Systems to Run Guild Wars 2 on a Budget.
Release Date | 2012-08-28 |
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Developer | ArenaNet |
Publisher | NCSOFT |
Engine | Custom |
Pricing Model | Free-To-Play |
Platforms | Mac OS X, Windows |
Guild Wars 2 is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game developed by ArenaNet and published by NCSOFT. Set in the fantasy world of Tyria, the game follows the re-emergence of Destiny's Edge, a disbanded guild dedicated to fighting the Elder Dragons, a Lovecraftian species that has seized control of Tyria in the time since the original Guild Wars. The game takes place in a persistent world with a story that progresses in instanced environments.
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Computer Specs to Look For
If you're conducting your own search, the following specs are the most common in mass-produced PCs capable of running Guild Wars 2 at a basic level:
Compatible Ready-Made Systems
The following Systems meet the minimal system requirements set by Guild Wars 2's developers. So, it should run the game, but you might need to lower visual quality for an enjoyable experience.
Matches are sorted by price, so if what you see doesn't match your expectations and you can afford to pay more, feel free to move on to the next page.

HP 15-inch Laptop (15-dw3088ca)
ranked #2 among Laptops priced under $1000
Despite its humble price tag, this laptop makes a compelling option to handle homework and other everyday tasks.
Thanks to detailed documentation,
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Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
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Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i3-1115G4
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing

Acer Vero 15-inch Eco-Friendly Laptop (AV15-51-55ZQ)
ranked #4 among Laptops priced under $1000
If you're interested in reducing the environmental impact of your digital activities but cannot afford some of the pricier options, this laptop might
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Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
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Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i5-1155G7
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing

Asus VivoBook X515 15-inch Laptop (X515EA-DS59-CA)
ranked #6 among Laptops priced under $1000
This convenient laptop is powerful enough to handle demanding homework as well as other everyday tasks. It manages to be affordable while including al
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Guild Wars 2 |
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Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
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Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i5-1135G7
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
256 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing

AMD 17-inch Laptop (17-cp0007ca)
ranked #3 among Laptops priced under $1000
This large laptop is a compelling computer if you need a computer at home but do not have room to dedicate to a PC. As one of the larger laptops out t
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Guild Wars 2 |
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Who it's For
- Serious Multitasker
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Productivity-Focused User
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Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
17", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U
GPU
AMD Radeon Vega 6 Graphics
Memory
12 GB
Storage
1.25 TB total, Solid State (very fast), 54000 RPM hard drive (slow)
Pricing

Asus ExpertBook P1 15-inch professional laptop (P1510CJA-C71P-CA)
ranked #1 among Laptops priced under $1000
This laptop is a pretty compelling solution for productivity and has a few enterprise-class features.
A few things are missing to make me happy: a
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Guild Wars 2 |
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Who it's For
- Serious Multitasker
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Productivity-Focused User
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Operating System
Windows 10, Pro Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i7-1065G7
GPU
Intel Iris Plus Graphics
Memory
12 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing

Asus TUF Gaming F15 15-inch Laptop (FX506LH-SS51-CB)
ranked #6 among Laptops priced over $1000
This laptop incorporates significantly more graphical horsepower than your run-of-the-mill PC without specializing all the way. As a result, you gain
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Guild Wars 2 |
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Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
- Gamer
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i5-10300H
GPU
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650, 4 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)