New PC Gamer, where do i start with a gaming pc?

[kat.gracie]

Recently started playing some PC games since i recently switch from console. i currently have an all in one and its absolute trash. i want to get a gaming pc but i do not know where to start. i am not that educated on building one myself so i want to get a pre build one. i play mostly fortnite as my main, but also overwatch, wow, heroes of the storm, etc. i just need something that is faster and a better frame rate.

 

[Kashimi]

Can you give me an idea what your budget would look like. Also what type of monitor do you have or would you need?

 

[kat.gracie]

Can you give me an idea what your budget would look like. Also what type of monitor do you have or would you need?

my budget would be around $650-$700 i just want something i can start with an eventually upgrade along the way. i do not have monitor either i would need to get one as well. i only get about 12-17 fps right now anything over 50 fps will be better lol.

 

[jay.wooster]

Although you have a pre-built can you give us the Specs so we can advise if it is a better option to upgrade and re-use some of your existing components. I know you said you don't want to build your own but i assume that's from fear because you have never done it. It really is plug and play and extremely simple to build a system or add on to enhance an existing, something that will be valuable to know if you get into PC gaming anyway !!!

Also, are you US based or elsewhere ?

 

[Reilly]

get a good motherboard and CPU, then you can upgrade your GPU in the future, also get a decent power supply for future GPU upgrades

 

[kat.gracie]

Although you have a pre-built can you give us the Specs so we can advise if it is a better option to upgrade and re-use some of your existing components. I know you said you don't want to build your own but i assume that's from fear because you have never done it. It really is plug and play and extremely simple to build a system or add on to enhance an existing, something that will be valuable to know if you get into PC gaming anyway !!!

Also, are you US based or elsewhere ?

my all in one right now is just a toshiba its absolute trash. it is kinda old but i would want to start off all new. i had switched from console to PC maybe almost a year ago because of an exboyfriend that played all PC games while i used Xbox. and ever since then i havent touched a console. i know just about the basics of a pc lol so im starting from the bottom basically. i guess i wouldnt be against building one but then again i would know where to start. ,and yes i am US based

 

[jay.wooster]

https://linustechtips.com/main/topic/286004-building-your-first-pc/

With your budget you could get a mid range PC. Your important components are CPU (Intel or AMD Chipset), GPU (Graphics Card), PSU (Power Supply) and RAM (Memory).

A quick search and i found this article for an AMD setup on your budget....

https://www.easypc.io/budget-pcs/700/

Looks perfect for your needs. The only downside for mine is the 240GB Hard Drive which is not huge. You can add more later or get an external if you do need more room. That's the quick solution. If you want to get a little more involved i suggest you visit www.pcpartpicker.com (im not affliliated, just a site i use) and put together your own specs, they will even make sure all the parts are compatible for you should you wish !!!

 

[kat.gracie]

https://linustechtips.com/main/topic/286004-building-your-first-pc/

With your budget you could get a mid range PC. Your important components are CPU (Intel or AMD Chipset), GPU (Graphics Card), PSU (Power Supply) and RAM (Memory).

A quick search and i found this article for an AMD setup on your budget....

https://www.easypc.io/budget-pcs/700/

Looks perfect for your needs. The only downside for mine is the 240GB Hard Drive which is not huge. You can add more later or get an external if you do need more room. That's the quick solution. If you want to get a little more involved i suggest you visit www.pcpartpicker.com (im not affliliated, just a site i use) and put together your own specs, they will even make sure all the parts are compatible for you should you wish !!!

thank you! definitely will look way more into it!