Top Picks for the Gamer

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from $1190 to $1880, with accessories.

Let's start with a broad search. The following offer the best value for the lowest price regardless of format preference. As a result, you will most likely see stationary computers down here and maybe a few portable options. You have the option to look for a specific kind of device at the bottom of the page.

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  ME PC GT1100I Gaming PC from $1550;
  ~$1880 with accessories

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in The Sims 4

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Minecraft

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Factorio

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8600

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 256 GB (~1.25 TB)

  Dimensions: 18.80 x 37.00 x 36.50 cm

  Weight: 15.00 kg

  detailed info

  $1549.99 from Memory Express as of 2018-06-22 05:23:43, EDT

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  ME PC GT1000I Gaming PC from $1400;
  ~$1730 with accessories

  If you can't invest a lot of money on a new gaming rig, this is a sensible option; it's already powerful enough to handle most games (and creative software as w... Read More about the GT1000I

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Gamer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in The Sims 4

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Minecraft

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Factorio

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 256 GB (~1.25 TB)

  Dimensions: 18.80 x 37.00 x 3.50 cm

  Weight: 10.00 kg

  detailed info

  $1399.99 from Memory Express as of 2018-06-22 12:15:40, EDT

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  Asus ROG Strix GD30 Gaming PC from $130013%, Best price yet!
  ~$1590 with accessories

  If you've been looking for a serious gaming rig requiring no assembly, this is a great pick. With a striking look and latest generation gaming hardware; this ga... Read More about the GD30CI-BS71-GTX1060

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in The Sims 4

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Minecraft

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Factorio

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 128 GB (~1.13 TB)

  Dimensions: 23.00 x 55.00 x 54.00 cm

  Weight: 17.00 kg

  detailed info

  $1299.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-06-22 11:24:16, EDT

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  ME PC V_GT1000A Gaming System from $1530;
  ~$1860 with accessories

  If you have to be practical when selecting your next gaming PC, this could be a good starting point. It's already quite capable as-is, but future upgrades will... Read More about the V_GT1000A

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Gamer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in The Sims 4

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Minecraft

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Factorio

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600

  Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 570

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 240 GB (~1.23 TB)

  Dimensions: 20.00 x 46.88 x 45.45 cm

  Weight: 15.00 kg

  detailed info

  $1529.99 from Memory Express as of 2018-06-21 14:46:04, EDT

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  Dell Alienware Aurora R6 Gaming Desktop from $1200;
  ~$1489 with accessories

  This is a cost-effective Gaming PC capable of powering even VR Games. If you'd rather get a Pre-built PC then get one built, this machine is worth considering.

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in The Sims 4

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Minecraft

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Factorio

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7400

  Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 480

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 21.20 x 47.25 x 36.05 cm

  Weight: 14.81 kg

  detailed info

  $1199.00 from Microsoft as of 2018-06-22 12:10:34, EDT

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  Asus G11 Gaming PC from $9003%, Best price yet!
  ~$1190 with accessories

  If you don't care much about playing the expensive blockbuster games, but enjoy playing free-to-play games and 3D indie games, this desktop tower is a pretty go... Read More about the G11CD-BS51-GTX1050

  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in The Sims 4

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Minecraft

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Factorio

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 18.00 x 42.00 x 44.00 cm

  Weight: 9.78 kg

  detailed info

  $899.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-06-22 10:26:45, EDT

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  Asus G11CD Tower Computer from $1270;
  ~$1586 with accessories

  As VR-ready systems go, this is a pretty accessible option. This computer will run all recent games (and tackle less-exciting tasks with ease) without breaking... Read More about the G11CD-WS51

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in The Sims 4

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Minecraft

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Factorio

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-6400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 970

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 17.52 x 42.16 x 43.94 cm

  Weight: 10.00 kg

  detailed info

  from $1260.99

  • $1260.99 from Tiger Direct as of 2018-06-22 05:26:09, EDT
  • $1330.47 from Amazon as of 2018-06-22 04:30:48, EDT

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  MSI Trident 3 Compact Gaming PC from $1500;
  ~$1790 with accessories

  This small gaming PC fits pretty good gaming performance and silent operation in challenging areas such as the living room's media center. Performances are up t... Read More about the VR7RC-018US

  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Tinkerer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Compact Towers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in The Sims 4

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Minecraft

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Factorio

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 128 GB (~1.13 TB)

  Dimensions: 12.70 x 23.50 x 34.10 cm

  Weight: 6.30 kg

  detailed info

  from $1499.00

  • $1499.00 from Visions Electronics as of 2018-06-22 01:31:56, EDT
  • $1499.99 from Memory Express as of 2018-06-22 06:01:19, EDT
  • $1499.99 from Amazon as of 2018-06-22 05:16:08, EDT

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  ME PC V_GT1000AN Gaming System from $1110;
  ~$1440 with accessories

  Capable of delivering enjoyable gaming experience, this build also offers plenty of upgrade options. This way, when the games you play become more demanding or... Read More about the V_GT1000AN

  • the Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in The Sims 4

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Minecraft

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Factorio

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 3 2200G

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 250 GB (~1.24 TB)

  Dimensions: 18.80 x 37.00 x 36.50 cm

  Weight: 10.00 kg

  detailed info

  $1109.99 from Memory Express as of 2018-06-22 05:04:30, EDT

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