PC configurator.
Build with confidence.
Put the right parts together. Explore your options, see your budget and catch known mismatches before they reach your desk.
A practical guide to choosing your PC parts
A better build starts with a clear workload—and a platform that actually fits together.
Start your PC configuration with the job it needs to do
Use the Mineshop PC configurator to plan a desktop, AI workstation or component upgrade before you order. Start with the software you run, the space available and the realistic budget you want to spend. A gaming computer, a development machine and a local AI workstation can share a processor platform without needing the same graphics card, memory capacity or storage layout. Browse Mineshop and our AI workstation and component range, then bring your choices together here. The planner shows current catalogue prices and availability alongside the checks that matter.
Choose one system at a time. If your cart contains components for several computers, import the cart and select the parts belonging to this build. A related motherboard is an alternative, not a required accessory. You can mark components you already own, but those unidentified parts cannot be checked automatically. Keep their model numbers and specifications handy for your final review.
Match the CPU and motherboard platform first
Your processor and motherboard need matching socket support. That is the starting point, not the entire compatibility decision. A board can share a socket with a processor while still needing a particular BIOS release before it recognises that exact CPU. Motherboard revisions can also matter. Check the manufacturer's processor support list using the complete motherboard model, revision and processor reference rather than relying on a shortened product title.
The current component catalogue includes AMD Ryzen AM5 options. Read AMD's official AM5 platform information to understand the platform, then consult your board maker for exact CPU support. ASUS explains how to find CPU and memory support lists. Socket fit is shown separately from the BIOS checks that remain, so a matching badge never implies a fully validated assembled PC.
Choose the right RAM type, not just the largest capacity
Memory names can look deceptively similar. DDR generation, module type and the platform's supported configurations all matter. Registered ECC RDIMM and unbuffered UDIMM are different memory classes; the configurator flags a known mismatch between a selected memory module and the selected CPU or board. A server memory module is not automatically suitable for a consumer Ryzen motherboard simply because both products mention DDR5.
Once the memory class matches, verify the exact kit against the motherboard memory support list. Capacity, module count, ranks and the intended operating speed still deserve attention. Kingston's part-number guide helps identify a module's specification. AMD's EXPO information explains memory profiles. An advertised profile speed is not a promise that every processor, board and module population will achieve it.
Balance graphics, storage, cooling and power
For local AI workloads, start by checking your application's graphics support and memory requirements. Model size, precision and the workload determine what fits; a product label alone cannot establish performance. Compare the exact graphics card specifications, available VRAM, physical dimensions and power connectors. A processor upgrade cannot substitute for GPU memory when an application requires it. For mining, research the intended algorithm, software support and operating costs separately; the planner does not predict profitability.
Storage needs the right connection as well as enough capacity. A U.2 enterprise NVMe drive is not a direct replacement for an M.2 module: its host connection, power and cable or backplane path need verification. Cooler mounting support also differs from case clearance. Check cooler height, radiator length and thickness, memory clearance and the case's supported layouts. Finally, verify the power supply's connectors and the complete system's power requirements rather than choosing from wattage alone.
Understand the compatibility results before buying
The planner separates known conflicts from checks that still require manufacturer evidence. Red warnings identify a detected mismatch. Review notes identify uncertainties such as BIOS support, exact memory qualification, cooling clearance or GPU power connections. A part with incomplete compatibility data should not be treated as approved merely because no conflict has been detected.
Carefully review the complete selection, including any components you already own, before checkout. The saved plan is a shopping shortlist, not a benchmark result or certification. Share the configuration link when you want someone else to review the same catalogue choices. Prices, available quantities and products may change between visits, so reopen the planner and confirm the live product information before placing an order.
Check the product details and plan your delivery
Each component card links to its product page for specifications, photographs and box contents. Pay particular attention to OEM processors: do not assume a retail cooler or extra accessories are included. Review the displayed stock quantity and dispatch information for every item. Where stated, dispatch within 24–48 business hours describes dispatch rather than guaranteed arrival. Shipping options and final tax treatment are determined at checkout.
If you want a complete system rather than a parts shortlist, explore our AI workstation offering or contact Mineshop for a reviewed configuration. Tell us your applications, intended workload, budget and any hardware you already have. Those details help identify the unresolved checks and avoid spending on components that do not serve your actual needs.
Keep a clear record of your existing hardware
When planning an upgrade, record the full model of your existing board, processor, memory kit, power supply and case. Photograph labels if model names are unclear. Note how many memory slots are occupied, which storage connectors are already used and whether the case has space for another drive or radiator. These details are especially useful when adding a larger graphics card or changing the cooling layout.
Back up important files before a hardware change, and consult the manufacturer's installation instructions. Decide whether you want to reuse components, replace the platform or order an assembled workstation. Comparing those routes can reveal costs that are easy to miss when considering one component in isolation. A good shortlist is understandable, traceable to exact products and explicit about every remaining compatibility check before you carefully proceed.
PC configurator FAQ
Does this PC configurator guarantee a fully compatible build?
No. It detects known socket and memory-class conflicts for selected catalogue parts and separates them from checks that still need manufacturer evidence. Exact BIOS support, memory qualification, cooling clearance, power connections and owned components require a final review.
Can I use DDR5 ECC RDIMM with these Ryzen AM5 motherboards?
The AM5 desktop CPU and motherboard choices in this catalogue use unbuffered UDIMM memory. The listed registered ECC RDIMM modules are a different memory class and trigger a mismatch warning. Check the exact CPU and motherboard specifications before choosing server memory.
Why does a matching CPU socket still show a BIOS warning?
A socket match is only the first platform check. The motherboard manufacturer lists exact supported processors and any minimum BIOS requirement for the relevant board revision. Check that support list before ordering or installing the CPU.
Can I import my shopping cart or include parts I already own?
Yes. Import eligible catalogue parts, confirm one build and choose one alternative per category. Owned placeholders are excluded from the total and are not checked. Importing does not change your cart. Add build to cart rechecks availability, prices and known conflicts; existing item quantities are preserved and repeated requests do not duplicate the build. RAM kits and storage drives can have quantities.
How does AI help this PC configurator?
Cached TypeSafe workload-fit scores help order available component choices. Deterministic rules still control known compatibility conflicts, prices and stock. If AI rankings expire or are unavailable, the planner falls back to price ordering. AI does not certify BIOS support, memory qualification, benchmark results or mining profitability.
How are prices and delivery information shown?
The planner shows current catalogue prices in EUR, available stock labels and each product's dispatch information. Estimated VAT-inclusive prices can be displayed, but final VAT and shipping are determined at checkout. Dispatch timing is not a guaranteed delivery date.