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4 reasons a Ryzen APU is the best starting point for budget gamers
PC beginners on a budget should have Ryzen APUs on their radar
PC gaming isn't affordable in the same way as console gaming. There's no standard $500 PC you can pick up that can deliver a great upscaled 4K gaming experience. In most cases, you need to spend a bit more for a lot less performance. However, if you need a budget gaming PC or want to switch from console to PC gaming without spending too much, then an AMD Ryzen APU can be a great starting point, at least for 1080p gaming.
