Top Picks for the Hardcore Gamer

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from $798 to $2730, 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 GT1200I Gaming PC from $19003%, Best price yet!
  ~$2230 with accessories

  Built for great gaming experiences and long-lasting value for demanding users, this gaming build makes the most out of a 2000$ budget.

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • 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
  Power	5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  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	3/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Rise of the Tomb Raider

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 22.30 x 50.00 x 47.50 cm

  Weight: 15.00 kg

  detailed info

  $1899.99 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2018-11-16 05:13:56, EST

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  ME PC GT2100I Gaming PC from $24004%, Best price yet!
  ~$2730 with accessories

  If you're looking for the best gaming hardware of mid-2018, this build comes very very close to delivering it. With straightforward upgrades, it will also help... Read More about the GT2100I

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • 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	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Rise of the Tomb Raider

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8700K

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 500 GB (~1.49 TB)

  Dimensions: 22.30 x 50.00 x 47.50 cm

  Weight: 8.60 kg

  detailed info

  $2399.99 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2018-11-16 04:21:56, EST

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  Dell Inspiron 5680 Gaming PC from $1800;
  ~$2380 with accessories

  If you need a new Gaming PC fast, you could do a lot worse than this Gaming PC by Dell. It already packs serious gaming hardware as-is, but it is also reasonabl... Read More about the i5680-7491BLU-PCA

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • 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	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Rise of the Tomb Raider

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 21.60 x 43.75 x 45.87 cm

  Weight: 13.74 kg

  detailed info

  from $1799.99

  • $1799.99 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2018-11-15 13:02:14, EST
  • $2299.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 13:01:49, EST

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  Asus ROG Strix Gaming PC from $1700;
  ~$1990 with accessories

  This gaming PC stands ready to feast on the most demanding of PC games. Moreover, it's handily available in retail stores... Read More about the GD30CI-RB71-GTX1070-CB

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • 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	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  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	4.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Rise of the Tomb Raider

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 23.11 x 54.10 x 55.12 cm

  Weight: 17.01 kg

  detailed info

  $1699.99 from Staples (New) as of 2018-11-16 06:51:57, EST

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  HP OMEN 880 Gaming Desktop PC from $1940;
  ~$2260 with accessories

  If you take gaming seriously but don't want to build a rig yourself or order a custom-built PC, this desktop will deliver impressive gaming performance and can... Read More about the 880-030

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • 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	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Rise of the Tomb Raider

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 1700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 19.20 x 44.21 x 41.72 cm

  Weight: 17.60 kg

  detailed info

  from $1938.99

  • $1938.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 05:35:04, EST
  • $1999.46 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 05:30:46, EST

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  Dell Alienware Aurora R6 Gaming Desktop from $2140;
  ~$2618 with accessories

  This gaming PC is capable of handling even the most demanding games on the market, including VR. If you're looking for an impressive factory-built machine which... Read More about the AWAUR6-7512SLV

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • 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	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Rise of the Tomb Raider

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 21.20 x 47.25 x 36.05 cm

  Weight: 14.81 kg

  detailed info

  from $2132.76

  • $2132.76 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 19:20:30, EST
  • $2217.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 13:15:18, EST
  • $2285.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 05:38:12, EST
  • $2299.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:32:40, EST
  • $2699.98 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 04:18:15, EST

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  Asus ROG Strix Gaming PC from $1960;
  ~$2410 with accessories

  Capable of delivering rich interactive experiences, this powerful PC can handle the most demanding games out there.

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • 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	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Rise of the Tomb Raider

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 17.78 x 45.72 x 39.88 cm

  Weight: 11.02 kg

  detailed info

  from $1959.99

  • $1959.99 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:56:09, EST
  • $2199.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:55:56, EST

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  MSI Nightblade Compact Gaming PC from $180018%, Best price yet!
  ~$2130 with accessories

  Maximum gaming chops in cramped quarters; that's what this computer offers. If you take your gaming very seriously but need to do so in the least amount of spac... Read More about the X2-042TW

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • 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	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	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	4.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Compact Towers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Rise of the Tomb Raider

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-6700K

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 980 Ti

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB + 256 GB (~2.25 TB)

  Dimensions: 21.01 x 45.39 x 32.99 cm

  Weight: 8.50 kg

  detailed info

  $1799.99 from Amazon (New) as of 2018-11-16 05:20:57, EST

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  Microsoft Xbox One X from $600;
  ~$798 with accessories

  The Xbox One X is the most powerful console on the market, features a 4k Bluray drive and is especially attractive if you own or plan to own a 4K TV which is HD... Read More about the

  • the Hardcore Gamer

  Device Ratings

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Consoles standards

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

  performance in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in Overwatch

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in Rise of the Tomb Raider

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Xbox One X CPU

  Graphics: AMD Xbox One X GPU

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 24.00 x 30.00 x 6.00 cm

  Weight: 3.81 kg

  detailed info

  from $594.95

  • $594.95 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 05:21:06, EST
  • $599.00 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 14:26:15, EST
  • $599.00 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 13:15:33, EST
  • $599.00 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 13:14:55, EST

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