Hardware for the Gamer
Microsoft Xbox Series X
Who it's For
- Hardcore Gamer
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
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| Versatility | |
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Specs
Operating System
Xbox Series X | S
CPU
AMD XBox series X
GPU
AMD XBox series X
Memory
16 GB
Storage
1 TB total, Blu-ray Drive, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
HP OMEN 25L Gaming PC (GT12-1159)
ranked #1 among Stationary Computers priced under $2000
There's plenty to like with this gaming rig: it does pack powerful chips and fast storage, but it also starts with dual-channel memory and plenty of u
Who it's For
- Long-Term Gamer
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
CPU
AMD Ryzen 5 5600G
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060, 12 GB
Memory
16 GB, Dual-Channel
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
HP OMEN 25L Gaming PC (GT12-1199)
ranked #1 among Stationary Computers priced over $2000
There's a lot to like about this gaming rig: it does pack powerful components and fast storage, but it also starts with dual-channel memory and plenty
Who it's For
- Long-Term Gamer
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
CPU
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060, 8 GB
Memory
16 GB, Dual-Channel
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus TUF A17 17-inch Gaming Laptop (FA706IC-BH71-CB)
ranked #1 among Laptops priced $1000-1500
This laptop makes a compelling pop-up workstation is you need some extra visual horsepower for creative software or even quite a bit of gaming. At thi
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
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| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
17", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050, 4 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Gigabyte A5 Gaming Laptop (A5 X1-CUS2130SB)
ranked #1 among Laptops priced over $1500
If you need a computer capable of handling demanding graphical tasks away from home, this laptop might well do the trick.
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
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| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070, 8 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
HP OMEN 25L Gaming PC (GT12-1149)
ranked #2 among Stationary Computers priced over $2000
There's a lot to like with this gaming rig: it packs high-octane processors and fast storage, augmented with dual-channel memory and plenty of upgrade
Who it's For
- Long-Term Gamer
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
CPU
AMD Ryzen 7 5700G
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070, 8 GB
Memory
16 GB, Dual-Channel
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus ROG Strix G15 15-inch Gaming Laptop (G513QC-BS91-CB)
ranked #2 among Laptops priced $1000-1500
If you're looking for a relatively affordable computer for visual work and even gaming away from your desk, this laptop could be of interest. The abse
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050, 4 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total
Pricing
Asus ROG Strix Scar 15-inch Gaming Laptop (G533ZW-BS91-CB)
ranked #2 among Laptops priced over $1500
If you need to bring your Gaming PC on the road with you, this could be a serious contender. Thanks to its high-end components, you can expect impress
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i9-12900H
GPU
Nvidia Geforce RTX 3070 Ti, 8 GB
Memory
16 GB, Dual-Channel
Storage
1 TB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Acer Nitro 50 Gaming PC (N50-120-EB12)
ranked #2 among Stationary Computers priced under $2000
If you're looking for a gaming rig but have limited funds to do so, this system is a compelling solution. It's a powerful PC for the price and uses sm
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
- Hardcore Graphic Designer
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
CPU
AMD Ryzen 5 5600G
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060, 12 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
1.5 TB total, Solid State (very fast), 72000+ RPM hard drive (fast)
Pricing
Asus ROG Zephyrus G15 15-inch Gaming Laptop (GA503QE-BH92-CB)
ranked #3 among Laptops priced over $1500
This laptop does a decent job both as a gaming PC and as a mobile workstation. The omission of a webcam is becoming more common for gaming laptops, an
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Road Warrior
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
15", 2560×1440(QHD, 3.7MP), FreeSync, IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti, 4 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
1 TB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Acer Nitro 50 Gaming PC (N50-120-EB11)
ranked #3 among Stationary Computers priced under $2000
If you're looking for a gaming rig but have limited funds to do so, this system is a compelling solution. It's a reasonably powerful PC for the price
Who it's For
- Serious Gamer
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
CPU
AMD Ryzen 5 5600G
GPU
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650, 4 GB
Memory
8 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Gigabyte AORUS 17-inch Gaming Laptop (AORUS 17 XE4-73US514)
ranked #4 among Laptops priced over $1500
This laptop packs some serious horsepower, promising rich interactive experiences in demanding video games as well as video and graphical creations so
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
17", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i7-12700H
GPU
Nvidia Geforce RTX 3070 Ti, 8 GB
Memory
16 GB, Dual-Channel
Storage
1 TB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus ROG Strix 15-inch Gaming Laptop (G513QY-DH99-CA)
ranked #5 among Laptops priced over $1500
If you need a gaming rig you can take out on the road, this could be a compelling solution. With fast storage and memory and a built-in gaming monitor
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Road Warrior
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), FreeSync, IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX
GPU
Acer Radeon RX 6800M, 12 GB
Memory
16 GB, Dual-Channel
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
MSI Aegis ZS 5DS-264US Gaming Desktop (AEZS5DS264)
ranked #3 among Stationary Computers priced over $2000
This powerful gaming PC delivers impressive performance without going all-out on your wallet.
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
- Hardcore Graphic Designer
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
CPU
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
GPU
AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT, 12 GB
Memory
16 GB, Dual-Channel
Storage
500 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Acer Predator Orion 5000 PO5-640-ER11 (DG.E2UAA.002)
ranked #4 among Stationary Computers priced over $2000
This powerful computer boasts impressive specs promising to deliver uncompromising gaming experiences. This kind of horsepower could even come in hand
Who it's For
- Long-Term Gamer
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
CPU
Intel Core i7-12700F
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080, 10 GB
Memory
32 GB, Dual-Channel
Storage
2 TB total, Solid State (very fast), 72000+ RPM hard drive (fast)
Pricing
Asus ROG Strix G10CE Gaming PC (G10CE(SPL)-BBI560-CB)
ranked #4 among Stationary Computers priced under $2000
This pre-built Gaming Rig is quite capable for the price, and if you're looking for a gamin PC you can take home and play with tonight, this could be
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
- Hardcore Graphic Designer
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
CPU
Intel Core i5-11400
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060, 12 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Acer Nitro 50 Gaming PC (DG.E2DAA.00B)
ranked #6 among Stationary Computers priced under $2000
If you need an affordable gaming rig, you could do a lot worse than this one. With convenient storage space, a decent CPU and more graphical horsepowe
Who it's For
- Serious Gamer
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
CPU
Intel Core i5-11400F
GPU
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650, 4 GB
Memory
8 GB
Storage
1.25 TB total, Solid State (very fast), 72000+ RPM hard drive (fast)
Pricing
HP Pavilion Gaming PC (TG01-1209)
ranked #7 among Stationary Computers priced under $2000
This cost-effective gaming PC has a lot to offer with a combination of solid-state and mechanical storage, a powerful CPU and gaming-grade graphical h
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
- Hardcore Graphic Designer
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
CPU
Intel Core i7-10700F
GPU
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660, 6 GB
Memory
16 GB, Dual-Channel
Storage
1.25 TB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast), 72000+ RPM hard drive (fast)
Pricing
Asus ROG Strix GA15 Gaming PC (G15DK-DBR770)
ranked #5 among Stationary Computers priced over $2000
This gaming PC packs a few impressive features, making sure you have what you need to run the most demanding games at their best.
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
- Hardcore Graphic Designer
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
CPU
AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070, 8 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
1.5 TB total, Solid State (very fast), 72000+ RPM hard drive (fast)
Pricing
Asus ROG Strix G15 15-inch Gaming Laptop (G513IC-BS71-CB)
ranked #3 among Laptops priced $1000-1500
If you've been looking for a cost-effective gaming PC, this laptop has a bit more graphical horsepower which will go a long way to make more games pla
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050, 4 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)