Assemble Your Starfield PC: 3 Standard Configurations to Enjoy Bethesda's New Masterpiece

Starfield's Metacritic score indicates it's a game worth experiencing. The game boasts an average score of 88 with 50 reviews from various gaming news outlets worldwide. Players who have experienced the game also agree that while the initial phase (about 10-12 hours) may be dull, the gameplay afterward becomes truly engaging and captivating. This article will assist Mytour readers in constructing a suitable setup for Starfield.

Minimum Requirements

Starfield is a game that demands relatively high system specifications and hard drive space. On the author's machine, this game takes up to 117GB and is expected to grow further as Bethesda releases updates to fix bugs. The minimum configuration the author recommends for playing Starfield is as follows:

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel Core i3-12100F (with CPU cooler)
• Graphics Card: AMD RX6600 XT
• RAM: 2x8GB DDR4-3200
• Mainboard: B450M-A chipset (AMD) or B660 (Intel)
• Storage: 1TB M.2 SSD
• Power Supply: 550W

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with this configuration, gamers will have to spend around 12 million VND and can run Starfield relatively smoothly at 1080p. Of course, you'll have to lower the graphics settings of Starfield and may not achieve a stable 60 FPS – even 16GB RAM is just enough for the game. However, the presence of a 1TB M.2 SSD allows gamers to have enough storage capacity for many Starfield mods and install additional games from indie to AAA titles.

One crucial factor to consider when choosing a CPU: the Ryzen 5 3600 chip with 6 cores will perform better when you need to work, such as video rendering. Meanwhile, the Core i3 12100F CPU has only 4 cores, providing significantly better gaming performance but lagging behind in multi-threaded tasks.

Additionally, something you need to know is that AMD currently has a pretty good deal offering Starfield as a bonus with their high-end CPUs and graphics cards. Depending on the product, you'll receive either the standard or Premium edition of Starfield and save on game purchase costs. You can find more details in the image below:

Standard 1440p/4K Setup

When you want to enjoy Starfield comfortably at 1440p or 4K resolution, consider building a PC with this configuration. While its cost is undoubtedly high (around 30 million VND), you can use it for at least 5 years without worrying about obsolescence.

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7600X or Intel Core i5-13600KF. Additional CPU cooler required.
• Graphics Card: NVIDIA RTX 4070Ti or AMD RX 6950XT
• RAM: 2x16GB DDR5-6000
• Mainboard: B650 chipset (AMD) or Z790 (Intel)
• Storage: 1TB M.2 SSD
• Power Supply: 750W

This configuration utilizes mid-range CPUs from the latest generation, along with high-speed DDR5 RAM to ensure long-term satisfaction for gamers. The selected graphics cards are also top-performing products, ensuring smooth Starfield gameplay at high graphic settings. While Starfield doesn't support DLSS3 of the RTX 4070Ti graphics card, modders have intervened to integrate it into the game, and you can download it for free.

For gamers with ample resources and the desire to build a powerhouse PC for the Starfield launch, Mytour presents a reasonable configuration with a cost of around 60 million VND. Of course, this is not the pinnacle as we can allocate additional funds for the case, cooling system, LED lights, etc.

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D or i7 13700K
• Graphics Card: NVIDIA RTX 4090 or AMD RX 7900XTX
• RAM: 2x32GB DDR5-6000
• Mainboard: B650 chipset (AMD) or Z790 (Intel)
• Storage: 2TB M.2 SSD
• Power Supply: 850W

As you can see, the above configuration doesn't feature the most expensive components AMD and Intel produce - we still have the Ryzen 9 7950X3D or Core i9 13900K - but they are significantly more expensive than Mytour's choices, with no significant performance improvement. The components selected by Mytour here form a solid framework, balanced in terms of performance and cost for you to use and upgrade further if desired.

When building a PC with this configuration, it's advisable to equip it with a high-quality 4K monitor to fully utilize the hardware's capabilities. Supplementing with additional fans, AIO cooling, or even custom water cooling is necessary as these components emit a lot of heat. Lastly, if you plan to add tons of LED lights, fans, hard drives, consider upgrading the power supply to 1000W.

Conclusion

With the three PC configurations above, you'll be able to enjoy Starfield - Bethesda's first new franchise in about 25 years, following years of focus on The Elder Scrolls and Fallout. This game promises to be a new haven for modders, contributing to long-term player engagement. Wishing you fantastic adventures in the game world!