Alienware Steam Console vs Cybertron PC

[TheGreatSimulator]

Okay everyone, I seriously need an opinion here as I am going to be purchasing one or the other in a week but I am looking to transition into gaming through my computer and wonder for American Truck Simulator is it better to get a Steam Machine (if so which one) or a Cybertronic PC 8gb RAM, quad core, 3.8ghz??

Also with Alienware can I use a computer monitor or is it better using a TV

[TheGreatSimulator]

Alienware Steam Machine vs Gaming PC

Okay everyone, I seriously need an opinion here as I am going to be purchasing one or the other in a week but I am looking to transition into gaming through my computer and wonder for American Truck Simulator is it better to get a Steam Machine (if so which one) or a Cybertronic PC 8gb RAM, quad core, 3.8ghz??

Also with Alienware can I use a computer monitor or is it better using a TV

[cSg|mc-Hotsauce]

try asking here... http://steamcommunity.com/discussions/forum/11/

[SundownKid]

None of the above, get one of these instead.

https://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=100019096%20601190701%20601190702%20600537061%20600537062%20600565426%20601202908%2050001146%2050001312%2050001315%2050010418%204814%2050012150%2050010772%20601206068&IsNodeId=1&bop=And&Order=PRICE&PageSize=36

Better to use a computer monitor for computers but you can use a TV if you wish, it just needs a HDMI cable.

[landmass]

just build a box buddy. don't rush into it. go to pcpartpicker and look at completed builds. go to reddit buildapc and look at completed builds. you could build a mini-itx that would outperform any steam machine at a fraction of the cost as well as load it with better parts than a prebuilt, allowing both superior console-like tv play and pc periphal exclusive play

budget is the biggest factor obviously but for the cost of a decent steam machine you can build a box that's way better

[TheGreatSimulator]

So computer monitor definitely?

[TheGreatSimulator]

My budget doesn't allow that to build a computer

[Fjordland]

It's cheaper to build it yourself

[TheGreatSimulator]

Yeah but I don't have the knowledge to do so

[[LTT] LinusFTW]

Originally posted by Joesmote0311:

Yeah but I don't have the knowledge to do so

Watch build guides on YouTube, some of the best are made by LinusTechTips.

[TheGreatSimulator]

Thanks I appreciate it

[[LTT] LinusFTW]

Originally posted by Joesmote0311:

Thanks I appreciate it

Also choose your parts by using this https://pcpartpicker.com/list/ , once you've got a list post it on here and I'll give some feedback on it and change anything if required.

[TheGreatSimulator]

Thanks I'll do it now

How is this cheaper lol

[TheGreatSimulator]

Originally posted by LTT LinusFTW:

Originally posted by Joesmote0311:

Thanks I appreciate it

Also choose your parts by using this https://pcpartpicker.com/list/ , once you've got a list post it on here and I'll give some feedback on it and change anything if required.

Alright I finally have a build list together with the help from a fellow YouTuber I have five choices:

Choice 1:
AMD A8-7670L 3.6ghz Quad Core
Biostar Hi-Fi A70U3F Motherboard
GTX 950 or R7360 Graphics Card
G.Skill Sniper 8GB RAM
Seagate Barracuda 1TB HDD
Apex TX-381 Case
Cost to Build 450-590 (Amazon)
Cost to Build 430-500 (after looking at pcpartbuilder)

Choice 2:
AMD A8-7850K 3.7ghz Quad Core
Biostar Hi-Fi A70U3F Motherboard
G. Skill Sniper 8GB RAM
GTX 950 or R7360 Graphics Card
Seagate Barracuda 1TB HDD
Corsair Carbide Spec M2
EVGA 430W 80+ PSU Power Supply
Cost to Build 450-615 (Amazon)
Cost to Build 420-520 (after looking at pcpartpicker)

Choice 3:
AMD Athlon x4 880K 4ghz Multi Core
Biostar Hi-Fi A70U3F Motherboard
Kingston HyperX Fury 8GB RAM
WD Caviar Black HHD 1TB
EVGA GTX 950 SC 2GB
Corsair Carbide Spec M2 Case
EVGA 500W 80+ PSU Power Supply
Cost to Build 500-600 (Amazon)
Cost to Build 390-550 (After looking at pcpartpicker)

Choice 4:
Intel Core i3 6100 3.7ghz Dual Core
ASRock H110M-HDV Motherboard
Corsair Value Select DDR4 RAM
Seagate Barracude 1TB
Zotac GTX 950AMP 2GB Graphics Card
Bifenix Nova Case
XFX XT 500W 80+ Bronze Power Supply
Cost to Build 570 (Amazon)
Price didnt change much after looking at pcpartpicker

Choice 5:
Intel Core i3 7300 4.0 ghz Quad Core
Gigabyte GA-X150M-Plus Motherboard
Ballistix Sport LT 8GB DDR4
WD Blue 1TB HDDf
MSI Gaming Radeon RX470 Graphics Card
Thermaltake Versa H15 Case
EVGA 500W 80+ PSU Power Supply
Cost to Build 640 (Amazon)
Price didnt change much after looking at pcpartpicker

Far as budget is concerned I can float in the middle of the five choices without breaking the bank. I am looking to play at least American Truck Simulator on this so if there is a way I can save money buy buying a different component please let me know :)

[[LTT] LinusFTW]

Choice 5:
Intel Core i3 7300 4.0 ghz Quad Core
Gigabyte GA-X150M-Plus Motherboard
Ballistix Sport LT 8GB DDR4
WD Blue 1TB HDDf
MSI Gaming Radeon RX470 Graphics Card
Thermaltake Versa H15 Case
EVGA 500W 80+ PSU Power Supply

I'd get this one however I'd get a H270 or B250 motherboard because they support Kaby Lake out of the box, with the 100 series chipset you will have to update the BIOS and that takes up a lot of time.

[TheGreatSimulator]

Okay thanks because of the price point I have to do this over a few months. How do I know if these parts are compatible