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The video focuses on constructing a budget-friendly gaming PC capable of running the game PoWorld for around $125. The host demonstrates assembling a PC using parts from an old office computer (Optiplex) bought on eBay and emphasizes crucial components such as Intel i7 processors for third and fourth generations or an i5 6500 for sixth-gen systems, and securing a mid-tower case for a full-size graphics card. They detail the minimum game requirements, installation of additional RAM to achieve 16GB, and the installation of a GTX 1650 Super graphics card with a SATA to six-pin adapter. The host also covers the importance of correctly applying thermal paste to the CPU cooler. Finally, the PC’s performance is tested with low settings in PoWorld, where it maintains a frame rate of 80-90 FPS, confirming the build's effectiveness. The host invites viewers to request more of such budget builds.
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In this part of the video, the host discusses a budget-friendly option for building a gaming PC to play PoWorld. They highlight how they managed to assemble a functioning PC for around $125 by using parts from an old office PC, specifically an Optiplex bought on eBay for $51. The host emphasizes the importance of selecting the right components, such as aiming for Intel CPUs, particularly recommending i7 processors for third and fourth-gen builds or an i5 6500 for sixth-gen systems. Also, they advise looking for a mid-tower case to fit a full-size graphics card.
The video covers minimum specs required for the game PoWorld, which include an i5 3570k processor, 16GB of RAM, and 30GB on an SSD. They suggest buying an office PC that already has an SSD to simplify the process. The host demonstrates opening the case to inspect the existing RAM, realizing it’s equipped with two 4GB sticks, and recommends buying additional 4GB sticks to meet the 16GB RAM requirement. They highlight finding affordable options on eBay and explain the installation process for the RAM sticks.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the speaker finishes installing 16 GB of RAM on the motherboard, hearing a click to confirm it’s secure. They move on to install a GTX 1650 Super graphics card, bought from Facebook Marketplace for $50, using a SATA to six-pin adapter. The speaker explains how to connect the adapter and graphics card, emphasizing not to force connections. After removing the necessary slots, they align the card with the slot and plug it in until it clicks. They discuss the need to plug the adapter into the power pin. Once installed, the system should be ready for gaming, provided Windows is installed. Lastly, they touch on the optional step of replacing thermal paste on the CPU cooler, suggesting it may cost about $7.
00:06:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker demonstrates how to clean and reapply thermal paste to a computer cooler. They emphasize the importance of not over-tightening the screws when fastening the cooler back. After reassembling the PC, they proceed to download and install the game Powerworld via the Steam launcher. The speaker provides a tip to ensure the monitor is connected to the graphics card for proper display.
They then showcase the game’s performance on their setup, detailing the settings used (low quality, 1080p, no VSync or motion blur) and testing the frame rate (FPS) during gameplay, including a boss fight and open-world scenarios. The performance remains mostly above 80-90 FPS, with some drops but overall smooth gameplay. The speaker concludes by encouraging viewers to comment if they want to see more budget PC builds.