Gaming PCs typicall last between 4 to 6 years before its key components fall below modern game requirements. The overall lifespan of a gaming PC depends factors like hardware tier, maintenance, gaming habits, game engine requirements, overclocking, and upgrades. Lifespan of A Gaming PC By Build Tier Build Tier Expected Lifespan Example Setup Upgrade Needed … Read more
I have built a lot of gaming PCs, hundreds of those. You will find many articles on the internet about building a gaming computer, but most of them share the same outdated knowledge. Well, I have 5 PC-building tips that you might not have read about before. Be sure not to miss the Tip No … Read more
Modern video games require sufficient RAM to run smoothly on your PC. You should have at least 16GB of RAM to play most games, however, 32GB of RAM would allow higher FPS performance, especially in higher-end AAA or eSports games”. It’s not the RAM capacity alone that affects your gaming performance. By the end of … Read more
Overclocking your gaming PC isn’t a hard thing to do. Once you know the basics of overclocking, it’s easier for you to squeeze more performance out of your machine. Indeed, it’s the cheapest way to get more FPS performance out of your PC. So, in this beginner guide, we’ll talk about what is overclocking and … Read more
Yes, a $1000 budget is enough to build a decent gaming PC that handle modern games at 1080p 60fps or 1440p 30fps settings. With a budget of $1000, you can buy a mid-range CPU, graphics card, and 16GB RAM to build your own gaming machine. Furthermore, you can also buy a prebuilt gaming PC under … Read more
Gaming at 8K (7680 x 4320 pixels) resolution offers unparalleled level of graphics detail and immersion. I’m writing at the time when 4K is the most popular among gamers. However, 8K is the future of gaming as it offers 4 times higher resolution than the 4K. In this guide we will talk about miniumum hardware … Read more
Optimizing your gaming PC for ray tracing allows you to enjoy shadows, textures, reflections in high detail. Turning on ray tracing means you put more stress on PC hardware. Configuring your PC for ray tracing performance creates a perfect balance between hardware, thus avoiding bottleneck issues. Optimizing Your Gaming PC for Ray Tracing Follow the … Read more
As a beginner, it’s hard to decide how much storage space you need for a gaming PC. Modern AAA or eSports games consume anywhere between 50GB to 250GB of storage space. As of today, you need a minimum of 500GB of storage capacity in a gaming PC. If you are too heavy on installing games, … Read more
Are you building a gaming PC for the first time and unsure which parts to include? The most crucial hardware components of a gaming PC are the PC case, CPU (central processing unit), GPU (graphics processing unit), motherboard, RAM, storage, CPU cooler, and PSU (power supply unit). Additionally, you can invest in optional parts, such … Read more
A Gaming Computer also known as a “Gaming PC”, is a specially designed computer to play games at a higher resolution or quality. Gaming PCs differ slightly from mainstream PCs as they come with the best graphics cards, a powerful CPU, and more RAM. Apart from playing video games, you can use a gaming PC … Read more
Finding the best gaming PC brand is essential for gamers looking to enjoy top-tier gaming performance, reliability, and value. Leading computer manufacturers like Alienware, ASUS ROG, MSI, and HP Omen specialize in prebuilt gaming PCs equipped with powerful components such as the latest Intel and AMD processors, NVIDIA RTX graphics cards, and high-speed SSD storage. … Read more
I have a confession to make, I’ve built hundreds of gaming PCs, most of them having an Nvidia card for the sake of good graphics. But Nvidia’s latest flagship, the “RTX 5090” has changed my mind forever. I’ll not buy the RTX 5090 card even though it has the fastest GDDR7 RAM, gigantic VRAM, and … Read more
Cleaning and maintaining your gaming PC enhances the lifespan of the hardware, which then results in smoother gameplay and better overall performance. Over time, dust and other fine particles can accumalte on the fans, heatsink, and air vents present on the PC chassis. So, neglected cleaning and maintenance can drastically reduce the overall performance of … Read more
You need a CPU with at least six cores to play modern games. A few years back, PC games were highly dependent on the single-core performance of a CPU. But now, game engines are designed to take advantage of all the available cores on a CPU for improved gaming performance. With that said, a CPU … Read more
Buying a dedicated gaming PC puts you at the front line in conquering the toughest AAA or eSports games. However, simply buying any gaming doesn’t guarantee high-end graphical performance in any game you play on your PC. Before investing in your first gaming machine, there are certain key factors you need to consider. Should you … Read more
Many people ask me how much it costs to build a good gaming PC. My answer is what type of gaming performance you expect and what hardware you want inside it. Though there’s no exact figure, a decent gaming PC can cost anywhere between $500 to $2000. That’s not all, some gaming PCs equipped with … Read more
With many gaming PC brands on the market, it’s hard to determine which one is reliable. For a beginner with no experience in buying a gaming computer, there are higher chances of wasting your hard money on a decade-old machine. I have been buying and building gaming PCs for over a decade now. It would … Read more
Picking between a pre-built and custom gaming PC is the most difficult decision for beginners. A pre-built gaming PC is a fully assembled machine with the latest PC parts. You can use a pre-built gaming machine right out of the box without further assembly. Custom gaming PC on the other hand is built by choosing … Read more