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PC Configuration suggestion under Rs 22,000 for low resolution gaming!

3 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/pc-configuration-suggestion-under-rs-22-000-for-low-resolution-gaming.132745/

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Th3_1 Original post #1
Oct 11, 2010 at 5:30 PM
1. What is the purpose of the computer? (Note: If you are planning to say multimedia, you will have to be more specific as all types of systems are capable of doing that)
A: Solely Gaming, at a maximum resolution of 1366x768 or 1440x900 with AA and AF turned off.

2. Are you open to alternate ideas/products giving similar better performance but offering more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A: Yes

3. What is your MAX budget?
A: Rs 22,000

4. Planning to overclock?
A: No

5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A: Windows XP SP3

6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: 500 GB max.

7. What resolution will the screen run at & whats the size of the screen you want?
A: Resolution - 1366x768 or 1440x900. Screen size - 18.5” or 19” max.

8. How would you rate your hardware knowledge from the count of 1-10? (1 being the lowest, 5 being you are somewhat in sync with the current performers and 10 being the highest)
A: 9

9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A: Yes, have built many systems.

10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A: Within the next 10 days.

11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A: Not exactly, but should go atleast 3 years without upgrades.

12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A: Yes. I do not require a DVD writer or External Speakers.

13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: Kolkata. Yes, if service under warranty is not an issue.

14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A: Don’t want to spend on a good PSU. Motherboard must have Gigabit LAN.

I have shortlisted some components which are as follows, please advise.
CPU – AMD Athlon II X2 250 or equivalent
GPU – HD5670 512MB
RAM – 2GB DDR3 (Transcend, Kingston, Corsair)
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jeetu #2
Oct 18, 2010 at 5:23 PM
Onboard graphics are just not good enough for gaming. You will need atleast 9600 GT if you plan to play some older games at good settings Fear/Quake 4 etc. For That basic PSU is a risky thing. So you will need a good PSU (min CoolerMaster 430W).
I can play decent games G41MT-ES2L. 2X2GB Kinston DDR3 Value Ram , CPU E5500 (2.8Ghz) dual core and Leadtek 9600GT graphic Card. I suggest you go for 20 inch monitor because they have DVI port. Most 19 inch and lower monitor lacks them.
Cool Buddy
Oct 18, 2010 at 9:33 PM
Your budget is too low for a gaming rig. You need to up it to atleast 26-28k. however, if you cannot do that, you should wait for a couple of months and get GTS 430 which is a cheap card but will be ok for low-res, low-detail gaming.