How to Build a PC - Step by Step Beginners Guide

A full step by step beginners guide to building a PC with the latest generation of hardware including putting all the parts together, installing windows, installing drivers, setting up RGB and overclocking the RAM. This guide assumes no previous knowledge and is perfect for a first time PC builder. Links to parts used in the build are listed below.
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:53 Choosing a Case
00:02:47 Choosing a Motherboard
00:09:04 Choosing a CPU
00:10:40 CPU Installation
00:16:20 Storage Explanation
00:22:13 M.2 SSD Installation
00:30:45 RAM Explanation
00:34:33 RAM Installation
00:37:09 CPU Cooler Bracket Installation
00:39:15 Preparing the Case
00:41:47 Motherboard Installation
00:46:20 Case Cable Installation
00:56:00 Power Suppy Explanation
01:02:35 Power Supply Installation
01:10:57 CPU Cooler Explanation
01:21:42 CPU Cooler Installation
01:39:55 SATA SSD and HDD Installation
01:44:39 Case Fan Explanation
01:47:50 Graphics Card Explanation
02:00:01 Graphics Card Installation
02:01:51 Cable Management
02:04:41 Installing Windows 11
02:10:01 Driver Installation
02:11:52 Getting All SSDs to Show Up
02:13:33 Updating the BIOS
02:16:47 Adjusting RAM Speed
02:17:09 Adjusting Fan Settings
02:18:58 Enabling ReSize BAR
02:19:21 Confirming RAM Speed
02:20:05 RGB Software Demonstration
02:22:16 Complete Build Footage
02:23:15 Benchmarks, Thermals & Noise
02:25:00 Outro
Parts used in the video (Amazon links are Affiliates Links)
• LIAN LI Lancool 216 RGB
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• ASUS ROG STRIX X670E-E GAMING WIFI
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• AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
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• DeepCool LT720 CPU Cooler
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• Kingston Fury Beast RGB 32GB 5600MT/s DDR5 CL40 DIMM Desktop Memory (Kit of 2)
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• Kingston FURY Renegade PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 500GB
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• TEAMGROUP T-Force CARDEA A440 PRO Aluminum Heatsink 1TB
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• Samsung 970 EVO 1 TB
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• Kingston KC600 SSD 512GB
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• MONTECH Titan Gold 1200W Power Supply
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• ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
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Options shown in the video
• ASUS ROG STRIX Z790 E GAMING WIFI
UK - amzn.to/3Us77k5
US - amzn.to/3rEhhC5
CA - amzn.to/3HZJ74T
• Intel Core i7-13700K
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• Maidesite Standing Desk S2 Pro Plus - shrsl.com/3wwme
Affiliate links
I am part of the Amazon associates program, this means I get a small commission when you buy through these referral links
A timelapse of the build can be seen at • Lian Li Lancool 216 Build and more photos of the build at pcpartpicker.com/b/hYLPxr
Useful Links
• How to make a Windows 11 Bootable USB - • How to Make a Windows ...
• Motherboard Drivers - rog.asus.com/motherboards/rog...
• Motherboard Overview - • ASUS ROG STRIX X670E-E...
• NVIDIA GeForce Experience - www.nvidia.com/en-gb/geforce/...
• Armoury Crate - www.asus.com/motherboards-com...
• Lian Li Lancool 216 Build - Step by Step PC Build Guide - • Lian Li Lancool 216 Bu...
• PC Building Desk Upgrade - Maidesite S2 Pro Plus Standing Desk - • PC Building Desk Upgra...
• be Quiet! PSU Calculator - www.bequiet.com/en/psucalculator
Music
Racing Hearts - MATTIE MAGUIRE www.epidemicsound.com/track/4...
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[@toonnut1]

There's literally nobody that includes as much information as this man when it comes to pc building. What a legend 👏🙌

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Thanks

[@toonnut1]

@@ChristopherFlannigan thanks for the great videos

[@trismethod]

building* the information is viable irregardless of what you play, it’s what you make of it💪

[@TheNosgothicRealm]

@@ChristopherFlannigan thanks a million my man! you stand alone in the amount of details you’re covering in this build video and the professional way of explaining. I applaud you!

[@hsamhsam-jl9fz]

​@ChristopherFlannigan

[@SEATennis1]

I don't think he left anything out. This is the holy grail for pc building .

[@tatti2720]

I've been rewatching this video for a week and today I finally built my gaming pc. Sincerely, thank you so much for the work you put into this. It had everything anybody could ever need.

[@martinist2005]

This guy's videos also helped me to build my first PC. I always thought it was really hard but he explains everything like it's the easiest thing in the world. Was very simple to follow along but i did have problems with my USB 3 cable

[@hsamhsam-jl9fz]

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[@BADROCKET_FN]

What specs your PC have?

[@07Review]

Man, I just want to thank you and GOD bless you!!! , you motivated me to get back on my first carrier as a PC technician, back in 2006 I did finish my classes for the A+ certification, and they promised me a high salary, but in 2007-2008 I wasn't able to get a decent job, I did have to put everything on the side and start driving Cdl trucks, finally, I was getting a good salary (6 years later) and well I move to Ups and that's it, I didn't move back to computers, finally I decided to change my old 13 old gaming pc and as soon as I checked the prices and specs. I said to myself forget about it, then I watched your video building a gaming rig using a Msi tomahawk z690 and and I7 12700K, and I said to myself you have to get back! GOD BLESS YOU MAN I did it, now the trucking industry is struggling, and after I did build my rig some guys asked me to fix theirs pcs. You are one if not the most professional guy I ever see building computers, you do not skip any details. Awesome Work thanks again.

[@iikatinggangsengii2471]

hm, hope things get better

[@talon1706]

I learned how to build pc's when my wife wouldn't let me touch her first store bought pc. That was in 1995. Still at it. Great video.

[@BRZZN]

You are the one that helped me better understand everything about PC building and how to build my first PC! I literally couldn’t of done it without you! I’m glad you make videos like this and I watched every second of this video! I love it!

[@dennis.oosthuizen]

That is exactly what I was looking for; thank you for taking the time to create this. The detail you went into has helped me.

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

You're very welcome!

[@jaykuhn1764]

Thanks! The best build video at least that I have seen. You take the time to provide additional information on what to I be done and how. But also take the time to go over what is critical or not, what can go wrong and how to fix it. Well done, the best! ...delivered with an interesting accent 🙂

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Sk00dbear]

Just finished my first pc build in a Lancool 3. It has all worked out without any problems thanks to this guide and your Lancool 3 guide. A big thanks to your clear and detailed instructions. Wishing you all the best and hope your channel keeps growing and gets the recognition it deserves.

[@mariom145]

I would like to thank you for conducting such a thorough and easy-to-follow video guide. This video was well organized and provided clear-cut concise instructions. I just finished my first build thanks to this video!

[@xanderludwig]

Chris your channel is outstanding! I always have bought pre-builts and stayed away from hardware, but your vidoes inspired me and guided me to build my first pc this year. I love how much to provide a depth on explanation that is great for beginners, which is always matter of fact and doesn't make you feel bad for being newbie. The comprehensive details, including how to install windows at the end are just amazing, thank you!

[@WhiskyTangoFoxtrot33]

Huge thanks! This is by far the best full build guide I've come across. I followed your steps and my new rig is up and running great.

[@MikeBob2023]

You're still The Man, Mr. Flannigan! It took me 3 days to watch the entire video (I can't watch anything, anywhere, for more than an hour or so 🙄), but watch it all I did. Your build (unexpectedly) caused me to wax nostalgic because my very first (SUCCESSFUL 😝) build was around the *ASUS ROG STRIX Z270E Gaming* motherboard, and it was *quite* an experience. Thanks again! 👍

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Well done for making to the end, I had to split up the final watch through check as well

[@Ngryn]

I'm not even building a computer and I watched this - Chris is a total delight to watch. One of the better build videos I've watched - super informative and great explanations.

[@umlaudanum]

You're a lifesaver. Your calm tone and thorough explanation and demonstration helped me through my first build. Thank you!

[@zaclundgren4573]

Building my first computer currently and your videos have helped immensely. Can’t thank you enough!

[@danemyburgh]

Best PC build guide on KZbin.

[@HellfireDraco]

I'm gonna be building my first PC soon and I'm so glad I came across your channel. Straight forward, easy to understand information and then you go and do a build with the case that I had already picked out! Couldn't have asked for more a detailed look than that.

[@yogeshtamrakar9581]

😮. .

[@yogeshtamrakar9581]

😊😊

[@mrnexus8seven949]

I am watching this in January 2024 ... so according to your message, you might well have built your first pc by now. Have you and if so, did it go ok? I have no idea how to build them, but want to ... so I am interested to know how it went :-)

[@HellfireDraco]

@@mrnexus8seven949 yea it went fine. after watching a few builds it ended up being pretty straightforward.

[@wiskas5290]

Great video, this a real boss, builded my pc, using 50%-60% of information of this video. Working well, no problems on pc(but I was really attentive and careful when builded it)

[@RTFMhvac]

Built*

[@B2gboi]

Just bought my parts and was so nervous to put everything together and found this vid which happened to have almost completely identical components. You’re a godsend seriously.

[@MartinBellP]

Thanks for the hard work in putting this comprehensive guide together 👍

[@ImperfectNobody]

Just want to say THANK YOU. Your tutorial was life saver building my first pc. I just finished it and all is good! :D

[@HoneyBear1989]

Excellent video! I really appreciate your efforts and the detail.

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Glad you liked it and thanks

[@rare6499]

Great video, will no doubt be extremely helpful for a lot of people. Clear, detailed, excellent job! Can’t wait to see that 216 in stock in the UK. Seems like we’ve been waiting ages for it.

[@CyroNux]

ive had it in my rig for months and im uk. got it from overclockers

[@2ra0]

Really…thank you .. such videos deserve huge supports I built my pc from scratch following you and everything went just like you mentioned Thank you 🙏 ❤

[@jamesg7456]

Ive watched many videos as a refresher for my next build and I’ll say yours are the most thorough. Good work sir

[@observer6179]

Back in school again. Excellent class. Thank you..

[@blade991]

Phenomenal video Chris! Easy to follow and clear explanations that helped me build my first ever pc 😊

[@fer_rguez]

I think I didn't leave a comment back then, but I used this video to build my first pc, specially because I bought the lian li 216, and that made things so much easier, was kinda nervous at the time, but just by following the video along it made me feel more confident, so thank you very much for such an easy and very well detailed guide, since a lot of other youtubers just assume you kinda know all the basics or they usually don't include certain details, amazing work and once again tyvm!

[@KeokiDude]

Man, BIG THANKS for such a complete and in depth tutorial. I just built my wife a PC today and your video really made it happen quite easily. George &Tricia- Portland, OR, USA

[@Shamimfarsi]

I really like how detailed you are in all your videos. You explain well. Thank you very much.

[@mustafaaziz4245]

Thank you for this guide, I used it to build my pc and I am so grateful for this guide. Great step by step explanation! Have a wonderful day!

[@tomaszk2448]

Amazing video, especially for a guy who built his last PC, 20 years ago! Thank you.

[@TheMerman]

Thank you so much for this video! Thanks to you I not only learned about the components that make a pc run, I was able to build my own very first PC

[@R_L_T]

I was looking for a guide like this. Thank you for making it so clear.

[@bigtoenath]

The most helpful knowledgeable and informative. He does not miss! Thanks Christopher please keep it going!

[@medhammamchebel8605]

It can't get more detailed than this. Enjoyed watching the whole thing

[@zezochi]

Can describe how much I've enjoyed watching this guide, what makes it even more interesting that I am getting the same case + aio cooler, Thank you so so much, and I wish you all the best 🎉

[@kopilkaiser8991]

Your video is a treasure to newbie builders. For you, millions will be saving 300-400 pounds by being able to build their own gaming pc. Buying pre-built gaming pcs are so expensive and the same pc built by oneself is so much cheaper. ❤😊 Thank you so much for all your hardwork and efforts.

[@asianmaddness56]

Built a pc after my old one of 13 years died on me. This was PERFECT. I did it all last night while following you and booted perfectly first time. WOW. You got a subscriber in me sir!

[@wozu__]

Thank you so much for this video, finally got around to building a PC of my own and this video helped me get through without any problems!

[@ZenoGy]

Before my build I watched many vids from tech youtubers . I paused often , making many notes on paper so that I was as prepared as I could be for the moment of first boot ( the time when you cant access the net on your still windowless new PC to verify the steps in the process ) . Anyway , after all the heartstopping moments , it all came together . I return here to thank you for your calm and concise manner of explanation . I think your tutorials are every bit as valuable as other more subscribed channels and I wish more lasting success for you . Thanks mate , I owe ya several beers :)

[@johntim5293]

Absolutely amazing, detailed video!

[@hellobro789-je6qp]

I build my first pc today using this guide. It posted and the only thing i had gotten wrong was that i didnt connect fan hub to sata connector, but now its working perfectly. Thanks alot for making this so detailed so i didnt need to watch 5 different videos 👍

[@JacekS406]

Absolutely great. So much useful information.

[@1ediss1]

This is the first youtube video I actually press the like button for in years. Gooooood job for real.

[@CarnivoryHODL]

Built my 1st PC from your videos on the o11 Air Mini! Great thermals, great build experience. My PC’s a beast!

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Glad to hear it

[@subscription5736]

Wow, finally a comprehensive instructional with no fluff. Thank you, best KZbin video ever!

[@trxntroll843]

Just finished my first PC build this past weekend with this video on the other PC the entire 15 plus hours lol. Couldn't have done it without this video. Even ran into a hiccup on first boot but figured it out after a few minutes. Wish I could post a pic here!

[@ayai3428]

I watched your vids without subscribing for a while now. After watching this specific vid, you are worth subscribing. Great video man. Thanks!

[@MADHIKER777]

Incredibly valuable video. The very best guide to computer building! Thank you!

[@doppelsauger1334]

Thanks so much for your videos man, im actually gonna get my parts by may 9 and im for sure use your video you explain really well luckily i bough the exact same case so yeah great to see

[@philbill4958]

Excellent Chris. Well done.

[@sotg671]

I built my PC following along with Christophers Lian Li 216 build in December, flawless instructions, so happy with my build and 216 case

[@javiermartinez4946]

How is it working and what was your total spent

[@sotg671]

@@javiermartinez4946 Everything is marvelous! I got into a light overclocking, Gigabyte z790 Elite Ax is easy to navigate. For a first time builder and Chris's great step by step guide, I couldn't have gone wrong. ~ $1,900 US - Lian Li 216, XFX 6800XT, Gigabyte z790 Elite Ax, 13600k, Corsair RM1000x, G.Skill 6000, LG 165 Hz OLED monitor YUGE upgrade form GTX 970 MSI Dominator laptop (2015)

[@javiermartinez4946]

@@sotg671 that’s awesome! I wonder if that set up will be good for video streaming and editing….

[@killab5304]

Thank you so much for this video! It helped me build my first PAC in over 15 years, your the man!

[@Andy.Gledhill.Models.]

I am a bit late on this. Recently discovered this channel. You definitely have my sub Chris. What a brilliant guide this is. Although I am no stranger to upgrading PC components. I have never installed a motherboard etc from scratch, into a new case. I have ordered a new Antec NX416L case in White. Got a new motherboard coming for it, and a new M2 SSD drive and standard SSD drive. I will be migrating most of my other stuff into the new case, and this guide will be essential to help me do that. Thanks a lot mate.

[@Zero-Cool_]

You are the absolutely best guide I have ever found. Thank You so much for all your work..

[@Kares.]

Built my pc following this guide everything was the same except the cpu, gpu, and power supply and glad to say it powered on first try. (3060ti and AMD 7700)

[@garfieldrupe630]

Found this site yesterday. I really like the content.

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Thanks

[@ScarletEyeMoon]

Thank you for taking your time to do this very detailed video, I'm planning on getting the 216 down the road. Our computer store here in Canada is Memory Express and they haven't had any in stock for awhile.

[@firasdaz]

OMG the best PC build video ever 👏👏👏

[@SentoukiEX]

You’re a legend bro. So much great info.

[@Oddpoet]

Great job! Thanks for the Vid. I needed it

[@rel1c5]

extremely detailed such a huge help!!! thank you!

[@CyroNux]

Your videos are amazing I always use them when building and always use them to teach my friends .

[@akshitasrivastav8272]

another one of these "build as you see" i must say.first video i see covering both AMD and Intel side by side .absolutely great work.

[@philipwallace244]

Fantasic content yet again on a PC build giude the best on the net. A suggestion that I think is needed from you is a comprehensive guide of how to trouble shoot a pc once built that doesn't post !! or does post but then stops booting .ie..the typical error debug codes and boot issues explained well. Your the man to do it no doubt as I'm yet to see a video helping new pc builders that experience issues.. This knowledge would be just as essential as the build itself..debug codes OD /A2 ? and being unable to get into the BIOS for eg.. keep up the fab work Chris..

[@ANON-yj9lm]

Super clean set set up you got 🔥

[@jdmoney2g]

build is clean AF. Kudos!

[@jonesyFX]

Thank you Chris, just in time for my build in the coming weeks!

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Your welcome

[@AKDarkKnight78]

Thank you so much, sir. Thanks to you, now i have my first built pc

[@jysync]

Just wanted to say thanks. I have the same MOBO so it helped to visually see and confirm each step with your video as reference.

[@user-kp7im1sg8k]

Just made my first build with this video. Didn't run into any issues. Thank you x10000

[@domnord8865]

Tried a bunch of youtube tutorials and this one was the one that helped me finish my build!

[@GarageRCR]

This helped me so much, thank you!!!

[@captainlcm]

Saving this video for reference later, thank you!

[@bmdshred77]

Love your videos man. I will be buying this case very soon. Really liked your review video of it

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

It's hard to beat

[@djc1234]

Great video for the layman. I love KZbinrs like this whose sole aim is to help people.👍👏👌

[@awelder4040]

Very Informative... Well Done...!!!

[@Isengardtom]

This video will help a lot when I start my build coming weeks

[@yeetcannon1693]

HOLY CR@P, DUDE you explained the m2 slots on this board BETTER than ASUS and pretty much every other video I watched, THANK YOU MAN!!!!!! Liked/subbed!!

[@Bot_Danny]

Another great video 👍

[@trishmagpie3489]

Very clear. Thank you.

[@SloboTV]

My Boy Christopher with the ASMR PC BUILDS...awesome

[@pistolp6954]

Building my first pc. Definitely will be using this video for help.

[@EdwardTonai]

Thanks for the video, it helped out a lot!

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Glad it helped!

[@mattiamarinucci3996]

Bravo, sintetico, concreto, efficace.

[@HogdaddyGlenn]

A lot of knowledge for a young man. My new go to guy. Just subscribed and like on your channel. I have a I9 beast of a gamer pc from MSI

[@ALR0808]

Thank you so much.

[@thirdeeyanez9257]

Thank you!

[@ma2z958]

Thanks so much

[@dangiel77]

Best tutorial 👍

[@MikeBob2023]

You rock, Chris. Thank you. 😃

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Your welcome

[@mallificat2490]

This helped me no end thank you

[@St4rTr3v1Ut10n]

Deepcool coming in with another awesome AIO design! I have the Castle right now because it was so distinct. If I don't build my next one I'll get that for sure!

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Very quiet. Their pumps always are

[@alexiv5249]

I haven't built a PC in years, but I watched your build guide and now I am up to date in everything I need to know about modern parts. Excellent Guide. Just one thing I am missing from the video, is that you don't mention the type of screwdriver you need for the different screws. I have read you only need a Phillips #2 screwdriver. Is this the case, or do you need a different size for other screws? Thanks.

[@douglaidlaw740]

Building a PC is like building one's own house. A nervous breakdown is almost guaranteed. But the one I built was fine running Linux. It was only after Windows was added to the mix that I was back at the so familiar routine, needing a complete reinstall every 2 weeks.

[@donloder1]

Thanks for the video, I've been using it to help me finish my build which is regrettably a bit overconfident. I have a Lancoool III ARGB paired with the z790-E, MSI MEG AI1300P, and the icing on my frustration; Arctic Liquid Freezer II 420. I chose it cause there's an I9-13900K nested inside. It's my second build since 2013, I barely finished high school back then and the build was with the assistance of my local retailer. Safe to say AIO was alien to me, and I only realized it too late that I need a whole walk-in closet to fit it neatly. Didn't get a wink of sleep trying to find the one position that fit, let alone for the best airflow or noise. The factory suggested top-mounted exhaust won't do cause it's so dang thick that if I were to be stubborn about it the fans would be outside of the case with the top cover laying on top of it. In the end, I decided on the front-mount intake with it being a very tight fit, so much so that the radiator sits at the bottom and I just had to secure it with two screws to keep it standing straight. But then it presented another issue, the side panel won't close because the braided hose is a bit too stiff and poked out a bit outside the case dimension.

[@matheusminto]

Thank you for this video! You saved me :)

[@theminecraftnoob9357]

Bro I stumbled onto this video and I realized we were using the same mother board, cooler and case I am so happy now as I know how to setup the cooler and the mother board