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Awesome feedback thanks so which out the first two would you suggest I get ... not sure what 1tb Hdd means if it makes it better than the msi
@kymanii7979 Solid state drives (SSDs) are much faster than mechanical drives (HDDs), but they're also more expensive. That's why some computers come with a single small SSD, like the MSI; or an even smaller SSD, with a large HDD for backup, like the Acer. The disadvantage of the very small SSD is that you'd need to install most large programs on the HDD, where they'd load more slowly than if they were on an SSD. But of course you get a lot more space overall. Which one is better for you depends on how much storage you'll need.
The MSI's 256 GB drive is large enough for Sims 4 and all your associated content, plus plenty of small apps like browsers and music players, because those don't take much space. If you plan to store a lot of data, e.g. a movie or photo collection, you'll probably need more space, and then the Acer would be more convenient than having to use an external drive.
Personally, I'd go with the MSI if I were only planning to play Sims 4, no other games. I might still go with it if I were planning on playing Sims 3 as well. But any more than that, and I'd want more storage.