HP Z2 G4: i7-9700 + RTX 3050 6GB LP, How well CAN IT GAME?

In this video, I build a budget gaming PC using a barebone, outdated HP SFF workstation desktop. I added my own i7-9700, 16GB of dual-channel RAM, a 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD, and an MSI RTX 3050 6GB low profile. How well can it game? Let's find out! My setup gears: Portable monitor: Interhill Q16ZT 16In QHD Mate touch screen https://amzn.to/45SV47U Gaming monitor: MSI G244PE 1080p 180Hz IPS gaming monitor https://amzn.to/4kOiyBn Controller: Dual sense controller Gray Camouflage https://amzn.to/3OvelpW Keyboard: Logitech G515 TKL https://amzn.to/4qr7RpI Mouse: Logitech G304 https://amzn.to/4cepQMm DP to USB C cable https://amzn.to/4qFijK2 PC Parts: MSI RTX 3050 6GB Low profile https://amzn.to/3NsYg4k HP Z2 G4 SFF https://amzn.to/4rVW8jH i7-9700 https://amzn.to/3Nt05yc DDR4 RAM https://amzn.to/41y4frK M.2 NVMe SSD https://amzn.to/411Eznf 0:00 Introduction 0:53 HP Z2 G4 overviews 2:43 Installing PC parts: CPU, RAM, SSD 4:18 Installing MSI RTX 3050 LP 5:16 Final build preview 5:30 CPU & GPU Stress test 6:00 Gameplay Description: In this video, I transform an outdated HP Z2 G4 SFF workstation into a powerful budget gaming PC by installing an Intel Core i7-9700, 16GB of dual-channel RAM, a 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD, and the MSI RTX 3050 6GB Low Profile graphics card. I put this small form factor (SFF) build to the test with real-world gaming benchmarks at 1080p in demanding titles like God of War Ragnarok and Cyberpunk 2077 using Medium settings and DLSS Balance. Watch as I analyze the thermal performance, frame rates, and overall gaming capabilities of this compact workstation to see if it can handle modern AAA games. Whether you are looking for a low-profile GPU upgrade or a budget-friendly SFF gaming PC guide, this video shows exactly how well this HP workstation can game in 2026. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. This means that if you make a purchase through my affiliate links, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.