Alexander. Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 (edited) I'm already a content creator on YouTube. On the otherhand, I'd like to start streaming and I'm hoping a user here will be able to tell me if my PC has the specs to do it. What streaming platform would you suggest to me? I'm planning on using OBS but is there a better alternative that puts less strain on the performance? Processor - Intel(R) Core (TM) i5-8300H CPU 2.30GHz 2.30 GHz Installed RAM - 8.00GB (7.85GB Usable) System Type - 64-bit operating system, x64 processor Windows 10 Storage - 1TB (1000GB) Pen and Touch - No pen or touch input is available for this display. Edited January 4, 2019 by xXInfectedXx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killamch89 Posted January 5, 2019 Share Posted January 5, 2019 I would need a more detailed spec list with what kind of GPU you have as well. What kind of micrphone do you have for streaming as well as webcam? Do you have a capture card? until you give us a detailed list of what you have, I cannot per say give you a definite yes or no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UleTheVee Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 On 1/4/2019 at 7:43 PM, killamch89 said: I would need a more detailed spec list with what kind of GPU you have as well. What kind of micrphone do you have for streaming as well as webcam? Do you have a capture card? until you give us a detailed list of what you have, I cannot per say give you a definite yes or no. Isn't streaming heavily dependant on the Processor more than anything though? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexander. Posted January 10, 2019 Author Share Posted January 10, 2019 (edited) 6 hours ago, UleTheVee said: Isn't streaming heavily dependant on the Processor more than anything though? I believe it is. On 1/5/2019 at 1:43 AM, killamch89 said: I would need a more detailed spec list with what kind of GPU you have as well. What kind of micrphone do you have for streaming as well as webcam? Do you have a capture card? until you give us a detailed list of what you have, I cannot per say give you a definite yes or no. How do I get the detailed specification list? I can't find it in system properties. I have a built in Webcam and Microphone. I have a Gaming Headset but it doesn't have a Mic. Edited January 10, 2019 by xXInfectedXx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UleTheVee Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 2 hours ago, xXInfectedXx said: I believe it is. How do I get the detailed specification list? I can't find it in system properties. I have a built in Webcam and Microphone. I have a Gaming Headset but it doesn't have a Mic. Get a program called HWInfo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killamch89 Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 10 hours ago, xXInfectedXx said: I believe it is. How do I get the detailed specification list? I can't find it in system properties. I have a built in Webcam and Microphone. I have a Gaming Headset but it doesn't have a Mic. What @UleTheVee said and you will need a condenser microphone for better audio quality during streams when speaking to your audience. Blue Microphones are some of the best on the market - you need to invest in one and make sure to get it with a pop filter and a boom-arm as the original stands are usually garbage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyfire Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 8GB and above RAM can handle the graphics pretty much good way. I have 6 GB on one old PC and OBS works pretty fine on that. I think however it was not that good experience with lack of audio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrik Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 On 1/10/2019 at 8:45 AM, UleTheVee said: Isn't streaming heavily dependant on the Processor more than anything though? it's not always based on the CPU, read this for more information :p https://obsproject.com/forum/threads/streaming-cpu-or-gpu-intensive.8518/#:~:text=So%2C streaming puts heavy strain,of the game your playing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syntax Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 I think the better question is "can I stream AND game on the same PC". A lot of times streaming takes little effort, but gaming on that same machine can lead to performance problems depending on how much you have going on or what game you are playing and the graphic settings in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyfire Posted January 1, 2021 Share Posted January 1, 2021 Streaming is even possible with the i3 based processors too. It's just that I prefer to avoid buying i7 etc for the price issue but internet is the bigger component there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shole Posted January 1, 2021 Share Posted January 1, 2021 What's your internet? It is also heavily based on that. I have a Rog Scar III and can't stream due to my internet being slow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyfire Posted January 1, 2021 Share Posted January 1, 2021 Same. Mine is 1mbps and I can't stream fast enough. It always lags on the stream. But I play just fine. I don't think 1 mbps would lag any modern game. But it would lag the streaming for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
