Gaming PCs and laptops guide
From the best gaming PCs for beginners and accessories to high-performance processors and top systems for VR, discover all you'll need in our collection.
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Looking to invest in a gaming PC? These computers are designed specifically with gamers in mind. Learn about graphics cards, which components to look for, and the benefits of laptops and desktops. Plus, which gaming PC accessories you need to enhance your experience.
Gaming PCs, monitors, and laptops
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Gaming PCs
Gaming desktop PCs are great value as they'll open up a world of gaming to you. They also pack a punch whether you're just getting started or if you're a seasoned gamer. Some desktop towers are customisable, so you can upgrade the components later on - check their product page for more details.
Gaming monitors
Pair your PC with a great gaming monitor. Designed specifically to enhance your gaming experience, they offer ideal refresh rate and faster response time. For an immersive experience, go for a curved screen, or try a larger screen size.
Gaming on the go
The biggest bonus to picking a gaming laptop is of course its portability. A good choice for beginners, they're also easy to set up. For something advanced, explore our best gaming laptops with a winning combination of powerful performance and mobility.
Top gaming PCs, monitors, and laptops
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Things to consider
Display
- LED PCs have stunning visuals. For bright displays with thin screens, try PCs with white backlighting, called WLEDs (white LEDs).
- For something affordable, go for PCs with LCD screens.
- Explore OLED gaming PCs for displays with brilliant colour contrasts and higher energy efficiency.
- For smooth gameplay and easier multitasking, choose from desktop with monitor bundles for your set-up.
Best graphics cards for gaming PCs
What kind of graphics card do you need?
The graphics card, or GPU, is arguably the most important factor in choosing your gaming PC or gaming Laptop, especially if you're after the best graphics. The higher the spec of graphics card, the higher the resolution and frame rates you can expect.
NVIDIA is a key producer of graphics cards and has options for each level of gaming. NVIDIA’s latest 40 series GPUs power the world's fastest gaming PCs and laptops. Built with the ultra-efficient NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture, they bring a quantum leap in performance with AI-powered DLSS 3 and enable lifelike virtual worlds with full ray tracing.
NVIDIA features and benefits
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The performance multiplier. Powered AI.
DLSS is a revolutionary breakthrough in AI-powered graphics that massively boosts performance. Powered by the new fourth-gen Tensor Cores and Optical Flow Accelerator on GeForce RTX 40 Series PC and Laptops. DLSS 3 uses AI to create additional high-quality frames.
Hyperrealistic. Hyperfast.
The Ada architecture unleashes the full glory of ray tracing, which simulates how light behaves in the real world. With the power of RTX 40 Series PCs and Laptops and third-gen RT Cores, you can experience incredibly detailed virtual worlds like never before.
Victory measured in milliseconds
NVIDIA Reflex delivers the lowest latency and best responsiveness for the ultimate competitive advantage. Built to optimize and measure system latency, Reflex provides faster target acquisition, quicker reaction times, and the best aim precision for competitive games.
Your ideas, accelerated by NVIDIA studio
Take your creative projects to the next level with NVIDIA Studio. Get unmatched performance in 3D rendering, video editing, and graphic design. Experience RTX accelerations in top creative apps, world-class NVIDIA Studio, and a suite of exclusive AI-powered software.
Built for live streaming
Steal the show with the best live streaming quality, the highest gaming performance and cutting-edge AI Features. NVIDIA’s eighth generation NVIDIA Encoder (NVENC), ushers in a new era of high-quality broadcasting with AV1 encoding support. Also, the NVIDIA Broadcast App unlocks incredible voice and video effects, alongside exclusive optimisations and AI effects in your favourite broadcasting apps to transform any room into your home studio.
Processors
What kind of processor do you need?
The processor (or CPU) defines how well your PC runs and multi-tasks. If you're interested in VR, it's recommended you get a high-end processor. Processor speed is measured in GHz (gigahertz) - 2.5GHz is the minimum recommended speed for mid-range gaming. The number of processor cores in a PC influences how many tasks it can handle simultaneously - quad-core or hex core are recommended for gaming.
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High-performance processors
Play the most demanding games with these next-level processors.
Mid-performance processors
Ideal for multi-tasking whilst playing mainstream games.
Entry-level processors
Suitable for most mainstream games.
Hardware know-how
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RAM
RAM (random access memory) affects speed and performance. 8GB is the minimum needed for most modern games, but 16GB will offer greater speed and multi-tasking - all the better for competitive gaming. Basic games require less RAM than mainstream titles, whilst more RAM may be needed for good performance with high-end games and virtual reality.
Storage
Gaming PCs are likely to have both HDD (hard disk drive) and SSD (solid-state drive) storage. Data saved in an SSD is typically fast to access and can speed up the performance of your PC whilst HDDs are able to store vast amounts of data, such as your games library.
Cooling systems
These PCs need built-in features like fans or water cooling systems to keep cool and optimise gaming experience, especially if you plan to 'overclock': run components at a higher speed than they're designed to. While this can add to performance, it's important to ensure your PC has the right care and cooling to handle a higher level of performance or you may risk components overheating.
Building your own PC?
Here's a handy checklist with everything you'll need:
- A suitable PC case
- The motherboard
- A CPU and coolers
- Memory - DDR4 is great for gaming. For a higher bandwidth, explore DDR5 options. Whatever you pick, make sure to check that your memory is compatible with your motherboard.
- Hard disk drives or HDDs for storage
- A power supply
- Graphics cards
Complete your gaming setup with accessories
Ready to start gaming?
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PC games
Find action-packed RPGs, engrossing simulation games and challenging strategy games.
VR Headsets
Be fully immersed with virtual reality headsets that pair with your gaming PC, like the HTC VIVE XR Elite.
Meta Quest Gift Cards
Perfect gift for a VR gaming fan. Gift them endless experiences and opportunities with a Meta Quest Gift Card.
FAQs
Is RAM, the SSD or the graphics card most important for gaming?
An upgraded SSD will give you more space to install plenty of games to keep you going and will help improve load times getting you into the game quicker. Improving your RAM will ensure slick, smooth gameplay and great multitasking capabilities. The graphics card is the main event in your set up, providing crystal clear visuals and the best possible frame rates. To get the best from your graphics card, add in a gaming monitor. Finish your set up with a gaming headset and a gaming mouse to really get into the game.
Are gaming laptops suitable for everyday use?
Yes. A gaming laptop can handle everyday tasks like streaming, browsing and work with ease thanks to its fast processors and generous RAM. They’re brilliant all‑rounders, though battery life may be shorter compared to lightweight laptops. Set yourself up for a long gaming session with a gaming desk to get your setup just right, and settle back into a comfy gaming chair.
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