{"title":"Gaming PCs","description":"\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":9,\"w\":556,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":9}'\u003eShop Gaming PCs — Custom-Built Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":49,\"w\":556,\"h\":97,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":49}'\u003eBrowse our full range of \u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":163,\"y\":49,\"w\":77,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":163,\"abs_y\":49}'\u003egaming PCs\u003c\/strong\u003e, including powerful custom-built gaming desktops designed to handle modern AAA titles, esports games and streaming. Every gaming PC combines a fast processor, dedicated graphics card, plenty of RAM and proper cooling — giving you smooth gameplay at high settings without thermal throttling. Available with fast UK delivery and clear specifications on every listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":163,\"w\":556,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":163}'\u003eWhat Makes a Great Gaming PC?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":206,\"w\":556,\"h\":156,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":206}'\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":206,\"w\":516,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":206}'\u003e\n\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":206,\"w\":201,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":206}'\u003eDedicated graphics card (GPU)\u003c\/strong\u003e — NVIDIA GeForce RTX\/GTX or AMD Radeon RX, the single most important part for gaming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":246,\"w\":516,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":246}'\u003e\n\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":246,\"w\":126,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":246}'\u003ePowerful processor\u003c\/strong\u003e — Intel Core i5\/i7 or AMD Ryzen 5\/7 for modern games\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":265,\"w\":516,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":265}'\u003e\n\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":265,\"w\":81,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":265}'\u003e16GB+ RAM\u003c\/strong\u003e — 16GB is the modern minimum; 32GB is recommended for streaming and AAA gaming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":304,\"w\":516,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":304}'\u003e\n\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":304,\"w\":109,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":304}'\u003eFast SSD storage\u003c\/strong\u003e — NVMe SSDs cut game loading times dramatically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":324,\"w\":516,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":324}'\u003e\n\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":324,\"w\":109,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":324}'\u003eEffective cooling\u003c\/strong\u003e — Multiple case fans and airflow to keep performance consistent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":343,\"w\":516,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":343}'\u003e\n\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":343,\"w\":217,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":343}'\u003eTempered glass and RGB lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e — Showcase the build with modern aesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":377,\"w\":556,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":377}'\u003eHow to Choose the Right Gaming PC\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":420,\"w\":556,\"h\":195,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":420}'\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":420,\"w\":516,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":420}'\u003e\n\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":420,\"w\":428,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":420}'\u003eCasual \/ esports gaming (Fortnite, Valorant, CS2, Rocket League):\u003c\/strong\u003e Core i5 or Ryzen 5, RTX 3050\/4050, 16GB RAM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":460,\"w\":516,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":460}'\u003e\n\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":460,\"w\":304,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":460}'\u003eMid-range AAA gaming (1080p high settings):\u003c\/strong\u003e Core i5\/i7 or Ryzen 5\/7, RTX 4060, 16GB RAM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":499,\"w\":516,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":499}'\u003e\n\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":499,\"w\":272,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":499}'\u003eHigh-end gaming (1440p \/ max settings):\u003c\/strong\u003e Core i7 or Ryzen 7, RTX 4070+, 32GB RAM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":538,\"w\":516,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":538}'\u003e\n\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":538,\"w\":221,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":538}'\u003eTop-tier \/ streaming \/ 4K gaming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Core i9 or Ryzen 9, RTX 4080\/4090, 32GB+ RAM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":577,\"w\":516,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":577}'\u003e\n\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":577,\"w\":109,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":577}'\u003eFuture-proofing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32GB RAM and a 1TB+ NVMe SSD will keep your build relevant for years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":630,\"w\":556,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":630}'\u003eCustom-Built vs Pre-Built — What's the Difference?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":670,\"w\":556,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":670}'\u003eA \u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":24,\"y\":670,\"w\":159,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":24,\"abs_y\":670}'\u003ecustom-built gaming PC\u003c\/strong\u003e is assembled from individually selected components rather than coming off a brand production line. This gives you better value, better cooling and easier upgrades down the line. Our custom builds are assembled and tested in-house, so you get the performance of a high-end PC without the markup of big-name pre-builts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":765,\"w\":556,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":765}'\u003eWhy Buy from Us?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":808,\"w\":556,\"h\":97,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":808}'\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":808,\"w\":516,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":808}'\u003eCustom-built gaming PCs assembled and tested in-house\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":828,\"w\":516,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":828}'\u003eClear specifications including GPU, RAM, cooling and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":847,\"w\":516,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":847}'\u003eQuality components from trusted brands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":867,\"w\":516,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":867}'\u003eFast UK dispatch with tracked delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":886,\"w\":516,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":886}'\u003eFriendly support if you need help choosing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":920,\"w\":556,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":920}'\u003eAlso Browse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":960,\"w\":556,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":960}'\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-in-one-pcs\" bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":960,\"w\":90,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":960}'\u003eAll-in-One PCs\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/desktop-towers\" bis_size='{\"x\":113,\"y\":960,\"w\":97,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":113,\"abs_y\":960}'\u003eDesktop Towers\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mini-pcs\" bis_size='{\"x\":221,\"y\":960,\"w\":53,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":221,\"abs_y\":960}'\u003eMini PCs\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/laptops\" bis_size='{\"x\":285,\"y\":960,\"w\":101,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":285,\"abs_y\":960}'\u003eGaming Laptops\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":995,\"w\":556,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":995}'\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":1035,\"w\":556,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":1035}'\u003eWhat is the best gaming PC to buy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":1069,\"w\":556,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":1069}'\u003eThe best gaming PC depends on your budget and the games you play. For esports titles like Valorant and CS2, a mid-range build with an RTX 4050 or 4060 is plenty. For modern AAA games at high settings, look at an RTX 4060 or 4070. For 1440p or 4K gaming, you'll want an RTX 4070 Ti or higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":1163,\"w\":556,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":1163}'\u003eHow much should I spend on a gaming PC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":1197,\"w\":556,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":1197}'\u003eEntry-level gaming PCs start around £500–£700 for solid 1080p performance. Mid-range gaming PCs sit at £800–£1,300 and handle modern AAA games at high settings. High-end gaming PCs range from £1,500 to £3,000+ for 1440p and 4K gaming. For most gamers, £800–£1,200 hits the sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":1291,\"w\":556,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":1291}'\u003eIs a custom-built gaming PC better than a pre-built one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":1325,\"w\":556,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":1325}'\u003eCustom-built PCs typically offer better value, better cooling and easier upgrades than mass-produced pre-builts. You get higher-quality individual components for the same price, and the build is tailored to performance rather than profit margins. The main advantage of big-brand pre-builts is the brand-name warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":1419,\"w\":556,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":1419}'\u003eWhat GPU do I need for gaming?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":1452,\"w\":556,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":1452}'\u003eFor 1080p casual gaming, an RTX 3050 or 4050 is enough. For 1080p high settings on modern AAA games, the RTX 4060 is the recommended choice. For 1440p gaming, an RTX 4070 or higher. For 4K, look at RTX 4080 or 4090. The GPU is the single most important component for gaming performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":1547,\"w\":556,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":1547}'\u003eHow much RAM do I need for gaming in 2026?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":1580,\"w\":556,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":1580}'\u003e16GB RAM is the modern minimum and handles all current games comfortably. 32GB is recommended if you stream, run multiple apps while gaming, or play heavily modded games. 8GB is no longer enough for new AAA titles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":1655,\"w\":556,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":1655}'\u003eShould I buy a gaming PC or a gaming laptop?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":1688,\"w\":556,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":1688}'\u003eA gaming PC gives you more performance for the same money, better cooling, easier upgrades and a longer lifespan. A gaming laptop is the right choice if you need portability. If you'll be gaming mostly at the same desk, a gaming PC is almost always the better investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":1783,\"w\":556,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":1783}'\u003eCan I upgrade my gaming PC later?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":11,\"y\":1816,\"w\":556,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":11,\"abs_y\":1816}'\u003eYes — that's one of the biggest advantages of a desktop. You can upgrade the graphics card, add more RAM, increase storage, or even swap the processor (depending on motherboard compatibility) as your needs grow. This means a good gaming PC can stay relevant for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/6612\/9223\/collections\/Ryzen_5_PC.webp?v=1779447257","url":"https:\/\/pccustomizer.com\/collections\/gaming-pcs.oembed","provider":"Pccustomizer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}