In the Computer Battle, our test editors Jonas and Calle try to determine which of three ready-made computers from three different retailers is the best. It is not easy to determine, and they are based on several factors, all of which are important to keep in mind. Komplett’s computer was named the most balanced option in terms of components, while Shark Gaming’s computer, with an RTX 4070 and a motherboard that just meets the minimum requirements, was the one that I thought best suited my needs.
It’s not for everyone, but it’s just right for me.
In the big question “do you want to be a little good at a lot or great at a few things?” I usually choose the latter. I’d like to think that I’m pretty simple when it comes to buying, not just hardware, but products in general. I know what I want out of my gadgets and only ask that they be the best at that particular thing, or those things.
When it comes to computers, I want the best possible gaming experience and choose components accordingly. Shark Gaming’s computer, whose graphics card compensates for the mediocre parts, appeals to me the most in this case. I get the best possible gaming performance for the money I cough up. Had I bought that particular computer? No. But I like the idea of prioritizing some components over others. It’s not for everyone, but it’s just right for me.
A 2020 laptop has been Edin’s primary gaming computer for the past few years. If it works, it works!
Now, the Shark Gaming PC is an example, but that’s a setup I’ve applied in my own PC builds, and still don’t feel is wrong. If it then turns out that the crappy power supply I splurged on doesn’t perform as intended, I have the advantage of being able to replace a “cheap” component.
If the cooler I paid 500 kroner for doesn’t measure up, it doesn’t hurt as much as if it were a Noctua NH-D15 G2 for 2000. Do the motherboard’s circuits break due to heavy use? What a relief it wasn’t an expensive motherboard! The graphics card that I specifically wanted and saved up for still works exactly as expected and does its job really well. It also doesn’t feel like a zero sum game, rather some worthy sacrifices.
A flavor for every palette
Marketing researcher Howard Moskowitz said “there is no perfect Pepsi, only perfect Pepsis” when Pepsico asked him to find it perfect the amount of sweetness for Diet Pepsi. It’s a saying that applies to most things in life – including computers.
The beauty of freedom of choice is that there is a flavor for every palette. I’m convinced that many will be satisfied with Komplett’s balanced build, but for me, it’s the Shark Gaming computer’s min-max thinking that best suits my taste. It doesn’t have to be a famous chassis or a top-of-the-line motherboard; as long as the computer does what I expect it to do best – gaming in this case – I’m happy.
Source: www.sweclockers.com
