Is this PC build justified at $300?
Is this PC build justified at $300?
When checking the BestBuy Outlet, you can find comparable HP or Dell models at half the cost, along with a valid Windows 10 license. However, it's more like your system than a gaming setup.
You noticed the i7 in your bio—would that suit your current needs? (Removing 3 SSDs and using a 750W PSU)
sure, just what i'm looking for is a pc capable of 60fps in most esports games.
PCPartPicker List of Components
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 3 3200G 3.6 GHz Quad-Core Processor
($91.60 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
MSI B450M-A PRO MAX II Micro ATX AM4 Board
($69.98 @ Amazon)
Memory:
Silicon Power GAMING 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 RAM
($32.97 @ Amazon)
Storage:
TEAMGROUP T-Force Vulcan Z 240 GB SSD
($17.98 @ Amazon)
Case:
Deepcool MATREXX 40 MicroATX Mini Tower Case
($43.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply:
MSI MAG A550BN 550 W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Unit
($49.99 @ Amazon)
Overall Cost:
$306.50
Includes shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts
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2024-03-14 11:33 EDT-0400
It might work, and I realized I actually have $350, which means the extra $50 should be enough for a GPU.
Beyond the e-waste concern, I prefer to witness a budding PC enthusiast who is just starting to play games buy an older 'standard parts' machine rather than falling into the prebuilt trap. Many individuals on a tight budget are easily misled by Optiplex Gaming PC scam videos... It might not be accurate to label it a full-blown scam, maybe just a deception. Still, even if you invest $175 in a standard ATX (like) build inside a decent case at that time, upgrading is simply a matter of what you can afford. Not everyone can spend $3-500 (or more) all at once on the machine they desire.