I'm planning to get my 12-year-old nephew a gaming PC for Christmas. It's been a long time since I built a PC (20 years!), and I mostly use laptops, so I'm a bit out of the loop on what's currently available. I told him he needs to do some research and pick out the parts himself, and he came back with a list that I've adjusted slightly with some better options. His budget is around $2,000 to $2,500, and while he's not playing super demanding games right now, he does enjoy titles like Fortnite and Roblox. I'm wanting to make sure this PC can last him a few years without needing upgrades. Also, I prefer brands that are known for good customer service and warranty support. What do you think? Any suggestions for changes?
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You sound like an awesome uncle! If budget isn't an issue, the system he's looking at should be great, though it might be a bit much for a kid just playing casual games. Don't forget to consider a good monitor as well to match the setup!
He already has a monitor and mouse, so I assume those are sorted. It's definitely a bit over the top, but I really want him to have something nice—better than what I had!