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Build Profiles

Four reference profiles to help you choose a direction. These are not fixed part lists—final configurations are tailored to your workload, availability, and budget.

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Pick a tier (then customize)

Each tier has two Stratos recommended starting builds. Open one in the Guided Builder, tweak anything, then submit for a confirmed quote.

Starting
Starting Tier
Everyday use + 1080p–1440p gaming
$1,200 – $1,800
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Built for: Everyday use + 1080p–1440p gaming
Focus: Value, reliability, clean upgrade path

  • Fast, clean build with stable thermals
  • Great first custom PC (no weird parts)
  • Easy upgrade path (AM5 platform)
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Core FPS Starter
Clean and fast for 1080p/1440p without wasting budget.
Tier estimate: $1,200 – $1,800
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Core Quiet & Clean
Quieter tuning for bedrooms/offices while staying tier‑safe.
Tier estimate: $1,200 – $1,800
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Performance
Performance Tier
1440p high‑refresh gaming + multitasking
$1,800 – $2,600
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Built for: 1440p high‑refresh gaming + multitasking
Focus: Thermal efficiency, sustained performance, low noise

  • High-refresh 1440p comfort
  • Better cooling headroom
  • Balanced CPU/GPU pairing for smoothness
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1440p Sweet Spot
The most popular balance: performance where you feel it.
Tier estimate: $1,800 – $2,600
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Performance Creator
Extra headroom for editing, multitasking, and projects.
Tier estimate: $1,800 – $2,600
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Elite
Elite Tier
4K gaming, streaming, creator workloads
$2,600 – $4,000
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Built for: 4K gaming, streaming, creator workloads
Focus: Sustained output, thermal headroom, stability under load

  • Premium performance with quieter operation
  • More VRAM + stability headroom
  • Optional custom loop (quoted)
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Elite 4K Headroom
Premium performance with extra thermals + noise control.
Tier estimate: $2,600 – $4,000
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Elite Creator Suite
More cores + more memory headroom for heavy projects.
Tier estimate: $2,600 – $4,000
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Flagship
Flagship Tier
Top-end gaming + heavy creation + “no compromises” builds
$4,000 – $6,000+
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Built for: Top-end gaming + heavy creation + “no compromises” builds
Focus: Max performance, premium parts, advanced cooling options

  • Best-in-class performance targets
  • Optional custom loop (quoted)
  • Built for longevity + future upgrades
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Flagship Apex Gaming
Maxed gaming focus with premium thermals and polish.
Tier estimate: $4,000 – $6,000+
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Flagship Creator Pro
Heavy creation focus: cores, memory, and storage headroom.
Tier estimate: $4,000 – $6,000+
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