I'm new to the world of PC gaming and I'm considering building or buying my first decent gaming rig. I have a few questions:
1. How much would it typically cost to either build or buy a PC capable of running games like Baldur's Gate 3 and Cyberpunk 2077 with mods at decent settings while maintaining 60+ fps? Also, for multiplayer games like The Finals, I'd like to know what it would take to achieve a stable 120 fps.
2. What kind of budget should I expect for a PC that could be considered 'future-proof' enough to run upcoming titles like Death Stranding 2 and Cyberpunk Orion when they come out? Is it going to be more expensive to build this now compared to waiting a couple of years?
3. Lastly, is it genuinely cheaper to build your own PC instead of using a part-picking website in 2025? If so, which website is the best for someone in the UK?
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To answer your first question, it really depends on the resolution you’re aiming for. If you're looking at 1080p, you could find a decent setup around $1,000. Games like Cyberpunk 2077 are demanding, but if you go for good quality components, you'll get 60 fps with mods at decent settings. As for games like The Finals, for 120 fps, you might need a higher-end graphics card, which can add another $200 to $300.
For question two, it’s hard to predict the requirements for future games like Cyberpunk Orion since we don’t have all the details yet. However, Death Stranding 2 should run well on current mid to high-end setups without needing a major hardware upgrade.
Finally, yes, building your own PC is generally cheaper! You can often get better quality parts than what’s offered in prebuilt systems. And asking a store to build it for you sometimes ends up being around the same price as if you did it yourself, but you’ll pay a fee for that service. It’s better to learn how to build it yourself if you can!
Good points! And yeah, the PC requirements for future games can really vary, so it’s best to budget a little extra just in case.
Just to clarify, at 1080p, many current GPUs should handle those games without a hitch. And yes, 1440p does show some improvement in visuals, but it comes with a higher performance requirement. For question two, 'running fine' means it should perform within acceptable limits for existing hardware, not needing an overhaul for upcoming titles.