Hey everyone, I had a question – I was wondering how my computer specs compare to those of the newest game consoles.
Hey everyone, I had a question – I was wondering how my computer specs compare to those of the newest game consoles.
Hey there, I’m wondering if my computer setup can still keep up with a PS5 and Xbox Series X. I just got a 144Hz gaming monitor for my PC, and I'm curious to see how it will perform against those new consoles for at least the next couple of years. My PC is about four or five years old now, so I thought I’d try taking advantage of the higher refresh rates at 1080p.
Here are my specs:
i7-6700 (non-K) running at 4.00GHz
MSI Armor GTX 1070 with 8GB of VRAM, overclocked
16GB of DDR4 RAM clocked at 2133MHz
A 230GB Kingston SSD in an M.2 slot
A 1TB WD drive that spins at 7200rpm
And two larger drives – a 3TB Toshiba one and another 7200rpm WD – totaling up to 3TB.
It’s a pre-built PC from the MSI Aegis series, and I've owned it for roughly four or five years now. Here’s a link to a similar model: https://www.msi.com/Desktop/Aegis-3 - The one I have is no longer listed on their website, but it's very close in specs; the original one had an i7-7700 inside. I know it’s not the best build for gaming, and honestly, I should probably put together my own system someday, but this was my first PC ever!
“Trying to keep up with the latest gaming consoles”? That feels a bit like putting pressure on things. Are you asking if PCs can be better? It’s not always clear-cut; some games run smoother on PC, while others are designed for consoles. Plus, console games tend to be really well-optimized.
And if you mean playing all the games that come out for those systems – absolutely, we'll get them. But let’s be realistic about how they’ll look. We don’t know what resolution or settings each game will use; it varies from title to title.
This computer is still decent, but it’s not quite as powerful as it used to be. It can handle almost everything currently available, and probably for a little while longer – maybe the next couple of years. However, games are always getting more demanding, so eventually we'll need to adjust the resolution or turn down some of the visual effects.
They’re talking about the new consoles being able to do 8K at 60 frames per second and 4K at 144 – but honestly…
It’s kind of strange to just say “keep up with the consoles.” Are you asking if PCs can beat them at gaming? It's not always a straightforward comparison – some games run better on PC, while others are optimized specifically for consoles. Consoles tend to have really tight optimization too.
And what about playing the games *designed* for those consoles? Yes, absolutely. But let’s be realistic about the specs—this computer is good, but it's not as powerful as it used to be. It can still handle most current games, and likely will for a few more years, though eventually you’ll need to adjust the resolution or graphics settings to keep things running smoothly.
I hear people talking about next-gen consoles being able to do 8K at 60 frames per second, or even 4K at 144fps – but honestly, that might be a bit optimistic. The current consoles really struggle with true 4K gaming, maybe hitting around 1080p upscaled to 4K in simpler indie titles, and they definitely have trouble getting playable frame rates in demanding AAA games. They were originally marketed as 4K-ready, so it’s possible the next generation will easily handle 4K at 60fps in most games, with playable frame rates in upscaled 8K for smaller indie titles, and similar performance at 4K high refresh rate.
If you’re serious about gaming, a next-gen console is definitely the way to go. Consoles have always been built for games, and honestly, they often outperform PCs when it comes to pure gameplay. However, they can't handle other tasks like creating animations or editing videos. Remember when the PS4 was a great console? It ran on a custom AMD Jaguar processor and GDDR5 memory – even that couldn’t consistently deliver smooth 4K60FPS gaming. Your PC is different though; you can keep upgrading it and still play games at the highest settings. With consoles, the graphics are often locked in. Ultimately, it depends on what you need—your PC will handle everything, even if it's not the absolute top-of-the-line anymore.
See the difference is. i recently brought a 1080p 144hz Gsync Monitor which i absolutely Love Btw probably the best purchase i have made after being used to 60hz for Years. I Feel like my PC has other Advantages and obviously can get over 100+ FPS in games where the consoles will be targeting 4K 30 or Either 4K 60fps. But i think the other benefit of PC Gaming is i dont have to Pay to Play Online and The Games are Cheaper aswell. A part of me feels like getting a console but i dont really wanna get one. the only Console i would get is the PS5 for its Exclusives. but even then its paying for all the services. This is why i took Advantage of Higher Refresh Rates and is so Smooth especially with Gsync which helps Eliminate Stuttering and Screen Tearing. my Only Option really is to Save up Enough Money $1500 and just get a New PC Build from PC Specialist yeah its a Pricey Purchase but in the long run i feel like i can do so much more. Mods/Emulators/Free Online/Cheaper Games.
Simple Steam has Assassin’s Creed Origins on sale for only $5 and Odyssey for just $11 – those are the standard editions, though I won't be getting them on my PlayStation 4 or 5.