I'm looking to get started with PC gaming and want to play Dungeon Defenders. My budget is $800, and I'm located in the US. What components should I focus on, and is it feasible to build a decent gaming machine on this budget?
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Dungeon Defenders is an older game, so you won't need a super powerful PC to run it. You can easily find a decent used laptop or a basic desktop from the last five years that will handle it just fine. If you're thinking about building your own, I suggest going for a setup without a dedicated GPU to save money. Something like an AMD Ryzen 5 5600G with integrated graphics, 16GB of DDR4 RAM, and a simple case and power supply should keep you around $500. This way, if you want to upgrade down the line, there’s room to add a dedicated graphics card later. Plus, here’s a quick build you could consider: [Link to PCPartPicker].
It sounds like you’re starting fresh with no components, right? For $800, you’ll need to do some searching for affordable parts, but it’s definitely possible. If you just want to play Dungeon Defenders, don't stress too much over the latest tech. A build around the 5600G with 16GB DDR4 RAM should work perfectly for you! And if you're open to used parts, you could get everything for even less. That way, you'll have more room in your budget for a better GPU later on if you decide to upgrade.
I actually have no experience with building a PC, so I appreciate the suggestions! Can you recommend a place to buy used parts?
Nice setup! Just to add, checking prices on used parts could help save a bit—especially for the CPU and RAM, as they tend to last a long time.