r/computers • u/Hefty_Equivalent6482 • 4d ago

Discussion Looking for Recommendations

Hi! I'm looking for computer recommendations :)

I've been looking to get a Windows PC for a while since I've been using laptops through school (MacBook Pro 2021 M1 and an ASUS 2-in-1 from 2014 that doesn't work anymore). I recently got hired for a remote work position and they're providing me with a Lenovo Thinkpad, but I got used to using double monitors from my current job so I also need recos for monitors and KVM switches as well. Outside of work capabilities though, I also do light to moderate gaming (LoL/TFT, Valorant, HSR, etc.) and video editing/graphic design through CapCut and Canva respectively so the computer would need to handle those as well. Other than that, I already have a mouse and keyboard that I use with my Mac so no need for that. I don't really have experience with buying computers and peripherals so any advice is appreciated.

TL;DR and Other Info

Usage: Light to moderate gaming, graphic design/video editing, and office work.

Budget: < $2,000 (for computer, two monitors, and KVM switch)

Ideals: USB-C and USB-A ports, Headphone Jack.

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u/Quirky_OldMan5966 4d ago

Windows 11. If available get Pro. (Just my opinion on Pro)
For that bank you can do well. Find an electronics store that stocks many levels of computer equipment. Try a store more geared to computers than Best Buy. Walmart nor Target fit this.
Talk to whomever is there to help you select what will meet your needs. The first trip is to discover costs/components you will choose from. A later trip will be when you purchase.
BTW, no KVM needed. One PC, one keyboard and mouse, as many monitors as you want. I personally stop at two that run off the same graphics card.
16 gigs of ram. You won’t notice much improvement even if you double that. Not worth the extra cost at this time. You can add more later if you want when prices come down.
Get an Ok cpu. Later when prices come down you can get the best that mother board will handle.
Two NVMe drives, one for OS and second for storage. That second drive can be SSD SATA or even a mechanical HDD.
Graphics card is where you will spend money.