Dell OptiPlex Cheap Gaming PC Buyers Guide

If you've seen the videos about turning an older Dell OptiPlex into a gaming PC on KZbin, and you're a little confused about which one to get... this is the video for you. I'll help you know the differences and pick out the right OptiPlex to convert into a budget gaming PC for not a lot of money. Also, you can check out my process of turning an OptiPlex 9020 into a gaming PC in these videos:
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Part 3: 4th Gen i5 GPU Selection Guide: tinyurl.com/sal243q
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0:00 - Addressing Other Videos
1:18 - Systems To Avoid
2:12 - Systems To Look For
2:31 - Differences Between The 3020 & 7020/9020
6:19 - Why I Would Avoid The 3020
7:05 - What You Should Pay
8:48 - Buying Tips
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[@TheGameBench]

Using one of these older Dell's to build a gaming PC might surprise you. You can check out the entire build process where I turn one of this into a gaming PC that beats out a console for the same money. Also, I've made an updated video talking about the current prices. Check it out for some alternatives to an xx20 with an i5, since they're selling for absurd prices currently, as of (Aug. 2020). Part 1: Adding A Larger GPU: tinyurl.com/uj82olm Part 2: Adding A Little Airflow: tinyurl.com/r4zubgk Part 3: 4th Gen i5 GPU Selection Guide: tinyurl.com/sal243q Part 4: The Build: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZ-4h2OtfLWhhs0 Part 5: Windows 10 For Free: tinyurl.com/roazlrv

[@wilsonbatuyong1147]

I so excited for this upcoming video.i have optiplex 9020 i7 pc.thanks in advance.

[@Ivory805]

I’ve been wondering do I need a monitor with a VGA cable to use this pc

[@TheGameBench]

@@wilsonbatuyong1147 Well, the next video is up about removing the HDD cage to install a bigger graphics card and I'm filming the next video on installing a front fan for better airflow.

[@TheGameBench]

@@Ivory805 If you're not going to add a dedicated graphics card you will need a VGA or DisplayPort cable. There are adapters that will go from VGA to DVI or DisplayPort to HDMI, which would be my recommendation. If you're going to add a dedicated GPU, most have HDMI and DisplayPorts. Lower end cards still have DVI. However, I'm not seeing any that have VGA on them anymore.

[@djditty8012]

Great timing finding this video. I’m going to pick up a couple 9020s tomorrow! 👍

[@linuxlol3609]

After two years and price jumps, this video and screw it, this whole channel is still extremely useful on this topic, mainly with the hardware itself since prices have changed, but also what prices to look out for. It even helped me to understand that older generations aren't worth it. Thanks a lot, earned a new subscriber.

[@TheGameBench]

Thanks! Glad you found it helpful.

[@elmarko9051]

Excellent video, only 3 minutes in and you've provided more and better information than most other videos on this exact topic. Good Work!

[@TheGameBench]

Thanks! I really appreciate that and I'm glad you found it useful.

[@frankimaserati1395]

Fr I’m ignorant to these desktop.. super informative for a big dummy like me 👍👍 I just pick up 7020 sff

[@galvestonco.rcenthusiast1890]

@@frankimaserati1395 me too!!!

[@Wimmle]

Definitely

[@onairtechnologies6529]

Totally agree, thank you.

[@21April853BC]

I’m a new subscriber. I just saw the title of the video, and I knew I had to watch. I haven’t purchased a PC in over 15 years. I just purchased a Dell Optiplex 780 minus of the power cord and the HDD for $20. I added an old legal copy of Windows 7 Pro, a 240gb SDD, added 8 more gd of DDRAM up from 4gb to a total of 12gb and now I’m upgrading the current dual CPU to 2 Quad Q9650 3.0 Intel Core GHz 12M 1333MHz 4-Core Processor for $23. The MOBO also have four slots for ram. It surprisingly has a fast boot up speed. I due plan to build a really sweet rig but this old Dell is just for fun and for general surfing and school even though I have a few laptops. This is my learning PC because I’m study for a COMPTIA A+ cert and other skill sets. I also upgraded my video card to a none exciting 2gb Radeon RX550 too. Overall I’m happy but I realize this is not a gaming rig but it can do emulation of course. Once I workout a few bugs this old Dell will be gtg and even better!

[@Diastro]

How many watts does your power supply carry?

[@WellBeSerious12]

Too long before upgrades, you missed out alot (properly used English contraction).

[@jameswarner7435]

Subscribed! Every question and concern I've had about these affordable computers was addressed in this one video, and that is something that dozens of others here on youtube don't even attempt to do! I am beyond impressed by the amount of incredibly useful information included in this video. This no nonsense, practical and intelligent approach to modern computing is exactly what i've been looking for. Thank you so much for sharing this valuable knowledge with us and please keep up the excellent work! I appreciate the effort you're putting into these videos far more than i'm able to express in this comment. BRAVO!

[@TheGameBench]

Thanks, I really appreciate that. That's exactly what I started making these videos. Seemed to be so much misinformation, and left out information.

[@secondsystems3479]

Niq here. Pretty detailed and in depth. As a budget conscious guy, I love these kinds of videos. Keep em coming!

[@TheGameBench]

Hey man! Thanks! I should have the build video put together in the next few weeks.

[@stronghamster1560]

ayy we have the same name lmao

[@harveydarvey4585]

I got a 7010 DT with an i7 and 8GB of RAM that was only $140. Even included all the cables, keyboard, and mouse.

[@TheGameBench]

That pretty good. I really wanted to elaborate on the xx10's with the 3770. For a little more money, the 3770 will blow away the Haswell i5's. It does have a few compromises still, but I bought one and I plan to go over how to get around the SATA and USB3 slots blocking the GPU.

[@urmomsahoe1]

@@TheGameBench Looking forward to that video.

[@TheGameBench]

@@urmomsahoe1 I think I'm going to tackle that one just after the new year.

[@rockrecordreport7136]

@@TheGameBench This relates to the comment I just left about the 7010 being still a desirable box over any that are limited to 16Gs of ram. Please go into the 7010 towers (not SFF of course) details, and let us know if this is just not up to the 7020 in too many other ways. My investment into new PSUs and GPUs is worth it to me if I can move them to other Dells as I see a deal on a better new used Optiplex.

[@zellar1]

I have been doing Dell Refurbs for a while now and I have done 5 now and this video is the most comprehensive I have seen....good job!! Thanks

[@TheGameBench]

Thanks! I really appreciate the positive feedback.

[@jade007z]

Finally one video with All my questions answered! instead of seeing like 20 videos You are Awesome! Thank you for this! 👏👏👏

[@erichkohl9317]

The first adventure I ever took into these OptiPlex machines was a couple years ago when I bought a 780 for about $100, added an additional 4 GB of RAM and threw in a GT 730 graphics card. Put Linux on it and it's still running. (I know a GT 730 isn't all that great, but it plays old compatible Steam games decently enough.)

[@jabencalas2174]

I’ve watched almost all of your videos on the Optiplexes multiple times, and they gave me the confidence to make my own budget gaming build. Thank you very much for the hard work you put into your videos!

[@TheGameBench]

Glad I could help! And there are more on the way.

[@LordShockwave9]

Thanks man! I was going to pick up an Optiplex to turn into an Emulation PC and this guide came in real handy!

[@peterharband326]

Nice overview. One of the best I've seen. Thanks bro.

[@TheGameBench]

Thanks! I really appreciate it.

[@nathannewman8254]

Thanks, helped me buy my first entry level gaming pc.

[@TheGameBench]

Glad I could help!

[@Lurkatron]

Just what I've been looking for. Excellent

[@XCombatXCarrotX]

definitlly subscribing, as a reseller of these older optiplex systems you did a great job outlining them and the things to look for

[@MIDNIGHTCRAFT355]

Recently bought a 7020 with an i5 for $10

[@IPlayKindred]

U lucky son of a human

[@skootles1]

This incredibly informative video helped cement my choice of a 9020 I7-4770 for my first build- a video editing machine without spending the big bucks. I wanted something I could use to eventually make a new system out of, minus the motherboard, ram and chipset. The opti appears to have the most user friendly case and most upgradeable system of all the older computers. Thanks game bench guy!

[@TheGameBench]

Glad I could help!

[@ThomasTheTankEngine22]

FINALLY SOMEBODY WHO GOES IN-DEPTH AND EXPLAINS EACH SYSTEM NOT JUST THE CARD

[@tonymartinez4552]

i really payed attention this time and this vid clarified A TON

[@glenncurtis6037]

Thanks for making this vid. I learned a lot.

[@TheGameBench]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching it.

[@TOSStarTrek]

Looking to make a DVR for my TV and this looks like a perfect option.

[@WellBeSerious12]

An ITX PC, 'Android box', HTPC, or 'Smart TV device' (Amazon Fire TV Stick, others) are better options. Or 'Mini PC'.

[@JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe]

@@WellBeSerious12 full windows is always a better option.

[@SonofaFritzFilms]

I've spent hours researching this subject, and yours explained more than any of that time and other videos. Thanks so much!

[@TheGameBench]

You're welcome! Glad I could help.

[@SonofaFritzFilms]

The Game Bench and I appreciate your more recent videos on the subject! Watching em now, thanks again for all the info. Got a new sub!

[@TheGameBench]

@@SonofaFritzFilms Thanks! I really appreciate it!

[@captain0blivious]

So glad I found this video. I got a 7020, want to upgrade it but am so lost about everything. This was a nice, calm and thorough video that really helps me feel more confident about messing with the insides.

[@TheGameBench]

I'm happy that you found it useful. Thanks for watching.

[@sameershah-ye9qc]

This guy is legit awesome 👌😍. He does the explanation way better than others. This is a hard working man..

[@nathanmilnthorpe11]

Subscribed for the Sheer Research you Put into your Information :-) Absolutely Fantastic informative Guide right here!

[@TheGameBench]

Thanks! I really appreciate it. Glad it all really paid off.

[@hearliam]

love the bloopers, great video mate, your honesty is what sold me, i was going to buy one of these systems, but re-thinking my options, I subbed as well, great work.

[@EscoTech]

Great video! I'm actually guilty of making videos on this exact subject and not giving enough technical details. You did a great job of giving a large amount of info without being too wordy. Keep it up, I love seeing these systems get a new life!

[@TheGameBench]

Thanks! I just stumbled into these. I've generally been about building new systems, but I've really enjoyed converting these, and flipping them.

[@fooferbob9230]

I have always ignored the other videos for just the reason you cited. Thanks for this guide. It is just what I needed to advise my broke ass friends who want a entry-level game pc.

[@TheGameBench]

Haha! That's awesome! I'm glad it was useful.

[@TimRoseOfficial]

Great channel and video my friend! Way to go hitting almost 850! Keep it up! 👊

[@TheGameBench]

Thanks, I really appreciate it.

[@domain46311]

Thank you very much man...We need more guys like you on KZbin you got my sub!

[@emilemeyer5547]

Proper Information, LOVE IT . Thanks bro this was super helpful 👍🏽

[@phiksit]

One point you missed about the 7010/9010's is that it's one of the last systems to support XP drivers. So if you want to run older games you could configure a dual boot to run XP and a newer OS as well.

[@vinniecorleone62]

I didn't realize you changed your channel name until I happened to spot you in the thumbnail or beginning. Good to see you back making content.

[@TheGameBench]

Thanks man. This one took quite a bit of work to get done. Far more than the type of videos I was making. I should be able to streamline things and hopefully get them up more often. I saw your update and I hope things are starting to get better for you.

[@vinniecorleone62]

@@TheGameBench Thanks, major life changing things on my end, my back is really bad waiting for surgery & I've lost the use of both legs from it. My wife's younger brother just died who she was very close with & his wife is in very poor health, so we may be raising his kids in Idaho down the road if things don't get better. Because of this I've taken some time away from YT. I love your subtle production values on your video, the various bullet points neatly lined up on the left side of the screen look top notch, terrific job editing & arranging your main points, quite impressive bud.

[@TheGameBench]

Thanks so much man. I used to stress out way too much and now I feel like I'm doing much better even without focusing on trying to be perfect. And man, that kills me to read that. I'm so sorry and I want you to know I'm really pulling for ya'. Sucks that it's come to surgery, but hopefully it can give you back your mobility and quality of life.

[@a-creature4206]

thanks just ordered mine, cant wait!

[@hjpinternet1244]

Thank You ! This info was exactly what i needed 4 years later ! 😊

[@TheGameBench]

Though... if I were to make a new video with recommendations... I'd suggest looking at the HP Z240.

[@hjpinternet1244]

@@TheGameBench Thanks for reaching. will have a look

[@SikhDestroyer]

Only just come across your videos, but enjoying how 'to the point' you are

[@TheGameBench]

Thanks! I really appreciate it.

[@WTBMrGrey]

I just ordered a 9020 since I have watched all your vids now. Thanks for all your advice.

[@TheGameBench]

No problem!

[@thomaschristopher1513]

Thanks so much for this, I went from nearly pushing the button on a SFF 3020 to spending a bit more on a MT 9020. No immediate intention to update the system but I want to keep my options open. Great video!

[@TheGameBench]

Thanks! Always good to have options.

[@BourbonDrinker]

Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you.

[@ChristopherR96]

Hello! Thank you for providing this incredibly informative video. Last night I won a bid on eBay for an Optiplex 7020 for approximately $108 including shipping. The machine does not have neither an HDD or caddy in its case, nor a power cable, and I did not want to begin regretting the purchase at that point. Personally I did not want to interpret these missing components as serious issues, as the machine-according to the seller-had been tested beforehand, and is in virtually mint condition. As for the seller, they are reputable and the auction or purchase is supported with buyer protection. Fortunately I have a spare power cable laying around, but I had been searching on eBay for Optiplex 7010 HDD caddies since this one is missing, although I do hope that I can find a cheap one. The machine is equipped with a proprietary 3.30GHz Intel Core i5-4590 and 8GBs of RAM. It has no dedicated graphics card, and the machine instead uses its integrated graphical hardware. I just wanted to ask you, though, whether or not you personally thought that this purchase at its price point was worth it at all, and whether you thought that any further maintenance would be necessary before operating this machine.

[@TheGameBench]

I've spent as much as $120 on these with a HDD and 8GB of RAM with i5's. I would say you didn't get a bad deal. Adding a HDD is cheap. You could find a 1 to 2TB drive for $20 to $30. I also highly suggest adding a 250GB SSD for about $30 as it really will make it feel like a newer computer. As for the HDD tray, I remove the HDD cage so I can put whatever GPU I want in these, but you can find the trays for pretty cheap on eBay. Also, if you want to add more RAM, another 8GB is about $15. I think it's totally worth it. If you're gaming, you can toss a dedicated card in there and with all these upgrades, have spent under $300 for a decent gaming computer. You can run up to a 1060 off the factory power supply with a SATA to PCIe adapter. I feel like that's wroth it and to get a similar system with new parts, you'd be looking at a Ryzen 3 1200 and the cheapest it would come in, is almost $600.

[@Marcus_Cordeiro]

Made a great purchase ... Here in Brazil I found an HP ProDesk for 104 dollars without HD and ram, but I had SSD and 16GB ram Here spare. HPs are also good ... But of course there is a lack of a graphics card and a decent font, but still, it's worth it!

[@noneyabizz8337]

Good video. I like the realistic prices, unlike some others.

[@TheGameBench]

Thanks!

[@SEEKJustice1234]

2 mins in and already a great guide for a newbie trying to buy a budget p.c

[@wimpiepieterse1228]

Thank you for you video. I have a 7020 that was hit by lightning. I had it tested, and it's said only the motherboard. I have to choose between a 7020 with I5 and 9020 with I7 and $75 difference in price (I already have the I7 CPU). Your video makes it clear there's not much the 9020 does more so my choice is made. Thank you for clearing up the muddy waters. Incidentally you were also my coach to mod the original 7020 to fit the Nvidia 1080 and your instruction was my masterpiece. Thank you kindly.

[@codybroken]

Thanks for this great comprehensive video! You said the 7020 & 9020 use the Q81 chipset, didn't you mean Q87? BEST EBAY BUYER ADVICE EVER: "...patience...you're going to have to wade through alot of crap to find a good deal..." Soooo true, but with patience, persistence and diligence you can find some epic deals.

[@TheGameBench]

Holy crap! I can't believe I did that. That's a huge typo. Yes, the Q87 chipset. Thanks for pointing that out. And that's so true with eBay. Patience and persistence is the key to getting good deals in eBay.

[@Tech215Studios]

Bro youre the optiplex Guru!!! Jesus!!

[@GreaseLightning02]

This was very helpful. Thank you!

[@williamwhitman6881]

Great video, thank you. Looking forward to checking out your other content.

[@dnix4]

Your literal my favorite person on earth after watching this

[@encycl07pedia-]

You're* literally* Earth* this.*

[@ovjee_1534]

@@encycl07pedia- this isn't a spelling bee

[@encycl07pedia-]

@@ovjee_1534 It's not the Idiot Bee, either.

[@ovjee_1534]

@@encycl07pedia- bro I could hear that in a kindergarten

[@chasbader]

I just picked up 4 different optiplex units for $50 each. Lots of businesses get rid of them because they are out of warranty, but that's not a problem for us, is it?

[@TheGameBench]

*looks up from cracking open a brand new GPU... Damn right!

[@jammygiinger625]

Did you find them on a website or go around to local business asking?

[@chasbader]

@@jammygiinger625 looked for keyboards on craigslist. Saw the computers when I showed up. Asked him how much...

[@datnoob9095]

WHERE DO YOU BIY THEM FROM 😥

[@chasbader]

@@datnoob9095 I picked them up on a very touristy island. Go someplace with lots of hotels and start asking around the local E-cycle shops. All these PCs are now out of warranty so the hotels ditch them ASAP. It's all a business write-off for them so it's our gain. They work great.

[@Catfish2255]

Great insight on today's buying guidelines...You just answered several of my questions...

[@TheGameBench]

Awesome! So glad you found it helpful.

[@savingmoneyunapologetically]

I just found your channel! Thank you so much for sharing. It taught me the difference between the opti-plex models I was considering. I am planning on trying to start a plex server and a few old pc games I like to play nothing to fancy.

[@TheGameBench]

As long as you're not planning on having a lot of transcoding streams, it will be more than enough.

[@savingmoneyunapologetically]

@@TheGameBench Hi I am not sure what that is just yet! I am new to the Plex stuff I am just learning. Thanks

[@heyrellic]

tried this experiment a couple of months ago, i went to a local news paper business that were throwing away Optiplex 990 machines with an i7 2600. I bought a 430W PSU and an RX480 from Craigslist for $70, bought a new 256GB SSD for like $25, and 2 additional 4GB sticks of DDR3 ram for 16GB total, and bam; gaming PC. It was a fun project. I gave it to my nephew as he'll get much more use out of it than I ever will though.

[@TheGameBench]

Yep, I will say that the 2600 and the 3770 are the exceptions to the older systems. Especially when they're throwing them away. When I first started doing this, I was doing it with the intention to flip them, but I've been having a lot of fun doing it. It also keep me from building new builds that I don't need. Almost every one of them I've sold were to kids as their first gaming computers. It's pretty fun.

[@MrSecondchancebro]

Playing BL3 on an i7 2600 1050ti no need to buy a psu, plug and play baby.

[@TheGameBench]

Yep, I have an HP G1 600 SFF under my workbench. I put a 4690 in it with a 1050 Ti. Thing doesn't pull more than 180 watts at max load.

[@heyrellic]

I was inspired once more. Got myself a 1050Ti today for $40 which require no power cable, lets see where this will take me

[@williamkeltner5119]

After almost giving up on my 9020 conversion I just wish someone could have mentioned that Netframe with several additions must be installed on Windows to properly install chipset and audio drivers with the 'entry point error'. Damn.

[@infinity2z3r07]

I know it's not really the scope of this video, but older optiplex i3 sffs paired w those wimpy (by modern standards) oem radeon 7570/8570s are actually awesome retro xp machines! $50 out the door and your maxing out Doom 3, Half Life 2, F.E.A.R. etc.

[@TheGameBench]

And I have thought about that as a possible video idea. Hell, the micro could even make a pretty cool DOS gaming/emulation system.

[@TheTalonts]

@@TheGameBench - I'd love to see that. I have 2 uSFF 790s that I'd love to experiment with. I just can't make myself get rid of them, they were too cheap and take up so little room, so I'm waiting to figure out what to do with them. I might grab some dirt cheap mSATA and mSATA to 2.5" adapters to toss in them (less than half the cost of a 2.5" SSD) and go from there.

[@IIIlIIIIlIIIII]

Incredibly informative video. Wish all tech channels were like this. Thank you very much!

[@TheGameBench]

I'm glad you found it useful! Thanks for watching.

[@Mattculli]

Super helpful and help me make a purchase 👍

[@ishe570]

I just want to give a big THANK YOU for this series. This was my first time building a PC. My job gave me an old 3020 with a i5-4590. Mostly everything was easy to install except the GPU. I bought the MSI Radeon RX 570 8 GB after I read a comment on the comments, which led me to remove the HD bracket. This couldn't have been possible without your help. You earned yourself a new subscriber. Thanks again.

[@TheGameBench]

Awesome! I'm glad you found it helpful.

[@ishe570]

@@TheGameBench you're welcome. I'm looking forward to the build episode. I want to pop in an extra HDD at some point and I'm curious to see where I could put it.

[@TheGameBench]

@@ishe570 Well, I put it in the 5.25" bay right below the optical drive and I mount the SSD to the side next to the front fan. I just need to film A-roll and edit and it'll be ready to upload.

[@dustin2867]

hey! how’s ur pc doing? i’m planning on getting a 3020 too, what fps did u get? and was the rx 570 a good gpu?

[@ishe570]

Donut hey, my PC was running well but I ended up selling it for another pc. FPS was a mixed bag depending on the titles. I was able to play Fallen Order at 60 FPS in medium settings but it ran really hot (55C CPU - 62C GPU). It’s capable but you want to make sure to open the lid to allow air to escape.

[@awildumbreon8638]

a bit late, but since i just recently bought a 7020 without ever knowing this video existed. i got mine off of a auction, well 2 from a auction since i payed a bit much for 1 of them, this came with 1 keyboard, 1 mouse and 2 screens. without a HDD or SSD, it costed me 56$, i already had a old pc with LGA 775 so this was a well needed upgrade, the i5 4590 is a decent powerhouse, but i decided to spend 114$ on a used i7 4790, could have gone for a K for a bit more, but got stuck with this thing since i bid a bit high. Anyways, i was using a 1650 OC around 2000mhz core clock on my old pc which was bottlenecking my cpu, Even now this 1650 bottle necks my cpu on forza horizon 4 max everything. but either way i run max on any game i play with 0 fps drops. TLDR dont bother replacing your PSU, just get a 1650 with the money you would save on buying a PSU, its cheaper in the long end and 1080p is all you would be able to play anyways

[@TheGameBench]

Still seems like a decent deal. $170 for a 7020 with a 4790. Best I've gotten those for is about $200. Toss in a 2TB HDD and and 16GB of RAM and you'd be at about that price. Also, I've found that the PSU can even run a GTX 1060.

[@droningandgoing9286]

Yeah same thing I did, just I bought a 9020 and then watched the video.

[@josevalacanikaibau7094]

I've been looking around for someone to provide detailed info on low-budget Dell PC. I've just picked up a Dell 7020 with i7 and 8GB ram with 1TB HDD for $90fj. I've just installed a GT 430 with 2GB ram as that is the only CPU that I could afford as PC parts in Fiji are just daylight robberies and online shopping is not an option here. All I can do is watch these kinds of videos and dream of what parts can help my build "it's free". Thank you for all the info you have provided. Just earned a new subscriber

[@misaelmoravalerio3786]

Absolute best video about optiplex I have seen so far, provided exactly the info I was looking for. Earned a sub! Keep the great work buddy.

[@TheGameBench]

Awesome, thank you!

[@dennisdales7504]

I ditched PC gaming years ago in favour of consoles once HD TVs came out (X-Box360). Too much trouble. Maybe it's time I took a second look...

[@dskillz32]

Way too much trouble but I’ve been trying to get into it here lately using one of these routes

[@thatguywithemail1431]

Dude... I bought an Optiplex 3010 with an i5-3470 and 8 GB DDR3 ram for $60. I added a 240Gb SSD($25), a PCIE extender($5), GTX 770 Windforce ($50), and an EVGA 600w PSU ($40) I have a now have a very capable Gaming PC with almost no effort or money spent. A used XB1 is $200 my new PC performs better and cost me less.

[@TheGameBench]

Nice work. By all means, at $60 I feel like one of the xx10 series are worth it. You certainly can find good deals locally, depending on where you are.

[@RivaldoAldoduapuluhlimajuli]

God dammit man! Here in Indonesia, with i5/i7 3rd Gen, it can go way up to $250 or even $350 due to the processor branding, while the companion components (HDD, PSU, etc) is still working but very trash & low level shit! I wish I can buy these things with that kind of price over there! Because of that, i finally took lower level by catching used G41 LGA775 Motherboard , Core 2 Quad Q9400, 2x4GB DDR3, a 120GB SSD + 1TB used HDD, 450 Watt 80+ PSU, Armageddon Infineon 1000 Case, and used Radeon R7 240 GPU for backup computer & little "casual" gaming rig. Still kickin though, CSGO & Dota still get 60FPS at 720P lowest settings.

[@eddie1421]

Thank you for being you man ! And the quality quality content

[@TheGameBench]

Thanks! I appreciate that!

[@Danni-8890]

This video is awesome! I'm buying a 7020 locally and wanted more info. Thanks!

[@cortana305]

Thank you. Very informative and helpful !

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