r/EmulationOnPC • u/AnyAcanthocephala559 • 2d ago
Unsolved Need Help
I'm trying to get a mini pc just to play PS2 and original Xbox games and I'm not trying to go over $500 as I'm just trying to buy one purely for emulation any recommendations that are good for their price
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u/ThanosReXXX 1d ago
Based on your budget, I'd recommend getting an HP EliteDesk 800 G5 mini PC. Either a Core i5 or Core i7, and then put Batocera on it. That will easily run both PS2 and OG Xbox, and even some PS3 and Xbox 360.
Here's a video on how to set one up, with some game demos at the end, to show you what to expect, performance-wise: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iYka8Ug9TWU
And here's an example of a complete ready to go EliteDesk bundle:
https://www.amazon.com/HP-EliteDesk-800-G5-Business/dp/B0D8YM7MFG/