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Noob wanting to play The Old Republic.

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dickjonesyo

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So, I'm wanting to buy a computer to play Star Wars the Old Republic, and I only have a budget of about 420 dollars. I know very little about computers and I was wondering if this would be able to run the game by any chance, *note* I'm not grounding myself to only laptops, a desktop is fine too. Any help is appreciated, thanks

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Dell+-+I...ustomerreviews

AMD Dual-Core E-450 Processor with AMD Radeon HD 6320 graphics
For fast, efficient computing.
4GB DDR3 memory
For multitasking power, expandable to 8GB.
Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support
Records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL media.
15.6" LED high-definition display
With TrueLife technology and 720p resolution showcases movies and games in stunning clarity.
500GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times.
AMD Radeon HD 6320 graphics
For lush images with vivid detail. HDMI output for connection to an HDTV.


Moved from PC Gaming

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The E-450 is the latest Brazos architecture which is not a gaming CPU at all except for casual games. The A4-3300 is better, but is still low end Llano. If you watch carefully, you might be able to find a laptop with the A6 APU for about 400 dollars or slightly more. (I have seen them on sale for 379.00, but of course often out of stock.)That would probably be the best choice in your price range for a laptop.

Also if you have a monitor, desktop Llano is faster than the laptop, especially the CPU clockspeed. But if you need a monitor, it might cost a bit more.
 
Hey OP, I looked at Microcenter and they had an Inspiron 560 for $349. I *think* it has a PCIe x16 slot available but should double check. Much better processor in there. Couple that with a cheap older discrete card and it will blow any of these integrated systems away. Power supply will handle something like a midlevel card with no power inputs needed. I would start prowling the FS boards and seeing what is out there. Something like a 4670 should be fine I imagine though I haven't checked the game out yet. Better than the onboard of any company will be though.
 
notposting said:
Hey OP, I looked at Microcenter and they had an Inspiron 560 for $349. I *think* it has a PCIe x16 slot available but should double check. Much better processor in there. Couple that with a cheap older discrete card and it will blow any of these integrated systems away. Power supply will handle something like a midlevel card with no power inputs needed. I would start prowling the FS boards and seeing what is out there. Something like a 4670 should be fine I imagine though I haven't checked the game out yet. Better than the onboard of any company will be though.
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According to Dell, it does have a PCIe slot, but only a 300W PSU. Shouldn't be too hard to get a decent used discrete card from a variety of places though.

http://www.dell.com/us/p/inspiron-560/pd

I'm going to throw this out there too, but there's several ~300 dollar DIY combo builds at Newegg, if you're comfortable putting it together yourself.
 
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