Gaming Computer
What to look for in a custom gaming computer
Gaming computers are PCs that are optimized for playing video games. The best gaming desktops are typically very powerful machines with top-of-the-line graphics capabilities. A good gaming computer will cost more than a typical home office PC, but there is an upside – you can experience the latest and best PC games as well as surf the Internet or do work, all in one place. Even though it can be quite expensive to keep your computer stocked with the latest and most advanced gaming PC hardware, the payoff is one hell of a ride.
PC games deliver more diverse and demanding experiences than any other tech entertainment product, including video game consoles like the PlayStation, Xbox and Wii. Take a look at the success of the massive multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) World of Warcraft, which has taken the world by storm and deeply permeated the lifestyles of some players. PC games also have more multifaceted designs than console games and tend to require more thinking. They can even assist you in learning skills that are handy in other aspects of life (assuming you stop playing and get out into the real world!).
The interface of a gaming PC – a computer keyboard and computer mouse, instead of a joypad – allows for the possibility of interacting with the game environment in a number of different ways. There may be more games available for consoles, but some of the top games work best on a computer.
Must-Have Features
- A high-end graphics card with memory that's at least 128 MB (512 MB is better)
- A *motherboard[Motherboard] that supports 6.1-channel surround sound
- More than 1 GB of RAM (2 GB is preferable)
- An effective cooling system
Major Considerations
- Is it powerful enough to run my PC games without any lag?
- Will I need to upgrade in the near future?
- Can I afford the extra cost of buying a gaming computer rather than a gaming console?
- Do I need my gaming computer to be portable?
- Do I need to get a warranty?
Top Manufacturers
- Alienware
- Dell
- HP
- Voodoo
Common Accessories or Add-Ons
Price Range
Gaming desktops generally start around $1,800, although many consumers decide to add enough custom upgrades to push their final bills beyond $3,000. It's possible to spend as much as $10,000 on a tricked-out luxury machine.
Summary
When it comes to multiplayer and online games, there are many experts who think that PC games are always going to be light-years ahead of those on a console. The fact that a gaming computer also lets you shop online and type out work documents is the icing on the cake.
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