Storage or ram

[WambuCombu21]

Hi guys i just wanted to ask. Is it better if i get 4gb of ram but 1tb hhd or 8gb of ram and a smaller hhd. Thanks guys!

 

[MaDDD]

8GB of RAM is quickly becoming a standard or 'minimum' expecting to run things. I'd go with more RAM and a smaller HDD.

 

[Lutfij]

Well, in all honesty it all depends on the everyday usage scenario and how much data you actual have to deal with, not to mention the platform you're working off of. Mind sharing your full system's specs inclusive of your OS? Speaking of OS, if you're dealing with 3.5GB's or less memory, then you should be on a 32bit OS while going for 4GB's and more of ram would dictate you go for a 64bit OS.

1TB in this day and age is standard and 8GB's should be the least amount of ram in your system since 2014.

 

[bhagu220]

Its good to have more ram in pc.
But at some stage you will face memory issues.
Good hard disks are more expensive than ram.
you can use your system with 4 gb ram without any issue.
So I recommend you to go with 4gb ram and 1 tb hard disk.
and you can install more ram stick later anytime.

 

[WambuCombu21]

Well, in all honesty it all depends on the everyday usage scenario and how much data you actual have to deal with, not to mention the platform you're working off of. Mind sharing your full system's specs inclusive of your OS? Speaking of OS, if you're dealing with 3.5GB's or less memory, then you should be on a 32bit OS while going for 4GB's and more of ram would dictate you go for a 64bit OS.

1TB in this day and age is standard and 8GB's should be the least amount of ram in your system since 2014.

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/bT2DKZ

I haven't pick the ram and storage. As for the OS i'm gonna go with windows 10.

 

[Jester Maroc]

For that system you will find more benefits from 8gb than 1TB HDD storage.

Go for a small cheap HDD, and 8gb RAM. You can add an SSD later to help with performance and if you need space you can add a 2-4TB drive later as well.

With only 4gb you will run into performance issues when even doing light multitasking, ie, having 10 tabs open in google chrome while attempting to start a game.

 

[WambuCombu21]

For that system you will find more benefits from 8gb than 1TB HDD storage.

Go for a small cheap HDD, and 8gb RAM. You can add an SSD later to help with performance and if you need space you can add a 2-4TB drive later as well.

What's the best ammount for an hhd under 1TB

 

[Jester Maroc]

For that system you will find more benefits from 8gb than 1TB HDD storage.

Go for a small cheap HDD, and 8gb RAM. You can add an SSD later to help with performance and if you need space you can add a 2-4TB drive later as well.

What's the best ammount for an hhd under 1TB

I am assuming you mean "best amount of storage"? I find a 120gb SSD to be sufficient for a gaming PC unless you have a huge library and want all your games installed locally.

Since you are on a tight budget I assume you do not yet have a very large library so anything 120gb and up is enough to allow for a Win 10 installation, a few programs, some music, and 2-3 (medium sized modern) games. It depends on the need you have for storage.

 

[WambuCombu21]

For that system you will find more benefits from 8gb than 1TB HDD storage.

Go for a small cheap HDD, and 8gb RAM. You can add an SSD later to help with performance and if you need space you can add a 2-4TB drive later as well.

What's the best ammount for an hhd under 1TB

I am assuming you mean "best amount of storage"? I find a 120gb SSD to be sufficient for a gaming PC unless you have a huge library and want all your games installed locally.

Since you are on a tight budget I assume you do not yet have a very large library so anything 120gb and up is enough to allow for a Win 10 installation, a few programs, some music, and 2-3 (medium sized modern) games. It depends on the need you have for storage.

Is this good enough? https://pcpartpicker.com/list/csTfGf

 

[Jester Maroc]

Well, we still do not know what your needs are...

But I would venture to say that yes, 320gb should be plenty of room for your OS, standard applications, and a small collection of modern games.

 

[WambuCombu21]

Well, we still do not know what your needs are...

But I would venture to say that yes, 320gb should be plenty of room for your OS, standard applications, and a small collection of modern games.

Well i'm new to pc gaming so i don't know what games to play yet. I donwload movies but i just transfer it to my usb. I'm looking at rise of the tomb raider and dota 2 overwatch and other triple a games.

 

[Jester Maroc]

OK, so Tomb Raider 2013 is around 15gb, Dota 2 is also around 15gb. I do not own Overwatch, but I am sure it will be about the same.

Triple A games average between 15gb and 25gb each, with some of them being closer to 35gb.

 

[WambuCombu21]

OK, so Tomb Raider 2013 is around 15gb, Dota 2 is also around 15gb. I do not own Overwatch, but I am sure it will be about the same.

Triple A games average between 15gb and 25gb each, with some of them being closer to 35gb.

Dude thanks for helping me out i'm new to this also all of my friends don't know stuff about pc. So thanks a lot man!

 

[Jester Maroc]

OK, so Tomb Raider 2013 is around 15gb, Dota 2 is also around 15gb. I do not own Overwatch, but I am sure it will be about the same.

Triple A games average between 15gb and 25gb each, with some of them being closer to 35gb.

Dude thanks for helping me out i'm new to this also all of my friends don't know stuff about pc. So thanks a lot man!

Anytime! Enjoy your PC and gaming!

 

[Jester Maroc]

For that system you will find more benefits from 8gb than 1TB HDD storage.

Go for a small cheap HDD, and 8gb RAM. You can add an SSD later to help with performance and if you need space you can add a 2-4TB drive later as well.

What's the best ammount for an hhd under 1TB

I am assuming you mean "best amount of storage"? I find a 120gb SSD to be sufficient for a gaming PC unless you have a huge library and want all your games installed locally.

Since you are on a tight budget I assume you do not yet have a very large library so anything 120gb and up is enough to allow for a Win 10 installation, a few programs, some music, and 2-3 (medium sized modern) games. It depends on the need you have for storage.

Is this good enough? https://pcpartpicker.com/list/csTfGf

I would rather choose these parts though:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Pentium G4560 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor ($59.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper T2 54.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($9.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus H110M-A/M.2 Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($41.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Avexir Core Series 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($47.92 @ Amazon)
Storage: Kingston SSDNow UV400 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($78.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB 3GB GAMING Video Card ($179.99 @ Newegg)
Case: DIYPC DIY-F2-W ATX Mini Tower Case ($41.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 520W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($46.89 @ Newegg)
Total: $507.23
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-03-07 08:09 EST-0500

You can easily upgrade the CPU later. And it should not be an issue in most games with only a GTX1060 3gb and 1080p gaming. This build will definitely outperform your build with only the RX470.

 

[WambuCombu21]

For that system you will find more benefits from 8gb than 1TB HDD storage.

Go for a small cheap HDD, and 8gb RAM. You can add an SSD later to help with performance and if you need space you can add a 2-4TB drive later as well.

What's the best ammount for an hhd under 1TB

I am assuming you mean "best amount of storage"? I find a 120gb SSD to be sufficient for a gaming PC unless you have a huge library and want all your games installed locally.

Since you are on a tight budget I assume you do not yet have a very large library so anything 120gb and up is enough to allow for a Win 10 installation, a few programs, some music, and 2-3 (medium sized modern) games. It depends on the need you have for storage.

Is this good enough? https://pcpartpicker.com/list/csTfGf

I would rather choose these parts though:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Pentium G4560 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor ($59.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper T2 54.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($9.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus H110M-A/M.2 Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($41.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Avexir Core Series 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($47.92 @ Amazon)
Storage: Kingston SSDNow UV400 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($78.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB 3GB GAMING Video Card ($179.99 @ Newegg)
Case: DIYPC DIY-F2-W ATX Mini Tower Case ($41.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 520W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($46.89 @ Newegg)
Total: $507.23
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-03-07 08:09 EST-0500

You can easily upgrade the CPU later. And it should not be an issue in most games with only a GTX1060 3gb and 1080p gaming. This build will definitely outperform your build with only the RX470.

Won't the pentium g4560 bottleneck the gtx 1060?