Could these budget laptops handle decent performance?
Could these budget laptops handle decent performance?
I’m looking for an affordable laptop that can handle a monthly raid session. I already own a powerful desktop, so this won’t be used for intensive gaming. Here are some options I found in my budget:
- Lenovo IdeaPad 320 – around $380 (no Windows)
- AMD Ryzen 7 5800X CPU, 8GB RAM, 1TB SSD
- Dell Inspiron 15 3000 Series – $350 (no Windows)
- Acer Aspire E5-575G-57K – $480
- Intel Core i5-7200U + 8GB RAM
- AMD Ryzen 7 5800X with 2GB GPU
Any of these should run Legion smoothly for a 20-25 player raid if you keep settings moderate. If you’re unsure about AMD, sticking to Windows might be safer. Let me know if you want more details on any model!
It’s hard to picture taking a solid gaming machine apart from a budget model. It should work fine if you keep the settings modest.
I just installed a new Inspiron for a friend; it comes with a 940MX and I was impressed by its speed. According to my tests, it performs roughly halfway between a Firepro W5130M and a Quadro M2000M. That makes it a solid choice, though as @revsilverspine noted, the i3 could limit you in CPU-intensive games.
I used to grab a T3100 with built-in graphics. It's possible, though it's tough. WoW works on systems with at least 1 GB of VRAM (possibly less), but crowded zones like raids and cities will strain the CPU significantly.