I've recently started playing Baldur's Gate 3 on my PS5 and I'm absolutely loving it! However, it got me thinking about my old gaming PC that's nearly 10 years old. I wonder if it's feasible to upgrade it just enough to run BG3 since playing it on console feels a bit off. Here are my current specs:
- OS: Windows 10 Home 64-bit
- CPU: Intel Core i7 4820K @ 3.70GHz
- RAM: 16.0GB DDR3
- Graphics: AMD Radeon R9 200 Series
- Storage: 238GB SSD and a 2794GB HDD
I know this PC isn't the latest, and I might need to upgrade the CPU, GPU, and possibly even the RAM and PSU. Would it just be more cost-effective to build a modest new gaming rig instead? I've also included the recommended specs for BG3 for reference. Any advice would be really appreciated!
5 Answers
Honestly, your current specs are way below what's needed for smooth gameplay. Your computer can't even handle basic tasks well, so I'd suggest going for a low-end new build instead.
You'd likely need to upgrade nearly every component to get it to perform well enough for BG3. It's basically the same as building a new PC from scratch if you want a good experience.
To run BG3, you'd need to upgrade almost everything. The CPU is outdated, and your RAM is DDR3, which isn't compatible with newer motherboards. Plus, modern games usually require SSDs for fast loading times, so you'd need to upgrade that storage too.
Honestly, it would probably be cheaper to just build a new basic rig. You could look for a budget-friendly AMD bundle that includes a decent CPU and then get a used GPU for reasonable prices.
If you're looking for a quick solution, maybe just try adding a new GPU to your current setup and see how it runs. However, I'd recommend looking at second-hand PCs with a decent graphics card; I've seen systems with a 20 series GPU go for pretty cheap.
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