Top Picks for the Hardcore Gamer

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1490 to US$2018, 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.

• #1, Stationary Computers ($1075 - $1500)

  

  HP Pavilion Gaming PC from US$99025%, Best price yet!
  ~$1490 with accessories

  For the right price, this Gaming PC can be a very compelling option, capable of handling most demanding games currently out there. In terms of durability, acces... Read More about the TG01-0299

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • 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	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	3/5
  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	5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Crucible

  3.5/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Total War: Three Kingdoms

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 15.54 x 30.70 x 33.74 cm

  Weight: 5.960 kg

  detailed info

  from US$986.68

  • US$986.68 from HP (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 10:47:10, EDT
  • US$1062.58 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 07:33:57, EDT

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• #1, Stationary Computers ($1500 - $2100)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$1170;
  ~$1990 with accessories

  This Gaming PC packs a pretty serious graphics card and is capable of handling demanding Triple-A Games in this configuration. With a relatively sizeable solid-... Read More about the i5090-7711GRY-PCA

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Crucible

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Total War: Three Kingdoms

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Dimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.430 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1161.25

  • US$1161.25 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2020-09-18 07:26:58, EDT
  • US$1290.25 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 07:25:19, EDT

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• #2, Stationary Computers ($1500 - $2100)

  

  ME PC GT1100AN Gaming PC from US$1170;
  ~$1860 with accessories

  Already capable of impressive performances, this build will also help simplify future upgrades; allowing this Gaming rig to last a few GPU generations. If you'r... Read More about the GT1100ANV191

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  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	2/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Crucible

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Total War: Three Kingdoms

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 480.00 GB

  Dimensions: 18.80 x 36.50 x 37.90 cm

  Weight: 10.000 kg

  detailed info

  US$1161.25 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2020-09-18 04:00:26, EDT

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• #3, Stationary Computers ($1500 - $2100)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming Desktop from US$1070;
  ~$1690 with accessories

  Here's a Gaming PC combining compelling features such as an i7 Processor, a roomy and speedy combination of Solid-State and Mechanical Drives and a dedicated Gr... Read More about the dg5000_s25e

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Crucible

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Total War: Three Kingdoms

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-10700F

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 16.90 x 30.80 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.200 kg

  detailed info

  US$1062.58 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-09-18 10:37:59, EDT

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• #4, Stationary Computers ($1500 - $2100)

  

  HP Omen Obelisk Gaming PC from US$113022% cheaper than usual
  ~$1940 with accessories

  This computer is powerful enough to handle the most demanding Triple-A games out there for a reasonable price... Read More about the 875-0129

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • 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
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  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	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Crucible

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Total War: Three Kingdoms

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB

  Dimensions: 16.51 x 35.71 x 43.31 cm

  Weight: 9.190 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1127.1

  • US$1127.1 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2020-09-18 10:35:14, EDT
  • US$1252.33 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 07:07:06, EDT

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• #5, Stationary Computers ($1500 - $2100)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming Desktop from US$1220;
  ~$1890 with accessories

  Here's a Gaming PC combining compelling features such as a powerful Processor, a roomy and speedy combination of Solid-State and Mechanical Drives and a powerfu... Read More about the dg5000_s27e

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  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 Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Crucible

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Total War: Three Kingdoms

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-10700F

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 16.90 x 30.80 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.200 kg

  detailed info

  US$1214.38 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-09-19 00:03:51, EDT

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• #6, Stationary Computers ($1500 - $2100)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming Desktop from US$1220;
  ~$1890 with accessories

  This Gaming PC maximizes the power you get for your investment... Read More about the dg5000_s4e

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Crucible

  3.5/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Total War: Three Kingdoms

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-10400F

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 16.90 x 30.80 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.200 kg

  detailed info

  US$1214.38 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-09-18 08:41:41, EDT

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• #1, Laptops ($1825 - $2475)

  

  HP OMEN 17" Gaming Notebook from US$1520;
  ~$2000 with accessories

  This laptop features impressive hardware for the price, promising rich gaming experiences and a fluid creative process. It's not the most portable PC out there... Read More about the 17-CB1010CA

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops 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
  Autonomy	0/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by Large Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Crucible

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Total War: Three Kingdoms

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-10750H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Screen Size: 17.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 40.50 x 28.50 x 2.99 cm

  Weight: 3.300 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1517.98

  • US$1517.98 from HP (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 10:44:44, EDT
  • US$1517.98 from Staples (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 10:43:08, EDT

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• #2, Laptops ($1825 - $2475)

  

  HP OMEN 15" Gaming Laptop from US$1520;
  ~$2018 with accessories

  Built with impressive components, this laptop will deliver immersive experiences even with the most demanding games currently out there. By laptop standards, it... Read More about the 15-dc1040nr

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices 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	1/5

  by Large Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Crucible

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Total War: Three Kingdoms

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8750H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.00 x 26.30 x 2.50 cm

  Weight: 2.400 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1516.47

  • US$1516.47 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 04:31:49, EDT
  • US$1712.27 from eBay (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 10:56:38, EDT
  • US$1712.27 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 04:25:26, EDT
  • US$1823.85 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-09-18 06:04:45, EDT

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