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PC spec for retrogames (lemm.ee)
submitted 2 years ago by calavera@lemm.ee to c/retrogaming@lemmy.world
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Hi guys, I have been using a Raspberry Pi with Retropie for my emulation for ages. It's used for games up to PS1 and it's fine, but I wanted to upgrade my emulation to play games up to PS3/360. For that I think I need to use a PC right? What's the recommended spec for that use case?

It's gonna be used specifically for emulation hooked up on a TV on my basement and with Retrobat or some system like that

I appreciate your inputs.

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[–] timo_timboo_@lemmy.world 4 points 2 years ago (1 children)

If you are comfortable with building a pc by yourself, you could try to get an older office pc and put a decent graphics card in there.

[–] graymess@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Most emulators rely more on CPU power over GPU though, right?

[–] timo_timboo_@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago

Often times, yes. Doesn't mean that OP has to get one of the very old models. I was thinking of one from the last few years. The reason to go with an office pc is simply that you get a good starting point for a pc, so it's probably cheaper than a full custom build, even if the pc isn't that old yet. Though I also didn't look at current prices either.