For gamers, the graphics card is definitely the choice for a dedicated GPU. Therefore, many users may consider that since gaming requires a dedicated GPU, the integrated graphics of Intel’s Core series processors is quite useless. That’s right, it indeed is. Recently, Intel’s newly launched 9th generation Core i5 9400F is a CPU without integrated graphics. Due to the removal of the integrated graphics, the price of the i5 9400F is naturally lower. Although it’s only about 200 yuan cheaper than the i5 8400, it’s better than nothing. That 200 yuan can be added to the graphics card, hard drive, motherboard, or other components, which is better than letting the integrated graphics sit idle. Here, the computer configuration network brings you a gaming PC build priced at 5000 yuan, using the 9th generation i5 9400F without integrated graphics, paired with the newly launched GTX 1660 graphics card. At 1080p resolution, it can play many large single-player and online games at high settings. If you don’t pursue high settings, then it can handle almost any game.
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Best Gaming PC Build Under 5000 Yuan Featuring Intel Core i5 9400F and GTX 1660 |
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| Component | Brand/Model | Price |
| CPU | Intel Core i5 9400F (9th Gen) | ￥1140 |
| Cooler | Deepcool Gammaxx 400 | ￥89 |
| Motherboard | Gigabyte B360 M AORUS PRO | ￥699 |
| RAM | Kingston HyperX 8G 2666 | ￥349 |
| Graphics Card | Galax GTX 1660 6G | ￥1899 |
| Storage | Intel 760P 256G M.2 NVME | ￥379 |
| Case | 鑫谷光韵7 plus | ￥159 |
| Power Supply | ANTEC BP500 Rated 500W | ￥299 |
| Keyboard and Mouse | Optional | — |
| Monitor | Optional | — |
| Quote: | 5013 yuan | |
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Intel Core i5 9400F is the first CPU without integrated graphics in the Core series (after the 2nd generation). The i5 9400F uses a 14nm process design, with an LGA1151 interface type, which is exactly the same as the interface type of the 8th generation CPUs. The specifications of the i5 9400F include 6 cores and 6 threads, 9M L3 cache, a default clock speed of 2.9GHz, a turbo frequency of 4.1GHz, and a power consumption of 65W, with no integrated graphics.
Intel Core i5 9400F
In terms of performance, the i5 9400F has a clock speed 0.1GHz higher than the i5 8400. Other than lacking integrated graphics, its other specifications are almost identical to the i5 8400, so the performance of the i5 9400F is basically equivalent to that of the i5 8400. However, in terms of price, since the i5 9400F lacks integrated graphics, it is cheaper than the i5 8400, which can save a bit for users who do not game without a dedicated GPU. The motherboard selection is slightly more premium, using a Gigabyte B360M Aorus Pro in this configuration. This motherboard features a 4+2 phase power supply circuit, 24-pin ATX + 8-pin EPS power connectors, and a large metal heatsink covering the power supply area, chipset, and an ultra-durable M.2 slot, supporting all 8th and 9th generation Core processors. It integrates everything needed within a 24×24 cm area, with heat armor and lighting effects, making it almost perfect.
Gigabyte B360M Aorus Pro
The Gigabyte B360M Aorus Pro has four DDR4 DIMM slots, with a maximum capacity of 64GB and a maximum frequency of 2666MHz. It has two SATA 6Gbps interfaces, one M.2 22110 (PCI-Ex4), and one M.2 2280 (PCI-Ex2/SATA), which is sufficient to meet the needs of most users. The graphics card is the key component for gaming. The RTX2080/Ti may be good, but the price is not acceptable for ordinary users. Graphics cards priced between 1500 to 2000 yuan are highly sought after. Here, I have chosen the newly launched GTX 1660. Although its performance is slightly lower than the 1660Ti, it is still much stronger than the GTX 1060 (Related reading: GTX1660, GTX1060, GTX1660Ti performance comparison evaluation).
Galax GTX 1660 6G
The core code name of the Galax GTX 1660 is TU116-300, manufactured using a 12nm process, with a core frequency of 1830MHz, featuring 1408 stream processors, GDDR5 memory type, 6GB memory capacity, 192-bit memory interface, and output interfaces including 1 HDMI 2.0b, 1 DP 1.4, and 1 DVI-D. The Galax GTX 1660 adopts a block overlapping design, with a fully blue color scheme that adds a fresh touch. The high-quality blue silk screen also enhances the overall aesthetic. It features LED lighting effects on the top, creating a dazzling display. The metal perforated backplate protects the PCB while assisting with heat dissipation. It is equipped with dual 90mm fans with a special blade design to enhance airflow pressure, and incorporates smart start-stop technology, allowing the fans to stop when idle. The heat dissipation is specially optimized with a 3D bent heat pipe design, maintaining excellent cooling performance while being compact. Below are two performance evaluation images of the GTX 1660:
Regarding RAM and storage, 8GB of RAM is sufficient for 90% of games. Whether or not it has a heat spreader is really irrelevant, and those who like aesthetics can replace it with a more visually appealing model. The storage is an NVME M.2 interface, specifically the Intel 760P 256G, which has impressive speed. The benchmark score of a regular SSD is around 10,000, while NVME SSDs score around 50,000.
ANTEC BP500
The power supply model is the ANTEC BP500, featuring active PFC, rated at 500W, which is completely sufficient for this platform and allows for some future hardware upgrades. Here, I want to emphasize again for beginners that the power supply does not have to be a high-end model, but the brand should not be a generic one. Buying a generic PFC power supply is like bringing home a ticking time bomb.
鑫谷光韵7 plus
The case is just a shell. As long as the workmanship and materials are okay, it can be simple, complex, unique, cheap, or expensive, according to your preference. This configuration uses an M-ATX small board, which does not limit the case (except for mini cases). Summary: Best Gaming PC Build Under 5000 Yuan Featuring Intel Core i5 9400F and GTX 1660 This configuration is quite suitable for users with certain demands in component selection. While it may not be high-end, it is certainly not a low-end version. In terms of performance, the six-core i5 9400F paired with the GTX 1660 can meet the configuration requirements of most current games. The high-end NVME SSD can provide an extremely fast experience in daily use. If you are considering purchasing a gaming PC around 5000 yuan, this configuration is worth saving for.