Are you having trouble meeting PUBG system requirements on your computer? In this guide, we’ve listed four different gaming PCs that will help you start getting higher FPS so you won’t lose another game due to having a slow system.
I don’t game as much as I used to. But, when I do game, I play PUBG. I’m not great at the game, but it is a lot of fun. One thing that stands out to me, though, is how much others complain about not being able to run PUBG properly because the game is poorly optimized. So, if you’re having problems getting an acceptable framerate in PUBG and you’re looking for a new computer that will exceed its system requirements, in this guide, I’ve recommended three different gaming PC builds for PUBG that will help eliminate your problems.
Unlike the last two posts we’ve done on game-specific PC builds (PC builds for Fortnite and PC Builds for World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth), PUBG is much more demanding. PUBG’s minimum and recommended system requirements are as follows:
PUBG Minimum System Requirements
| CPU | Intel i5-4430 or AMD FX-6300 |
| GPU | NVIDIA GTX 960 2GB or AMD R7 370 2GB |
| RAM | 8GB of Memory |
| OS | Windows 7/8/10 64-bit |
PUBG Recommended System Requirements
| CPU | Intel i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 |
| GPU | NVIDIA GTX 1060 3GB or AMD RX 580 4GB |
| RAM | 16GB of Memory |
| OS | Windows 7/8/10 64-bit |
Both PUBG’s minimum and recommended requirements are much higher than most games. Fortunately, you can build a budget-friendly system that will allow you to meet even the recommended requirements for PUBG (see the note below). In this guide, we’re going to give you four different builds that will run PUBG easily. One is an affordable $600 PC build, the next is a mid-range $800 gaming PC, next is a high-end $1,000 system that, if paired with a 1080P 144Hz monitor, would deliver an optimal PUBG experience, and the last option is an extreme $2,000 gaming PC that will easily handle PLAYERUNKNOWN’S BATTLEGROUNDS—as well as any other game—on higher resolution monitors.
If you don’t want to build your own gaming computer, we’ve also linked to pre-built systems that will perform similarly to the builds we list—although, they do come in at a higher cost.
*NOTE: It’s important to note that the $600 system listed below comes with 8GB of RAM, which doesn’t meet the recommended requirements as listed on the PUBG website. However, I have tested the difference between how PUBG runs at 8GB vs 16GB (which you can see in this post), and there is no noticeable difference in the average framerate or the 1% low framerate between playing PUBG with 8GB and with 16GB. Of course, you can upgrade to 16GB of RAM on any of these systems if you want, but, in our opinion, it isn’t necessary.
Table of Contents
1. Quick-Look: Four PC Builds for PUBG
3. $800 PC that Exceeds PUBG Requirements
4. High-End $1,000 PC for PUBG (at 144Hz)
Quick-Look: Four PC Builds that Exceed PUBG System Requirements
If you don’t need all of the juicy details on each of the three PC builds that we’ve recommended for playing PUBG, the quick-look table below will give you a brief rundown on the main specs of each system, as well as a link to where you can get the parts. We’ve also linked to similarly priced pre-built gaming computers that can handle PUBG as well. So, if you don’t want to build your own gaming PC, that would be the route to go.
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| BUDGET |  |
RX 580 8GB 8GB DDR4 RAM 550W PSU | ||
| MID-RANGE |  |
RX 590 8GB 16GB DDR4 RAM 550W PSU | ||
| HIGH-END |  |
GTX 1070 Ti 16GB DDR4 RAM 550W PSU | ||
| ULTRA |  |
RTX 2080 16GB DDR4 RAM 850W PSU |
*Component prices do fluctuate on a daily basis and components do go out of stock on occasion. So, if you click on one of the links above and there are components that are no longer available, or prices have changed, you can either look for similarly-priced options, or you can ask a question in the comment section below and we’ll suggest some alternatives. We do try and update this guide on a regular basis, though.
An Affordable $600 Gaming PC to Play PUBG
For just $600 you can put all of your PUBG performance woes behind you. The $600 PC build listed below has a graphics card (Radeon RX 580 8GB) and processor (i3-8100) that will meet the recommended system requirements for running PUBG. And, again, while PUBG’s website says they recommend 16GB over 8GB, in our tests, we’ve found that there is no performance difference between running the game on a system with 8GB versus on a system with 16GB.
We’ve also opted for a single stick of 8GB of RAM instead of dual 4GB sticks because, again, in our testing, we found that a dual channel configuration showed no performance difference over a single channel configuration. And, the great thing about starting with a single 8GB stick of memory (instead of dual 4GB sticks of memory), is that if you do want to upgrade to 16GB of RAM in the future, it will be as simple as adding another 8GB stick of memory.
This build also comes with a 1TB hard drive, a decent micro-ATX case, and a 550W semi-modular power supply.
The nice thing about the RX 580 8GB graphics card in this build is that you can pair it with an affordable FreeSync monitor to deliver a very smooth experience in PUBG. Almost all of the pros use FreeSync or G-Sync monitors to help them eliminate stuttering. Unfortunately, G-Sync monitors are significantly more expensive than FreeSync monitors and so, since you’re likely working with a limited budget if you are considering this build, it makes more sense to go with an AMD-based graphics card so that this system is compatible with a more reasonbly-priced FreeSync monitor.
Ultimately, though, this $600 build is capable of running PUBG on medium-to-higher settings with 50+ framerates on an affordable 1080P monitor. Though, if you turn the settings down (like most hardcore PUBG players do anyway), this build will easily get over 60 FPS when running PUBG at 1080P.
Part List for This $600 PC Build for PUBG
| CPU | Intel Core i3-8100 | |
| MOBO | MSI H310M | |
| GPU | XFX RX 580 8GB | |
| RAM | Corsair Vengeance 8GB | |
| HDD | Seagate 1 TB | |
| CASE | Thermaltake Versa H15 | |
| PSU | Corsair CX 550M | |
| ODD | Install O.S. from USB drive |
Grand Total: $570-$630
*Component prices fluctuate daily. Click here for current pricing.
**Price includes the components that make up the tower only. Windows 10 is included in the list, but will cost extra—and you will definitely need an operating system one way or another.
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Mid-Range $800 Gaming PC Build for Running PUBG at 60+ FPS
For $800 you’ll be able to build a more well-rounded system than the $600 gaming computer listed above. The $800 PC build below will easily be able to handle PUBG on a 1080P monitor.
It comes with a six-core AMD Ryzen 5 2600 processor, an AMD Radeon RX 590 8GB graphics card, and 16GB of RAM.
We could have gone with the NVIDIA GTX 1060 6GB graphics card instead of the RX 590 8GB graphics card, but the AMD-based GPU makes more sense since it can be paired with a FreeSync monitor.
And, the extra VRAM that the RX 580 8GB has will even make playing PUBG on a 1080P 144Hz monitor possible with this setup. (Check our guide for affordable 144Hz monitors to find options that will pair well with this system.)
This computer also comes with a 240GB SSD that you can use to install your operating system on for better all-around system performance. And, it comes with a 1TB backup hard drive so that you have plenty of storage space for all of your games and files.
Finally, the 550W power supply should be strong enough to handle a GPU upgrade in the future as well.
Overall, this $800 PC build should be able to run PUBG at 60+ FPS on higher settings on a 1080P. If you turn the settings down, you should be able to get closer to 100 FPS. And, if paired with a 144Hz FreeSync monitor, this system will be able to deliver you a really smooth in-game experience.
NOTE: If you’d prefer a more mobile system instead, check out our list of the best gaming laptops under $1,000 for laptop options that can run PUBG.
Part List for This $800 PC Build for PUBG
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 2600 | |
| MOBO | MSI B450M | |
| GPU | PowerColor RX 590 8GB | |
| RAM | Corsair Vengeance 16GB | |
| SSD | PNY 240GB | |
| HDD | Seagate 1 TB | |
| CASE | Thermaltake Versa H15 | |
| PSU | Corsair CX 550M | |
| ODD | Install O.S. from USB drive |
Grand Total: $770-$830
*Component prices fluctuate daily. Click here for current pricing.
**Price includes the components that make up the tower only. Windows 10 is included in the list, but will cost extra—and you will definitely need an operating system one way or another.
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$1,000 PC Build to Run PUBG on A 144Hz Monitor
This high-end $1,000 gaming computer that can be paired with a 1080P 144Hz G-Sync monitor to deliver both an optimal experience and optimal performance in PUBG.
With an AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and a GTX 1070 Ti graphics card, this $1,000 gaming PC is perfect for hardcore PUBG players who don’t want to be at a disadvantage by having a computer that can’t run the game properly.
We chose an AMD Ryzen 5 2600 because it can be overclocked, it will deliver excellent in-game performance in PUBG, and it is much cheaper than the alternative unlocked Intel processor (the i5-9600K). The extra money saved by going with the Ryzen 5 2600 allowed us to fit a GTX 1070 Ti in this build, which will have a much bigger impact on the in-game performance than having the slightly better processor will.
This build also comes with a 240GB SSD, a 1TB hard drive, a cool mid-tower case with a tempered glass side panel, and a 550W power supply.
It should be noted that this build (and the GTX 1070 Ti inside of it) can only utilize NVIDIA’s G-Sync technology (and not monitors that have AMD’s FreeSync technology). If you’re looking for an affordable G-Sync monitor option, check out our guide on the Cheapest G-Sync Monitors.
In the end, if you have a decent-sized budget to build a gaming PC specifically for PUBG, $1,000 will get you a system that can run the game on high settings at high framerates. And, with the settings turned down a bit, you can run the game at over 100 FPS. And, paired with a 144Hz G-Sync monitor, you’ll have a super smooth experience that will give you a slight advantage over your opponents that are playing at lower framerates.
Part List for This $1,000 PC Build for PUBG
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 2600 | |
| MOBO | MSI Bazooka B450 | |
| GPU | EVGA GTX 1070 Ti | |
| RAM | Corsair Vengeance 16GB | |
| SSD | PNY 240GB | |
| HDD | Seagate 1 TB | |
| CASE | Thermaltake Versa H26 | |
| PSU | Corsair CX 550M | |
| ODD | Install O.S. from USB drive |
Grand Total: $970-$1,030
*Component prices fluctuate daily. Click here for current pricing.
**Price includes the components that make up the tower only. Windows 10 is included in the list, but will cost extra—and you will definitely need an operating system one way or another.
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Extreme $2,000 Gaming PC for PUBG
Finally, we have an extreme gaming computer build that can be used to run PUBG on higher resolution monitors on maximum settings with high framerates.
This system comes with an Intel Core i7-9700K processor, an RTX 2080 graphics card, 16GB of DDR4 memory, a 500GB SSD, a secondary 4TB hard drive, and a 850W power supply
You also get a full tower case and a 280mm AIO liquid cooler, too. This build will not only easily exceed PUBG system requirements, but it will also easily exceed any other game’s system requirements out there as well. You can also use this system with a 4K monitor or a 1440P 144Hz monitor as well. And, it is a VR ready PC build, so, you can pair this build with an Oculus Rift or HTC Vive.
Ultimately, if you have an unlimited budget and you want a gaming computer that will easily run PUBG and will serve as a high-end gaming computer for now and into the foreseeable future, this is a solid option to go with.
NOTE: If you have a ~$2,000 budget to spend on a system, you could also consider a high-end gaming laptop for PUBG as well. Check out our guide on the best GTX 1070 laptops and the best GTX 1080 laptops for options that can handle PUBG.
Part List for This $2,000 PC Build for PUBG
| CPU | Intel Core i7-9700K | |
| AIO | EVGA CLC 280 | |
| MOBO | ASUS PRIME Z390-A | |
| GPU | EVGA RTX 2080 | |
| RAM | Corsair Vengeance 16GB | |
| SSD | Samsung 960 500GB | |
| HDD | Seagate 4TB | |
| CASE | Thermaltake Core X71 | |
| PSU | EVGA SN P2 850W | |
| ODD | Install O.S. from USB drive |
Grand Total: $1,970-$2,030
*Component prices fluctuate daily. Click here for current pricing.
**Price includes the components that make up the tower only. Windows 10 is included in the list, but will cost extra—and you will definitely need an operating system one way or another.
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Have A Different Budget? Check Our Other Guides for More Builds
While these three PC builds will allow you to play PUBG with acceptable (or higher) framerates, if you have a different budget, there are definitely more routes you can go. If you’re looking for more builds that will run PUBG, check out our two PC builds guides listed below:
