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Re: New computer

It a toss up between the two. Both can run the game at med-high, but may have issues with ultra settings and smooth gameplay.

The PC SpecialistFusion Elite has a weaker processor that is low-end and may cause issues. Though it does have a higher-end graphics card.

-- If you want to go with an AMD, try looking for something in the AMD FX 8000 series with 8-16 GB system memory and a GTX 1050ti or better. The more video memory the better for gaming.

The Lenovo Ideacentre AIO 700 has a better processor if you get an i5 or i7, but has a slightly weaker video card even if you choose more memory.

You cannot replace the video card in all-in-one computers. You're stuck with the specs you buy.

-- If you want to go with an Intel chip, look for an i5 or i7 with 8-16 GB System Memory and and a GTX 1050ti or better. Again, the more video memory the better for gaming.

Have you seen any others that look interesting? If you have links to any that you like, please share them.

5 Replies

Anonymous
8 years ago
Thank you for your reply!

Would i be able to with the pc specialist upgrade the processor and such? If its cost effective?
roberta591
Hero (Retired)
8 years ago
@LuckyJules13 AIO computer typically use custom power supplies and other parts. These computers are like a laptop for your desk and are usually not upgradable or worth upgrading. The other computer is already old technology and my guess is upgrading it would not increase its value. AMD is now making processors for AM4 motherboards that use DDR4 memory. The AMD 4300 does not list what motherboard is in it and that could make a difference.
Anonymous
8 years ago
I have found one more that looks interesting and thats within my budget.

Its a Cyberpower
Paragon Vega Pro with AMD Ryzen 5 processor. The specs are;
Blue Tooth: N
Depth: 470 MM
Dongle Required: N
AMD Ryzen 5 Processor
8Gb DDR4 RAM
2Tb SATA III Hard Drive
Built in Wi-Fi
Windows 10
Vega 11 Onboard Graphics
3 year manufacturors warranty
Red LED
Graphics: Vega 11 Onboard
Hard Drive Storage: 2 Tb
Height: 445 MM
Processor: AMD Ryzen
RAM Memory: 8 GB
Width: 200 MM

Would this work?
jpkarlsen
Hero (Retired)
8 years ago
It does not have a standalone graphics board. There are not listed any Video RAM so in all likelihood it will be shared with main RAM So this can not be recommended.
roberta591
Hero (Retired)
8 years ago
@LuckyJules13 The Vega 11 performs a little better then entry level graphics. AMD has design changes increase graphic performance with out sacrefising gpu performance. As this is a new release (Ryzen + Vega graphics) from AMD reviews are not reliable. I don't like the idea of combining cpu with gpu on the same chip because of heat concerns and this requires the cpu and gpu share the same bus system which can affect performance. Many times there is no dedicated video memory because of lack of access to the gpu side of the chip. Today the best way for graphics is a dedicated (not the same as discreet) graphics chip. If this computer is a laptop you will be limited to entry level graphics.