I'm thinking about switching from a PS5 to PC, but I'm completely new to choosing computer parts. I'd like a system that can run Dead by Daylight and story-heavy games such as Resident Evil and Silent Hill smoothly. My budget is roughly £1,000–£2,000, although I'll need time to save. I'd preferably like a white build and I'm based in the UK. What parts should I look at, and what would be the best way to start planning the build?
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Measure the area where the computer will sit before choosing a case. A cramped space with poor ventilation can cause cooling problems, and smaller cases can limit which graphics cards, coolers, and power supplies will fit. Also, don’t pay a large premium just for a brand logo. A mid-priced motherboard and graphics card model will usually perform very similarly to a more expensive version using the same core hardware; the extra money is often for appearance or enthusiast features.
Start by listing the games you want to play and checking their recommended PC specifications. Your £2,000 upper limit should be enough for a very capable gaming PC, while £1,000 may require more compromises. A parts-planning website such as PCPartPicker can check compatibility and show UK prices. Once you have a draft list, it’s worth having someone review it before buying anything.
Thank you so much! That gives me a much better place to start.