Top Picks for the Serious Gamer

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$380 to US$1872, 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 CM1000A Royale Gaming PC from US$960;
  ~$1580 with accessories

  This AMD-based gaming rig combines power and ease of maintenance while still being quite cost-efficient.

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  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Sid Meier’s Civilization VI

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2400G

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Dimensions: 20.00 x 45.45 x 46.88 cm

  Weight: 15.000 kg

  detailed info

  US$950.1 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2019-06-26 06:34:44, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron i5680 Gaming Desktop from US$840;
  ~$1390 with accessories

  A cost-effective gaming PC, capable of delivering rich multimedia experience without the premium price tag.

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  • 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	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  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	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Sid Meier’s Civilization VI

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 21.59 x 43.76 x 45.90 cm

  Weight: 13.730 kg

  detailed info

  from US$836.08

  • US$836.08 from Dell (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:47:24, EDT
  • US$987.35 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:46:48, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron Gaming PC from US$1070;
  ~$1730 with accessories

  A cost-effective gaming rig with decent upgrade options, it's well worth considering, especially with the right discount.

  • the Long-Term Gamer
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  • the Multitasker
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  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  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	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Sid Meier’s Civilization VI

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 8.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 21.60 x 43.75 x 45.87 cm

  Weight: 13.740 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1064.11

  • US$1064.11 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-06-24 07:33:33, EDT
  • US$1178.12 from Dell (New)
    as of 2019-06-24 09:21:10, EDT
  • US$1291.38 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-06-21 09:48:51, EDT

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  HP Omen Gaming PC from US$990;
  ~$1590 with accessories

  If you don't want to wait for your gaming PC to be built for you, this model offers good specs and can be conveniently picked up at your local electronic retail... Read More about the 870-219

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  • the Productivity-Focused User
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  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Sid Meier’s Civilization VI

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 12.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 16.50 x 42.00 x 40.10 cm

  Weight: 10.500 kg

  detailed info

  from US$988.1

  • US$988.1 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:16:32, EDT
  • US$1099 from eBay (Refurbished)
    as of 2019-06-26 04:00:47, EDT
  • US$1533.3 from Amazon (Refurbished)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:40:29, EDT

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  MSI Trident 3 Small Form Factor Gaming PC from US$8405% cheaper than usual
  ~$1390 with accessories

  Delivering impressive gaming performance in a compact machine, this Gaming PC could be especially interesting if you're looking to add a gaming PC in your livin... Read More about the 8RC-007CA

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  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Compact Towers standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Sid Meier’s Civilization VI

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 7.18 x 23.25 x 34.63 cm

  Weight: 6.100 kg

  detailed info

  from US$836.08

  • US$836.08 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 07:50:30, EDT
  • US$836.08 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 09:17:09, EDT
  • US$892.7 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 09:10:47, EDT

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  MSI Trident 3 Compact Gaming PC from US$1200;
  ~$1872 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

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  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Compact Towers standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Sid Meier’s Civilization VI

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Overwatch

  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: 6.300 kg

  detailed info

  US$1199 from Pipertech (New) as of 2019-06-21 11:15:08, EDT

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  Asus GL704 ROG Strix SCAR II 17" Gaming Laptop from US$1220;
  ~$1689 with accessories

  This large laptop is an excellent pick for those of us in need of a powerful computer but can't dedicate a full-time desk spacer for it.

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  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops 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	1/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  3.5/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Sid Meier’s Civilization VI

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Overwatch

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8750H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Screen Size: 17.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 39.88 x 27.18 x 2.54 cm

  Weight: 2.950 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1215.37

  • US$1215.37 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 07:12:48, EDT
  • US$1523.2 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:50:11, EDT
  • US$1596.17 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 06:06:49, EDT

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  Sony PlayStation 4 Slim from US$29017% cheaper than usual
  ~$574 with accessories

  The PS4 has been a staple of console gaming since 2013. The device's look has changed a little since it was first announced; it's now a bit smaller, but overall... Read More about the

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  Device Ratings

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Consoles standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  2.5/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in Sid Meier’s Civilization VI

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in Overwatch

  3.5/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: AMD PS4 CPU

  Graphics: AMD PS4 GPU

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 28.80 x 26.50 x 3.90 cm

  Weight: 2.100 kg

  detailed info

  from US$284.27

  • US$284.27 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-06-22 21:54:28, EDT
  • US$334.43 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-06-23 08:14:00, EDT

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  Nintendo Switch from US$290;
  ~$380 with accessories

  The Nintendo Switch is the game console you can either use in the living room as a "regular" game console, or on the move as a tablet.

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  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by Small Tablets standards

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

  by Consoles standards

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

  performance in Triple-A Video Games

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in Sid Meier’s Civilization VI

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in Overwatch

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Nvidia Tegra X1

  Graphics: Nvidia Maxwell 256

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 6.2"

  Screen Resolution: 1280×720

  Dimensions: 23.88 x 10.16 x 1.40 cm

  Weight: 0.400 kg

  detailed info

  from US$288.79

  • US$288.79 from Toys R Us Canada (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 11:57:38, EDT
  • US$288.8 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 11:57:19, EDT
  • US$288.8 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 11:57:03, EDT
  • US$288.8 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 08:58:13, EDT
  • US$288.82 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 08:18:50, EDT
  • US$288.82 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 08:26:39, EDT
  • US$288.82 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 07:22:21, EDT
  • US$288.82 from EB Games (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:52:57, EDT
  • US$288.82 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 11:58:24, EDT
  • US$288.82 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 07:45:56, EDT
  • US$304.02 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 07:41:33, EDT
  • US$304.02 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 07:55:06, EDT

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