I'm currently gaming on console, but I'm thinking about transitioning to PC gaming. I'm particularly interested in playing Wreckfest, Beamng, and NR2003 with mods. I came across an article that suggests various gaming PC builds for different budgets, and I'm curious if the $500 build outlined would be sufficient for my needs. Or should I be considering the $800 or more builds for a better experience?
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Honestly, a more expensive build would definitely provide a better gaming experience. Plus, the build list is a bit outdated. I’d recommend checking out this updated list for better options: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/thRwxg.
You could run those games on the $500 build, but I honestly think you'd be happier if you saved up for something a bit more robust. It might not give you the performance you’re looking for.

Is this build just the bare minimum or does it actually deliver decent performance for those games?