I've just turned 14 and I've been saving up my money for a while now. I've managed to scrape together around $400, and I could stretch it to about $500 in a reasonable time. I'm really eager to know if I can build a decent gaming PC with that budget.
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Hey there! I actually have an old PC with an i5-4670K and a GTX 770 that I can give you for free if you can cover the shipping! No need to worry about giving your address; maybe your parents can help set up a P.O. box?
If you end up looking to build something yourself, you might be able to do it for around $500 if you focus on used parts. Just make sure to buy a new PSU. Check out this video by Linus Tech Tips on a budget build—it might give you some good ideas!
One option could be to grab a used OEM PC and throw a 1660 Ti in it. That combo should get you around 60 FPS at 1080p on lower settings, which could work well for what you want!
It’s definitely possible, but you need to consider a few things:
1. Location matters because PC prices can vary significantly based on where you live.
2. Do you already have peripherals? If not, you'll need to factor those costs in too.
3. What games are you planning to play? If you’re looking to run AAA titles, a console might actually be a better bet. More details would help in putting together a build for you!
I live in the US, and I'm mostly into games like Minecraft, Roblox, and older Call of Duty titles. Just need something that’s more powerful than my old Xbox.
You should really research your local used market. If you wait a bit and look hard enough, you might snag a solid PC at a great price. Building something for $500 can be tough, but who knows what deals might pop up!
Honestly, $500 might be a tight squeeze if you want to play the latest games. Some have suggested looking into the second-hand market, though, as you might find some good deals there. Just keep in mind it might be challenging to run newer titles smoothly with that budget.
That's so generous of you! It’s great to see people helping each other out.