Relive classic games with accurate emulation on a modern system.
Custom RetroCore Gaming PC
Core Specifications
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X Processor (3.8GHz)
Gigabyte B450 AORUS Elite V2 Motherboard
16GB DDR4 3200MHz RAM
Gigabyte Windforce GTX 1660 Super OC Graphics
1TB Patriot NVMe Solid State Drive
Windows 11 Pro
Final Sale Price: $480
*Prices shown reflect completed systems delivered to customers and may vary based on configuration and parts availability.
Built With Purpose
- How components were chosen to deliver balanced performance, reliability, and upgrade flexibility
Antec 900 Gaming Case & Gigabyte Windforce GTX 1660 Super - Retro Design for Modern Gaming
The Gigabyte Windforce GTX 1660 Super delivers strong and efficient 1080p gaming performance, and pairing it with the Antec 900’s aggressive airflow layout ensures that performance stays consistent during extended play. With dual 120mm front intake fans, an additional side intake feeding fresh air directly toward the graphics card, and a massive 200mm top-mounted exhaust fan working alongside the rear exhaust, heat is moved out of the system quickly and efficiently. This airflow-focused design helps the GPU maintain stable operating temperatures and consistent boost behavior, preventing heat buildup that can lead to performance dips or excessive fan noise. By prioritizing airflow throughout the entire case, this build delivers smooth, reliable gaming performance during long sessions, keeping both temperatures and noise levels under control.
Ryzen 5 3600X & Gigabyte B450 AORUS Elite V2 - A Rock Solid Foundation for Retro Gaming
The Ryzen 5 3600X delivers strong performance that’s well suited for modern gaming and everyday multitasking, providing smooth gameplay while handling background tasks without slowdowns. Paired with the Gigabyte B450 AORUS Elite V2, this system benefits from a motherboard known for solid power delivery, dependable stability, and long-term reliability. The AORUS Elite V2 also offers broad compatibility with later-generation Ryzen processors, giving this system a clear upgrade path without needing to replace the entire platform. With strong VRM cooling, quality components, and a proven chipset, this pairing provides a stable foundation that balances performance, longevity, and flexibility — ideal for a gaming PC built to perform well today and grow with future upgrades.
1TB Patriot NVMe SSD & 16GB DDR4 3200MHz - Fast Load Times with Plenty of Space for Games
With 16GB of DDR4 memory and a 1TB NVMe solid-state drive, this system is built to stay responsive during gaming and everyday use. The memory capacity provides more than enough headroom for both classic and modern titles, background applications, and smooth multitasking without slowdowns or stuttering during gameplay. The NVMe SSD delivers significantly faster read and write speeds than traditional storage, resulting in quick boot times, faster game loading, and snappy application launches. With ample storage space for large game libraries and everyday files, this pairing ensures the system feels fast and fluid from the moment you power it on, without worrying about running out of space too quickly.
The CoreBuilt Difference
From the start, this system was carefully planned and built with retro gaming in mind, combining the right hardware with thoroughly tested emulation software to deliver smooth, authentic performance across a wide range of classic platforms. Every component was selected not just for raw specs, but for compatibility, stability, and real-world emulation performance — ensuring that demanding systems run smoothly without wasting budget on unnecessary hardware. Significant time was spent researching and validating the best hardware for the customer-requested emulators and games, balancing performance, accuracy, and ease of use while staying within a strict budget. The result is a master-class in retro gaming systems that delivers reliable performance, fast load times, and a polished user experience, proving that expertise, thoughtful design, and careful tuning matter just as much as the parts themselves.
Full Specifications
Case & Motherboard
Processor (CPU)
Memory (RAM)
Storage
Graphics / Video
Power Supply
Antec 900
Case
Motherboard
Gigabyte B450 AORUS Elite V2
Ryzen 5 3600X
Model
AM4
Socket
3.8GHz
Base Clock
4.4GHz
Boost Clock
Number of Cores
6
DDR4 / 3200MHz
Gen / Speed
Capacity
16GB
NVMe
Interface
1TB
Capacity
Gigabyte Windforce
Brand / Model
Chipset
GTX 1660 Super OC
6GB
Video Memory
GAMDIAS Helios M1
Brand / Model
Max Power
550W
All systems include a 30-day money-back guarantee on new builds and a 60-day functional guarantee on used components. See Terms & Conditions for full coverage details.