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Reduced-price $500 computer system suitable for StarCraft 2.

Reduced-price $500 computer system suitable for StarCraft 2.

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VitoSEXY
Posting Freak
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02-01-2016, 01:55 PM
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Hello everyone, I’m considering assembling a computer primarily for StarCraft 2 (at maximum and ultra settings) along with some other games needing minimal specifications. While I recognize that this title demands a robust central processing unit for optimal performance on the highest graphics options, I'm uncertain about the graphics card selection. My allocated budget is $500, and here’s my proposed configuration:

Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2400G with a 3.6 GHz Quad-Core Processor
Motherboard: ASRock B450M PRO4 Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) DDR4-2400 RAM
Storage: ADATA Ultimate SU650 120 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive
Storage: Seagate BarraCuda 1 TB 3.5” 7200RPM Internal Hard Disk Drive
Graphics Card: MSI GeForce GTX 750 Ti with 2 GB of VRAM
Power Supply: Corsair CXM 550 W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Unit
Total Cost: $497.53

Due to restricted availability in my location, locating the specific parts I desire has proven challenging. This is why I opted for a blank PC case and selected a 550W power supply instead of a 450W model, anticipating future expansion needs.

What are your opinions on this build? Will it be capable of delivering smooth gameplay at 60 frames per second with StarCraft 2 set to the highest settings?
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VitoSEXY
02-01-2016, 01:55 PM #1

Hello everyone, I’m considering assembling a computer primarily for StarCraft 2 (at maximum and ultra settings) along with some other games needing minimal specifications. While I recognize that this title demands a robust central processing unit for optimal performance on the highest graphics options, I'm uncertain about the graphics card selection. My allocated budget is $500, and here’s my proposed configuration:

Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2400G with a 3.6 GHz Quad-Core Processor
Motherboard: ASRock B450M PRO4 Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) DDR4-2400 RAM
Storage: ADATA Ultimate SU650 120 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive
Storage: Seagate BarraCuda 1 TB 3.5” 7200RPM Internal Hard Disk Drive
Graphics Card: MSI GeForce GTX 750 Ti with 2 GB of VRAM
Power Supply: Corsair CXM 550 W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Unit
Total Cost: $497.53

Due to restricted availability in my location, locating the specific parts I desire has proven challenging. This is why I opted for a blank PC case and selected a 550W power supply instead of a 450W model, anticipating future expansion needs.

What are your opinions on this build? Will it be capable of delivering smooth gameplay at 60 frames per second with StarCraft 2 set to the highest settings?

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Dr_Fred
Member
206
02-01-2016, 08:04 PM
#2
Computer component costs in the United States are generally quite affordable when compared to prices elsewhere.

As an illustration:
Ryzen 2600 = £110
B450 motherboard = £55
2 x 8GB DDR4-3000 = £75
Corsair CX550 = £25
Crucial MX500 500GB SSD = £45
AMD RX570 4GB = £130
Case = £30
Total = £550

Possible local retailers include Box.co.uk and Overclockers UK.
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Dr_Fred
02-01-2016, 08:04 PM #2

Computer component costs in the United States are generally quite affordable when compared to prices elsewhere.

As an illustration:
Ryzen 2600 = £110
B450 motherboard = £55
2 x 8GB DDR4-3000 = £75
Corsair CX550 = £25
Crucial MX500 500GB SSD = £45
AMD RX570 4GB = £130
Case = £30
Total = £550

Possible local retailers include Box.co.uk and Overclockers UK.

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Salem_Gamer
Junior Member
31
02-01-2016, 10:58 PM
#3
So, you’re saying you aren’t located in America despite stating a 500 U.S. dollar spending limit?
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Salem_Gamer
02-01-2016, 10:58 PM #3

So, you’re saying you aren’t located in America despite stating a 500 U.S. dollar spending limit?

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Vantesy
Junior Member
17
02-15-2016, 01:06 AM
#4
Regarding tennis2:

Is that indicating you aren’t residing within the United States despite providing a $500 USD spending allowance?
Indeed, my residence is outside of America. I adjusted the monetary value to offer an approximate reflection of the allocated funds.
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Vantesy
02-15-2016, 01:06 AM #4

Regarding tennis2:

Is that indicating you aren’t residing within the United States despite providing a $500 USD spending allowance?
Indeed, my residence is outside of America. I adjusted the monetary value to offer an approximate reflection of the allocated funds.

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jacob9753
Junior Member
22
02-23-2016, 07:19 PM
#5
Computer component costs in the United States are generally quite affordable when compared to prices elsewhere.

To illustrate:
Ryzen 2600 = £110
B450 motherboard = £55
2 x 8GB DDR4-3000 = £75
Corsair CX550 = £25
Crucial MX500 500GB SSD = £45
AMD RX570 4GB = £140
Case = £30
Total = £550

Recommended local online retailers: Box.co.uk, Overclockers UK.
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jacob9753
02-23-2016, 07:19 PM #5

Computer component costs in the United States are generally quite affordable when compared to prices elsewhere.

To illustrate:
Ryzen 2600 = £110
B450 motherboard = £55
2 x 8GB DDR4-3000 = £75
Corsair CX550 = £25
Crucial MX500 500GB SSD = £45
AMD RX570 4GB = £140
Case = £30
Total = £550

Recommended local online retailers: Box.co.uk, Overclockers UK.

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Pabblo
Junior Member
26
02-24-2016, 12:15 AM
#6
Tennis 2:

Kindly supply country and budget in local currency terms. Computer component costs within the United States are generally modest when compared to prices elsewhere globally.

To illustrate:
Ryzen 2600 = ฿1,500
B450 motherboard = ฿650
2x8GB DDR4-3000 = ฿900
Corsair CX550 = ฿300
Crucial MX500 500GB SSD = ฿550
AMD RX570 4GB = ฿1,200
Case = ฿300
Total = ฿5,500

Furthermore, if you are aware of any local online retailers you would prefer to purchase from, please share those with us.

I understand. I am presently located in Thailand (Thai Baht) and the platform I’m utilizing is this:
https://www.lazada.co.th/?spm=a2o4m.home...719crP8dMC
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Pabblo
02-24-2016, 12:15 AM #6

Tennis 2:

Kindly supply country and budget in local currency terms. Computer component costs within the United States are generally modest when compared to prices elsewhere globally.

To illustrate:
Ryzen 2600 = ฿1,500
B450 motherboard = ฿650
2x8GB DDR4-3000 = ฿900
Corsair CX550 = ฿300
Crucial MX500 500GB SSD = ฿550
AMD RX570 4GB = ฿1,200
Case = ฿300
Total = ฿5,500

Furthermore, if you are aware of any local online retailers you would prefer to purchase from, please share those with us.

I understand. I am presently located in Thailand (Thai Baht) and the platform I’m utilizing is this:
https://www.lazada.co.th/?spm=a2o4m.home...719crP8dMC