For those looking to build a new computer, we have compiled ideal systems with prominent AMD Ryzen and Intel processors in 2025. This guide provides detailed system recommendations, hardware compatibilities, and performance targets based on budget, needs, and usage areas.

Low Budget Systems (Daily Use / Office)

Part	AMD Ryzen System	Intel System
Processor	Ryzen 5 5500	Intel i3-14100
Motherboard	B550M Chipset	B760M Chipset
RAM	16GB DDR4 3200MHz	16GB DDR4 3200MHz
Storage	500GB NVMe SSD	500GB NVMe SSD
Graphics Card	Integrated Graphics (Vega 7)	Integrated Graphics (UHD 730)
PSU	500W 80+ Bronze	500W 80+ Bronze
Case	Mid-Tower ATX	Mid-Tower ATX

Target Usage:

Office programs, internet browsing, light games (LoL, Valorant)

Mid-Range Systems (Gaming and Development)

Part	AMD Ryzen System	Intel System
Processor	Ryzen 5 7600	Intel i5-14600K
Motherboard	B650 Chipset	Z790 Chipset
RAM	32GB DDR5 5600MHz	32GB DDR5 5600MHz
Storage	1TB NVMe Gen4 SSD	1TB NVMe Gen4 SSD
Graphics Card	RTX 4070 Super	RTX 4070 Super
PSU	650W 80+ Gold	650W 80+ Gold
Case	Mid-Tower Mesh Panel	Mid-Tower Mesh Panel

Target Usage:

1440p gaming, video editing, software development, 3D modeling

High Performance Systems (Professional Use / 4K Gaming)

Part	AMD Ryzen System	Intel System
Processor	Ryzen 7 7800X3D	Intel i7-14700K
Motherboard	X670E Chipset	Z790 Chipset
RAM	32GB DDR5 6000MHz CL30	32GB DDR5 6000MHz CL30
Storage	2TB NVMe Gen4 SSD	2TB NVMe Gen4 SSD
Graphics Card	RTX 4080 Super	RTX 4080 Super
PSU	850W 80+ Platinum	850W 80+ Platinum
Case	Full Tower High Airflow	Full Tower High Airflow

Target Usage:

4K gaming, multiple rendering projects, professional video editing

Ultra Professional Systems (Workstation - Render, Data Science)

Part	AMD Ryzen System	Intel System
Processor	Ryzen 9 7950X	Intel i9-14900K
Motherboard	X670E Workstation Chipset	Z790 Workstation Chipset
RAM	64GB DDR5 6000MHz ECC	64GB DDR5 6000MHz ECC
Storage	4TB NVMe Gen4 SSD	4TB NVMe Gen4 SSD
Graphics Card	RTX 4090	RTX 4090
PSU	1000W 80+ Titanium	1000W 80+ Titanium
Case	Quiet Professional Case	Quiet Professional Case

Target Usage:

8K video rendering, machine learning, scientific calculations

Things to Consider When Building a System

Compatibility: Make sure the motherboard, processor, and RAM are compatible. (BIOS updates may be required)
Cooling: Ryzen 7000 series and Intel 13-14th generations require serious cooling. Choose a quality air cooler or AIO liquid cooler.
PSU Selection: Use a PSU with sufficient wattage and a quality certification (80+ Gold or higher) for high-performance graphics cards.
Storage Performance: Using at least NVMe Gen3 SSD significantly increases system performance.
Airflow: If your case's front panel is mesh, you will minimize heat problems.

Conclusion

When building a system in 2025, choosing between AMD Ryzen and Intel processors depends on the intended use and budget. Ryzen generally maintains its price/performance leadership, while Intel slightly stands out in gaming performance. However, the pros and cons of both sides should be carefully evaluated.