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!

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 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:

1. CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme

2. iBUYPOWER Y40 PRO

3. MSI Codex R2 AI

4. CyberPowerPC Gamer Master

I'm looking for some real user experience. So, what's the best prebuilt gaming pc I can get?

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.

Hey everyone! I’m in the market for a new gaming PC and I’m hoping to get some recommendations from those of you who know your stuff. I’m looking for something that can handle the latest AAA games with high settings and deliver smooth performance for both gaming and some light streaming/editing.

Here are some of my preferences:

• Budget: Around $1500–$2500 (flexible depending on the value)

• Performance: Ideally, I’m aiming for at least an RTX 3070 or higher, with a strong CPU like an AMD Ryzen 7 or Intel i7

• Storage: 1TB SSD at minimum

• RAM: 16GB or more

• Other things I’d like: Good cooling system, future-proofing for a couple of years, and minimal bloatware (if possible)

I’m open to pre-built systems or suggestions on custom builds (I can get the parts and assemble it myself if needed). If you’ve got any brands, specific models, or configurations in mind, please drop them below!

Thanks in advance for your help!