Hello Comrades,
Thanks for all your advice about setting up Linux. It was a success. The problem is that I’m now I’m intrigued and I’d like to play around a bit more.
I’m thinking of building a cheap-ish computer but I have a few questions. I’ll split them into separate posts to make things easier. Note: I won’t be installing anything that I can’t get to work on Linux.
Do I need a dedicated graphics card? I’d like to run an HD display as a minimum. (I don’t have a 4k monitor at but I wouldn’t mind upgrading later if I can save up for one.) Mostly, I’ll be streaming or playing videos.
I wouldn’t mind playing some games but is a dedicated GPU needed?
If I should look into a GPU (I can always add it in later), what should I look for? (I’m not really interested in the latest AAA games). I wouldn’t mind playing HOI4 or Victoria 3 as I hear so much about them.
What are your thoughts on second-hand GPUs? This will obviously cut costs but is there anything to watch out for?
That looks great. I think for ease of use this might be perfect. It’s good to hear that someone else has had some luck with this setup.
How much RAM do you have installed with that? And did you go for a special fan for this APU or just a standard fan with maybe an exhaust on the case?
I have 2 8gb 3600mhz sticks (16gb), i’ve never used 100% of ram so going for more is overkill in my use case. My case does have 2 front fans and i do have a dedicated cpu fan but i’m sure the stock amd wraith fan would’ve been enough, still a dedicated fan is a good investment imo.