I'm thinking about getting a gaming PC and I'm trying to figure out how much I should save. Given the recent news about NVIDIA stopping the production of new processors and the rising prices of RAM, is it still better to build my own PC or should I just buy a pre-made one? I currently have a gaming laptop that I got two years ago, which I've been told might last about five years max. I want a setup that can handle heavy games, ensuring at least 140 fps, with a preference for around 64GB of RAM. Should I aim to save up for a full system, or is starting with a pre-built option a wiser choice?
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Building it yourself would generally cost between 2000 and 2500 euros for a high-end setup. If you opt for a pre-built system, prepare to spend close to 3000 euros for something that matches what you could assemble yourself for less. While building gives you control over every component, if you’ve got 3000 euros and want to avoid the hassle, you can definitely find good pre-built options too!
If you decide to build your own PC, budgeting around 2000 to 2500 euros should cover a solid build. Just a heads up, while 64GB of DDR5 is great, 32GB would be sufficient for gaming right now, which might let you save some cash on the total build cost.
Yeah, right now pre-builts can actually end up being cheaper because manufacturers often get parts at lower prices. If you can find bundle deals for the motherboard, CPU, and RAM, that might save you a good amount compared to building it from scratch. Just keep an eye on things; sometimes specific GPUs like the 5090 might still be more cost-effective to buy separately.