Shopping for a gaming PC on a budget can be a challenge. You may be left with countless questions about what the right hardware and accessories to buy based on your demands.
However, we’re here to demystify the cost of a PC, highlighting how you can budget for your computer and peripherals to perfectly suit your requirements.
How Much is a Gaming PC?
No two gaming PCs cost the same. How much you pay depends on the hardware, performance demands, brands, and any extra aesthetic features that you add. Ultimately there isn’t one fixed price for our gaming PCs, no matter how much we dream.
The world of PC hardware and the related costs can be a complex subject. We’ve got even more helpful budgeting tips over on the Overclockers UK blog. Check it out!
How Much Do I Need to Spend on a Gaming PC for…
Whilst we can’t give you a definitive answer for how much your PC will cost, we’ve broken down different set-ups for a variety of needs from casual 1080p gaming, and streaming, to the ultimate battle station. Our aim here is to highlight what the average budget should be depending on your requirements.
Casual 1080p Gaming
For casual gaming at 1080p or light internet browsing, you won’t need a lot of firepower. The Refract Gaming Amber features plenty of the latest hardware at a friendly price point, meaning you don’t need to compromise on either performance or budget. It’s the perfect foundation for any 1080p set-up thanks to the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4060 GPU.
No gaming set-up is complete with the must-have accessories, including a high-quality monitor to display your favourite games in high-definition, a keyboard to deliver responsive typing, gaming mouse to dominate your enemies, and finally a headset to immerse you fully in those impressive soundtracks.
Refract Gaming Amber Pre-Built PC
- Pre-built gaming PC
- AMD Ryzen 5 7500F CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4060
- 32GB DDR5 EXPO RAM kit
- 1TB M.2 SSD
- Customisable RGB lighting
Gigabyte G27FC A 27” Monitor
- 27” gaming monitor
- VA panel
- 1920 x 1080 display
- 165Hz refresh rates
ThunderX3 EAZE Loft Grey Gaming Chair
- Ergonomic gaming chair
- Breathable plush fabric
- SYNC 4 mechanism
- Adjustable lumbar support
Endgame Gear KB65HE 65% Hall Effect Gaming Keyboard
- Hall Effect gaming keyboard
- 65% form factor
- Glorious Gateron key switches
- PBT double-shot keycaps
Endgame Gear OP1 Gaming Mouse
- Optical gaming mouse
- Pixart PAW3395 sensor
- Up to 26,000 CPI
- Hybrid skate design
Corsair HS65 Gaming Headset
- 7.1 surround sound
- 50mm neodymium audio drivers
- Omni-directional microphone
- Memory foam ear cups
OcUK Mega Mat XXL Premium Gaming Surface
- XXL premium gaming mouse pad
- Built from woven fabric
- Optimised for use with optical gaming mice
- Rubberised base
The total cost for this gaming set-up is £1,683.08*.
Mid-tier 1440p Gaming
To render your games at 1440p, you’ll need a little extra oomph in your hardware, which of course, comes with an increase in price. However, this extra cost doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom, for the Refract Gaming Celeste will render all the latest in incredible quality with silky-smooth frame rates, thanks to AMD Ryzen 7 7700X CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4070. 32GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB M.2 SSD ensures fast loading times and plenty of storage space for your gaming library.
For your accessories, you’ll need the essentials such as a monitor boasting a high refresh rate, durable keyboard and mouse, along with a crystal-clear headset. In addition to all of this, a microphone is a must for your late-night gaming marathons with the squad. The Endgame Gear XSTRM delivers perfect studio-quality audio that is wallet-friendly.
Refract Gaming Celeste Pre-built PC
- Pre-built gaming PC
- Designed for mid-range gaming and streaming
- AMD Ryzen 7 7700X CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4070
- 32GB DDR5 RAM
MSI MAG 275CQRXF 27” Monitor
- 27” gaming monitor
- 2560 x 1440 resolution
- VA panel
- 240Hz refresh rates
Nitro Concepts S300 EX Gaming Chair
- Built from PU leather and cold foam upholstery
- Adjustable ergonomics
- 3D armrests
- Includes two plush cushions
Ducky Project D Tinker 75% Mechanical Keyboard
- Mechanical gaming keyboard
- 75% form factor
- Hot-swappable PCB
- Double-shot PBT keycaps
Glorious Model D 2 Wireless Gaming Mouse
- Wireless gaming mouse
- Glorious BAMF 2.0 optical sensor
- Up to 26,000 DPI
- 210 hour battery life
ASUS ROG Delta USB Gaming Headset
- Airtight chamber design
- ASUS Essence audio drivers
- Uni-directional microphone
- Ergonomic D-shaped ear cups
Endgame Geat XSTRM Microphone
- Studio-quality microphone
- Included shock mount and pop filter
- Intelligent AI noise cancellation
- 3.5mm headphone jack
OcUK Mega Mat Medium Gaming Surface
- Gaming mouse mat
- 352mm x 255mm
- Made from woven fibre
- Rubberised base
The total cost for this set-up is £2818.03*.
4K Gaming
4K gaming doesn’t have to be a dream forever. You need the right hardware and budget to achieve those incredible visuals. Thankfully, the Refract Gaming Indigo has been fine-tuned to power your games at 4K resolutions courtesy of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D. Powerful Zen 4 architecture and 3D V-Cache will deliver blisteringly fast speeds and enhanced efficiency, whilst the NVIDIA RTX 4080 Super unlocks peak graphical prowess with support for Ray Tracing and DLSS 3.5.
No 4K gaming set-up is complete with a compatible monitor to match. You’ll need to pair this powerful hardware with a 4K monitor, such as the ASUS ROG Strix 32’’ XG32UQ. The 3840 x 2160 display delivers ultra-responsive gameplay and refresh rates of up to 160Hz. All of which you can enjoy in peak comfort sat upon a plush ergonomic gaming chair. What more could you need?
Refract Gaming Indigo Pre-built PC
- Pre-built gaming PC
- Designed for elite-tier gaming and streaming
- AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4080 Super
- 32GB DDR5 EXPO RAM kit
ASUS ROG Strix X32UQ Gaming Monitor
- 32” gaming monitor
- 3840 x 2160 display
- IPS panel
- 160Hz refresh rates
ThunderX3 Core Black Gaming Chair
- Ergonomic gaming chair
- SYNC 6 mechanism or six-way adjustability
- CORE.RDY 360 Tech
- Integrated lumbar support
Ducky Zero 6108 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
- Wireless mechanical keyboard
- Full-size form factor
- Hot-swappable PCB
- Double-shot PBT keycaps
Endgame Gear XM1r USB Optical Gaming Mouse
- Optical gaming mouse
- Pixart PAW 3370 sensor
- Kalih GM 8.0 switches
- Hybrid skate design
ASUS ROG Strix Fusion II Gaming Headset
- 7.1 surround sound
- 50mm ASUS Essence audio drivers
- ROG AI Beamforming microphone
- Ergonomic ear cushions
Endgame Gear MPC890 XXL Gaming Surface
- XXL mousepad
- Made from premium Cordura materials
- Optimised for use with optical gaming mice
- Anti-slip rubber base
The total cost for this 4K gaming set-up is £4041.81*.
Streaming
If you’re looking to get camera ready with the perfect live streaming set-up, we’ve got you! You’ll need to ensure you’ve got plenty of space in your budget to purchase the additional accessories you need to get your stream looking *chef’s kiss*. At the heart of this set-up is the Refract Gaming Ultraviolet, designed to deliver next-level performance across all your demanding workloads. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4090 GPU unlock lightning-fast speeds and stunning visuals. Everything you need to wow your audience.
What’s more, accessories such as the Streamplify MIC Pro and CAM Pro ensure your audience hears your quick wit loud and clear, whilst also guaranteeing you look picture perfect.
Refract Gaming Ultraviolet Pre-built PC
- Pre-built gaming PC
- Designed for elite-tier gaming and streaming
- AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4090
- 32GB DDR5 EXPO RAM kit
MSI G274QPX Gaming Monitor
- 27” gaming monitor
- 2650 x 1440 display
- IPS panel
- 240Hz refresh rate
noblechairs LEGEND Shure Special Edition
- Special edition gaming chair
- Officially licensed design
- LEGEND model
- Panelling and design emulates the Shure 55SH microphone
Ducky One 3 Classic Full-sized Mechanical Keyboard
- Mechanical gaming keyboard
- Full-sized form factor
- Hot-swappable PCB
- Double-shot PBT keycaps
Corsair Virtuoso RGB Wireless Gaming Headset
- Wireless headset
- 50mm neodymium drivers
- Corsair Slipstream wireless technology
- Detachable microphone
Streamplify MIC Pro Microphone
- USB microphone
- Built-in noise reduction
- Four condenser capsules
- Includes anti-vibration shock mount
Streamplify CAM Pro Webcam
- 4K webcam
- 8.5 megapixels and Sony CMOS sensor
- Rotating shutter cover with mute function
- Magnetic foot stand
Endgame Gear MPC1200 XXL Gaming Mousepad
- XXL gaming surface
- Constructed from premium Cordura material
- Fine-tuned for optical gaming mice
- Anti-slip rubber base
This streaming set-up costs a total of £4022.87*.
Ultimate
If budget isn’t a concern, you can truly spoil yourself with our ultimate gaming set-up powered by the 8Pack ABS. This extreme gaming PC harnesses the very best hardware including a pre-configured Intel i9 14900K CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4090. Your demanding workloads will be handled with ease thanks to the powerful hybrid core architecture, whilst your favourite gaming worlds are rendered in ultra lifelike quality. All of which is kept performing at optimum temperatures thanks to the integrated custom water-cooling loop.
With a completely custom keyboard, you can truly unleash your creativity. A barebone keyboard, such as the Ducky ProjectD Tinker, allows you to fine-tune this peripheral to perfectly suit your needs, with ultra-fast Kalih Speed Silver key switches and durable PBT keycaps. What’s more, cable clutter will be a thing of the past with the Streamplify HUB Deck 5, allowing you to easily organise all your additional accessories.
8Pack ABS Extreme Gaming PC
- All black system = ABS
- Overclocked Intel i9 14900K and 64GB DDR5 RAM
- NVIDIA RTX 4090 GPU
- Custom water-cooling loop
Gigabyte AORUS FI32U Gaming Monitor
- 32” gaming monitor
- 3840 x 2160 display
- IPS panel
- 144Hz refresh rate
noblechairs LEGEND Black Gaming Chair
- Built from PU leather and cold foam padding
- Integrated ergonomics and lumbar support
- 4D armrests
- Stainless steel frame
Glorious Model D 2 Wireless Gaming Mouse
- Wireless gaming mouse
- Ultra lightweight construction
- Glorious BAMF 2.0 optical sensor
- Customisable RGB lighting
ASUS TUF Wireless H3 Gaming Headset
- Wireless gaming headset
- 50mm ASUS Essence audio drivers
- Up to 15 hours of battery life
- 2.4GHz connectivity
Ducky Project D Tinker 65% Barebone Custom Keyboard
- Barebone custom keyboard
- 65% form factor
- Hot-swappable PCB
- Gasket mounting for key switches
Ducky Kalih Super Speed Silver V2 KeySwitches
- Kalih Box key switch kit
- 110 pieces
- Kalih Super Speed Silver switch type
- Linear feedback
Ducky 132 PBT ANSI/ISO Daisy Keycaps
- Ducky 132 keycaps
- Made from PBT plastic
- Dye-sub printing
- Novelty daisy motifs and pastel colour scheme
Streamplify HUB Deck
- USB 5-port Hub
- 4 x USB 3.0
- 1 x USB 2.0A power charging
- Customisable RGB lighting
OcUK Mega Mat XXL Premium Gaming Surface
- Premium XXL gaming surface
- Made from woven fibre
- Rubberised base
- Optimised for optical gaming mice
This ultimate gaming set-up costs £9485.77*.
Game on a Budget
If you’re looking for more advice on how to shop for your next PC upgrade on a budget, we’ve got plenty of helpful articles to suit a range of price points.
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*Prices correct at time of writing and PC specs are subject to change.
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Ruth Rowley
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Ruth has been with Overclockers UK for over a year and has gone on to write about everything ranging from in-depth hardware guides to monthly game releases.
Outside of writing blog posts, she can be found wrapped in a blanket with her black cat, engrossed in a book or playing life-simulation games such as The Sims, Stardew Valley, and Animal Crossing.
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