Minimum PC specs for 50%

[dolphin309]

What are the minimum computer (laptop or desktop) requirements for buying a new computer in order to play at 50% (anything above that is probably above what i can afford) Any specific model suggestions are welcome.

[admin89]

50% ? Lol
Unfortunately , not all games will run the same speed

[DefenderX]

If you can afford, get:

* a Core i5-3570k
* Z77 MoBo for overclocking
* decent CPU cooler
* a decent GPU (e.g. Radeon HD 68XX)

[ExtremeDude2]

Give us a more specific price range

[dolphin309]

do ram and hertz make a difference or is that just supplemental
Price range: $250 to $350

[admin89]

350$

Guess this laptop will be ok for the op
350$ is not enough for a decent desktop (with a graphic card) anyway
Since 1.5GHz CPU is too weak , you will need k10stat to overclock (Google "A6 3420M overclocking" , you'll take the risk though)
If you can save up more like 700$ , forget laptop then build a decent desktop

[Starscream]

It might be better to go with the refurbished K53TA with the discrete HD6650M. The reason I say "it might be better" is that you never know what condition the refurbed unit will be in when you get it. I've heard some horror stories. Anyway, it costs a bit more, but the HD6520G alone in the other laptop is garbage.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...6834230216

[ExtremeDude2]

You guys know he said "or DESKTOP" right?

[werewolfyman]

Are you willing to build a desktop?
That would save you a bit of cash.

Otherwise, be prepared to spend upwards of $400.
Or get a laptop.


http://www.directron.com/barebone-computer-3.html

Select these options:

*Assembly Options? : Assemble Barebone and Options [1 to 2 Days to Build](+10.00)
*Add Add Processor : Intel Pentium G630 2.7GHz 5GT/s Retail(+62.99)
*Add DDR3 Memory : One 4GB 2x2GB DDR3 1333 Patriot PSD34G1333KH(+19.99)
*Add SATA Hard Drive : One 500GB SATA 3.5in OEM Western Digital WD5000AAKX(+69.99)
*Add PCI Express Video Card : Radeon HD6670 1GB PCI -E 2.1 XFX HD-667X-ZHF3(+73.99)

This is a great deal, as an example.

Should play many less demanding games at or close to 100 %
Plus, the GPU can do up to 2.5x native. (1680 x 1050, roughly.)

Should set you back about $370.

Assuming you already have a monitor and some sort of OS.

(Directron is legit, they are owned by Yahoo!.)

I can go lower if you need me too.

[dolphin309]

sorry don't have time to build desktop and also i would PREFER a laptop because i usually have to take my computer with me for work. also can someone post the bare minimum specs to run a game at the speed i asked for?