Unveiling the Periphio Ember: A Comprehensive Review

Unveiling the Periphio Ember: A Comprehensive Review

Table of Contents

1. 🖥️ Introduction
2. 💡 PC Specifications
   • 💻 Pre-built Configuration
   • 🧠 RAM Upgrade
   • 📦 Price Variation
3. 🎮 Performance Evaluation
   • 🕹️ Games Tested
     • 🌌 Warzone 2.0
     • 🚗 GTA 5
     • ⚔️ Halo Infinite
     • 🔫 Fortnite
     • 🟦 Minecraft
     • 🎭 Other Games
4. 🛠️ Issues Encountered
   • 🔄 Incompatibility with Oculus Quest 2
   • 🔆 RGB Fan Malfunction
   • 🌀 CPU Fan Error
5. 📈 Performance Analysis
   • 📉 Warzone 2.0 Performance
   • 🏙️ GTA 5 Performance
   • 🌟 Halo Infinite Performance
   • 🌌 Fortnite Performance
   • 🧊 Minecraft Performance
6. 🎬 Gameplay Footage Review
   • 🎥 Warzone 2.0 Footage
   • 🎮 Halo Infinite Footage
   • 🔧 Fortnite Footage
   • 🌌 Minecraft Footage
7. 🗣️ Conclusion and Recommendations
   • ✅ Overall Assessment
   • 🤔 Potential Improvements
   • 📝 Final Thoughts
8. 🌟 Highlights
9. ❓ FAQs

Introduction

Hey, what's going on guys! My name is Kryptastic, and welcome back to a brand new video. In today's video, I'm going to be giving you guys a full-on review of my PC. I've had this thing for a little over a year now, and I think now is a great time that I give you guys my review on it.

PC Specifications

Pre-built Configuration

I ordered this PC from Amazon last year. Initially, it came with eight gigabytes of RAM, but I had to buy an extra 16 gigabytes separately. Interestingly, the price has fluctuated over time. It was $170 when I got it, but now it's being sold for $650, with an upgrade to 16 gigabytes of RAM.

RAM Upgrade

The additional RAM significantly boosted its performance, making it suitable for gaming.

Price Variation

The price hike since my purchase reflects the increased demand for gaming PCs.

Performance Evaluation

Games Tested

I conducted performance tests on various games, including Warzone 2.0, GTA 5, Halo Infinite, Fortnite, Minecraft, and others.

Warzone 2.0

The PC struggled with Warzone 2.0, indicating its limitations for demanding games.

GTA 5

GTA 5 ran smoothly on this PC, even on higher graphic settings.

Halo Infinite

Halo Infinite posed some challenges, with laggy gameplay and audio issues.

Fortnite

Fortnite performed decently, especially in performance mode, although it struggled with newer graphics settings.

Minecraft

Minecraft ran exceptionally well after tweaking some settings, showcasing the PC's capability for less demanding games.

Issues Encountered

Incompatibility with Oculus Quest 2

Connecting the Oculus Quest 2 for VR gaming proved futile due to graphics card incompatibility.

RGB Fan Malfunction

The RGB lighting on the rear fan malfunctioned, but it didn't affect the fan's functionality.

CPU Fan Error

The CPU fan occasionally threw errors, causing loud noises, but the issue resolved after a few days.

Performance Analysis

Warzone 2.0 Performance

The PC struggled to run Warzone 2.0 smoothly, indicating its limitations for modern AAA titles.

GTA 5 Performance

GTA 5 performed admirably, demonstrating the PC's capability for older but still demanding games.

Halo Infinite Performance

Halo Infinite experienced lag and audio issues, suggesting the PC's struggle with newer titles.

Fortnite Performance

Fortnite ran decently, particularly in performance mode, but newer graphics settings posed challenges.

Minecraft Performance

Minecraft ran smoothly after adjustments, highlighting the PC's suitability for less demanding titles.

Gameplay Footage Review

I provided gameplay footage for various games, showcasing the PC's performance in action.

Conclusion and Recommendations

Overall, this PC is suitable for less demanding games but struggles with modern AAA titles. Consider upgrading for a better gaming experience.

Highlights

• Decent performance for older games
• Struggles with newer, demanding titles
• Issues with VR compatibility and fan malfunctions

FAQs

1. Q: Can this PC run AAA titles smoothly? A: This PC struggles with modern AAA titles due to its hardware limitations.

2. Q: How's the VR gaming experience on this PC? A: Unfortunately, VR gaming is not feasible due to incompatibility issues with the Oculus Quest 2.

3. Q: Does upgrading RAM improve gaming performance? A: Yes, upgrading RAM significantly boosts gaming performance, especially for multitasking and newer games.

4. Q: How reliable is this PC for casual gaming? A: This PC performs well for casual gaming but may struggle with more demanding titles.

5. Q: What should I do if I encounter CPU fan errors? A: Try cleaning the CPU and fan, and update drivers. If the issue persists, consult technical support.