Is this Used PC worth it?

[AnotherDumbNoob]

$349

Computer Specs
CPU: Intel Core i5 2.67ghz Processor
MOBO: Biostar T5 XE 
RAM: 8 gigs (2x4) of Corsair RAM
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 (896mb dedicated memory)
OS: Windows 7
HDD: Western Digital 1TB
 PS: Antec 650 watt power supply
Drive: 2 Multi-DVD Drives
Addons: Aftermarket CPU Heatsink/Fan2 additional (4 total) LED Fans1 Additional blower located below GPU Case: Thermaltake M9


Also may have an Acer 21" moniter and keyboard/mouse... nothing special.

This would be my first PC. is it worth it to get a new graphics card and try it out? Skyrim will be the majority of what I play. Its used, 2-3 yrs old

 

[thederpiest]

Well, it depends what you want to do with it, do you want skyrim to run good on max settings?
if yes, no i think. (im not familiar with how graphics heavy skyrim is, (i play all my RPGs on consoles))
if its just for casual play on low settings, sure.

IMO, Its not the best deal, but it does not suck.

Make sure it works before buying.

 

[nashdes001]

The rig is good but its 2-3 years old does cpu still have the warranty?
If yes its good and a better graphics card would make the rig good for gaming

 

[AnotherDumbNoob]

Yes I would like high-ultra graphics and be able to mod.. that's why I would invest in a higher end GPU... about the price of the whole PC lol. But I know skyrim is heavily cpu.. so idk. Just a thought. Ran across a good deal and wanted opinions. Nothing I'm too excited about. Its hard to find good deals on used gaming rigs... and building one isn't for a college budget. I'm already surviving on Ramen and water

 

[nashdes001]

yea a good graphics card make it run on high ultra setting as its an i5 cpu which is recommended for gaming

 

[thederpiest]

The best place to find the best deals is to ask family and friends, since they are probably likely to sell you their stuff at cheaper than they would with a stranger 😀

but like nashdes001 said, a nice graphics card could make it work.

 

[AnotherDumbNoob]

None of my family or friends PC game lol. Woe is me.

 

[Arnav01]

Get a better GPU to get more Frame Rates! Your processor is good and I think PSU is a bit overkill for your Rig !