Cheap gaming PC deals: get a high-quality pre-built machine today for less

Cheap gaming PC deals are the best way of breaking through the barriers of console gaming and experiencing the freedom and liberties of endless backward compatibility and superior visuals and performance overall.

Unfortunately, given the way things stand worldwide at the moment, getting your hands on crucial components - such as graphics cards and processors - has become a serious challenge. Many of us that wanted to wait for a 30-series card have been met with disappointment as stock continues to be as elusive as ever.

With a whole host of new graphics cards launching this year, we are seeing some still-excellent if slightly older machines get their prices discounted, and also a range of new PCs built with those new graphics cards among the cheap gaming PC deals being your best option to get one this year. Whatever you're into though, we're compiling deals on everything from budget-friendly starters to future-proof investments.

Typically, you can't find even an entry-level gaming PC for the same price as a PS5 or Xbox Series X, but the best deals are bridging that gap. Of course, if you're looking for something to rival the hot-in-demand RTX 3080 and RTX 3090, or maybe the AMD RX 6800, we've also seen a few deals on high-end rigs that are going for less than usual.

With the release of the aforementioned 30-series graphics cards, and AMD's new Big Navi GPUs to throw into the mix too, we might see the beginning of some truly historically low prices on pre-built machines that have got the 'older' cards and components in them. Machines with 2070s or 2080s, or even this year's 5600XT graphics cards, might offer the best value gaming PCs given the quality they still offer.

Another point to factor in this year will be the sheer number of folks shifting to more home-working environments. Retailers and PC builders will be acutely aware of this and as a result will try and offer cost-effective ways that cover shoppers for both work and play in one fancy solution, enabling you to have one do-it-all machine, all without having to spend thousands and thousands.

We'll be updating this page regularly, so you might even find one of the best gaming PCs - like the ASUS ROG GA15 that I use in my setup - here eventually too. And remember: the one true beauty about gaming PCs is that you can upgrade them down the line meaning compromises are easier to make, and what you see on the specs list isn't really the true limit of a PC's potential.

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Cheap gaming PC deals under $1000 - US

Dell G5 | from $685.99 at Dell
Although they live in the shadow of Dell's Alienware machines, the G series desktops are great little gaming beasts. From budget models to powerful gaming PCs, they offer everything performance-wise and often without breaking the bank. Features: Intel 10th gen processors, up to Nvidia RTX 3070 / AMD Radeon RX700XT, 8-64 GB RAM, up to 1TB SSD + 2TB HDD.

HP Pavilion Desktop | $713 at Amazon
It might not set the world alight with its modest tech specs but if you're after a cheap gaming computer for casual use, there's a lot to like. Obviously, the biggest cost saver here is the implementation of an i3 as opposed to a more powerful i5, yet -with its 1650 Super - you can expect to game with the settings tweaked in 1080p with few issues. Features: Intel Core i3-10100, GTX 1650 Super, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD.

iBUYPOWER MR 9340 | $789.99 at Amazon
With this stylish-looking budget build, it's AMD all the way. Pairing the respectable Ryzen 5 3600 with the decent RX 5500 XT - it's all wrapped up in this mirrored chassis complete with tons of RGB - a great starting point into PC gaming. Features: Ryzen 5 3600, RX 5500 XT, 8GB RAM, 240GB SSD

HP Omen GT13 | $999.99 at Best Buy
Coming in at just under $1,000, this mid-tier gaming tower features all the muscle needed to game well in Full HD and that's because of the surprisingly versatile 1660 Super - with its 6GB VRAM allowing for some impressive solid performance in the latest games - just don't expect next-gen ray-tracing. Features: Ryzen 5 3600, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD + 1TB HDD.

Cheap gaming PC deals over $1,000 - US

Alienware Aurora R10 (Ryzen) | Starting at $1,053.53 from Dell
The full Ryzen-powered range of super sleek gaming laptops starts off with a respectable Ryzen 5 5600x processor - paired with the solid RX 5300 GPU and 8GB RAM. At the minimum price point here, you can expect some solid Full HD gaming, though if your wallet stretches further, there's a whole breadth of absurd customizations to make you absolutely untouchable. Features: Ryzen 5000 series CPUs, up to an Nvidia RTX 3090 / AMD RX 6800 XT, 8-128GB RAM, 2TB SSD + 2TB HDD.

Alienware Aurora R12 (Intel) | Starting at $1,077.99 at Dell
If you're not sold on AMD chipsets just yet, 11-generation Intel processors can hold their own all the same. The starting build features an i5 processor coupled with the GTX 1650 and 8GB RAM alongside a 1TB HDD for your games. Features: Intel Core 11th-gen CPUs, up to an Nvidia RTX 3090, 8-128GB RAM, 1TB SSD + 1TB HDD.

CyberPowerPC Extreme (RTX 3060) | $1,399 at Best Buy
If you want something that's truly a next-gen experience at a decent price - the 11th generation i7 and powerful ray-tracing ready RTX 3060 will make quick work of the latest games in resolutions of 1440p and 4K with ease for years. Features: Intel Core i7-11700F, RTX 3060, 16GB RAM, 500GB SSD + 1TB HDD.

It's not just our American readers who can get some cool cheap gaming PC deals, as there are some fairly decent ones cropping up in the UK too.

Cheap gaming PC deals under £1,000 - UK

ADMI gaming PC | i5-9400F | GTX 1650 | 16GB RAM | 1TB HDD | £749.95 at Amazon
There are only a few units in stock at the time of writing, and this is true bargain territory. A solid graphics card, good mid-range CPU (alright, it might not be the latest 10th-gen), and it retains 16GB of RAM. There isn't an SSD present but there have to be some compromises, and of course, you can add that in later.

CyberpowerPC Wyvern | i5-9400F | RTX 2060 | 16GB RAM | 240GB SSD + 1TB HDD | £968.40 at Amazon UK
This is great value and bags you a ray-tracing-capable machine without too many compromises elsewhere. What's more, CyberpowerPC is a trusted manufacturer so you know it's going to be quality.

Cheap gaming PC deals over £1,000 - UK

Acer Predator Orion 3000 | £1,499 at Currys
Bump your budget up a bit and get this seriously impressive looking bit of gaming kit - complete with a speedy i7 chipset and the incredible RTX 3070 graphics card. You can game in style with a futureproofed rig for a competitively priced chunk of change. Features: Intel Core i7-10700, RTX 3070, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD + 1TB SSD.

Not seen anything you fancy? Don't worry - you can always check our full guide to the best gaming PCs going. Need a screen upgrade too? One of the best gaming monitors will prove the best companion to your new PC.

If you prefer your gaming machines portable then head over to our best gaming laptops guide. It's crammed with best-in-class machines at the lowest prices.

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