This build is designed to run Hollow Knight at 1440p with headroom for maximum in-game settings, minor visual mods, and a clean Windows experience that avoids stuttering. The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X provides more than enough processing power for the game's occasional CPU spikes from particle systems while its efficiency keeps temperatures and power draw low. Paired with the PowerColor Radeon RX 9070 XT 16GB, the system easily manages the higher pixel count of 1440p without compromising frame pacing during intense fights or large open areas. The CPU and GPU balance is deliberately weighted toward stable performance rather than extreme frame rates. The RX 9070 XT's 16 GB of VRAM ensures smooth handling of any texture enhancements or future mods, while the Ryzen 5's twelve threads keep background processes from interfering with input responsiveness. 16 GB of fast DDR5-6000 memory helps minimize any microstutters, and the Kingston NV3 1 TB NVMe SSD delivers fast level loads and quick resume from sleep so exploration feels seamless. Components like the ASUS Prime B650-PLUS WIFI motherboard, Thermalright Peerless Assassin cooler, and Montech AIR 903 case create a quiet, cool, and well-ventilated system that won't throttle during long play sessions. The 850 W Thermaltake PSU adds safety margin for potential upgrades without overspending on parts that deliver no meaningful benefit for this game. Overall the configuration avoids both underpowered integrated graphics pitfalls and unnecessary high-end overspending while directly addressing the smoothness and clarity players seek at 1440p.