Top Picks for the Hardcore Gamer

Your options 7 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$670 to US$2090, 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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  Dell Inspiron 5680 Gaming PC from US$12106% cheaper than usual
  ~$1930 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	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  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

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  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: 13.740 kg

  detailed info

  US$1205.22 from Dell (New) as of 2019-08-18 04:24:21, EDT

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  HP Omen Gaming PC from US$1360;
  ~$2090 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 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
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  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	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  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 i7-9700

  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

  US$1355.87 from Best Buy (New) as of 2019-08-16 17:15:36, EDT

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  HP OMEN Obelisk Gaming Computer from US$11303%, Best price yet!
  ~$1790 with accessories

  This gaming tower PC comes with a large hard drive for your media and games collections, and even though it does not offer the most upgrade options, it will be... Read More about the 875-0009

  • 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	4/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	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
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Rise of the Tomb Raider

  2.5/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB + 128 GB (~2.13 TB)

  Dimensions: 16.51 x 35.71 x 43.31 cm

  Weight: 9.200 kg

  detailed info

  US$1129.88 from Staples (New) as of 2019-08-18 07:58:04, EDT

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  Asus TUF FX505 Gaming Laptop from US$910;
  ~$1205 with accessories

  Even though this variant of the FX505 isn't the most powerful of its line, it remains an attractive laptop with its heavy-duty construction, strong processor an... Read More about the FX505GD-WH71

  • 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 Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  by Large Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in Overwatch

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Rise of the Tomb Raider

  1.5/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8750H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.07 x 26.16 x 2.54 cm

  Weight: 2.223 kg

  detailed info

  from US$907.68

  • US$907.68 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2019-08-17 18:55:02, EDT
  • US$1357.38 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-08-17 19:00:36, EDT

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  Asus ROG STRIX HERO III 17" Laptop from US$14405%, Best price yet!
  ~$1990 with accessories

  Large and powerful, this gaming laptop is a bit thinner and lighter than the typical 17" gaming laptop. It's still not the most portable laptop out there, but i... Read More about the G731GV-DB74

  • 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 Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by Large Laptops standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  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

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9750H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 17.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 39.90 x 29.30 x 2.62 cm

  Weight: 2.850 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1431.2

  • US$1431.2 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-08-18 08:54:24, EDT
  • US$1505.78 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-08-17 10:30:45, EDT
  • US$1581.11 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-08-18 08:45:38, EDT
  • US$1581.11 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-08-18 04:00:08, EDT
  • US$1581.11 from Canada Computers (New)
    as of 2019-08-18 04:47:14, EDT
  • US$1581.85 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2019-08-18 05:38:42, EDT
  • US$1615.59 from B&H (New)
    as of 2019-08-18 05:50:42, EDT

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  Microsoft Xbox One X from US$3608% cheaper than usual
  ~$670 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	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Consoles standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Overwatch

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Rise of the Tomb Raider

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  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: 3.810 kg

  detailed info

  from US$354.03

  • US$354.03 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-08-18 04:27:19, EDT
  • US$451.18 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-08-18 07:59:47, EDT
  • US$451.21 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2019-08-18 03:54:43, EDT
  • US$451.95 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2019-08-18 04:29:26, EDT

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  Sony PlayStation 4 Pro from US$360;
  ~$674 with accessories

  With added horsepower, the PS4 Pro is a must if you play on a 4K television, especially if it has HDR support... Read More about the

  • the Hardcore Gamer

  Device Ratings

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Consoles standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Overwatch

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Rise of the Tomb Raider

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: AMD PS4 Pro CPU

  Graphics: AMD PS4 Pro GPU

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 32.70 x 29.50 x 5.50 cm

  Weight: 3.300 kg

  detailed info

  from US$356.97

  • US$356.97 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-08-16 01:30:35, EDT
  • US$361.56 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-08-16 00:37:17, EDT

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