

Koepf advises getting an Intel Core i processor with a four- or five-digit model number that begins with the number 8, 9, 10 or 11, for example the Core i3 8300.Īn AMD Ryzen processor with model numbers that start with 2, 3, 4 or 5 such as the Ryzen 3 2200G would also be suitable. When it comes to the components in your new gaming computer, the processor is key. Fortunately, if you already have a keyboard, monitor, and mouse you don't necessarily have to buy new ones. You should expect to spend at least US$1,000 (RM4,160). The prices for processors and especially graphics cards are currently very high so that if you buy these components individually you might end up paying more than for a whole computer.įor that reason, Koepf advises buying a powerful computer that’s also suitable for gaming. If not, you can try using a lower resolution, which sometimes helps. Can the games be installed? Are the loading times acceptable? Do the games run smoothly? If you already have a PC, it's best to simply try out everything you want to play.

On the whole, Koepf says, a PC is more flexible than a console - and there are more games available for it, too. The advantage of using a PC for gaming is that for the extra money, you also get more power and better graphics. That’s also worthwhile if you want to play online with friends or enjoy bigger titles like “League of Legends” or “World of Warcraft.” After all, PC games don't run smoothly without powerful processors and graphics cards. "But if at some point the games on the smartphone or even the console become too limiting for you, then it makes sense to invest in a better PC or to upgrade the hardware you have," Koepf says. You turn them on and click on the games – it's relatively intuitive." "Consoles can't be upgraded, but they are cheaper," says Alexander Koepf from GameStar magazine. You probably already have a computer, but it might not be suitable for gaming without undergoing an upgrade. At a desk on a PC, comfortably from the sofa with a controller in hand or anywhere you want with a smartphone?

For newcomers to gaming, the first question is where to play.
