I’ve got a $2,500–$3,000 budget for a prebuilt gaming PC, but honestly I’m starting to think spending that much is kind of a scam.. most “high-end” pre-builts in this range seem like overpriced RGB boxes with mid-tier parts, insane markups, and specs that barely outperform rigs $800 cheaper. Is there actually a prebuilt out there that’s worth this kind of money, or is the whole $3K prebuilt market just hype?
Currently I am looking at these pre-builts companies:
CyberPowerPC
iBUYPOWER
MSI Codex
Thanks in advance for any recommendation or tips!
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So I don’t know if I’m allowed to ask a question like this on here or in the simple questions thread because I didn’t get a response on the simple questions thread, so If it’s not allowed let me know.
Anyways, I’ve been researching for the best quality pre-builds I can find, and I’m seeing that two of the most talked about pre-built pcs are the ABS Cyclone Aqua and pretty much any of the CyberPower PCs. Although every one I’ve heard of has mixed reviews(obviously) so I don’t know if those two I mentioned are even actually good. And btw, I am indeed dead set on getting a Pre-Built, so I won’t be changing my mind. Anyways, if anyone has an opinion on what some of the top brands for Pre-Built PCs are PLEASE let me know.
P.S. feel free to list any PC that you feel is good quality with good customer service, my budget is flexible.
I’m looking to get a solid prebuilt gaming PC and wanted to hear from people who’ve actually owned or tested different brands. There are so many options out there, NZXT, Skytech, HP Omen, Lenovo Legion, and more. It’s hard to know which ones are actually reliable, well-cooled, and not overpriced.
My budget is up to $3000 max, and I’m mainly aiming for something that can handle 1080p/1440p gaming with good temps, clean cable management, and no thermal throttling.
If you’ve had good or bad experiences with prebuilts, I’d really appreciate your recommendations and warnings.
I’m looking to buy a prebuilt gaming PC but not sure which brands or models are actually worth the money in 2025. Any solid recommendations for performance and reliability?
Budget is flexible, but I'm aiming for the best value around the $2000–$2300 range. I'd also love to hear any brands or specific models you’ve had good experiences with (or ones to avoid). Bonus points for good thermals, build quality, and upgradability.
I have looked on different sites and according to them these are the best prebuilt gaming pcs:
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme
iBUYPOWER Y40 PRO
MSI Codex R2 AI
CyberPowerPC Gamer Master
I'm looking for some real user experience. So, what's the best prebuilt gaming pc I can get?
Building a setup in my new apartment - I've got the desk and the peripherals, but I don't have the actual hardware yet (and I’m not knowledgeable at all lol).
I want something balanced and future-proof, mainly for gaming + productivity. I also stream from time to time (on my laptop which is pretty trash). Budget’s around $2000 total.
I'm mostly torn between Intel vs AMD. I’ve been eyeing stuff like the CyberPower i9-14900KF + RTX 5070 variant, some iBUYPOWER models, but I'm honestly lost
If you had $2K for a prebuilt gaming PC, what would you pick and why?
Any regrets or “I wish I…” stories are super welcome :)
Edit:
I made a list for future readers of some good deals on Amazon right now:
Budget tier
CyberPowerPC Gamer (i5-13400F + RTX 5060) - $987 - Entry-level gaming PC. Good for 1080p at medium to high settings. Not ideal for consistent high-FPS 1440p.
Mid tier
CyberPowerPC Gamer (i7-14700F + RTX 5060 Ti) - $1,359 - Noticeable step up from the RTX 5060. Strong 1080p performance and acceptable 1440p gaming.
CyberPowerPC Gamer (i9-14900KF + RTX 5070) - $1,979 - Very strong CPU paired with a capable GPU. Smooth 1440p at high settings, 4K possible with compromises.
iBUYPOWER Slate (i7-14700F + RTX 5070) - $1,789 - Similar gaming performance to the i9/5070 system but cheaper. Solid all-around 1440p machine.
High tier
iBUYPOWER Y40 PRO (Ryzen 9 7900X + RTX 5070 Ti) -$2,269 - Strong jump in GPU power. Excellent 1440p high-refresh and capable 4K gaming.
Alienware Aurora (Ultra 9 285 + RTX 5080) - $2,799 - Top-end option here. Best choice for high-refresh 1440p and consistent 4K gaming, but priced accordingly.