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Hey guys, I've been wanting a new computer recently and I've decided to get a gaming computer.
Why? Apparently they have strong processors so that's what I'm going for.
Yes I will be gaming, but not "hardcore" gaming, since I'll be entering college soon and I want to focus on that.
So basically, I need a computer for my college work (Microsoft office programs I would assume), and occasional casual gaming.
My budget is around $500-700 and I know I won't be getting the best of the best for now. The computer's going to have to last for a while so I want to make sure I get the perfect one to meet my needs.
Games that I play: Planetside 2, Darksiders 2, Black Ops 2, Maplestory, LoL, HoN, C9, WoW, etc.etc.
The only two I'm concerned about are Darksiders 2 and PS2.
My current laptop (Lenovo G560) can handle DS2 but I have to turn the settings so low you can't even imagine how bad it looks.
PS2 Doesnt even run on my computer. HAHA!
TL;DR: I need a powerful computer that can handle pretty much these games, on high settings.
Budget: Around $500-700 give and take a few if the recommended system is truly perfect.
So an above average CPU that can do more than just casual gaming I guess. But not truly perfect because I don't have that kind of cash right now.
>>I'm actually very confused on if I even need a computer with "higher performance."
I mean what does "high performance" even mean? Faster downloads? Start up is quicker?
Opening a program becomes faster? If it's really not much of a difference, but just in gaming- I suppose I should simply get a normal computer, but install a high-end graphics card just for gaming? Would this not decrease the price and actually get me what I really need?
Here's a computer I'm looking at: http://shopping.hp.com/en_US/home-office/-/products/Desktops/HP-ENVY/E6S60AV?HP-ENVY-700-200z-Desktop-PC
Looks like it can do the job, but is it more than I need? Maybe this is just a waste of money?
It's AMD Integrated Graphics [DVI-D] video card doesn't seem very promising though.
If I were to upgrade, it would cost an additional $200. What should I do?
Thanks Guys! This is getting frustrating and I'm hoping on becoming a computer engineer someday so this could really be a great learning opportunity as well!
and I also live in the U.S if that helps. Thanks again!
Why? Apparently they have strong processors so that's what I'm going for.
Yes I will be gaming, but not "hardcore" gaming, since I'll be entering college soon and I want to focus on that.
So basically, I need a computer for my college work (Microsoft office programs I would assume), and occasional casual gaming.
My budget is around $500-700 and I know I won't be getting the best of the best for now. The computer's going to have to last for a while so I want to make sure I get the perfect one to meet my needs.
Games that I play: Planetside 2, Darksiders 2, Black Ops 2, Maplestory, LoL, HoN, C9, WoW, etc.etc.
The only two I'm concerned about are Darksiders 2 and PS2.
My current laptop (Lenovo G560) can handle DS2 but I have to turn the settings so low you can't even imagine how bad it looks.
PS2 Doesnt even run on my computer. HAHA!
TL;DR: I need a powerful computer that can handle pretty much these games, on high settings.
Budget: Around $500-700 give and take a few if the recommended system is truly perfect.
So an above average CPU that can do more than just casual gaming I guess. But not truly perfect because I don't have that kind of cash right now.
>>I'm actually very confused on if I even need a computer with "higher performance."
I mean what does "high performance" even mean? Faster downloads? Start up is quicker?
Opening a program becomes faster? If it's really not much of a difference, but just in gaming- I suppose I should simply get a normal computer, but install a high-end graphics card just for gaming? Would this not decrease the price and actually get me what I really need?
Here's a computer I'm looking at: http://shopping.hp.com/en_US/home-office/-/products/Desktops/HP-ENVY/E6S60AV?HP-ENVY-700-200z-Desktop-PC
Looks like it can do the job, but is it more than I need? Maybe this is just a waste of money?
It's AMD Integrated Graphics [DVI-D] video card doesn't seem very promising though.
If I were to upgrade, it would cost an additional $200. What should I do?
Thanks Guys! This is getting frustrating and I'm hoping on becoming a computer engineer someday so this could really be a great learning opportunity as well!
and I also live in the U.S if that helps. Thanks again!
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