There’s nothing worse than having no control over the fact that you can’t play your favorite PC games because your computer just isn’t up to par.
To make matters worse, if you’re still under the age of 18, you’re likely living at home with your parents. And, you probably don’t have a job or any source of income because you’re too busy with school work. So, ultimately, there’s just nothing that you, personally, can do in order to get yourself a new gaming computer.
You’re only option is to go to your parents…
However, if you can present a good enough argument to your parents of why you should get a new gaming computer, they might just help you out.
And, if you’re looking for the argument that has the best chance of persuading your Mom and Dad to your side of things, I believe I can help you out…
The One Argument to Rule All Arguments for Convincing Your Parents to Get You a Gaming Computer
First off, don’t take the word “argument” to mean that you’re going to go in and fight with your parents. When I say argument, I mean the presenting of your case.
In order for you to have the best chances of convincing your parents to get you a gaming computer you have to present the reasons why you should have a gaming computer in a mature manner. No kicking, no screaming, and no pouting… You’ve got to get down to business. And, getting down to business means taking things seriously.
In fact, because I’m giving you this argument, you have to promise that you will present it in a mature manner. If you don’t, the gaming Gods will deliver immeasurable amounts of damage to you in the form of huge lag spikes and FPS drops…
Alright, now that we’ve covered the ground rules, here is the amazing argument you’re going to use:
Why is this argument your best chance for getting your parents to help you a get a gaming computer? It’s because your parents care about you… They don’t want you wasting away in front of a computer playing video games for the rest of your life.
They want you to thrive, learn, and grow up to be a valuable member of society… and unfortunately, they don’t see playing video games as a way to accomplish that.
However, the reason why building your own gaming computer might win your parents to your side is because it is something that is actually productive. Computers drive this world and the people who know the most about them generally end up making a good living. And, that’s what your parents want for you… so, naturally, they will be more inclined to get you that gaming computer you’ve dreamed of, if they knew you were taking a serious interest in computers.
Step-By-Step Directions to Presenting Your Case to Your Parents
Alright, I’ve given you the argument. If you can commit to building the system yourself, then you have a much better chance of persuading your parents to getting you your system.
While some of you may already know how to present this case to your parents, I’ve put together a step-by-step guide to help those of you who need a little more assistance in convincing your parents that this would be more than just a gift…
Step 1: Present Your Case
In the first step of presenting your case, you must, in fact, present your case. Tell your parents that you want to build your own gaming computer and tell them why it will be beneficial if you did.
Here are 5 reasons that you can give your parents on why it would be beneficial for your to build your own system:
- Building your own computer will give you knowledge of how a computer works and you’ll be able to use that for the rest of your life
- You can actually save your parents money, because building a computer is cheaper than buying it pre-built
- It will teach you patience, how to follow instructions, and how to complete the task at hand
- You’ll be more appreciative of your computer, since you built it yourself
- With the knowledge of how to build a computer, you may venture off into other related areas… like computer programming (and those guys make a ton of money!)
- The holidays, or your birthday, are right around the corner and it would be a great gift for you
Of course, you might be able to come up with a million more, but you can use these as a start. Remember, the key is to actually prove to your parents that this is a worthy cause and, you must live up to your bargain by presenting your case in a professional and mature manner. That’s the only way it will work.
Step 2: Let Me Help You Out… Send Them to This Page
The good news is that, if they ask you a bunch of technical questions, or they express their doubts that you have what it takes to build a computer on your own, I have already answered all of their questions on the page linked above. So, after you present your case, make sure you show them the page I linked to…
Step 3: Be A Perfect Child!
Most people might tell you to bargain with your parents at this point… They might suggest that you tell them you’ll do the dishes every night for the rest of your life… Or that you’ll get straight A’s this years… Or that you’ll never be mean to your little brother or sister again.
Instead of bargaining with them, just do it! Start doing the dishes without them asking you to. Keep your room clean. Treat your siblings better. Get better grades. Stop playing video games when they tell you to.
Show your parents that you’re mature and responsible! In fact, you should be doing this kind of stuff anyways!
If you do that, your parents will be much more likely to back you in your pursuit to build your own gaming computer.
Step 4: Accept Their Decision and Move On
Even though it does cost less money to build your own computer as opposed to buying it pre-built, it still is an expensive thing that you’re asking your parents to do.
So, even though building your own computer may be the best argument you have to present to your parents, it’s still up to them. And you need to respect their decision either way.
However, if you really really really really want a new gaming computer, and they don’t want to shell out all of that the money to get you your computer components, you can ask your parents if you can start looking for small side jobs. (And, if you’re old enough, you can always try to get a weekend job.)
This will be an even better way to show them how mature and responsible you are, and it’s a great way to save up money for your gaming computer.
Hopefully You’re Now One Step Closer To Getting Your Gaming Computer
Well, you gave it your best effort and that’s all you could do! I hope you presented your case in the right way and I hope that if your parents rejected your request, you accepted their decision without any arguing.
If you or your parents have any questions about the building process, don’t hesitate to contact me, or ask your questions by commenting below.
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Zac says
Hey there I’m 11 and have enough money to buy my own pc but my parents simply don’t want me to have one as one they think that my sister will be to jealous two I might sneak onto it at night and three no matter how much I show them they still don’t think that u can get a pc under 1000 pounds plz help I’m in desperate need thanks so much
Timmy says
Me too, but mine’s worse. I have Asian Parents. I can’t even get a drone for my birthday
Alfie says
If your complaining about how your pc is bad
Shut up
Your lucky enough to have one
My parents literally can’t afford to buy me this £800 custom build that I wanted to buy
And here you are
Crying over a drop of 5 FPS
Shut up man
QuackityMan says
i have a laptop that cant run minecraft, if your parents cant buy you a 800 custom pc then buy a 400 Laptop and stop crying about the fps drops. Shut up man
Iler w. says
I have been wanting a good-processing, gaming PC for quite a while now and i have never done any work with building PC’s. yet but this does bring to mind that it is a possibility that buying separate computer components as a cheaper way to accumulate my own PC that i could make myself as a better option than buying an already made computer that is 600-2,000+ (a price that my parents will not get a computer for). i am 13 and of course it is difficult to accumulate my own money. (except chores, house work, etc). but getting the right things that i need to make a computer is hard, and since i have no knowledge over the basis of how computers work i’m not sure what i require. the given manual is a big help and i will soon read it.
Lohen Taylor-Zelaya says
I want to ask my parents to let me make my own pc I’m planning to put together a presentation and ask them but I’m worried they’ll say no. My dad didn’t really care and isn’t against it but my mom is worried since she has anxiety what should I do.
Abdullah says
You guyz think you have to save up money My father is almost millionaire and still dont let me buy one on my own just talking business and stuff which i am legit bored of he does not let me even buy me on my own
Daniel says
look all you need to do is show them a YouTube vid of someone building it and i mean i’m 14 and i have built 5 rigs most of them for friends but all you need i a Philips screw driver and a special band to discharge the electricity in the components and to ground you so you don’t give off or receive an electrical current.
Daniel Neuron says
Well thanks for trying to help me but it didn’t work. Maybe one of these years I will get a gaming pc. Just a slim chance.
xcv fghjk says
good luck im stuck in the same situation for an endless loop of time
Jack Rido says
My parents still won’t let me build one because they think I’m to young, it’s not about the money, I’ve saved up enough. They just think it’s to hard for me. I can afford to buy a pre built one but they still say no because I’m to young. I’m 15!!!!!!
xander says
Thanks, bro you helped convince my mum to buy half of the PC which helps me buy a 1000 dollar rig I owe this all to you thanks so much
sam says
And my b day is in the 18
sam says
My parents will probably say no bcz i have an x box. But if I at least get a moniter in my room i would be able to work and game.
joseph shaulov says
what if you do have the money and your parents think your gonna game on it
Charlie Munn says
Hey My name is Charlie and I was really hoping for a pc But when I showed It to my parents they smashed my Mac and now I’m on a 2000 hp and I can only see half the screen. Im in tears all I want to have is some base to do computer coding Plz respond to me of what I should do. All I want is to design computers
Maddox says
Hi my names Maddox and I want to do dropshipping and I’ve looked at a monitor and pc with all the extra bits that I need but I have a laptop already so my step dad said to just use that but I would like to get the monitor and pc. I really need your help and what I need to say to them and how it would affect my buisness that greatly that it’s worthwhile getting and why I should get it thank you
If you need to email me here it is
[email protected]
Ruwaify alam says
Hello child
FastApple says
Help, I own a laptop which has bad specs.(Intel Core 5005u, Nvidia 920m, 2gb RAM). I have tried my best to get good grades in my exam. My grades aren’t the best but ok. Eitherway, Im still too scared to tell my parents that I want a gaming PC. Your guide still leaves me blank as I am too scared. Please help.
12 year old Gamer,
FastApple
Sam says
I understand your situation. I personally am 11 years old. Do you have anything important coming up? (i.e., a birthday) If you do, tell your parents that you want it for that event. If not, get a time when it is just you and your parents and ask them in all honesty if you can get a gaming computer. Like said, except no as an answer. If you fear they will get mad if you ask, just give it a try. In the end, they will always love you.
Cooper says
Thx this really helped me I think I’m gunna go for it I wrote an essay on why I should get one so I’m going to give it to them and hope for the best
Zane says
I would love to know step by step how to build a gaming pc. We what SSD for storage and a Ryzen 7.
neel says
Pls anyone tell me how will we my PC Quality after built.. is it a good budget pc or just garabe..
Specs:-
COMPONENTS PRICE
MOTHERBOARD
GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming 20000
POWER SUPPLY
Corsair CX Series 750 12000
CPU Cooler
Nzxt Kraken RL-KRX62-02 All-in-One CPU Liquid Cooling System 16000
SSD
Samsung 860 Evo 500GB SATA 8000
RAM
G.SKILL TridentZ RGB Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) 12000
GRAPHICS CARD
MSI Computer GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 32000
PROCESSOR
Intel i7-8700K 26000
CABINET
NZXT H500 MATTE WHITE TEMPERED GLASS ATX MID TOWER CASE CA-H500B-W1 7000
Intel Optane 32GB PCIe M.2 Memory Module 6000
Random User says
Do you think thats a little way to much
Krishna Singh says
these prices are in indian ruppees, which is equal to 1$ = 80rs
?? says
How the hell do you have intel optane bro
lostsoul96 says
I’m sorry m8 but this doesn’t really help
nick says
ya, same, although its not the steps that are wrong, its just the way my parents feel about it.
My parents don’t care about the money, they just don’t think i’ll focus in school if I have one. Even though I already play xbox all the time, so I don’t see the difference.
Mahapatro Anshuman says
Pls anyone tell me how will we my PC Quality after built.. is it a good budget pc or just garabe..
Specs:-
CPU – Ryzen 3 1200
Motherboard- Crucial 8GB DDR4
GPU- Nvidia GTX 1050 to
HDD- Seagate 1tb
SSD – WD GREEN 120 GB
Ruwaify Alam says
Not bad for a budget pc. Would definitely change the 1050 to a 1060 if you want max on every game, though.
puxxyzinstar says
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shye says
I think 1070 is good for maxed out gameplay. I would say no more than $10 000.
Pro Gamer says
Thats a huge bottleneck. Get a better CPU to support your 1050.