Are you looking for an inexpensive gaming computer that can easily handle your favorite games? Below, you’ll find six different budget gaming PC builds that will serve you well into 2021 (and beyond).
In this day and age of incredible graphics and extremely demanding video games, you, as a PC gamer, must have a capable gaming computer if you want to play your favorite games in the way they were designed to be played.
And, although some console gamers might tell you that PC gaming is too expensive to get into, the reality is that even if you are working with a tight budget, you can build (or buy) an inexpensive gaming PC that can deliver excellent performance at 1080P resolution in most games.
And, if you’re willing to spend between $700-$800 you can even get a VR-ready gaming computer that is capable of utilizing an Oculus Rift or HTC Vive headset.In this guide, I’ve given you six different budget PC builds that you can use as is, or that you can use as a base to put together your own part list. This will allow you to skip the fine details and get straight to building your new powerful system. These aren’t the best gaming PCs you can build, but for the price their performance is incredible and for the most part, the majority of them will offer a better gaming experience than consoles will.
In the end, you’ll have a plan of action, as well as a number of different components to choose between, and you’ll be well on your way to building a budget-friendly gaming computer desktop that is capable of delivering excellent levels of performance. You’ll also find links to comparable affordable pre-built desktops. So, if you don’t want to build your own system, you can check out the types of desktops you can get for a similar price.
Table of Contents
I. Quick-Look: Best Budget Gaming PCs
II. FAQ: Should You Build A PC?
4. Console-Killing $500 Gaming PC
Quick-Look: Our Top Picks for the Best Budget Gaming PCs
In this section, I’ve taken six different price points ($300, $400, $500, $600, $700, & $800) and I’ve put together budget-friendly gaming PC builds for each budget. These builds can either be used as is, or they can serve as a base that you can customize to your liking.
Each build has a link next to each component that says “SEE PRICE »” and if you click on it it will lead you to that component’s listing on Amazon where you can purchase it. And, if you are looking for a gaming desktop that’s already been assembled, there is also a link that says “PRE-BUILT »” that will take you to similarly-priced pre-built systems.
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*I update these builds about once per week and if the total price is over the price range I have set ($30 threshold) then it’s likely that one (or more) of the components included in the build saw a price increase since I had last updated the build. No worries, though! If you browse for similar components you will likely find something comparable performance-wise that will be more affordable and will bring the price down.
**Due to extreme graphics card supply shortages, it is currently very difficult to find new graphics cards at reasonable prices. As of right now, if you want a new gaming PC, your best bet is to check the used market for a video card, or look at a pre-built gaming PC instead of building your own system.
FAQ: Questions to Ask Before You Build Your Budget PC
If you’re on the fence of whether or not you should build your own budget gaming computer, or you have questions .
1. Is building a gaming PC hard?
However, there are moments that can arise during the building process that can be frustrating. The good news, though, is that there are plenty of guides out there that can help walk you through the building process to minimize the chances of you running into these kinds of problems.
Most builders won’t face too many issues during their first build and even the most tech-challenged individuals could probably get through their own PC build if they are patient enough.
I’ve had 10-year-olds email me to tell me how they have built their own computers, as well as non-tech-savvy parents and even grandparents. So, if they can do it, I bet you can, too.
I’ve also put together a step-by-step guide to help first-time builders through the building process. You can access it here.
2. How much should a budget gaming PC Cost?
Traditionally, you could spend $500 on a budget-friendly gaming PC and have a system that would be able to max out most games on a 1080P display. As of right now, though, the 1080P-killing graphics cards that used to cost ~$150-$200 now cost over $400-$500.
This has made it nearly impossible to build your own budget gaming PC with all new components. However, if you’re willing to search the used component market on ebay or Facebook marketplace, you can purchase slightly older components at much fairer prices and that will allow you to build a decent budget system.
If you want a system that has all brand new parts in it, as of right now, your best bet is to purchase a prebuilt gaming PC. The companies that provide prebuilt systems are able to purchase their components at much more reasonable prices by buying them in bulk. You can check out our recommendations for the best budget prebuilt desktops at each price range in the sections below.
3. Is building your own PC cheaper in 2021?
However, the companies that provide prebuilt gaming desktops have still been able to acquire these components at somewhat normal prices and, as a result, have been able to offer their systems for lower prices than you would currently be able to build those same systems for.
So, while in a normal market, building your own gaming PC would be more affordable, for now (and the forseeable future) it is actually
4. Is a $400 or $500 gaming PC worth it?
You can still do so if you are willing to purchase used components on ebay or in your local online marketplaces (Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist.)
And, for prebuilt systems, there really aren’t a lot of great systems available for $400 to $500. Some of them, however, will be adequate for playing non-demanding games like Rocket League or League of Legends. You can see our recommendations for systems in this price range in the sections below.
5. How do I build a gaming computer for the first time?
6. Should you build a gaming PC or get a console?
Joking aside, there are two sides to this question as well. Yes, I am a diehard PC fan. But one of my favorite video games happens to be Madden. And, up until Madden 2019, Madden wasn’t available on PC. So, if I wanted to play Madden in the past, I also had to have an XBox One. (Yes, that’s right, I have a console…)
Or, if you wanted to play a game like Red Dead Redemption 2 at launch, you would have needed a console to play it. If you’re a baseball fan and you want to play MLB The Show, your only option is to get a PlayStation.
So, before you go out and build a new budget gaming computer, you need to make sure that you understand that certain games aren’t available on PC. But, at the same time, what you lose on a console, you gain on a PC. There are also plenty of games that are exclusive to PC, like, for instance, League of Legends (also one of my favorite games.)
And, overall, the in-game experience on a PC is better than it is on a console. That’s simply because on the PC you can play with better visuals, more detailed graphics, and smoother gameplay. And, of course, on average, PC games tend to be cheaper (Steam) and there are also a lot more of them. (Although, with the launch of the PS5, the gap between platforms is closing. Check out our guide PC vs PS5: Which is Better for Gaming? to learn more.)
So, while a console will cost you less upfront (unless you go with a really inexpensive PC), if you buy a lot of games, in the long run, a PC will win out. Ultimately, though, if you’re like me, you just get both and enjoy the best of both worlds. Problem solved.
1. Powerful $800 Gaming PC (VR-READY)
What if I told you that for ~$800 you could build a computer that could serve as a solid 1080P or 1440P gaming machine? Or, that could support the Oculus Rift?
That’s what this $800 gaming computer brings to the table. Thanks to an Intel Core i5-11400 CPU, an AMD RX 5600 XT video card, and 16GB of DDR4 RAM, this budget PC build is capable of playing most games on a 1440P 60Hz monitor at medium-to-higher settings with acceptable frame rates. And, if you want to jump into the world of Virtual-Reality gaming, this build meets the requirements to run an Oculus Rift or HTC Vive as well.
And, of course, if you just want to play on a 1080P monitor, this budget system will easily be able to handle that as benchmarks for the RX 5600 XT show that it can handle 1080P gaming incredibly well. In fact, pairing this build with a cheap 144Hz gaming monitor would make for a great gaming PC for PUBG, Fortnite, Apex Legends, or any other highly-competitive game.
The build also includes a 480GB SSD, which will offer superior read/write speeds and boot times over traditional mechanical hard drives. You also get a 650W power supply that will handle any upgrades or additions you might want to make in the future. And, while you can choose any case that suits your personal preferences, we’ve included a decent tempered glass case.
Ultimately, for just $800 this budget build can easily handle 1080P gaming, will serve well for 1440P gaming, and can even run games on a 4K monitor on mediumish settings.
*URGENT: Due to global supply shortages, graphics cards are currently hard to find and much more expensive than they normally are. This has driven up the cost of building your own computer. At this point in time, we recommend opting for a prebuilt desktop (see our recommendation below) or looking for a used graphics card on ebay or in your local classified ads (Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist) to keep your costs down.
Part List for $800 PC Build
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| CPU | Intel Core i5-10400f | |
| MOBO | Gigabyte B460M | |
| GPU | PowerColor RX 5600 XT | |
| RAM | OLOy 16GB | |
| SSD | ADATA 480GB | |
| CASE | AeroCool Cylon | |
| PSU | Cooler Master 650W | |
| ODD | Install O.S. from USB | |
| OS | Windows 10 |
Grand Total: $770-$830
*Component prices fluctuate daily. Click here to check current pricing.
**Price includes the components that make up the tower only. You’ll need an operating system and Windows 10 costs ~$100 for an activation key. However, you can still install Windows 10 for free and it will work indefinitely without activating it with no problems—there will just be a watermark at the bottom left of your desktop asking you to activate it.
2. $700 VR-Ready Gaming PC
A lot of people love to brag about their $3,000 water-cooled systems and the ridiculous frame rates they get while playing their favorite games. If you have the money to go all out on a high-end gaming rig, then, by all means, do so. (I personally love seeing how far a system can be pushed!)
However, if you’re looking to get a new budget computer that is capable of giving you a really high-end gaming experience, you could easily achieve that with $700 of quality computer parts.
With an Intel Core i3-10100 CPU and an RX 5600 XT GPU, this is a budget PC that is, believe it or not, capable of functioning as an entry-level 4K gaming system (it can run non-demanding games on a 4K monitor). The processor/graphics card combination will even meet the required specifications for running the Oculus Rift or HTC Vive—so virtual reality is also doable with this setup.
This $700 gaming PC also comes with 16GB of DDR4 RAM and a nice-looking micro-ATX case with RGB fans. This isn’t the greatest case in the world, but for right at $60, you get a nice case with decent airflow, plenty of room, and nice aesthetics, too. For storage, you also get a 480GB solid state drive. Not only will the SSD help your boot times and game load times, but with 480GB of storage, you should have plenty of space to store all of your games and files. And, for the power supply, the 650W unit will give you plenty of power to make upgrades or additions in the future.
Overall, this budget build will offer ideal performance in 1080p gaming, or on a 1080P 144Hz, monitor, and decent performance in 1440P gaming, and it is one of the best budget-friendly computers for gaming you can build for $700 in 2021. Below is the part list we recommend:
*URGENT: Due to global supply shortages, graphics cards are currently hard to find and much more expensive than they normally are. This has driven up the cost of building your own computer. At this point in time, we recommend opting for a prebuilt desktop (see our recommendation below) or looking for a used graphics card on ebay or in your local classified ads (Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist) to keep your costs down.
Part List for $700 PC Build
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| CPU | Intel Core i3-10100f | |
| MOBO | Gigabyte B460M | |
| GPU | PowerColor RX 5600 XT | |
| RAM | OLOy 16GB | |
| SSD | ADATA 480GB | |
| CASE | AeroCool Cylon | |
| PSU | Cooler Master 650W | |
| ODD | Install O.S. from USB | |
| OS | Windows 10 |
Grand Total: $670-$730
*Component prices fluctuate daily. Click here to check current pricing.
**Price includes the components that make up the tower only. You’ll need an operating system and Windows 10 costs ~$100 for an activation key. However, you can still install Windows 10 for free and it will work indefinitely without activating it with no problems—there will just be a watermark at the bottom left of your desktop asking you to activate it.
3. A Solid $600 Gaming PC Build
If you didn’t think you could get a powerful gaming computer for under ~$600, you might want to think again
In fact, for right around $600, you can throw together a solid gaming desktop that will max out any game on the market on a 1080p monitor as well as a system that will even be able to handle most games on a 1440p 60Hz monitor (although, you wouldn’t be able to play more demanding games on some of the best 1440P 144Hz monitors with this setup) as well. And, for popular games like Valorant, Fortnite, or Apex Legends, this computer will be able to handle them with ease.
And, with an Intel Core i3-10100 CPU, an RX 5500 XT 8GB graphics card, and 16GB of memory, this $600 gaming computer build is actually capable of running an Oculus Rift or HTC Vive! (You could also opt for an NVIDIA GTX 1660 graphics card here instead of the RX 5500 XT, but the GTX 1660 is currently a bit more difficult to find.) This build also comes with a 480GB SSD, so you should have plenty of storage and you’ll get faster boot times.
If you’re not into building your own system, though, you can check similarly-priced pre-built gaming computers by following the “SHOP PRE-BUILTS” link below. The bottom line, though, is that this system is a really good budget gaming PC for the money and it will easily last you through 2021 and beyond.
*URGENT: Due to global supply shortages, graphics cards are currently hard to find and much more expensive than they normally are. This has driven up the cost of building your own computer. At this point in time, we recommend opting for a prebuilt desktop (see our recommendation below) or looking for a used graphics card on ebay or in your local classified ads (Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist) to keep your costs down.
Part List for $600 PC Build
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| CPU | Intel Core i3-10100f | |
| MOBO | Gigabyte B460M | |
| GPU | XFX RX 5500 XT | |
| RAM | OLOy 16GB | |
| SSD | ADATA 480GB | |
| CASE | AeroCool Cylon | |
| PSU | Gigabyte 650W | |
| ODD | Install O.S. from USB | |
| OS | Windows 10 |
Grand Total: $570-$630
*Component prices fluctuate daily. Click here to check current pricing.
**Price includes the components that make up the tower only. You’ll need an operating system and Windows 10 costs ~$100 for an activation key. However, you can still install Windows 10 for free and it will work indefinitely without activating it with no problems—there will just be a watermark at the bottom left of your desktop asking you to activate it.
4. Good Starter Gaming PC for $500
For those of you looking to spend a little bit more money, you can come away with a truly powerful gaming computer at a very affordable price. At $500 this next budget computer build will present you with unbelievable performance.
These parts are literally capable of producing an experience on par with some of the big custom PC builder’s $1,000+ pre-assembled gaming desktops.
Thanks to an Intel Core i3-10100 processor, an RX 580 graphics card, and 8GB of DDR4 RAM, the cheap $500 gaming PC build listed below can max out pretty much any game on a budget 1080p monitor, as well as play non-demanding games at 1440p on medium-to-high settings. (For an NVIDIA alternative to the GTX 1650 Super, an RX 580 would be your best bet.)
This system also comes with a 480GB SSD. And, you get a 500W power supply, which should allow you to jump up to a higher-end video card in the future with no problems.
Overall, this budget build is a good starter gaming computer for anyone looking to get into PC gaming or anyone who is looking for an affordable gaming PC in general and it will offer a gaming experience that exceeds any popular console (PS4, PS4 Pro, and XBox One.)
*URGENT: Due to global supply shortages, graphics cards are currently hard to find and much more expensive than they normally are. This has driven up the cost of building your own computer. At this point in time, we recommend opting for a prebuilt desktop (see our recommendation below) or looking for a used graphics card on ebay or in your local classified ads (Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist) to keep your costs down.
Part List for $500 PC Build
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| CPU | Intel Core i3-10100f | |
| MOBO | Gigabyte B460M | |
| GPU | MSI GTX 1650 Super | |
| RAM | Patriot Signature 8GB | |
| SSD | ADATA 480GB | |
| CASE | Zalman T6 | |
| PSU | Gigabyte 650W | |
| ODD | Install O.S. from USB | |
| OS | Windows 10 |
Grand Total: $470-$530
*Component prices fluctuate daily. Click here to check current pricing.
**Price includes the components that make up the tower only. You’ll need an operating system and Windows 10 costs ~$100 for an activation key. However, you can still install Windows 10 for free and it will work indefinitely without activating it with no problems—there will just be a watermark at the bottom left of your desktop asking you to activate it.
5. $400 Ultra Budget Gaming Desktop
If you were looking to buy a decent system from the big computer assemblers, you would expect to pay at least $700. However, you don’t need to spend $700 in order to get a gaming computer that will deliver a good experience.
In fact, for right around $400, you can build a budget system that will allow you to play games like Rocket League, League of Legends, Dota 2, and Fortnite on higher settings at 1080P resolution.
And, by building it yourself, you can avoid having to deal with the low-quality power supplies and motherboards that the big computer companies like to throw in their builds, or getting stuck with a cheap gaming laptop.
This $400 PC build comes with an Intel Core i3-10100 processor, 8GB of DDR4 memory, an RX 550 graphics card, a 500W power supply, and a cool-looking mid tower case. The larger power supply and the roomier case will make upgrading this budget-friendly gaming PC a lot easier in the future.
Ultimately, the desktop PC build listed below is based on my research on the best parts available for a $400 gaming computer. We recommend the following parts for a $400 budget:
*URGENT: Due to global supply shortages, graphics cards are currently hard to find and much more expensive than they normally are. This has driven up the cost of building your own computer. At this point in time, we recommend opting for a prebuilt desktop (see our recommendation below) or looking for a used graphics card on ebay or in your local classified ads (Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist) to keep your costs down.
Part List for $400 PC Build
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| CPU | Intel Core i3-10100f | |
| MOBO | Gigabyte B460M | |
| GPU | XFX RX 550 4GB | |
| RAM | Patriot Signature 8GB | |
| SSD | PNY 240GB | |
| CASE | Zalman T6 | |
| PSU | Gigabyte 650W | |
| ODD | Install O.S. from USB | |
| OS | Windows 10 |
Grand Total: $370-$430
*Component prices fluctuate daily. Click here to check current pricing.
**Price includes the components that make up the tower only. You’ll need an operating system and Windows 10 costs ~$100 for an activation key. However, you can still install Windows 10 for free and it will work indefinitely without activating it with no problems—there will just be a watermark at the bottom left of your desktop asking you to activate it.
6. Entry-Level $300 System
For gamers or students who are headed back to school who are working with an extremely tight budget, it is possible to throw together a gaming computer for under $300. The downside of putting together such a low-end system is that you’ll be stuck with integrated graphics.
However, the upside of this build is that with just an upgrade to the CPU and an upgrade to the video card you will have a very powerful budget gaming PC.
But, even as is, with the AMD Ryzen 3 3200G and its integrated Vega graphics, and 8GB of DDR4 RAM, this budget build is capable of handling most games at 1080P resolution on lower-to-medium settings. And, it easily meets the recommended specs for non-demanding games like League of Legends, Dota 2, and Rocket League.
So, if you are severely strapped for cash now, but you want something that will let you play your favorite games on lower-to-medium settings (and, in some case, higher) and will also let you upgrade to a high-end system later on down the road, then this is probably one of the best budget-friendly gaming PCs you can build for the price.
*URGENT: Due to global supply shortages, graphics cards are currently hard to find and much more expensive than they normally are. This has driven up the cost of building your own computer. At this point in time, we recommend opting for a prebuilt desktop (see our recommendation below) or looking for a used graphics card on ebay or in your local classified ads (Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist) to keep your costs down.
Part List for $300 PC Build
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen 3 3200G | |
| MOBO | ASUS A320M | |
| RAM | Patriot Viper 8GB | |
| SSD | PNY 240GB | |
| CASE | Zalman T6 | |
| PSU | Gigabyte 650W | |
| ODD | Install O.S. from USB | |
| OS | Windows 10 |
Grand Total: $270-$330
*Component prices fluctuate daily. Click here to check current pricing.
**Price includes the components that make up the tower only. You’ll need an operating system and Windows 10 costs ~$100 for an activation key. However, you can still install Windows 10 for free and it will work indefinitely without activating it with no problems—there will just be a watermark at the bottom left of your desktop asking you to activate it.
Need help with your part list? Leave your questions below!
Andrew Wright says
Hi Brent,
Firstly thanks for all the work you have put into this site. Very informative.
I went ahead with a value build $800 / VR Ready and chose to use a Radeon RX 5700 XT as the graphics card (left over from another project) in this, expecting I would be able to run a VR headset. Looks like the Quest headset connected over PC Link via the USB 3.0, but this port seemed insufficient to charge the headset. So I looked into a PCIe x1 cards with UBS 3, and Type-C, but it looks like the graphics card in this motherboard covers all 3 PCIe slots, so no further expansion is available.
I would be interested to see your thoughts on a motherboard to replace with this Gigabyte H410M S2H Micro ATX LGA1200 Motherboard in the build with something sporting at least a type C with more modern USB standards and/or thunderbolt 3/4
Cheers,
Andrew
Josh says
Do any of these builds come with Windows or do we have to purchase it separately?
Paul Adamo says
Hello,
I have googled and found way too much information on the subject and yeah, I so love / hate google at this time. I came across your website because you do exactly what I am trying to.
I have mechanical skills and can follow specs and guides, but technically only minimally capable.
In short, I have recently won an auction bid that involves almost two pallets of server equipment. Aside from the obvious functionality of it, powering up etc. Are there are specific components you think I could gut from it in order to Frankenstein a VR capable computer?
I appreciate any insight that you can share.
Jack says
What’s the specs? I mean on the AMD side the rx480 can run vr, on nvidia I’m pretty sure a 960 will run VR. I mean you could probably do it but it depends on whatever’s in there.
James says
Which one of these is the cheapest that I could run rocket league AT 144hz?
Charles Dreher says
I’m looking for a desk top pc that will play microsoft fltsim 2020. IDEAL SPECS. I’m not a gamer so I’m not interested in fancy flashing lights,etc. Can you build it for me or do you have one already made?I have a keyboard and mouse, also yoke, rudder peddles, throttle quadrant, monitor. Please advise.
Jack says
At what resolution and at what fps?
I play flight sim on both of my computers and they run fine.
The lower specced one has a 3700x (could be subbed for a 5600x) (, a 2080 super (you could sub this with a 3060 or 3060ti), 16 gb of 3200 mhz RAM, an h115i (model of this doesn’t really matter as the only differences between them are the degrees of RGB it has) (or noctua nh-d15 or nh-d15-s if air cooling is your choice), 750 w psu, and a decent motherboard (I’m using the x570 taichi but that seems a little bit much). Storage should be at least a 150 gig ssd space for jus this game as it’s a bit of a chonker.
Ant says
Question: Can I put the pc together with everything but the gaming GPU and it still work as just a regular desktop until I can afford it?
Asking for a friend. I’m not poor.
big man says
can i run roblox on the 300$ one
can i run red gud in need new compo0tr
Jordan Jones says
Hello,
I bought a PC off of PC specialist a year ago and it has served me well enough, however I have noticed it runs slower than I need for both gaming and my University work. I was wondering if there are any tips you have on upgrading or improving my rig you can impart on me, my rig specs are below.
Case CORSAIR CRYSTAL SERIES 460X RGB GAMING CASE
Processor (CPU) AMD A6-6400K Dual Core APU (4.1GHz) & Radeon™ HD 8470D Graphics
Motherboard ASUS® A68HM PLUS FM2+ (M-ATX, DDR3, USB 3.0, 6Gb/s)
Memory (RAM) 8GB Corsair DDR3 1600MHz (1 x 8GB)
Graphics Card 2GB NVIDIA GEFORCE GT 1030 – DVI, HDMI
1st Storage Drive 1TB SEAGATE BARRACUDA SATA-III 3.5″ HDD, 6GB/s, 7200RPM, 32MB CACHE
2nd Storage Drive 1TB SEAGATE BARRACUDA SATA-III 3.5″ HDD, 6GB/s, 7200RPM, 32MB CACHE
DVD/BLU-RAY Drive NOT REQUIRED
Power Supply CORSAIR 450W VS SERIES™ VS-450 POWER SUPPLY
Power Cable 1 x 1 Metre UK Power Cable (Kettle Lead)
Processor Cooling CoolerMaster MasterLiquid Lite 120 High Performance Liquid Cooler
Thermal Paste COOLER MASTER MASTERGEL MAKER THERMAL COMPOUND
LED Lighting 50cm UV LED Strip
Extra Case Fans 2x 120mm Black Case Fan (configured to extract from rear/roof)
Change to: NONE
Sound Card Asus Xonar DG 5.1 SoundCard & Headphone AMP (Award Winner)
Wireless Network Card WIRELESS 802.11N 300Mbps/2.4GHz PCI-E CARD
USB/Thunderbolt Options 4 x USB 2.0 PORTS @ BACK PANEL (MIN 2 FRONT PORTS) AS STANDARD
Operating System Genuine Windows 10 Professional 64 Bit – inc. Single Licence
Operating System Language United Kingdom – English Language
Jack says
cpu defintely needs to be better, the 1030 is kind of…outdated. I mean its only 3 time as powerful as a intel integrated graphics so… a 1050 ti or a 1060 would do you better, If you can get your hands on a 1660 or 1660 super go with that. You’ll also need a 500w psu, and a new motherboard for that new cpu (amd ryzen 3600x or 3600 works just fine). DDR4 RAM is reccomended just 8gb should be fine but 16 gb would be better.
Jake says
Most of the GPU’s are more expensive than the listed total price
Allen says
The absolute cheapest price that I could find all the parts listed from the “$400 PC” was $876.93… the gpu plus windows 10 alone was over $400. Is there a way to actually build a decent PC on $400?
Noah makinen says
The power color for the $700 dollar build is unavailable. What would be a good replacement?
Faizan says
Hey is there a 3 hundred dollar build with a ok graphics card for like valorant or roblox and is there any 300 dollars build with i5 or ryzen 5 ?
RIck says
You could look into older, used parts, like a AMD Radeon r9 270x GPU. It’s still a decent card. It won’t be able to play many new games at ultra settings but for E-Sports type games, it’ll run fine.
As for i5/ryzen 5 under $300? The CPU and the GPU will pretty much eat that budget up.
If you already have a tower, HDD, (compatible) motherboard and RAM, you might be able to squeeze it in
that budget.
That’s my plan soon. I have an older gaming build. I’m going to replace the GPU, CPU, Motherboard but all of the other parts will be reused for the cheapest route.
Avi Schultz says
I would like to be able to build a PC with proper storage and running capacity for gaming and streaming, but I don’t have a very big budget, maybe from $200-400. Is this still possible to do even on my low budget? I would need at least 16 GB RAM, enough storage to run several games and plug-ins, and enough power to run smoothly and comfortably. I’m sorry if these questions are dumb, I’ve never built a PC before and I don’t know much about how computers work. I would also need to have money for accessories like a webcam, mic, monitors, a keyboard, the whole nine yards. I don’t have much money and this might be impossible to do, but I’m willing to try and figure this out if anyone can help me. Thank you!
Chris says
Hey, I am a 13 yr with about 200$ a year is there a way you could maybe build me one and I pay you as much money as I was able to accumulate. Or will I have to wait 5 years to build a good gameing computer?
Milo says
Is a Powercolor amd Radeon RX 550 4GB Red Dragon graphics card good enough
Eevee Halcomb says
I would like to be able to build a PC with proper storage and running capacity for gaming and streaming, but I don’t have a very big budget, maybe from $200-400. Is this still possible to do even on my low budget? I would need at least 16 GB RAM, enough storage to run several games and plug-ins, and enough power to run smoothly and comfortably. I’m sorry if these questions are dumb, I’ve never built a PC before and I don’t know much about how computers work. I would also need to have money for accessories like a webcam, mic, monitors, a keyboard, the whole nine yards. I don’t have much money and this might be impossible to do, but I’m willing to try and figure this out if anyone can help me. Thank you!
Jacob N Leonard says
itd be $400 for a decent graphics card alone. Im having trouble finding high end builds below $2000