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The RTX 4060 Ti is launching in the market. Initially, only the 8 GB model will be up for grabs, with the beefier and costlier 16 GB model debuting sometime in July. At $399, this card is the first Ada Lovelace option for budget gamers who don't have thousands of dollars to dump on their gaming rig. It directly replaces the 3060 Ti, the most powerful Ampere desktop GPU ever. Thus, the 4060 Ti has big shoes to fill.
However, the upcoming GPU is a lucrative option with support for DLSS 3.0 and improved power efficiency. Many gamers sitting with older Pascal and Turing GPUs would want to upgrade, leaving them in the dilemma of choosing parts for their setup.
This article will list the best builds for the new RTX 4060 Ti. We have included everything from budget sub-$1,000 builds to the most extreme hardware you can buy today.
RTX 4060 Ti-based builds won't cost you thousands of dollars
1) Budget build within $900
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5600
- Motherboard: ASRock B550M Phantom Gaming 4 M-ATX motherboard
- RAM: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16 GB (2x 8 GB) DDR4 3000
- Cooler: Deepcool AK400 high-performance air cooler
- PSU: Corsair CX650M 650W 80+ Bronze semi-modular power supply
- Storage: Crucial BX500 1 TB SATA SSD
- Video card: Nvidia Geforce RTX 4060 Ti FE 8 GB
- Case: Lian Li Lancool 205M Mesh MicroATX mini-tower
The 4060 Ti is a mid-range video card. The 8 GB variant that launches today is priced at $399 and can be easily paired with entry-level chips from the last generation, like the Ryzen 5 5600. When coupled with this processor, gamers can enjoy the full potential of the graphics card without spending a ton.
We have opted for the Lian Li Lancool 205M Mesh M-ATX case, a solid entry in the $70 range with tons of airflow. Besides this, the build is mainly based on budget components like the B550M Phantom Gaming 4 motherboard from ASRock, 16 GB of Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 memory, and the AK400 cooler from DeepCool.
This build will cost gamers around $900, depending on slight pricing fluctuations. It is an excellent option for those who want the latest technology but don't want to spend much money on their rig.
2) High-end DDR4-based build within $1200
- Processor: Intel Core i7 12700KF
- Motherboard: MSI PRO Z690-A ATX motherboard
- RAM: CORSAIR Vengeance RGB Pro 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3200
- Cooler: Deepcool LS720 high-performance 360 mm AIO cooler
- PSU: EVGA 850 BQ 80+ Bronze semi-modular power supply
- Storage: Western Digital SN750 NVMe M.2 2280 1 TB PCIe Gen 3
- Video card: Nvidia Geforce RTX 4060 Ti FE 8 GB
- Case: Phanteks Eclipse P400A Digital
The RTX 4060 Ti shines with high-end processors like the Intel Core i7 12700KF. The chip has been discounted following the launch of the new Raptor Lake lineup. This makes it a solid chip for gamers who need solid multi-core performance for workloads like rendering, video editing, and more.
For about $300 more than the last build, gamers get high-quality Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro memory, an 850W EVGA power supply, NVMe storage, and the DeepCool LS720 liquid cooler.
The case we have opted for is the Phanteks Eclipse P400A Digital, which is a solid option with tons of airflow around the $100 mark.
4) Gaming-focused build within $1,400
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D
- Motherboard: ASRock X570 Phantom Gaming 4 ATX motherboard
- RAM: CORSAIR Vengeance RGB Pro 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3200
- Cooler: Deepcool LS720 high-performance 360 mm AIO cooler
- PSU: EVGA 850 BQ 80+ Bronze semi-modular power supply
- Storage: Samsung 980 PRO Heatsink NVMe M.2 2280 1 TB PCIe Gen 4
- Video card: Nvidia Geforce RTX 4060 Ti FE 8 GB
- Case: Hyte Y60
Regarding gaming chips, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D still shines due to its revised pricing and exceedingly good performance. The chip is better than some Ryzen 7000 and Raptor Lake octa-core counterparts thanks to AMD's 3D V-caching technology. Thus, when paired with the RTX 4060 Ti, gamers can expect superb performance while enjoying the perks of AM4: cheaper motherboards and affordable memory.
The rest of the build remains the same. The Corsair Vengeance memory, the LS720, and the 850W EVGA power supply suit almost any sub-$1,500 build. However, we have upgraded the storage to accommodate a Gen 4 drive from Samsung. We also have opted for the Hyte Y60 case, which offers a solid panoramic view of the build inside.
4) High-end DDR4-based build within $1,700 for power users
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
- Motherboard: MSI MPG X570 Gaming Plus ATX motherboard
- RAM: CORSAIR Vengeance RGB Pro SL 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3600
- Cooler: Deepcool LT720 high-performance 360 mm AIO cooler
- PSU: EVGA 850 BQ 80+ Bronze semi-modular power supply
- Storage: Samsung 980 PRO Heatsink NVMe M.2 2280 2 TB PCIe Gen 4
- Video card: Nvidia Geforce RTX 4060 Ti FE 8 GB
- Case: Fractal Design Meshify C
We strongly don't recommend pairing Ryzen 9 or Core i9 processors with the RTX 4060 Ti, but the revised pricing of the older AM4-based lineup makes it possible without spending gazillions on a build. The Ryzen 9 5900X is now cheaper than the Core i7 13700K, making it a solid choice for those who want their gaming setup to double up as a workstation.
The build has been paired with the Fractal Design Meshify C, which continues to be a solid recommendation for high-end PCs. We have opted for a higher-end motherboard, namely the MSI MPG X670 Gaming Plus, to run the 5900X at its full potential. The cooler has also been upgraded to let the chip turbo to its advertised limits. The rest of the build remains almost the same.
5) No compromises build with the RTX 4070 ($2500+)
- Processor: Intel Core i9 13900KS
- Motherboard: MSI Z790 ACE E-ATX motherboard
- RAM: Teamgroup T-Force Vulcan 64 GB (2x 32 GB) DDR5-5200
- Cooler: Deepcool LT720 high-performance 360 mm AIO cooler
- PSU: MSI A1000G PCIe 5 1000 W fully modular power supply
- Storage: Samsung 980 PRO Heatsink NVMe M.2 2280 2 TB PCIe Gen 4
- Video card: Nvidia Geforce RTX 4060 Ti FE 8 GB
- Case: Lian Li PC-O11 Dynamic Evo White
The RTX 4060 Ti isn't an ideal pair with the Core i9 13900KS. This chip won't be utilized at its full potential, even under full load, which makes it a waste of money. We recommend that anyone going for this build scale down on the chip and the motherboard and opt for a beefier video card like the RTX 4070 or the 4070 TI.
However, if you want to go all out with your gaming PC, there isn't a better chip than the 13900KS. The processor will leave room for future upgrades, meaning you can throw in an RTX 4080 a few months later.
With this build, we have opted for the Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo, a unique case with tons of customization potential, and the MSI A1000G PCIe 5.0 power supply that'll help directly power the RTX 40 series FE cards.
This RTX 4060 Ti-based build will end up costing northwards $2,500, so ensure you have deep pockets to exploit before ordering the components.
