The best gaming PC

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It’s essential to get the best gaming PC you can afford
And unless Candy Crush tops your gaming wishlist, you’ll probably need some firepower to tackle the newest games you’re interested in
Not only can the best gaming PCs get you there but they should also give you years of viable gaming power
 And if you’re planning on playing the latest and upcoming AAA games, like Doom Eternal and the Outer Worlds, you must get one of the
best gaming PCs packed with the most cutting edge internals possible
Not only have Nvidia’s Super RTX graphic cards offered more power for value than ever before, but AMD’s Navi cards and Ryzen 3rd
generation chips have just about matched Team Blue in terms of value and performance, giving you a smorgasbord of options, regardless of
your budget.And because of all those options available, you can now find the best processors and best graphics card for your needs
regardless of whether you’re leaning toward Intel, AMD or Nvidia.To cut through the overwhelming options out there, we’ve assembled a
list of the best gaming PCs you can get right now, all of which we’ve personally reviewed
And there’s a variety of options to check out, whether it’s from stalwarts like Alienware or newer firms like Corsair.So read on to find
out more about the best gaming PCs out there at the moment
Whether you’re gaming on a budget or want a kitted-out rig, there’s something for you here
And don’t forget to check out upcoming Black Friday deals to save on your next gaming PC.What you need to know about Black Friday
2019Gaming PCs can be very expensive purchases, so if you're keen on taking the sting out of the price tag a bit, a good idea is to shop
around Black Friday and Cyber Monday
This is because many retailers slash the prices of gaming desktop PCs during those events, which can save you a decent amount of money
Look out for special offers that bundle free games in as well, as that's another great way of keeping the costs of upgrading to a new gaming
PC relatively low
If you're after something more portable, check out our Black Friday laptop deals page where we'll be rounding up all of the best offers
throughout November.Corsair One i160HP Omen Desktop PCAlienware Aurora R8Intel Hades Canyon NUCHP Omen ObeliskOrigin MillenniumAlienware
Area 51 Threadripper EditionMSI Trident XCorsair Vengeance 5185 Gaming PCDell G5 Gaming DesktopThe Corsair One has been among the best
gaming PCs ever since it came on the scene a few years ago.(Image credit: Corsair)1
Corsair One i160The best gaming PC of 2019CPU: Intel Core i9-9900K | Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti | RAM: 16GB – 32GB | Storage:
480GB SSD + 2TB HDDExtremely powerful Beautiful design Very expensive The Corsair One has been among the best gaming PCs ever since it
came on the scene a few years ago, and the Corsair One i160 only takes things to the next level with Nvidia Turing graphics and Intel Coffee
Lake Refresh processors
This gaming PC can handle 4K gaming in a chassis that’s not much bigger than your average gaming console
It’s pricey – that much power kind of has to be – yet it’s certainly worth it if you’re looking for a small form factor machine
without compromises.Read the full review:Corsair One i160 There’s definitely something for everybody as far as HP Omen Desktop PC's
configurations go.(Image credit: HP)2
HP Omen Desktop PCGaming PC powerhouse that’s worth the priceCPU: Intel Core i7-8700 – i7-9700K | Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
– RTX 2080 Ti | RAM: Up to 64GB | Storage: 1TB HDD – 512GB SSD + 2TB HDDHigh poweredHighly upgradableUp to 165Hz refresh ratesNot the
best looking PCWhile the Decepticon look this gaming PC sports might only be for some, there’s definitely something for everybody as far
as configurations go – whether you’re a casual gamer on a budget or a hardcore one willing to drop a lot of dough for a souped up rig
At less than $1,500 (about £1,180, AU$2,170), you’re getting more than enough power to get you through AAA games, albeit probably not on
Ultra
At $2,335 (about £1,835, AU$3,235) or more, you’re getting a considerable amount of power and storage
Plus, HP Omen Desktop PC comes in a tool-less design, making it upgradeable
There isn’t any doubt that this one belongs on our best gaming PCs list.Read the full review: HP Omen Desktop PCThe Alienware Aurora R8 is
a stunning gaming machine that gives you the latest and greatest inside.(Image credit: Alienware)3
Alienware Aurora R8Perfect entry into high-end gamingCPU: Intel Core i7 8700 – Intel Core i9 9900K | Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 –
RTX 2080 Ti | RAM: 8GB – 32GB | Storage: 1TB HDD – 2TB SSD, 2TB HDDPlenty of computing powerLots of portsPricing is just OKThe Alienware
Aurora R8 can cost a pretty penny, especially if you’re getting one of the souped up configurations
But this stunner of a gaming machine gives you the latest and greatest inside, delivering an excellent and immersive gaming experience in a
cool-looking chassis with appealing RGB lighting
If you’re more than a casual gamer who needs a setup that can tackle 1440p and even a bit of 4K gaming, this is one of the best gaming PCs
on the market today.Read the full review: Alienware Aurora R8If you’re looking for the best gaming PC under $1,000, the Intel Hades Canyon
NUC may just be your dream machine.(Image credit: Intel)4
Intel Hades Canyon NUCThe best small form factor gaming PCCPU: Intel Core i7 | Graphics: Radeon RX Vega M GL – GH | RAM: up to 64GB |
Storage: up to 2TB SSD, 2TB SSD Lots of ports  Easy to upgrade  Expensive If you’re looking for the best gaming PC under $1,000, the
Intel Hades Canyon NUC may just be your dream machine
This teeny gaming PC isn’t just cost-effective, but space-saving as well
In fact, it resembles a set-top box more than a gaming PC
Don’t let its size fool you, however – it houses all the power that the best gaming laptopsshould to handle the best laptop games, with
an 8th-generation Intel Core i7 processor and discrete AMD Radeon graphics
You’ll have to provide your own RAM, storage and your own OS, but if you have extra PC hardware lying around, there are still plenty of
savings to be had.Read the full review:Intel Hades Canyon NUC This rectangular monster is definitely worthy of its moniker as it boasts
lots of power.(Image credit: HP)5
HP Omen ObeliskTricked out stunner for the hardcore gamerCPU: Intel Core i5-8400 – i5-9600K | Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti – RTX
2080Ti | RAM: up to 64GB | Storage: 1TB HDD – 1TB SSD, 3TB+3TB HDDLots of powerAppealing, tool-less designHighly upgradeableBase model
hardly future-proofThis rectangular monster is definitely worthy of its moniker as it boasts lots of power… more than enough, in fact, for
most gamers’ needs
When you’ve the funds for an upper-tier configuration, you’ll get a behemoth
Unfortunately, budget minded buyers will have to be satisfied with gameplay at medium settings, since the lower end models don’t pack the
same firepower
Still, because of its high upgradability and tool-less design, such buyers are only an upgrade or two from the best gaming experience on
Ultra or Max settings either
Plus, we’ve honestly seen more expensive machines for those specs.Read the full review: HP Omen Obelisk reviewBecause of its svelte design
and flexible specs, the Origin Millennium is among the best gaming PCs right now.(Image credit: Origin)6
Origin MillenniumThe best gaming PC for configuration optionsCPU: Intel Core i5 9600K – AMD Ryzen 9 3900X | Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX
1660 – Hydro X Cooled NVIDIA GeForce RTX Titan | RAM: 32GB | Storage: 250GB – 4TB SSDSharp and solid new designStealthy PC case
elementsMore expensive than a DIY PCWhen you grab a new machine from Origin, it’s almost like you’ve built it yourself
But, you do have to be acquainted with PC components to decide for yourself what goes into the rig and how much money you’re willing to
spend
So, our only real criticism of the Origin Millennium is that you can put together a similar gaming PC yourself and save hundreds of dollars
On the other hand, because of its svelte design and flexible specs – not to mention, the convenience, we bet you won’t even want to.Read
the full review:Origin Millennium This product is only available in the US as of this writing
UK and Australian readers: check out a fine alternative in the Overclockers 8Pack Asteroid.The Area 51 Threadripper Edition pushes the
boundaries of both technology and your bank account.(Image credit: Alienware)7
Alienware Area 51 Threadripper EditionTop-notch power comes at a costCPU: AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X – 2950X | Graphics: Nvidia GeForce
GTX 1050Ti – Dual Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 Ti | RAM: 8GB – 64GB | Storage: 2TB HDD – 2TB SSD; 2TB HDDSo much space for
activitiesRecord-breaking benchmark resultsAbsolutely massiveAbsurdly expensiveIn true Alienware fashion, the Area 51 Threadripper Edition
pushes the boundaries of both technology and your bank account
It’s extremely powerful, distinctly boasting the latest AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X across all of its configurations
The Area 51’s triad-design hasn’t altered much since its release back in 2014, but the inside of this desktop is basically tool-less to
upgrade, not that you would even need to consider it’s already one of the best gaming PCs of 2019.Read the full review: Alienware Area 51
Threadripper Edition This product is only available in the US at the time of this writing
UK and Australian readers: check out a fine alternative in the Corsair One  The small MSI Trident X PC doesn’t pull any punches.(Image
credit: MSI)8
MSI Trident XOut of this world performanceCPU: Intel Core i7-9700K – i9-9900K | Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 – 2080 Ti | RAM: 16GB
| Storage: 512GB SSD – 512GB SSD, 2TB HDDInsane gaming performanceNice aestheticsQuestionable build qualityIt was only a matter of time
before the best gaming PCs started rolling out with the newest Coffee Lake Refresh and Nvidia Turing parts, and the MSI Trident X was the
one to lead the charge
This small chassis PC doesn’t pull any punches, and will absolutely demolish any game you throw at it, at any resolution
Just remember that the thin metal build is a little flimsy for travel, and its price tag is a bit hefty
However, if you’re seeking no-holds-barred power that will fit right in your living room, you can’t do much better than this.Read the
full review: MSI Trident The Corsair Vengeance 5185 will, without a doubt, get you back in the game.(Image credit: Corsair)9
Corsair Vengeance 5185 Gaming PCCPU: Intel Core i7-8700 | Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 | RAM: 2x8GB DDR4-2666 | Storage: 480GB M.2 NVMe
SSD – 2TB 7200RPM 2.5” HDDSolid performanceBeautiful chassisOnly 8th-generation chipTrue to its name, the Corsair Vengeance 5185 will,
without a doubt, get you back in the game, if your existing PC has been holding you back
This highly-customizable gaming PC is among the best gaming PCs out there with its powerful components, massive storage space and an
effective cooling system that keeps that heat down
A fan of RGB lighting? This has no shortage of that, all wrapped in a tempered glass chassis that’s just the ticket for showing those
innards off.The Dell G5 boasts 9th-generation Intel chips as well as Nvidia’s most powerful gaming GTX and RTX graphics cards.(Image
credit: Dell)10
Dell G5 Gaming DesktopBudget gaming at its bestCPU: 9th Gen Intel Core i3-9100 – i9 9900K | Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 – RTX 2070
| RAM: 8GB – 64GB | Storage: 1TBSSD – 1TB SSD + 2TB HDDAffordableVR-ready configurationsBase models won’t get you through the most
demanding gamesA unique chassis coupled with a price to beat, Dell’s latest in its G series gaming PCs is a solid contender in budget
gaming
The Dell G5 boasts 9th-generation Intel chips as well as Nvidia’s most powerful gaming GTX and RTX graphics cards, starting with an i3
processor and the GTX 1650 to handle many powerful games without burning a whole in your pocket
Of course, if you’ve got more case to spare, it’s VR ready configurations are also on hand, though even those are absolutely
affordable.Bill Thomas, Gabe Carey and Michelle Rae Uy have also contributed to this articleawbNCoAKzzUB8Vjy8e7RB7.jpg?#