Question Want surprise kids with new laptop..

[JohnS1993]

Hello Folks. Since my kids love to play minecraft and some other games I want buy them some medium tier laptop.
Foudn this one on aliexpress: www.aliexpress.com/e/_Dm8V9uh
Is it good enough for minecraft, worth money?
Thanks!

 

[COLGeek]

Looks like a refurbished office laptop. Not really a solid gaming platform, even for Minecraft.

What is your budget?

 

[USAFRet]

Mediocre office level laptop.

And that $261.51 price only gets you a single 128GB SSD. Insufficient.

 

[Xanliss]

What is a medium-tier laptop for 200 dollars? It looks like very cheap stuff is offered on Amazon for 200-300 dollars.

Minecraft will require some graphics power and a decent CPU (especially if you use texture packs or mods!). I would suggest a refurbished laptop for 300-400 euros, not less!

And if you want a solid laptop, start at least at 600 dollars—like the MSI Thin 15 with an RTX 4050 (which will be more than enough for Minecraft).

Aim for at least these parts:

• CPU: At least an Intel Core i5 (8th Gen or later) or AMD Ryzen 5.
• GPU: Dedicated graphics like GTX 1050/1650 or RTX 3050 for better performance.
• RAM: 8 GB minimum (16 GB preferred).
• Storage: SSD (256GB+).

 

[JovialBound]

Hey there! That laptop seems like a decent option for Minecraft, especially if your kids are just playing casually. Minecraft doesn’t need a super high-end machine, but it’s good to check if it meets the recommended requirements. Look for at least 8GB of RAM, a dedicated GPU (even a basic one like GTX 1650 is great), and a good processor like an Intel i5 or Ryzen 5.

Before buying on AliExpress, make sure to read reviews about the seller and check the warranty/return policy. Sometimes local stores or brands offer better deals and support. Hope this helps, and happy gaming to your kids!