Overclockers UK Supreme Christmas Guide to Buying a Gaming PC

Christmas is fast approaching. This means it’s time to grab the perfect gift for the gamer in your life. 

Overclockers UK Supreme Christmas Guide to Buying a Gaming PC

As you may already know, we produce some amazing gaming PCs here at Overclockers UK to suit almost everyone. From casual to enthusiast, pre-built to custom and configurable; someone’s dream PC is just waiting to be gifted! What’s even better, we’ve found some terrific extras that would make for great stocking fillers! 


The Gamer Dad 

The Gamer Dad does not ask for much. Just a bit of peace and quiet when they are allowed to disappear into the mancave for a few precious hours of gaming. Best to make that time memorable with a gaming PC that packs plenty of performance! Overclockers UK Supreme Christmas Guide to Buying a Gaming PCIf you’re going big for the gamer dad in your life this Christmas, it doesn’t get bigger than this.

What’s more, this is one of our configurable gaming PCs. As such, you can adjust the hardware from a pre-selected list to better suit dad’s spec! Configure the PC case, memory, graphics card, operating system, light box, and choose up to four high-speed SSDs. 

OcUK Gaming Germanium Z7

OcUK Gaming Germanium Z7 - Intel Core i7 14700KF, GeForce RTX 4090 Gaming PC
Specification
Phanteks Evolv X ATX Glass Mid Tower Case – Black
Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Elite AX Motherboard
Intel Core i7 14700KF Twenty Core Processor
Gigabyte RTX 4090 24GB GDDR6X Graphics Card
32GB DDR5 5600MHz Dual Channel Kit

Corsair HS80 Wireless Premium Gaming Headset (White)

Doesn’t dad deserve a little privacy? Make their me-time special by putting the Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless Gaming Headset in their stocking. With its comfortable memory foam earpads, they’ll be able to sink into the rich sounds offered by this headset’s spatial audio. Plus, its super-stylish; even your dad will look cool wearing them thanks to the clean white aesthetic and dazzling, dynamic RGB lighting. 

Corsair HS80 Wireless Premium Gaming Headset

The Nerdy Sibling 

Now how do you shop for the Nerdy Sibling who already has their favourite games set in stone? You make sure they get the best experience playing them, of course! Our range of Refract Gaming PCs is designed to perfectly match up with a range of gameplay styles and has recently had a hardware refresh, too. The Jade slots right into the middle, aimed at players of popular AAA titles like Grand Theft Auto V and Forza Horizon 5 who want to elevate their game. 

Refract Gaming Jade

Refract Gaming Jade 2023
Specification
Kolink Citadel Glass SE ARGB Micro-ATX (Black)
AMD B650 WiFi DDR5 Micro-ATX Motherboard
AMD Ryzen 7 7700 Processor
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti Graphics Card
32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR5 5600MHz Dual-Channel Kit

Ducky ProjectD Tinker 75% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

The Ducky Project D Tinker is the perfect gaming keyboard for Nerdy Siblings. This mechanical keyboard uses only the finest materials this side of the North Pole and offers extensive customisation options, with hot-swappable switches and QMK/VIA enabled. As a result, the Ducky Project D Tinker delivers an unparalleled and fine-tunable typing experience, whether working from home or dominating the gaming competition. 

This model is equipped with Cherry MX Speed Silver switches, equipped with linear feedback, a 45g actuation force, and short travel. Perfect for rapid-fire keypresses. 

Ducky Project D Tinker 75% RGB USB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
Glorious Polycarbonate - RGB Polychroma UK English RGB Keycaps (GLO-KB-ACC-KC-PC

Keycaps

Now for that personal touch! Why not pair this mechanical gaming keyboard with a set of keycaps to match your Nerdy Sibling’s aesthetic. Choose from a range of vibrant colours, different materials, and even transparencies if they’re all about that RGB life! With a veritable rainbow to pick from, the perfect keycap set is waiting for you. 


The Dungeon Dweller 

The Dungeon Dweller wears their title with a certain amount of pride. They may not be a literal basement dweller, but they live for the long nights spent raiding. Therefore, they’re going to need a gaming PC prepared to put in the hours alongside them without losing performance. The Refract Gaming Celeste will be the perfect partner for them. Our team of tech experts has designed this system to ensure cohesive operation and a top-notch gaming experience. 

Refract Gaming Celeste

Refract Gaming Celeste 2023
Specification
Kolink Unity Lateral Mid Tower PC Case
AMD B560 WifI DDR5 ATX Motherboard
AMD Ryzen 7 7700X Processor
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Graphics Card
32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR5 5600MHz Dual-Channel Kit

Ducky One 3 Classic 65 Pure White Keyboard

Let’s brighten up that basement with this stocking stuffer. With its fresh white aesthetic and RGB lighting, the Ducky One 3 Classic Pure White is sure to stand out. This mechanical gaming keyboard has everything your Dungeon Dweller could ask for. Built on Quack Mechanics, it features true PBT double-shot keycaps, hot-swappable PCB to customise switch feedback, and an improved Macro layout.  

This is the SF (65%) model with Cherry MX Silent Red switches. Thanks to the drop-down menus, you can change the size, switches, and even swap to a whole new colour scheme from the Ducky One 3 range! 

Ducky One 3 Classic 65 USB RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Cherry Silent Red - Pure White UK Layout

On-the-Go Gamer 

Whether they just can’t sit still or like to move around, a gaming PC might not be what works for the On-the-Go Gamer. So, let’s pack all the power of a desktop into something that’s portable and suitable. The MSI Pulse 16 AI is a gaming laptop that can perform with the best of them. Intel Ultra AI-enhanced CPU? Check. NVIDIA RTX 4070 graphics card? Double check. All installed inside a slim, portable, stylish chassis you can easily take with you wherever you go? Check and mate. 

MSI Pulse 16 AI Gaming Laptop

MSI Pulse AI Gaming Laptop
Specification
16″ QHD+ 165Hz Display
Intel Core Ultra 9 185H Processor
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Graphics Card
16GB DDR5 RAM
1TB NVMe PCIe SSD

Glorious Model I 2 Wired Gaming Mouse

Of course, every PC gamer needs a good gaming mouse in their stocking to achieve peak performance. The wired Glorious Model I 2 is perfect for packing up to take on the go with the gaming laptop at a super lightweight 75g. It’ll never let your On-the-Go Gamer down thanks to Glorious’s propitiatory BAMF 2.0 sensor avoiding any lag issues they might otherwise have to deal with. Plus, it’s available in black or white with vibrant RGB to match any aesthetic! 

Glorious Model I 2 Wireless RGB Optical Gaming Mouse - Matte White (GLO-MS-IWV2-MW)

The VR Connoisseur 

The VR Connoisseur takes their gaming to a whole new reality, so their tech needs to keep up. Our VR Ready Gaming PC range has everything VR gamers need to enjoy smooth performance. We like the OcUK Gaming Harrier for its small footprint, yet mighty hardware. Pairing an AMD Ryzen 7 7700X CPU, Radeon RX 7700 XT GPU, and up to 64GB DDR5 RAM sounds like the perfect mix for VR gaming

OcUK Gaming Harrier

OcUK Gaming Harrier - AMD Ryzen 7 7700X, Radeon RX 7700 XT Gaming PC
Specification
Aerocool Dryft Mini v2 Micro-ATX Case
AMD B650 WIFI Micro-ATX Motherboard
AMD Ryzen 7 7700X Processor
AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT 12GB Graphics Card
32GB DDR5 5200MHz Dual Channel Kit

HTC VIVE XR Elite All-in-One XR and PC-VR Headset

With the HTC VIVE XR Elite, you can choose to use it as a stand-alone VR headset or connect to your computer for some PC VR action! Either way, you are getting a 3840 x 1920 combined resolution, up to 110-degrees field of view, and a 90Hz refresh rate, delivering smooth VR gaming on all your favourite titles. Who doesn’t want immersive gaming waiting for them under the tree this year?! 

HTC VIVE XR Elite All-in-one XR and PC-VR Gaming System

The Streaming Superstar 

Lastly, there’s the Streaming Superstar to consider. Whether they’re a fledgling in the field or a seasoned expert, they need to have a gaming PC that can handle the stream while delivering excellent performance. The Refract Gaming Indigo has not only been built for streamers but also to deliver 4K resolution and handle amazing titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Alan Wake II

Refract Gaming Indigo 

Refract Gaming Indigo 2023
Specification
Kolink Citadel Mesh ATX ARGB Mid-Tower PC Case
AMD B650 DDR5 WiFi ATX Motherboard
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D Processor
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Graphics Card
32GB (2 x16GB) DDR5 5600MHz Dual-Channel Kit

Streamplify Range

For a Streaming Superstar, the gaming PC is only half the battle. Make their setup, and stocking, sizzle with something from the Streamplify range. From HD webcams to capture them at their best angle to ring lights that will up the production value, Streamplify will be your one-stop shop for all things streaming accessories. There are microphones, USB hubs, and even acoustic panelling – you’re sure to find something the Streaming Superstar needs here. 

Streamplify MIC ARM Microphone

Christmas Hardware Essentials Gift Guide

Need More Inspiration?

Looking for more gift ideas from us? With sweet stocking fillers, marvellous mid-size gifts, and breathtaking big-ticket winners, we’ve got present ideas to help fulfil everyone’s Christmas wishlist. Read our Ultimate Gift Guide for more ideas! 


Important Christmas Cut Off Dates 

To ensure you get your gifts in time, we’ve included all the important delivery dates you need below! 

Postman Pack

The Christmas cut-off date for custom gaming PCs is December 1st 2024. Any systems ordered after this date aren’t guaranteed to arrive before December 25th 2024. Pre-built PCs and peripherals can be ordered up until December 20th 2024.

For more details and further delivery dates, please read our dedicated post.

Christmas Cut Off 2024 GFX Friday 20th

Know What to Get the Gamer in Your Life?

Feeling ready and prepared to get the perfect gift for the gamer in your life? 

PC specs are subject to change.

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