How Much Does It Cost to Build a PC for Unity vs Unreal in 2024?
Links to all the Builds: https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/user/raje...
Unreal System Specifications: https://dev.epicgames.com/documentati...
Unity System Specifications:
https://docs.unity3d.com/Manual/syste...
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:29 - Best Tool to use for Building Computer from Scratch
01:40 - Unreal Engine System Requirements
02:23 - Specs of computer used by Epic
03:13 - My recommendation for under $2000
04:07 - Why does Unreal require this much Power?
05:52 - Unity System Requirements
06:23 - My Recommendation for under $900
07:28 - How does Unity Performe well with Low end Hardware?
07:50 - C# and Garbage Collection
08:39 - What is Garbage Collection?
09:10 - Verdict
In this video, we break down the real cost of building a PC for game development, whether you choose Unity or Unreal Engine. We explore different levels of PC builds, to give you a clear idea of what to expect at each budget. We’ll also show you some tools like PCPartPicker to help plan your build based on the components that suit your development needs.
While Unreal Engine is known for its cutting-edge graphics and AAA-quality capabilities, it comes with high-end hardware requirements that can push your budget higher. On the other hand, Unity provides excellent performance on much more affordable, lower-end setups, making it a great choice for beginners or those working with limited resources.
Key Topics Covered:
The hardware requirements for both Unity and Unreal Engine at different tiers.
Building a low-cost PC for Unity game development.
What it takes to build a high-end PC for Unreal Engine’s advanced features like Nanite and Lumen.
The impact of C# scripting and garbage collection on Unity's performance and accessibility.
Why Unity might be the better choice if you're just getting started in game development and how you can later level up to Unreal.
If you're looking to dive into game development but aren't sure which engine to use or how much to invest in your PC build, this video is for you. Learn how to optimize your system, based on your budget, for whichever engine you choose!