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I've been a console gamer and now want to start pc gaming but still don't know much about computers. I'm planning to play games on pc that could run games like BF1, BO3, GTA 5 (steam games) smoothly on high settings. Could anyone give me pre built pc that could run those games well? Budget is about $500- $800.

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well, u need an OS too
but that's basically all u need

u put them all up
install OS
when u boot up, the windows will install the drivers
u install the graphic driver (downloaded from the GPU's website)
during these times it will need to restart a few times (updating driver, etc)
then u can start playing games
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https://pcpartpicker.com/list/2jtmcc

pre build is a no-no, most of them had some cheap-skate part so i won't suggest that (PC company needs profit dude)
might as well get a custom build but even that might not be satisfying enough since the parts choice are still pretty limited / highly priced (hey, the custom builder company needs profit too)
building one yourself is the best solution i think, u can pick the parts urself.

Edit: u can spend a little more for SSD for OS so that your system boots faster (though on your budget it might be not enough, im suggesting it anyway, in case u can stretch a bit)
 
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Here you go, performs 75% better.
Go to a local store and ask them to assemble it for you.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD - Ryzen 5 1600 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor ($199.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Gigabyte - GA-AB350-GAMING 3 ATX AM4 Motherboard ($77.49 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($126.88 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital - Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.88 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte - GeForce GTX 1060 3GB 3GB Windforce OC Video Card ($234.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair - Carbide SPEC-04 (Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic - S12II 430W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($31.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $759.19
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-07-18 04:11 EDT-0400
 
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go to a local computer store and pay them to put the parts up / ask a capable friend to help u put the things up, most of the parts are pretty much like puzzle, u can easily put them up or search on internet on how to put them up.
the most complext thing are likely the PSU cable -> mobo and the drivers later on (if u build it urself) but with a little research, u'll get by 😀
putting a PC urself will give u more knowledge and some self-satisfaction, u should try it 😀
 
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Other option with monitor and windows, better value and what I recommend for you.
Go to a local store and ask them to assemble it for you, should be in the 50-70 range.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel - Pentium G4560 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor ($78.89 @ B&H)
Motherboard: Gigabyte - GA-B250M-Gaming 3 Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($69.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Team - Elite Plus 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($62.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital - Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.88 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte - GeForce GTX 1060 3GB 3GB Windforce OC Video Card ($234.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair - Carbide SPEC-04 (Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic - S12II 430W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($31.98 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft - Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($89.89 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: LG - 24MC57HQ-P 23.8" 1920x1080 60Hz Monitor ($120.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $777.47
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-07-18 04:13 EDT-0400
 
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thx for the quick reply and the list you have for me. I'm gonna definitely take a look at the list and think about to buy it or not. but the list you gave me could run the game I said earlier? mouse and keyboard doesn't really matter but i could also use some help for which moniter to buy.

 
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While normally I would agree with the posts saying to build your own PC, if you dont know what you are doing, you could run into trouble. Those who knock on all pre-built systems need to do a bit more research. While I would never recommend something like Dell for gaming, there are vendors out there who make some decent gaming machines using off the shelf parts.

Try here:
www.cyberpowerpc.com/

The front page has mostly higher priced rigs, but search around and you can find stuff more in your range. All of the desktops they sell can be upgraded with off the shelf parts if you decide to do so later.
 
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Chugalug had more knowledge in this case, so he should know better

yes, either my build or his build will be able to run those games just fine (msi mobo are just personal preference, u can cross-build between the chugalug's specs and mine if u prefer it)
1060 3 GB had higher FPS, but with it's lower VRAM, u might had issues later on. (but it does had better performance, just less VRAM-Future-proof)
1050ti had less FPS (it's on a different tier anyway) but it's VRAM is bigger. (more future proof, but u need to tune down the settings too)

unfortunately u want to buy them now while the mining craze is happening so i can't suggest u the 1060 6 GB nor the RX 580

g4560 should be cheaper, but the Ryzen will last longer (more futureproof)
 
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yes I believe he is but I want to know if the list he gave me could run games like BF1, GTA5, BO3 basically steam games very smoothly on high settings (doesn't have to be maxed settings).
 
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yes it can, 1060 can do high setting @60 fps, though on heavy texture games like GTA V, modded skyrim, u might need to check the VRAM usage before tuning it all up (GTA V had the in-game VRAM usage counter)

1050ti on the other hand might only get 40-50 fps on high, but the price gap are pretty big, so keep that in mind
 
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i suggest about that website some days ago, they are a custom builder, but make sure u do some research too
as they giving u choice, some of them are pretty shady (for example,a PSU 600w without other detail, u don't know what brand, what's the efficiency, and all the details that's important too) u need the research so that when u choose, u can choose the right component for the right price.

in the end, it's almost same amount of work, and referring to my first answer, they should be pretty pricy, as the company needs profit too
 
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Chugalug forgot to add in the cost of the Windows operating system, which will be about $100-130 depending on what version you get. You can do Steam OS for free, but I dont recommend it, and I dont think all the games you want to play will be available.
 
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well, u need an OS too
but that's basically all u need

u put them all up
install OS
when u boot up, the windows will install the drivers
u install the graphic driver (downloaded from the GPU's website)
during these times it will need to restart a few times (updating driver, etc)
then u can start playing games
 
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