A modern gaming PC built for a 13-year-old.
A modern gaming PC built for a 13-year-old.
I considered what would suit this young person well. It would be a solid choice for gaming and light video editing. The plan is to assemble a system tailored for his interests while staying within the $1500 budget. I’ve thought through each component to ensure quality and value. His preferences matter, so I’ll make sure the setup reflects his tastes. The only game mentioned was Fortnite, but I’m confident this will give him a great foundation for more. No streaming required—just focused on gaming and editing.
The issue is likely due to the drive's performance limitations. The high storage requirement suggests it's intended for large files or extensive backups, which can slow things down if not managed properly.
Purchase a Windows key online for around ten dollars and upgrade the GPU to a 2060 Super. The 650W might be a bit too much, but given the price it's a decent deal. At least it keeps things future-proof. The main thing to mention is the 5TB storage—still, for the cost it's not terrible. You'd be better off swapping the CPU for something like a Ryzen 3600 instead.
Same results as the 2070 Super for $400—opt for that instead of NVIDIA unless he wants ray tracing in games.
Check with the kid about his play style—low sens works with models like O or G Pro Hero, while high sens suits the g502 hero and Corsair Mouse. If you change the 2060 to a 5700 XT, keep in mind the CPU could be limiting. Consider getting a third-gen Ryzen chip for a better performance if you can afford it.