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#248433 26-Mar-2019 12:01

think its time to make the switch from console to pc

I'm not nearly tech-savvy enough to build my own pc, so what's the best pre-built pc i can get on my budget ($2000). looking for something that can run most games at high settings

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#2205072 26-Mar-2019 12:36

Do you need a monitor as well?

A build to run "most games at high settings" would be pushing that budget, especially with a monitor included...

If you went with a slightly older GPU, you would probably be Ok - maybe even buy a 1070 or 1080 second hand?

Something like this would be a pretty capable machine for up to 1440p gaming

https://www.pbtech.co.nz/build/6842

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#2205101 26-Mar-2019 13:52

https://www.computerlounge.co.nz/components/componentview.asp?partid=29654

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#2205106 26-Mar-2019 14:04

Lias:

https://www.computerlounge.co.nz/components/componentview.asp?partid=29654

Almost identical spec to the above if you were to take the second SSD out - reckon 256Gb storage is a bit light no?

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#2205209 26-Mar-2019 17:53

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Lias:

https://www.computerlounge.co.nz/components/componentview.asp?partid=29654

Almost identical spec to the above if you were to take the second SSD out - reckon 256Gb storage is a bit light no?

One large issue is the pbtech build you submitted not using dual channel RAM. thats not good for ryzen systems.

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#2205238 26-Mar-2019 18:47

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Do you need a monitor as well?

A build to run "most games at high settings" would be pushing that budget, especially with a monitor included...

If you went with a slightly older GPU, you would probably be Ok - maybe even buy a 1070 or 1080 second hand?

Something like this would be a pretty capable machine for up to 1440p gaming

https://www.pbtech.co.nz/build/6842

This build without the CPU cooler and swap to a 1TB HDD instead of the 1TB SSD, and swap the RAM to this (so you have money for a monitor, keyboard and mouse and speakers/headset..if you are lucky) then you have a winner.

If you alive in Auckland I can help build it for you to save you the $90 also.

Otherwise I would recommend buying a pre-built gaming PC if you are not keen on dealing with warranty issues, especially if you are not computer literate.

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#2205242 26-Mar-2019 18:58

Just buy a prebuilt to save warranty hassle if its your only PC, since otherwise you are expected to faultfind with spare parts and only take the faulty part back to the retailer.

Also are you happy with 60Hz or do you want decent framerate gaming?

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#2205325 26-Mar-2019 21:10

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Do you need a monitor as well?

A build to run "most games at high settings" would be pushing that budget, especially with a monitor included...

If you went with a slightly older GPU, you would probably be Ok - maybe even buy a 1070 or 1080 second hand?

Something like this would be a pretty capable machine for up to 1440p gaming

https://www.pbtech.co.nz/build/6842

brought a 144hz monitor from a friend

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#2205329 26-Mar-2019 21:15

richms:

Just buy a prebuilt to save warranty hassle if its your only PC, since otherwise you are expected to faultfind with spare parts and only take the faulty part back to the retailer.

Also are you happy with 60Hz or do you want decent framerate gaming?

just got a 144hz monitor so would like to make full use of that

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#2205417 26-Mar-2019 22:49

vdanzo:

just got a 144hz monitor so would like to make full use of that

I don't mean to be rude, but I think you may be really struggling to get a $2k PC that can do that monitor justice.

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#2205421 26-Mar-2019 23:13

I have no time for games so gave my nice screen to my cousins kids, but back when I did my 970 was able to cope okish on things I cared about at the time 2+ years ago so I dont think that a current mid tier card would struggle on current things. Unless its 4k or something as well as 144hz.

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#2205428 26-Mar-2019 23:38

Can definitely run a 144hz screen on $2k, especially if it's a 1080p screen. For example:

https://nz.pcpartpicker.com/list/xLkXcY

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#2205457 27-Mar-2019 07:28

Just FYI, I will likely be selling my current gaming tower in the next week or two - it is currently hooked up to a 144hz 1440p screen and works really well:

CPU=4790k

RAM=16Gb

GPU=GTX1070

Storage= 1 x 250 SSD, 1 x 500Gb SSD, 1 x 1TB HDD

Cooler Master full tower and a decent cooler, 850W PSU

If you are interested, it could be a way to break into PC gaming well under your budget!

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#2205472 27-Mar-2019 08:06

Tzoi:

Can definitely run a 144hz screen on $2k, especially if it's a 1080p screen. For example:

https://nz.pcpartpicker.com/list/xLkXcY

As per OP's first post, he wants something pre-built, because he doesn't have the skills or desire to self build, so part picker isn't really a solution.

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#2205487 27-Mar-2019 08:50

Playing devils advocate but.... Don't do it! It will suck up decades of your life and tens of thousands of dollars. Stick with pre-built consoles which are basically heavily subsidised, well supported PCs these days anyway. (xbox already has keyboard+mouse support on some games aye?)

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#2205541 27-Mar-2019 11:09

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Do you need a monitor as well?

A build to run "most games at high settings" would be pushing that budget, especially with a monitor included...

If you went with a slightly older GPU, you would probably be Ok - maybe even buy a 1070 or 1080 second hand?

Something like this would be a pretty capable machine for up to 1440p gaming

https://www.pbtech.co.nz/build/6842

I'd change a couple of things here.

No need for the AIO as the included AMD cooler is very decent, can be a bit loud when really pushing the overclocks but otherwise it is fine.

The money saved there I'd put into getting faster RAM which is going to make a huge difference for Ryzen PC.

I think the 2060 is a wierd card and not sure what it is for. I'd either look at a 1660ti and save some money for the same performance minus the ray tracing or go for the 2070 for extra performance.

Also there are many many ways to get Windows and paying full retail price is the least attractive IMO.

Personally I'd would go with Ryzen but the intel alternative just for gaming is going to be slightly quicker in most titles. It will have a worse upgrade path, won't multitask as well (so if you want to do streaming or any creative work) and I personally have problems with Intel's past business dealings in the past, but it is a viable alternative (unlike current AMD and nVidia where you'd be a mad man to buy anything but a budget GPU from AMD at the moment)....

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