surge driving up RAM has now hit NAND flash. Even the cheapest credible 1TB Gen4 NVMe (Lexar NM790 with heatsink) is RM 672 at TMT Shopee — roughly 2× what these drives sold for in 2025.
Verified Malaysia 1TB Gen4 SSD prices (May 2026):
- Lexar NM790 1TB w/ heatsink — RM 672 (TMT Shopee) — recommended pick · 7,400 MB/s read
- ADATA Legend 860 1TB — RM 714 (TMT Shopee) — mid-premium tier · ~7,000 MB/s read
- WD Black SN7100 1TB — ~RM 600–800 (Shopee/Lazada) — same drive recommended in 4K Custom Build · 7,250 MB/s read
- Samsung 990 EVO Plus 1TB — RM 1,199 (Gloo Shopee) — premium DRAM-equipped · overkill for gaming
Important corrections from earlier guidance:
- ADATA Legend 800 — couldn't be found at any reputable Malaysian retailer; appears phased out. Don't waste time looking for it.
- WD Black SN770 — not reliably stocked in Malaysia. Use the WD Black SN7100 instead (newer model).
- TMT website shows Legend 860 at RM 1,043 — but their own Shopee storefront has the same drive at RM 714. Always check TMT Shopee prices before assuming the website price.
The A5005 ships with only 512GB (Hiksemi Wave) — fills up after 3–4 modern AAA games installed. Going custom doubles your storage to 1TB from day one — but at RM 672 minimum, this is now a meaningful cost premium over pre-built.
→ Lexar NM790 1TB at TMT Shopee (RM 672) → ADATA Legend 860 1TB at TMT (verify Shopee price RM 714)
GPU — same tier as A5005
The A5005 ships with ZOTAC Twin Edge OC — Palit DUAL is a similar tier and the cheapest 5060 Ti AIB model on the market. Both are entry-level 5060 Ti cards with adequate cooling for 1440p high gaming. If a 16GB variant is available for ~RM 300–500 more, take it — improves longevity for 2027+ AAA titles. Premium AIB options: ASUS Dual OC (~RM 2,099), MSI Inspire 2X OC (~RM 2,129), Zotac Twin Edge OC (~RM 2,059).
CPU Cooler
Beats premium coolers 3× its price. The 7500F is a low-power chip (65W TDP) — this cooler handles it silently with massive thermal headroom. The A5005 ships with DeepCool AK500S (similar tier, slightly worse). No need for an AIO at this CPU level — air cooling is cheaper, quieter, and zero risk of leaks.
Power Supply
650W is plenty for the 7500F + RTX 5060 Ti combo (combined ~250W under load) with comfortable headroom for future upgrades. Beats the A5005's DeepCool PFX 600W on wattage and modularity. Modular cables are a quality-of-life win — you only plug in what you use, dramatically improving cable management and airflow inside the case.
Case
Tecware Forge M — RM 200 sweet spot, includes 3 ARGB fans, mesh front for excellent airflow, fits ATX or mATX boards. Lian Li Lancool 205 Mesh — premium pick at ~RM 280 with better build quality. Both have far superior airflow to the A5005's Darkflash DB330M. Better cooling = quieter fans + longer component lifespan.
Operating System
Monitor
Same monitor recommendation as the Pre-Built tab — see the 1440p Pre-Built tab for full details and direct TMT product link. Use a DisplayPort 1.2 cable for full 180Hz.
💰 Real Total Cost — Three Scenarios
The total depends heavily on which RAM and SSD you actually buy. Here are three realistic scenarios from best to worst:
| Ryzen 5 7500F (TMT sale) | RM 619 |
| MSI MAG B650M Mortar WiFi | RM 899 |
| TeamGroup T-Create 2×8GB DDR5-6000 (cheapest reliable kit) | ~RM 800 |
| Lexar NM790 1TB w/ heatsink (verified TMT Shopee price) | RM 672 |
| Palit RTX 5060 Ti 8GB DUAL | RM 1,999 |
| Thermalright PA 120 SE | RM 175 |
| CM MWE Gold 650 V2 | RM 415 |
| Tecware Forge M case | RM 240 |
| Windows 11 Home OEM | RM 150 |
| Samsung Odyssey G50F monitor | RM 799 |
| TOTAL (best case) | RM 6,768 |
vs JOI A5005 setup (~RM 5,948): custom is RM 820 more — even in the cheapest realistic scenario. You gain 2× storage (1TB vs 512GB), WiFi 6E, better cooler, modular PSU, better airflow case, and top-tier component brands — but you're paying meaningfully more for those gains. Pre-built has the value advantage at this tier.
Note: 2026 SSD prices in Malaysia (~RM 672 for cheapest 1TB Gen4) are roughly 2× what they were in 2025. Same AI/data-center demand crisis that's driving up RAM has now hit NAND flash too.
| Ryzen 5 7500F (TMT sale) | RM 619 |
| MSI MAG B650M Mortar WiFi | RM 899 |
| Kingston Fury Beast RGB 2×8GB DDR5-6000 | RM 1,299 |
| Lexar NM790 1TB w/ heatsink | RM 672 |
| Palit RTX 5060 Ti 8GB DUAL | RM 1,999 |
| Thermalright PA 120 SE | RM 175 |
| CM MWE Gold 650 V2 | RM 415 |
| Tecware Forge M case | RM 240 |
| Windows 11 Home OEM | RM 150 |
| Samsung Odyssey G50F monitor | RM 799 |
| TOTAL (mid case) | RM 7,267 |
vs JOI A5005 setup (~RM 5,948): custom is RM 1,319 more. Pre-built decisively wins on raw price at this scenario — only consider custom if you specifically want the build experience or top-tier brands.
| Ryzen 5 7500F (TMT sale) | RM 619 |
| MSI MAG B650M Mortar WiFi | RM 899 |
| Kingston Fury Beast RGB 2×8GB DDR5-6000 | RM 1,299 |
| Samsung 990 EVO Plus 1TB (premium overkill) | RM 1,199 |
| Palit RTX 5060 Ti 8GB DUAL | RM 1,999 |
| Thermalright PA 120 SE | RM 175 |
| CM MWE Gold 650 V2 | RM 415 |
| Tecware Forge M case | RM 240 |
| Windows 11 Home OEM | RM 150 |
| Samsung Odyssey G50F monitor | RM 799 |
| TOTAL (worst case) | RM 7,794 |
vs JOI A5005 setup (~RM 5,948): custom is RM 1,846 more. Don't buy custom this way — pre-built decisively wins. Samsung 990 EVO Plus is premium DRAM-equipped storage that's overkill for gaming; the Lexar NM790 delivers nearly identical real-world game performance for RM 527 less.
Custom vs JOI A5005 — Head-to-Head
| Component | Custom (this panel) | JOI A5005 (7500F) |
|---|---|---|
| PC price (no monitor/OS) | RM 5,819–6,845 (live prices) | RM 4,999 |
| CPU | Ryzen 5 7500F | Ryzen 5 7500F |
| Motherboard | MSI B650M Mortar (WiFi 6E) ⬆️ | ASUS Prime B650M-F (no WiFi) |
| GPU | Palit RTX 5060 Ti 8GB | ZOTAC RTX 5060 Ti 8GB |
| RAM | Kingston Fury 2×8GB DDR5-6000 | G.Skill Ripjaws 2×8GB DDR5-6000 |
| Storage | 1TB Gen4 ⬆️ (2× more) | 512GB Gen4 |
| Cooler | Thermalright Peerless Assassin SE ⬆️ | DeepCool AK500S |
| PSU | 650W Gold modular ⬆️ | 600W non-modular |
| Case airflow | Better (mesh front) | Average |
| Build risk | High (first-timer) | None |
| Build time | 4–8 hours | 0 (assembled) |
| Warranty | 8 separate manufacturer warranties | 1 single Gloo warranty (1 yr) |
| First-boot risk | Possible troubleshooting | Pre-tested, boots clean |
🎯 Which Path Should You Choose?
- Want the building experience — assembling a PC is a real, satisfying skill that pays off when you upgrade later
- Value top-tier component brands (Kingston, Thermalright, Cooler Master, Lian Li)
- Want 1TB storage from day one instead of filling up a 512GB drive in 3–4 games
- Want WiFi 6E built-in without an external dongle
- Have time — 4–8 hours of careful assembly + first-boot troubleshooting
- Are comfortable with 8 separate warranties — each component has its own RMA process
- Have an experienced friend who can guide you through tricky parts (CPU install, cable management)
- Want zero build risk — no chance of bending CPU pins, mishandling the GPU, or static-killing components
- Want it to just work — boots first time, runs stable, no troubleshooting
- Prefer a single warranty contact for the first year (Gloo handles everything)
- Don't have time for assembly or research
- Are okay with 512GB initially — you can add a second SSD for ~RM 280–350 when needed
- Don't need WiFi, or are fine using a USB WiFi adapter
- Are a first-time PC user with limited disposable income — the lower-risk path matters more than RM 240 of theoretical extra value
At verified May 2026 Malaysian retail prices, the JOI A5005 pre-built decisively beats custom on raw cost. Custom build totals RM 6,768–7,794 vs A5005 setup at ~RM 5,948 — pre-built is RM 820–1,846 cheaper depending on which RAM/SSD you settle for. The 2026 RAM crisis (DDR5-6000 16GB now RM 800–1,300, vs RM 350–500 in 2025) is bad enough on its own — but the SSD market is now also affected by the same AI/data-center demand surge, with even the cheapest credible 1TB Gen4 NVMe (Lexar NM790) at RM 672, roughly 2× its 2025 price.
Custom is only defensible if you specifically want: (a) the building experience and learning value; (b) WiFi 6E, modular PSU, better cooler, better case; (c) 1TB storage from day one instead of 512GB; (d) top-tier component brands. The RM 820+ premium has to genuinely be worth those things to you — and at intern-income budget, that's a hard sell. You can buy a second 512GB SSD later (~RM 350) to match storage, leaving you ahead by RM 470 with zero build risk.
For your situation specifically: the JOI A5005 at RM 4,999 is the clear winner. Save the RM 820+, take the zero build risk, and put the difference toward your savings buffer.
For a first-time builder buying their first proper gaming PC with limited budget, pre-built is the lower-risk, higher-confidence choice. The math doesn't favor custom strongly enough to justify the build risk: a single static discharge during assembly can kill a RM 2,000 GPU. The JOI A5005 boots first time, has a single warranty contact, and frees you from 4–8 hours of stressful first-time assembly. The RM 240 of "value advantage" custom offers isn't worth a destroyed GPU or weeks of troubleshooting.