I'm in a situation where I'll be traveling to various places and countries quite frequently due to some real-life commitments. I'd love to keep my content creation going and work on music production, but lugging around a bulky desktop is not an option for me. My goal is to build a compact, carry-on friendly PC that can handle video editing, music software, and some light gaming. Ideally, I want the PC and monitor to fit in my carry-on bag, while my keyboard and other essential gear can go in a separate bag. I have a budget of $3,000, but as a complete newbie, I'm looking for guidance on how to start building my first PC. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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If you're still leaning toward building something, check out the subreddit r/sffpc for inspiration, or use r/buildapcforme to get advice on specific parts. You can find builds suited for portability that won't break the bank!
Considering all that traveling, I'd really recommend going for a gaming laptop or a high-end business laptop instead of a mini PC. Moving a monitor around can be a hassle and they're quite fragile. You can get a solid laptop for under $3,000, which would be super portable and easy to set up—just open the lid and you're good to go! Plus, it's more convenient since you won't have to rely on AC power every time you set up.
Totally agree! While a mini PC is a cool idea, practicality just favors the laptop option, as you noted.
Good point! A laptop sounds like it’d save a lot of hassle.
Thanks for the tip! I'll definitely check those out.