Quick Answer

The cheapest sensible 1440p ultrawide build at R100,000 pairs a Ryzen 7 9800X3D with an RTX 4090-class GPU. That delivers high-refresh 1440p and 80-120 fps at 4K Ultra, all stocked locally at Evetech with an SA warranty.

The core 1440p ultrawide build at R100,000

For 1440p ultrawide gaming on R100,000, a Ryzen 7 9800X3D with an RTX 4090-class GPU is the value core. Add 16GB of DDR5 (or DDR4 on the lowest budgets), a 1TB Gen4 NVMe SSD and an 80+ Bronze or Gold PSU sized to the GPU. Expect high-refresh 1440p and 80-120 fps at 4K Ultra, which is the honest target for this price in South Africa.

Where the rands go

On R100,000, put the largest share into the RTX 4090-class GPU, since the GPU sets your 1440p ultrawide performance. Do not overspend the CPU past a Ryzen 5 or 7 at this tier; the GPU is the frame-rate lever. Keep roughly R13,000 for RAM, R8,000 for storage and R12,000 for a reliable PSU and case with good airflow.

Buying and upgrading the SA way

Every part is stocked locally at Evetech with an SA warranty, so any RMA stays in-country rather than shipping overseas. On AM5 you keep a clear upgrade path: a faster GPU or X3D CPU drops in later without a new platform. Buy a PSU with headroom (a 650W unit on mid builds) so a future GPU upgrade does not also force a PSU swap.

FAQ

What FPS does a 1440p ultrawide PC at R100,000 actually get?

Expect high-refresh 1440p and 80-120 fps at 4K Ultra with the RTX 4090-class GPU. Competitive esports titles run highest; heavy AAA games sit at the lower end of that range.

Is R100,000 enough for a 1440p ultrawide gaming PC in SA?

Yes. R100,000 buys a balanced 1440p ultrawide build with RTX 4090-class GPU at Evetech, all under one SA warranty. Spend the bulk on the GPU and keep the CPU proportionate.

What should I upgrade first later?

Upgrade the GPU first for more frames, then add storage; the AM5 platform makes a CPU jump easy later. Buy a PSU with headroom now so a GPU upgrade does not force a second purchase.

TIP

bulk of R100,000 on the RTX 4090-class GPU, keep the CPU proportionate, and buy a PSU with headroom so your next GPU upgrade drops straight in.