Mini pc option
Mini pc option
Budget stands at $1800 CAD.
Searching for a compact PC suitable for older games and browser titles such as Perfect World, Conquer Online, and Ultima Online.
Receiving numerous mixed opinions about Mini PCs has been common, but I’m seeking one that connects to my TV for nostalgic gaming.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Preferred specifications include around 32 gigabytes of RAM and a minimum of 1-2 terabytes of SSD storage.
Beelink produces solid mini-PCs. I recommend checking out their collection here:
https://www.bee-link.com/collections/product
Remember that some of these older games might not run well on current operating systems and hardware, so you may need to adjust compatibility settings slightly.
Do you dislike constructing things yourself? For that amount, a far more robust setup is possible while maintaining a compact design. Here’s a sample breakdown:
PC Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 5 5600 3.5 GHz 6-Core Processor
($182.03 @ Vuugo)
CPU Cooler:
Thermalright Frozen Prism ARGB 70.4 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
($60.39 @ Amazon Canada)
Motherboard:
Gigabyte B550I AORUS PRO AX Mini ITX AM4 Motherboard
($229.99 @ Amazon Canada)
Memory:
Silicon Power GAMING 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory
($295.50 @ Silicon Power)
Storage:
Lexar NQ780 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($148.18 @ Amazon Canada)
Video Card:
Asus DUAL Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB Video Card
($449.98 @ Amazon Canada)
Case:
Lian Li A4-H20 X4 Mini ITX Desktop Case
($237.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Power Supply:
Lian Li SP V2 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular SFX Power Supply
($169.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Overall Cost:
$1774.04
Includes shipping, taxes, and any available discounts
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2026-01-30 16:05 EST-0500
I reside in a compact dwelling, avoiding anything large or resource-intensive.
Do you have an extra NVMe M.2 storage unit in the size of 1-2 TB? I really like the framework desktop, which is compact at 4.5L. A standard medium PC usually has around 30-40L. They start at 1180 USD if you own your drive, or about 1340 with everything except a Windows 11 license.