{"id":805,"date":"2017-08-15T10:14:16","date_gmt":"2017-08-15T02:14:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/?p=805"},"modified":"2019-03-19T08:40:01","modified_gmt":"2019-03-19T00:40:01","slug":"gaming-rigs-every-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/my\/2017\/08\/15\/gaming-rigs-every-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"Gaming Rigs for Every Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"

A<\/span>lmost everyone games a little \u2013 even the most hardworking of them all. But those who are hardworking when it comes to gaming, are wired a little different. For one, they are religiously particular about the whole experience, and in particular, their gear.<\/p>\n

Video games are amongst the toughest things you can subject your computer to. They often push the system to its limits when trying to achieve the best visual quality and at buttery smooth frame rates.<\/p>\n

Of course, not everyone can spend oodles of cash on a computer, and so there are a few archetypes that people typically go for so they can game like a king. We\u2019ll give you a primer so you can search out the best rig for yourself.<\/p>\n

Note: The prices of components are dynamic and is correct at time of writing. Recommended specs will also change as well depending on availability of components. For simplicity, we will only focus on the core components necessary for each build.<\/em><\/p>\n

Setups for Around $1,500<\/strong><\/h2>\n

At the very least, you have to look to spend around S$1,500-$1,600 (excluding monitor, mind you) to have somewhat decent rig that you can use for a variety of games. MMORPGs and similar games will be best as they often do not have very extreme requirements. These prices exclude the monitor, by the way. So you have to take that into consideration.<\/p>\n

Minimum Configuration<\/b><\/h3>\n

At the very least, a gaming rig needs discrete graphics and an NVIDIA GTX 1050 is the bare minimum. SSDs should be used as primary storage, be it in the form of a hybrid drive or a dedicated SSD for system files. A setup like this is close to the S$1,300 mark, depending on choice of motherboard and case.<\/p>\n

\"Nvidia
\nCPU <\/b>Intel Core i5-7500 or AMD Ryzen 1500
\nRAM <\/b>8GB
\nGraphics <\/b>NVIDIA GTX 1050 2GB \/ AMD RX 460
\nStorage <\/b>120GB SSD (M.2) + 500GB HDD<\/p>\n

Recommended Setup<\/b><\/h3>\n

If possible, cough out a little more cash to get a little bit more bang for buck value as well as longevity. Remember that it\u2019s not always the cheapest that gets you the best value. But don\u2019t take our word for it \u2013 do some cursory research with Google for a compilation of comparisons. It also depends on how long you expect your rig to last as well. This takes you closer to the S$1,500-$1,600 mark.<\/p>\n

\"Nvidia<\/p>\n

CPU <\/b>Intel Core i5-7600 or AMD Ryzen 1600
\nRAM <\/b>8GB (16GB if you multitask a lot)
\nGraphics <\/b>NVIDIA GTX 1060 (or 1050Ti) \/ AMD RX 580
\nPrimary Storage <\/b>120GB SSD (M.2) + 500GB HDD (or 1TB)<\/p>\n

Pre-configured Desktops<\/strong><\/h3>\n

While not as popular as laptops these days, pre-configured desktops are still a part of the PC landscape. All major names in the business offer several options for gaming. This is one viable option if you aren\u2019t keen on putting together something yourself.<\/p>\n

\"ASUS<\/p>\n

Asus ROG G11CD (G11CD-K-SG011T) <\/b><\/h4>\n

The G11CD model uses the i7-7700 processor and GTX 1050 combination although it offers just a conventional 2TB HDD. The case is a little fancier and you pay a little more but one of the upshots of going with a pre-configured kit is that you spend less time figuring out what went wrong (when it does) and you have a three-year on-site warranty to fall back on.<\/p>\n

From S$1,548\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

www.asus.com\/sg<\/em><\/p>\n

Laptops<\/b><\/h3>\n

NVIDIA\u2019s Pascal tech bridges the gap significantly between desktop and laptop, to the point that the performances are mostly similar. With the advent of Max Q (see p38) we can only see further progress in the field of gaming laptops without the backbreaking weight. Mainstream laptops can be viable desktop replacements, and this is pretty exciting for the casual gamer who doesn\u2019t need all the bells and whistles. Look for laptops with a Nvidia GTX 1050 or 1060 (if you want more power) and paired with at least an Intel i5 processor.<\/p>\n

\"Lenovo<\/p>\n

Lenovo Legion Y520 <\/b><\/p>\n

The Y520 is proof that you can have a gaming notebook that can run most of today\u2019s games at respectable framerates and detail. It\u2019s not flashy by any means \u2013 which is a good thing for some people \u2013 and it comes in variety of options. The bare bones model sets you back S$1,199 for an i5-7300 processor and GTX 1050 graphics with a regular HDD, but S$1,599 gets you an i7-7700 with GTX 1050Ti and a hybrid drive for a combination of speed and storage space. And it\u2019s portable too.<\/p>\n

From S$1,199 <\/em><\/p>\n

www.lenovo.com\/sg<\/em><\/p>\n

Middle of the Road (~$3,000)<\/b><\/h2>\n

The three thousand mark is a pretty good place to be. That money gets you quite a good piece of kit \u2013 though not the best \u2013 but it means you\u2019re really looking for a visually stunning experience. Much like how you build a character class, you need to make the most of your stat points, which are plentiful, but as you will soon find out, somewhat limited as well.<\/p>\n

CPU- and GPU-First Approach<\/b><\/h3>\n

If you choose to run your games in conventional Full-HD mode then there\u2019s plenty of room to play with your three grand and there\u2019s no need for a crazy SLI setup; 1440p resolution is also an option. If you go full retard with the CPU and graphics then you\u2019ll have less for other amenities like storage configurations and speedier RAM. You\u2019d probably need to skimp a little on the motherboard as well an forgo some tweaking options and port options. It\u2019s far from optimal, but there\u2019s plenty of raw power out of the box. You\u2019d most likely wind up with something similar to the Acer Predator on the next page, but on your own terms.<\/p>\n

\"Nvidia<\/p>\n

CPU: <\/b>Intel Core i7-7700
\nGraphics: <\/b>NVIDIA GTX 1070 or 1080
\nRAM: <\/b>16GB
\nStorage: <\/b>M.2 SSD (e.g. Samsung 960 EVO) + Western Digital 1TB 7200rpm Black HDD<\/p>\n

Middle Ground<\/b><\/h3>\n

We think that playing it conservative here would be better though, in the sense there\u2019s more breathing room. If it\u2019s pure gaming that you do, an i5 7500 (or Ryzen 1600) will do the job. You can even get away with 8GB of RAM, to be honest, unless you do plenty of multitasking and livestreaming. You will wind up with plenty of headroom, money-wise, and you can spend it on a fancier case, upgrade to a liquid cooling system, and get yourself a nice keyboard and mouse.<\/p>\n

\"Geforce
\nCPU: <\/b>Intel Core i5-7600 or Ryzen 1600
\nGraphics: <\/b>NVIDIA GTX 1060 or 1070 or Ryzen 580
\nRAM: <\/b>8GB (16GB if necessary)
\nStorage: <\/b>M.2 SSD (e.g. Samsung 960 EVO) + Western Digital 1TB 7200rpm Black HDD<\/p>\n

Pre-Configured Desktops<\/b><\/h3>\n

It\u2019s actually quite cool that you have pre-configured gaming options from the big names, so those who don\u2019t really have the time to troubleshoot their machines can enjoy the on-site warranty benefits. For some, it\u2019s well-worth the slight premium.<\/p>\n

\"Asus<\/p>\n

Acer Predator G3-710 <\/b><\/h4>\n

The G3-710 sports an i7-7700 processor and GTX 1080 8GB graphics. With 16GB RAM along with a 256GB SSD and 1TB HDD combo, it has covers most of the main bullet points. Of course, you have to expect that you aren\u2019t getting top of the line chipsets and the fastest RAM, but the G3-710 can get you pretty much there with the minimum of fuss \u2013 the fun is in playing the game, not grease monkeying with silicon wafers and impossibly small screws in hard-to-reach places.<\/p>\n

S$2,898<\/em><\/p>\n

sg-store.acer.com<\/em><\/p>\n

The Power Laptop<\/b><\/h3>\n

MSI, Razer, Alienware, HP, Acer and ASUS all have very compelling options in this category, and it\u2019s a matter of picking one that tickles your fancy after a few Google searches. But we\u2019d like you to consider putting together something from local startup Aftershock to make the most of your money.<\/p>\n

\"Aftershock<\/p>\n

Aftershock W-15S <\/b><\/h4>\n

For three grand, the W-15S has a relatively modest GTX 1070 8GB graphics, though still a considerable upgrade over the the 1050 and 1060. However, it is effectively a desktop, using a desktop-class i5-7500 processor. If you\u2019re willing to top up a little more for an SSD, you\u2019ll have a very handy desktop replacement in the form of a fairly portable 15-inch laptop.<\/p>\n

S$2,900<\/em><\/p>\n

www.aftershockpc.com<\/em><\/p>\n

Over the Top<\/strong><\/h2>\n

When you have no budget restrictions, it just gets really expensive from here forward. In terms of performance, you can now aim for a 4K experience, and not to mention the endless myriad of peripherals that you can choose from.<\/p>\n

All-Out Performance<\/b><\/h3>\n

Since the sky\u2019s the limit, then everything is a valid choice. But for the sake of knowing something then let\u2019s consider if you\u2019re interested in 4K resolution or not. If yes, then an SLI setup is worth considering as most games running at that resolution will benefit from a dual card setup. If you don\u2019t, you can still run it in SLI, but single card performance is generally better (less problematic).<\/p>\n

The single big difference is that you can pick your choice of premium motherboards with better overclocking options and other perks. This is especially true when using CPUs with overclocking support (denoted by a K for Intel and X for AMD) \u2013 you\u2019ll need an appropriate motherboard that can manage the overclocking. With a good motherboard you\u2019ll get the most out of your components.<\/p>\n

\"Geforce
\nCPU: <\/b>Intel Core i7-7700K or AMD Ryzen 7 1800X (good for multi-thread applications)
\nGraphics: <\/b>NVIDIA GTX 1080Ti (SLI for 4K setups)
\nRAM: <\/b>16GB (why not)
\nStorage: <\/b>M.2 SSD in RAID 0 (PCI-E) + additional storage of choice<\/p>\n

Pre-Configured Desktops<\/b><\/h3>\n

It\u2019s a little harder to find an over the top offering that\u2019s sitting on shelves but they are around if you look. In many cases (pun not intended) they feature very striking aesthetics, as you would expect from a gaming device.<\/p>\n

\"Asus<\/p>\n

Asus GT51CH-SG001T <\/b><\/h4>\n

When it comes to crazy you can always almost count on ASUS to have something there. This is ASUS\u2019s desktop with a GTX 1080 SLI setup and pretty much has all the bells and whistles: i7-7700K CPU, 32GB of RAM, with 512GB SSD and 2TB HDD storage, and liquid cooling thrown in to boot. It comes with its own management software to fine tune all manner of settings \u2013 and oh, the lights as well, of course.<\/p>\n

S$4,798<\/em><\/p>\n

www.asus.com\/sg<\/em><\/p>\n

Power Laptops<\/b><\/h3>\n

Often these laptops are effectively desktop replacements as the power requirements are extremely draining on the battery. But still, some appreciate the compact form compared to a full-fledged desktop.<\/p>\n

\"Razer<\/p>\n

Razer Blade Pro<\/b><\/h4>\n

Unlike its peers, the Razer Blade Pro is very understated when it comes to looks. Under the hood, though is a beast of a machine with an i7-7820HK CPU and GTX 1080 GPU. It\u2019s also THX certified for quality visuals and audio, with a 100-percent RGB, 4K display. There\u2019s also dual SSDs in PCI-E for the quickest data transfer and Killer DoubleShot Pro for stutter-free networking. The best of everything, and in a mere 0.88-inch thin chassis.<\/p>\n

From S$6,100<\/em><\/p>\n

www.razerzone.com\/sg<\/em><\/p>\n

Fancy Peripherals<\/b><\/h3>\n

Gaming has some of the most outlandish gear and if you can afford it, it\u2019s certainly a guilty pleasure.<\/p>\n

\"CoolerCooler Master Cosmos II Ultra Tower<\/b><\/p>\n

This massive case looks suitable aggressive yet understated (if you want it to be) and sports a brushed aluminium finish for style and a steel structure for strength. You can put up a four-way SLI configuration here, no problem. How about 10 fans? Or 13 HDDs? Ultra indeed.<\/p>\n

S$459<\/em><\/p>\n

www.banleong.com\/sg<\/em><\/p>\n

\"RazerRazer Blackwidow Chroma V2 <\/b><\/p>\n

There are plenty of candidates for excellent keyboards but when it comes to over-the-top it\u2019s hard to top this outlandish looking offering from Razer. It uses mechanical switches for satisfying tactile feedback, and more importantly it has a customisable array of 16.8 million colours for backlighting.<\/p>\n

S$290<\/em><\/p>\n

www.razerzone.com\/sg\"Logitech<\/em><\/p>\n

Logitech G900 Chaos Spectrum<\/b><\/h4>\n

This distinct-looking mouse from Logitech is uncompromising in every way. Its wireless performance is impressive and even the most hardened gamer will find it hard to say no. Ambidextrous, lightweight and customisable, its only drawback is that you\u2019re approaching S$300 for just a mouse.<\/p>\n

S$249<\/em><\/p>\n

www.logitech.com\/en-sg<\/em><\/p>\n

Alternative Gaming Options<\/b><\/h2>\n

If you feel that you\u2019re not keen on purchasing a relatively pricey system that will be obsolete in three years, and would rather keep your productive work and your gaming separate, then the world of consoles and handhelds may well be the way forward for you. There\u2019s plenty of games to be played either way, so it\u2019s not really a downgrade if you just want to have fun.\"Playstation<\/p>\n

Consoles<\/b><\/h3>\n

The most natural substitute would be the console, which offers an extensive list of games, many of which are cross platform \u2013 you can enjoy many of the same games that your PC gaming friends are playing as well. Interestingly, console makers are offering different tiers of machines now, each offering varying levels of graphics performance, which is almost PC-like.\"Xbox<\/p>\n

Microsoft Xbox One and Sony Playstation 4<\/b><\/h4>\n

Microsoft offers the Xbox One S, and now the Xbox One X (see p18), which will be out later this year. Sony offers the Playstation 4 and the Playstation 4 Pro. The games are still compatible with the older Xbox One and Playstation 4 machines, but only the newer consoles will get the graphical enhancements. It\u2019s a toss up between the two in all honesty which to buy, as many games are available on both consoles. Much depends on what your friends are using (for multiplayer) and which console exclusive games appeal to you more. Most hardcore console gamers own both machines\u2026<\/p>\n

Xbox One from S$499, Sony PS4 from S$449<\/em><\/p>\n

www.xbox.com\/en-sg, asia.playstation.com<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Nintendo<\/h4>\n

Nintendo Switch<\/b><\/h4>\n

Nintendo\u2019s quirky device is like a step up over smartphone gaming in the sense that you can play it on the move. But it is also designed around the fact that you want to bring your console gaming along with you. The Switch not only lets you play online (service to launch later this year), you are able to play with a friend by passing one of the two controllers to him or her. For those who aren\u2019t too serious about their games, the Switch is a breath of fresh air as the games are centred around friends having fun instead of berating each other for being a useless piece of s*** over the comms channel when a raid goes awry.<\/p>\n

S$659<\/em><\/p>\n

www.maxsoftonline.com<\/em><\/p>\n

Smartphone Gaming<\/b><\/h4>\n

There\u2019s really nothing wrong with smartphone gaming if you find that none of the above options suit your fancy. It\u2019s perfectly possible to enjoy video games just using a smartphone or tablet \u2013 there are plenty of games that will give you plenty of hours of entertainment.<\/p>\n

\"Mobile<\/p>\n

Mobile Legends<\/strong><\/h4>\n

This is the mobile version of Dota (Defense of the Ancients), without question the most famous MOBA (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena) game ever made. It is also extremely polished and almost captures completely the elements that made Dota such a hit. If you are a fan of such games and have only heard about this for the first time then prepare to be hooked.<\/p>\n

\"Lineage<\/p>\n

Lineage 2 Revolution<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Based on the desktop game Lineage 2 \u2013 an MMORPG (Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game), the mobile version already had more than three million pre-registered users before its official launch. It\u2019s built on the Unreal Engine 4 and sports some pretty impressive graphics, and it can support massive 200-player real time battles.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

The Elder Scrolls: Legends<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Along with Hearthstone, collectible card video games are perfect on mobile devices as the touch interface lends itself perfectly to the gameplay. The combination of single player campaign and online multiplayer mode will keep you glued to your phone far longer than you\u2019d like.<\/p>\n

Monitors by the Numbers<\/b><\/h2>\n

Too many monitors to list, but here\u2019re some quickfire suggestions…<\/p>\n

\"Asus<\/p>\n

Really Budget:\u00a0<\/b>Asus VX228H <\/b><\/h4>\n

If the budget is tight, you can just go for the VX228H or VX278H \u2013 the main distinction being screen size. Although neither provides you with Freesync or G-sync, the 1ms response time of the display panel will help in some way. But at these prices, you can\u2019t really complain. If this isn\u2019t satisfactory, then\u2026<\/p>\n

22-inch S$169 <\/em><\/p>\n

www.asus.com\/sg<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Asus<\/p>\n

Bang for Buck:\u00a0<\/b>Asus VG248EQEJ <\/b><\/h4>\n

Ideally, a monitor like this should be your starting point if you are serious about getting an optimal gaming experience. With a 1ms response time and a fixed 144Hz refresh rate, this 24-inch monitor not only is of a comfortably large size, it will also provide you with a smoother gaming experience.<\/p>\n

S$499<\/em><\/p>\n

www.asus.com\/sg<\/em><\/p>\n

\"HP<\/p>\n

Am in it for Looks too:\u00a0<\/b>HP Omen X 35 <\/b><\/h4>\n

OK the truth is we chose because of how it looks. I mean, just look at it. But pressed for an explanation; it has 4ms response time, 100Hz refresh rate and supports G-sync. Because it\u2019s a VA panel as opposed to IPS, the contrast ratio is better at 2,500:1 static. You pay a premium for the looks, but then again at this price bracket, let\u2019s not kid ourselves…<\/p>\n

S$1,699<\/em><\/p>\n

www.hp.com\/sg<\/em><\/p>\n

\"LG<\/p>\n

Budget Widescreen:\u00a0<\/b>LG 34UC79G <\/b><\/h4>\n

Once you step up into the thousand-dollar mark, there are plenty of options afoot. But just for a change of pace, we thought you might want to think about a curved, 34-inch, ultra-wide monitor. The 5ms response time and 144Hz refresh rate ensures that you get respectably smooth rendering while your smile starts to match the width of the screen.<\/p>\n

S$1,099<\/em><\/p>\n

www.lg.com\/sg<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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