GPU and CPU are not lost!Gaming PC Super Introduction to Beginners

Now the gaming PC is hot!As the way of enjoying games, such as live games and e -sports, changes rapidly and spreads, not only smartphone games and console game consoles (SWICTH and PS), but also "I want to enjoy more hot games on PCs!"It seems that the number of people is increasing.The interest in the "gaming PC" specializing in games is increasingly excited.

However, gaming PCs have too many types and manufacturers, and the explanations are too complicated and some people are interested but uneasy.

Therefore, with the cooperation of the author "Tonerin" of the blog "PC Free Book", which is easy to understand and transmitted information about gaming PCs, the basic knowledge of gaming PCs for beginners as of December 2021.I will explain in an easy -to -understand manner.

The contents introduced this time are all about desktop -type gaming PCs, and the details may be different from the notebook type.

In another article, we also produced 3 recommended magaming PCs as of December 2021.Please refer to this as well.

What is a gaming PC?

In the first place, let's check what "gaming PC" is.A gaming PC is a Windows PC that focuses on playing the game comfortably.

The main feature is that it has a high -performanceCPU and GPU, but it is basically an ordinary PC except for that point.

Because it is an ordinary Windows PC, it can be used for gathering and sending information on hobbies other than games.It can also be used for video editing, CG production, and game production, taking advantage of powerfulCPUs and GPUs.

Advantages of gaming PC

Gaming PCs have the following advantages than home console game consoles.

・ Hardware expandability: You can improve the game environment according to your budget.Console game consoles such as Switch and PS5 remain the same performance no matter who they buy, but the more money they spend, the more they can improve the beauty and operability of the display."Multi -display", which connects multiple difficult displays with console game consoles, is also easy on a PC.You can also choose various keyboards and mice.

・ Various and unique overseas games and indie games: Game distribution services such as “STEAM” include a lot of games created by unknown manufacturers and individuals as well as major manufacturers.These games are very unique or inexpensive, and there are excellent works.

・ Game live distribution: It is common for high -performance gaming PCs to be used because high specifications are required to live in heavy games using 3D graphics.With multi -display conversion and the versatility of software, it makes it easier to build a comfortable distribution environment.

・ Esports: A PC is also needed to participate in e -sports that are showing the worldwide excitement.Esport's major title "League of Legend" and "Valorant" are not distributed on PS or Switch only for PCs.

・ A wide variety of software: Windows PCs can be used for business use by web browsing and office software, and in the case of gaming PCs, it can be used for high -resolution image editing and video editing using powerful GPUs andCPUs.It is also strength.

・ Software expandability: Finally, for some advanced users, there is a “mod” in the PC game world.Console game consoles are basically not possible to remodel the game you bought.On the other hand, in the world of PC games, many software that extend and strengthen games created by Mod users are distributed.It is not available in all games, but sometimes the manufacturer recommends MOD, and MOD may create a unique game.

Gaming PC selection 5 points

1.GPU / Grabo

Recent games use beautiful 3D graphics a lot.At that time, the leading role is the "GPU (graphics processing unit)".The screen resolution (fineness) and the number of rewriting of the screen are increasing, and the performance of the GPU greatly affects the comfort of the game because it is stably processed.

The GPU is divided into "built -in GPU", which is mainly built into theCPU, and "external GPU", which is separated from theCPU.The built -in GPU has a lower performance compared to the external GPU, and an external GPU is required when playing a game using the definite 3D graphics comfortably.

The PC parts equipped with this external GPU are called "grabo (abbreviation for graphics boards; other videos cards)".

The typical screen resolution is named as follows.・ 720p / HD: 1280 × 720 dots ・ 1080p / FHD: 1920 × 1080 dots ・ 2K / WQHD: 2560 × 1440 dots ・ 4K / QFHD: 3840 × 2160 dots

1080p / FHD is the most common resolution at present and has the same resolution as Blu -ray Disc, so it can be said that it is beautiful enough as a video.However, WQHD and 4K will be more beautiful images.

Another important factor is a frame rate (the number of times to rewrite the screen in one second), which is spoken in units called FPS (Frames Per second).Rewrite the screen 30 times per second for 30fps, and 60 fps 60 times per second.

In action games, the higher the FPS, the more detailed movements can be confirmed, so it is especially important in interpersonal competition games.When playing a 3D action game, it is not impossible to play with 30fps, but it is a guide that can be played comfortably with 60fps or more.

If it is 60fps or more, the monitor (liquid crystal display) is also important.The monitor has a design called refresh rate (number of rewriting of the screen), and it will not be reflected in the actual video unless this value corresponds to FPS.

The refresh rate of a general monitor is about 60Hz (60 times per second), but 60Hz will be displayed up to 60fps.On the other hand, the refresh rate of general gaming monitors is 144 Hz (144 times per second).Some inexpensive gaming monitors are less than 144Hz, so check them out at the time of purchase.

In addition, the low frame rate is said to be one of the causes of "3D sickness".

If the performance of the GPU is limited, it is recommended to reduce the resolution and increase the frame rate.If you use an expensive and high -performance GPU, you can achieve 60fps or more in 4K, but if the performance is low, even if the resolution is dropped to 1080p or less, it may not reach 60fps.As a gaming PC, the average of about 60 fps is a minimum number of gaming PCs.

In fact, not only the performance of the GPU, but also which game you play is important, and the same FPS has a great deal of load on the GPU depending on the game.In addition, it depends on the image quality setting in the game, and FPS can be mentioned by reducing the image quality.

In addition, depending on the performance ofCPU and memory, the most important factor is the GPU.

If you look at the recommended GPUs of typical games, it is described as follows.

Grand Seep Auto: Trilogy: Determined Edition ": NVIDIA GEFORCE GTX 970 4GB / AMD RADEON RX 570 4GB" Epex Legendens ": NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970, AMD RADEON R9 290" VALORANT ": GeForce GT 730, RADEON R9 290" Valorant ""League of Legend": NVIDIA: GeForce 560, AMD: Radeon HD 6950, Intel: Intel: Intel UHD Graphics 630 (built -in), VRAM 2GB

"NVIDIA" and "AMD" are manufacturers, and "GeForce" and "Radeon" are GPU brand names.The GPU mounted on Grabo is divided into NVIDIA GeForce series and AMD Radeon series.

Here, let's look at the names and generations of each GPU.If you know this, you can guess the performance by name alone.

GeForce is divided by generations below (excerpted recent ones).・ GTX 7xx system 2013-2014 GTX 750, 750Ti, 760, 770, 780Ti, etc..・ GTX 9xx system 2014-2015 GTX 950, 960, 980, 980Ti, etc..・ GTX 10XX system 2016-2018 GTX 1050, 1050Ti, 1060, 1070Ti, 1080Ti, ETC.・ GTX 16XX system 2019-2020 GTX 1650, 1650 SUPER, 1660 SUPER, 1660Ti, 1660 Ti, etc..・ RTX 20XX Series 2018 -RTX 2060, 2060 SUPER, 2070, 2070 SUPER, 2080, 2080 SUPER, 2080 TI, etc..・ RTX 30xx system 2020 -RTX 3060, 3060Ti, 3070, 3080, 3090, etc..

The lower double -digit means 50 and 60 for middle range, 70 is high -class, 80 and 90 means a rough position within the same generation as the high end, and it is a reinforced version when SUPER or TI is attached.

The model attached to RTX is equipped with a core dedicated to late -racing support, enhancing the performance for the applicable technology.It also supports the technology to improve high quality and frame rate using AI called "DLSS".

Until the 10 series, there was a low -end GT X10 to X30.As the generations progress, there is a tendency to show that the performance that is comparable to one of the previous generations above the previous generation.

For example, the recommended GPU of the manufacturer of "Epex Legends" is RTX 970 or more, so it is considered that GTX 1060 can be used.

Radeon is divided by generations below (excerpted recent ones).・ RX 200 Series 2013-2014 R7 240, R9 280, R9 290, etc..・ RX 300 Series 2014-2015 R7 360, R9 370X, R9 390, etc..・ RX 400 Series 2016-2017 RX 460, 470, RX 500 Series 2017-2018 RX 550, 560, 580, 590 ・ RX VEGA 2017-2019 RX VEGA56, VEGA 64, etc..・ RX 5000 Series 2019-2020 RX 5500, 5500 XT, 5600, 5600 XT, 5700 XT, etc..・ RX 6000 Series 2020 -RX 6600, 6600 XT, 6700 XT, 6800 XT, 6900 XT

Radeon's lower two or lower three digits appear to be products that correspond to a similar number of GeForce.Radeon also has a dedicated core for real -time ray tracing from the RX 6000 series, but as of 2021, the performance at the time of late racing has been slightly delayed to the same class GeForce.

As an aside, "Intel UHD GRAPHICS" on the recommended GPU of League of Legend is a GPU built into the IntelCPU.CPU built -in GPUs have been said to be low function and cannot be used for 3D games, but in recent years's built -in GPUs have been improved, and even in e -sports such as "Fort Knight", "Valorant", "League of Legend".Popular lightweight games are now being played.

Latest GPU comparison table (production: PC free book)

2.CPU

In terms of human beings, theCPU (central processing unit) is in charge of the brain, which is also in charge of thinking, judgment and calculation.The more expensive, the higher the performance, the same as the GPU, and the heavy processing games require a high -performanceCPU.However, recentCPUs are basically high, so if you just play games, the middle range is sufficient.In the past,CPU performance was most important in PCs, but GPU performance is more important in modern 3D games and VR.

However, in the following cases, the performance of theCPU is also important.

・ If the GPU is very high (if the GPU gaming performance is lower than that of GPU, the performance of the GPU may not be maximized) ・ If the software other than the game is used simultaneously (audio chat or calling.Software, distribution software for game commentary, etc.)

In these cases, you need more high -performanceCPUs and more memory.

If you look at the recommendedCPU for each game, it is described as follows.

"Final Fantasy XV": Intel Core i7-3770 (3).4GHz or higher), AMD FX-8350 (4).0GHz or more) "Fort Knight": Core i5-7300U 3.5 GHz "Back 4 BLOOD": Intel Core i5-8400 (2).8 GHz) or amd ryzen 7-1800X (3.6 GHz) "Furry 6": Intel i7-7700 (3).6GHz) or more, amd ryzen 5-3600X (3.8 GHz) "Resident Evil Village": Intel Core i7-8700, AMD Ryzen 5-3600

"Intel" and "AMD" are the manufacturer name, "Core" and "Ryzen" are the brand names of theCPU, and the larger the number, the higher the rank (high performance)CPU."3770" behind "Core i7-3770" means model number.There are many model numbers in the same Core i7, but you don't have to learn them all.

Here, we will tell you the basic knowledge so that you can imagine the performance from the brand name, rank, and model number.

PCCPU is mainly divided into Intel's "Core" system and AMD's "Ryzen" system.

The Core system is ranked as follows depending on the name ・ Core i9 high -end ・ Core i7 high class ・ Core i5 Middle Range ・ Core i3 entry level

The Core system has the first generation released in 2008 to the 12th generation in 2021, and the performance is improving as the generation progresses.

The Core -based generation has no first letter of the model number, and two letters can be determined (exception).Core i7-4790 is the 4th generation, Core i7-8700 is the 8th generation, Core i7-11700 is the 11th generation, and the Core i7-12700K is the 12th generation.

In the gaming PC, Core i5 or higher is used, and Core i7 or higher is ideal.

However, the newerCPU, the better the performance.In particular, the change in generations with the rise in the core can greatly improve performance.The 8th and 12th generations have increased the number of cores compared to the previous generation, resulting in great improvement in performance.

The AMD Ryzen system is divided as follows to support Core.・ Ryzen 9 High End ・ Ryzen 7 High Class ・ Ryzen 5 Middle Range ・ Ryzen 3 Entry Level

The recommendedCPU may be written as "AMD FX", which is an oldCPU brand before Ryzen.

The Ryzen series appears in 2017, Ryzen 7-1800X is the first generation, Ryzen 7-2700X is the second generation, the Ryzen 7-3700X is the third generation, and the Ryzen-5800X is the fourth generation.

The announcement year of Core and Ryzen is as follows.The back of the generation is a development code name.・ February 2017 Ryzen 1st generation SUMMIT RIDGE announcement ・ September 2017 Core i 8th generation COFFEE LAKE announcement ・ April 2018 Ryzen 2nd generation Pinnacle RIDGE announcement ・ May 2019 3rd generation Matisse announcement ・ 2020April Core I 10 Generation COMMET LAKE announcement, October 2020 Ryzen 4th generation VERMEER announced, March 2021 Core i 11th generation Rocket Lake announcement, October 2021 Core i 12th generation ALDER LAKE announcement

AMD has rapidly increased its share due to performance and cost performance since 2017, when Ryzen was released, but Intel has been developed since 2018.Until the 11th generation, there was no major progress.However, the 12th generation, which was announced in October 2021, achieved dramatically improved performance and exceeded Ryzen in terms of performance.However, Ryzen may be more advantageous for power consumption.AMD is planning the fifth generation of Ryzen in 2022.

LatestCPU comparison table (production: PC free book)

3.memory

Memory is used to operate the game program in the PC.In humans, it is equivalent to the storage area of the brain, and the unit is GB (gigabytes).

Many games with 3D graphics recommend 8GB of memory.In addition, we recommend 16GB or more for heavy -scale games, such as "Battlefield 2042", "Furry 6", and "Resident Evil Village".

However, even if the recommended memory capacity is 8GB, I would like to recommend at least 16GB or more if possible.

If you are playing a game or a live game with Discord at the same time as playing the game, you need more memory.If you play live in a game that needs 8GB, you want to have a 16GB memory, and if you play live in a 16GB -required game, you want to have a memory from 24GB to 32GB.

Depending on the game, it is "recommended dual channel".Generally, there are two or four memory slots on the desktop PC, but if you insert the same capacity / same standard memory in two pieces, the performance will be slightly improved by synchronizing two memory.。

8GB will be equipped with a memory with a 4GB x 2 and 16GB configuration of 8GB x 2.General gaming PCs generally have this configuration, but when expanding, it is necessary to increase it by two.

Currently, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB of desktop PCs currently available in the market can be equipped with 32GB x 4 with a maximum of 128GB.

4.Storage (SSD / HDD)

Storage is a place to save the installed game.Unlike memory, the information you remember will not disappear even if you turn off the power.There is also a "external memory", and it is not a brain, but a book or notebook.

Currently, there are two types of PC storage, SSD (solid state drive) and HDD (hard disk drive).The SSD is made of semiconductor flash memory, and the reading and writing are very fast, but the price per GB is high.A 500GB to 1TB capacity is often used, but 250GB and 2TB are also sold.1TB (terabite) is about 1000 times that of 1GB.Software and files that are frequently accessed, including OS and games, are basically stored in high -speed SSDs.

There are multiple types of SSDs in shape and connection method.

Shape: M.2, Connection: PCIE4.0 NVME latest extended card type SSD.The most expensive at the highest speed now.

Shape: M.2, Connection: PCIE3.0 NVME extended card type SSD.High speed enough.

Shape: 2.5 inches, connection: SSD that can be exchanged for SATAHDD.It is faster than HDD, but slower than NVME connection.

The HDD (hard disk drive) is a device that is memorized by the rotating magnetic disk, which is slower to read and write than SSD, but the unit price per GB is cheaper.The one with a capacity of about 2TB to 4TB is often used.1TB and 6TB HDDs are also on sale.Frequently used files are stored on the HDD to save SSD capacity.

Ideally, SSDs and HDDs are as fast as possible and have as large as possible.If the storage is fast, the start of the game and switching the scene will be faster and comfortable.However, the faster it grows, the higher the price.

In addition, the storage capacity required for one game tends to increase.The League of Legend, released in 2009, is 16GB, but the 2020 release "Epex Legends" requires 56GB.In addition, the Battlefield 2042, released in 2021, requires 100GB, and 150GB for "Microsoft Flight Simulator Game of the Year Edition".In addition, there is a possibility that the capacity will increase further due to updates.

Therefore, the 500GB SSD will quickly run out of space.If you want to play a fine 3D graphic game, we recommend that you install SSDs of 1TB or more.

SSD and HDD have an external type, so you can easily add USB connection.However, the external SSD is not as fast as the NVMe connection at the same speed as the SATA.

5.power supply

GPU andCPU are more power consumption.The performance of the power supply unit is also important to supply the necessary power stably.

The power supply can be supplied, such as 500W (watt), 650W, and 1000W, and the larger the number, the higher the price.Many of the power supply units are certified by the "80Plus" standard, which occupies the efficiency of the power supply.

80Plus authentication type (conversion efficiency is AC115V) ・ Standard: 80%・ Bronze: 82%to 85%・ Silver: 85%to 88%・ Gold: 87%to 90%・ Platinum: 89%to 92%・ Titanium: 90%to 94%

Even with the same 500W power supply, Standard (80%) can be supplied with 400W, and if Titanium (90%to 94%) can be supplied 450W to 470W.Actually, even if the authentication level such as the number of W and the "BRONZE" or "GOLD" is the same, the quality and price are quite varied, and it cannot be said unconditionally, but let's know as a guide.

6.Other elements

Recent PC games are mainly downloaded and sold, and many of the gaming PCs currently sold do not have optical drives (DVD and Blu-ray drive).

To download a game or play online, you need an Internet connection.The ideal is a method of contracting a fixed optical line and connecting a wired cable with an Ethernet cable.When using Wi-Fi (wireless LAN), a Wi-Fi function is also required on the gaming PC side.

Many desktop-type gaming PCs omit the Wi-Fi function.Choose according to your internet environment.

If you need an optical drive or a Wi-Fi function, you can use an external USB connection, but Wi-Fi is safer from the beginning.

■ About Windows 11

Windows 11 was offered in the fall of 2021.Many games seem to work on Windows 11, but there are not many games that are officially compatible with Windows 11.

Also, when Windows 11 was released, there was a problem that the performance of AMDCPUs would worsen a few percent.This problem has been improved by the distribution of the patch, but it is possible that there are still many problems, and it is likely that various optimization will be performed in the future.

In the future, there will be days when you have to update to Windows 11, but at present Windows 10 is also an active OS, so you will not need to force it to make Widnows 11.

It is very dangerous to continue using Windows 7 and Windows 8 because support is completed and there is no security update.Windows 8.1 will continue with extension support until January 2023, but you should transfer to Windows 10 or higher as soon as possible.

■ Welcome to the swamp of the gaming PC!

This is the point of the selection of parts required to select the latest gaming PC.The world of the PC is very deep, and when I remember "I want something better" and "I want to have a more interesting experience", it takes endless money and time, but it is fun and it is fun and goes into the swamp.I have not stopped leaving for a long time.

Aim for a better game life and get a perfect gaming PC for you.

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