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Budget AI PC Build 2026: Run 13B Models for Under $1,500

A complete parts list with verified March 2026 prices, assembly tips, and Ollama setup — all under $1,500.

Guide overview

The RTX 5060 Ti 16GB hits the sweet spot for local LLM work in 2026. Pair it with a Ryzen 9 9900X and 64GB DDR5 and you have a machine that handles 7B–13B models for around $1,400 total.