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The best gaming PCs for every budget

Best gaming PC on a budget

Ready to upgrade your current rig, or invest in your first ever gaming PC? You aren’t short of choices. Between AMD, Intel, NVIDIA, and all the custom options out there, the world of gaming PCs can feel like a bit of a maze. And once you start comparing pre-built vs custom, cooling options, storage, and all the other specs, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. But when it comes to making the final call, it’s usually the budget that sways it. 

Want to make sure you get the most out of your money? Here at CyberPowerPC UK, we’ve rounded up the best gaming PCs by budget to take the hassle out of your search. We’ve got every price point covered in this guide. So whether you’re looking for the best gaming PC under £1000 or you’re splashing the cash on a high-end model, you’ll find something here that genuinely impresses. We’ll cover:

How much does a gaming PC cost?

With so many options on the market, you’ll find gaming PCs for a range of budgets. Generally, you’re looking at around £1000 as the true starting point for a proper gaming rig, going up to £4000, or even higher for the most elite PCs. 

Plenty of gamers are tempted to hunt for a gaming PC under £500. But while you might stumble across a half-decent second-hand bargain, it’s usually a recipe for disappointment. Think slow load times, stuttering gameplay, random crashes, and overheating. Cheap PCs can run games, but not in a way you’ll actually enjoy.

If you’re a serious gamer working with a tight budget, your best bet is to start your search around just below the £1000 mark. This is where you’ll find the entry-level builds that offer genuinely smooth performance without feeling like you’re fighting your own hardware.

Best gaming PC under £1000

Searching for a great gaming PC for £1000 or less?  This is the price range where rigs just start getting genuinely capable, so good options can be thin on the ground. But if you’re browsing at CyberPowerPC UK, you’re in luck. We have what we’d confidently call one of the best gaming PCs under £1000 on the market.

Ultra R5RX Gaming PC Windows 11 Home (64-bit Edition): £999.60

If you want a budget-friendly gaming PC that doesn’t skimp on performance, the Ultra R5RX is an excellent choice. It’s ideal for gamers after smooth 1080p gameplay, or even solid 1440p gameplay, without the big price tag. 

While you may not get completely flawless visuals when running the heaviest titles, the Ultra R5RX Gaming PC can handle AAA games well. With a modern Ryzen processor, a capable Radeon RX 9060 XT graphics card, and a fast 2TB NVMe SSD, it delivers quick load times and reliable day-to-day performance.

It’s a great entry to mid-level PC for newbies, as well as established gamers who want good value. And if you fancy levelling up later, it’s got decent upgrade potential, whether this is adding more storage or investing in a more powerful GPU. 

The specs

  • CPU: AMD Ryzen™ 5 7500F: 6 Cores, 65W TDP, 3.70GHz, 5.00GHz Turbo, 32MB L3 Cache, Pro OC Compatible
  • CPU Cooling: CyberPowerPC V4-NXP Air Cooler (TDP 250W) – White
  • GPU: Radeon™ RX 9060 XT – 8GB GDDR6 – HDMI, DP – RDNA™ 4 Architecture (Single Card)
  • RAM: 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 6000MT/s Corsair Vengeance Grey
  • PSU: MSI MAG A650BN 650W 80+ Bronze Gaming Power Supply
  • Primary Storage (NVMe Drives): 2TB WD Green SN3000 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD – 5000MB/s Read & 4200MB/s Write (1 Drive)

Best gaming PCs under £1500

Once you get past the £1000 mark, things start to open up a little bit. A rig less than £1500 is still on the budget-friendly side, but you’ll find far more choice than the entry-level point — and better performance, too. Below, we’ve picked out two of the best budget gaming PCs under £1,500 that offer seriously good value for money.

AMD 7000-Series Ryzen 5 Custom PC Builder: £1219.20

The AMD 7000-Series Ryzen 5 Custom PC Builder is an excellent budget to mid-range rig. If you’re looking for a PC that provides solid 1440p performance and even 1080p ultra settings, this is the one for you. While it’s not quite built for flawless 4K gaming, it can run AAA titles smoothly at high settings, and it’s more than capable of tackling eSports and competitive games with stable framerates.

When it comes to value for money, the AMD 7000-Series Ryzen 5 Custom PC Builder is tough to beat. With a modern Ryzen CPU paired with an RTX 5060, you’re getting serious power without splashing out on a high-end rig. Combined with a large SSD and 32GB RAM, you’re left with a well-balanced all-around PC. 

The specs:

  • CPU: AMD Ryzen™ 5 7500X3D: 6 Cores, 65W TDP, 4.00GHz, 4.50GHz Turbo, 32MB L3 Cache, Pro OC Compatible, Radeon Graphics
  • CPU Cooling: CyberPowerPC V4-NXP Air Cooler (TDP 250W) – Black
  • GPU: GeForce RTX™ 5060 – 8GB GDDR7 – HDMI, DP – NVIDIA DLSS 4, NVIDIA Reflex 2 (Single Card)
  • RAM: 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5200MT/s Corsair Vengeance RGB Black
  • PSU: MSI MAG A650BN 650W 80+ Bronze Gaming Power Supply
  • Primary Storage (NVMe Drives): 1TB WD Green SN3000 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD – 5000MB/s Read & 4200MB/s Write (1 Drive)

Ultra R75 Gaming PC: £1364.40

With a 4.8 rating from 88 reviews, the Ultra R75 Gaming PC is a firm favourite amongst our customers, and it’s easy to see why. It shares a lot of similarities with the AMD 7000-Series Ryzen 5 Custom PC Builder above: both can handle 1440p gaming and rock-solid 1080p ultra settings, both pack 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and both run on the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D CPU. But for a slightly higher price, the R75 brings some extra perks to the table.

For starters, it comes with a 360mm AIO liquid cooler. This offers efficient cooling at a lower volume, so you don’t need to worry about the hum of your cooler putting you off your game. The bigger 750W PSU also gives you scope for upgrades down the line. Overall, the Ultra R75 excels at tackling demanding AAA titles, multitasking, streaming, and even a bit of light content creation.

The specs:

  • CPU: AMD Ryzen™ 5 7500X3D: 6 Cores, 65W TDP, 4.00GHz, 4.50GHz Turbo, 32MB L3 Cache, Pro OC Compatible, Radeon Graphics
  • CPU Cooling: Cooler Master Masterliquid 360L Core II ARGB AIO Liquid Cooler – Black, Ultimate OC Compatible
  • GPU: Radeon™ RX 9060 – 8GB GDDR6 – HDMI, DP – RDNA™ 4 Architecture (Single Card)
  • RAM: 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5200MT/s Corsair Vengeance RGB Black 
  • PSU: Corsair RM750E 750W 80+ Gold Low-Noise ATX 3.1 Fully Modular Gaming Power Supply
  • Primary Storage (NVMe Drives): 1TB WD Green SN3000 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD – 5000MB/s Read & 4200MB/s Write (1 Drive)

Best gaming PCs under £2000

Searching for the best mid-range gaming PC? You’ll find it in this section below. Like sub-£1500 gaming PCs, you have plenty of options to choose from, and by paying a little more, you’ll find even faster and more powerful rigs. Expect smoother gameplay, higher settings, and hardware that’ll keep you happily gaming for years without feeling outdated.

AMD 9000-Series Ryzen Custom PC Builder: £1579.20

Another popular choice amongst our customers, with a 4.8-star rating, the AMD 9000-Series Ryzen Custom PC Builder is one of the best mid-range gaming PCs in our collection. This is the perfect entry PC for smooth 4K gaming, with enough GPU and CPU power to handle 4K gaming at medium to high settings. Powered by the AMD Ryzen™ 7 9800X3D, it can handle gaming, streaming, and even more multitasking without breaking a sweat.

Is RAM one of your main PC priorities? The 32GB DDR5 ensures you’ll rarely hit a bottleneck, and the 2TB NVMe SSD means fast load times and enough room for all your games. Overall, this PC is a fantastic choice for gamers who want strong performance now, as well as the flexibility to step up their rig later.

The specs:

  • CPU: AMD Ryzen™ 7 9800X3D: 8 Cores, 120W TDP, 4.70GHz, 5.20GHz Turbo, 96MB L3 Cache, Pro OC Compatible, Radeon Graphics
  • CPU Cooling: MSI Coreliquid A13 240mm ARGB AIO Liquid Cooler, Ultimate OC Compatible – Black
  • GPU: GeForce RTX™ 5060 – 8GB GDDR7 – HDMI, DP – NVIDIA DLSS 4, NVIDIA Reflex 2 (Single Card)
  • RAM: 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5200MT/s Corsair Vengeance RGB Black 
  • PSU: Corsair RM750E 750W 80+ Gold Low-Noise ATX 3.1 Fully Modular Gaming Power Supply
  • Primary Storage (NVMe Drives): 2TB Kingston NV3 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD – 6000MB/s Read & 5000MB/s Write (1 Drive)

Ultra R79 Elite Gaming PC: £1858.80 

If you’re searching for something between mid-range and high-end, the Ultra R79 Elite Gaming PC is an obvious choice. It comes with a solid mid-range price tag, but includes some high-end features that set it apart from the rest. Like the AMD 9000-Series Ryzen Custom PC Builder, it can handle those more demanding AAA titles at high settings, and is ideal for playing at 1440p or dipping into 4K gaming. But what makes the R79 Elite stand out is its more powerful 12-core CPU, making it ideal for gaming while multitasking like a pro.

With 32GB DDR5 RAM and 2TB fast NVMe SSD, load times are slick and smooth. Plus, the 850W gold-certified PSU allows for easy upgrades, making this a good future-proof rig. 

Looking for something with similar specs but slightly cheaper? The Ultra R77 Elite Gaming PC is another great choice. Available at £1719.60, it still offers plenty of RAM and a strong PSU. But if you’re a serious gamer looking for a faster CPU, bigger GPU, and more cooling headroom, it’s worth splashing out a little extra in the Ultra R79 Elite. 

The specs:

  • CPU: AMD Ryzen™ 9 7900X: 12 Cores, 170W TDP, 4.70GHz, 5.60GHz Turbo, 64MB L3 Cache, Pro OC Compatible, Radeon Graphics
  • CPU Cooling: NZXT Kraken Elite 280mm RGB AIO Liquid Cooler (Ultimate OC Compatible) – White
  • GPU: GeForce RTX™ 5070 – 12GB GDDR7 – HDMI, DP – NVIDIA DLSS 4, NVIDIA Reflex 2 (Single Card)
  • RAM: 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5200MT/s Corsair Vengeance RGB Black 
  • PSU: Corsair RM850X 850W Cybenetics Gold-Certified Low-Noise ATX 3.1 Fully Modular Gaming Power Supply
  • Primary Storage (NVMe Drives): 2TB WD Black SN7100 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD – 7250MB/s Read & 6900MB/s Write (1 Drive)

Best gaming PCs under £3000

This is the price point where gaming PCs really go up a notch. A gaming PC between the £2000 and £3000 mark is firmly in high-end territory, offering smooth performance, great visuals, and enough power to keep up with demanding titles for years to come. It’s the sweet spot for gamers who want serious performance without going fully overboard on an ultra-premium setup.

Intel 14th Gen PC Builder: £2433.60

The Intel 14th Gen PC Builder is for serious gamers who demand top-tier performance. Whether you’re a content creator or streamer who needs a powerhouse rig for demanding multitasking, or you want to enjoy smooth 4K gameplay at ultra settings, this PC gives you what you need. With a powerful 24-core CPU and an RTX 5070 Ti 16GB GPU, this PC offers premium gaming performance. 

The great thing about this rig is that you are investing in quality upfront. Sure, it comes with a high-end price tag, but you’re getting cutting-edge components that will keep your PC relevant for years to come. And if you do want to elevate your set-up at some point in the future, there is plenty of PSU wattage to support multiple upgrades.

All in all, the Intel 14th Gen PC Builder is a no-compromise choice for gamers who want the ultimate performance today, with room to grow tomorrow.

The specs:

  • CPU: Intel® Core™ i9-14900KF: 24 Cores [8P @ 3.00GHz-5.60GHz / 16E @ 2.20GHz-4.40GHz], 125W TDP, 36MB Cache, Ultimate OC Compatible
  • CPU Cooling: Tryx Panorama SE 360MM ARGB AIO Liquid Cooler with Rotatable 3D Screen (Ultimate OC Compatible) – White
  • GPU: GeForce RTX™ 5070 Ti – 16GB GDDR7 – HDMI, DP – NVIDIA DLSS 4, NVIDIA Reflex 2 (Single Card)
  • RAM: 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5200MT/s Corsair Vengeance RGB Black
  • PSU: NZXT C1200 1200W 80+ Gold ATX 3.1 Fully Modular Gaming Power Supply
  • Primary Storage (NVMe Drives): 2TB WD Black SN7100 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD – 7250MB/s Read & 6900MB/s Write (1 Drive)

Ultra R97 Pro Gaming PC: £2599.20

The Ultra R97 Pro Gaming PC is one of the absolute best on the market. Don’t just take our word for it — TechteamGB gave it a gold award, making this one of our award-winning PCs. This is a rig for the hardcore gamers chasing top-tier gaming performance. Expect extremely smooth 1440p gameplay at ultra settings across AAA and competitive titles, and it’s more than capable of tackling 4K gaming with high frame rates on most modern games. Plus, load times are practically non-existent thanks to the lightning-fast PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD.

While it does come at a premium price, this reflects the high-end components and future-proofing. The Ryzen 9 9900X3D CPU and Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU combo is designed to handle intense multitasking, streaming, and content creation with ease. This rig will remain relevant for years as it is, with plenty of scope for future upgrades, too. 

The specs:

  • CPU: AMD Ryzen™ 9 9900X3D: 12 Cores, 120W TDP, 4.40GHz, 5.50GHz Turbo, 128MB L3 Cache, Pro OC Compatible, Radeon Graphics
  • CPU Cooling: Cooler Master Masterliquid 360L Core II ARGB AIO Liquid Cooler – Black, Ultimate OC Compatible
  • GPU: Radeon™ RX 9070 XT – 16GB GDDR6 – HDMI, DP – RDNA™ 4 Architecture (Single Card)
  • RAM: 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 7200MT/s ADATA XPG Lancer Neon RGB
  • PSU: Corsair RM750E 750W 80+ Gold Low-Noise ATX 3.1 Fully Modular Gaming Power Supply
  • Primary Storage (NVMe Drives): 2TB ADATA Mars 980 Blade M.2 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD – 14,000MB/s Read & 13,000MB/s Write (1 Drive)

Best high-end gaming PC (£3000+)

If you’re a serious gamer, you need the best of the best. With a high-end gaming PC, you can count on smooth, lag-free gameplay, stunning visuals, effortless streaming, and the power to tackle the most demanding games with ease. Here is the best high-end gaming PC in our collection. 

Infinity U9 Gaming PC: £4304.40

With a 4.8-star rating out of 84 reviews, the Infinity U9 Gaming PC really lives up to the hype. This is for the hardcore gamers who want the ultimate gaming experience. Of course, it is capable of pushing 4K,8K, and ultra settings on the most demanding AAA titles with smooth, high frame rates. And with an RTX 5090 32GB GPU, it offers unmatched graphics performance, ideal for those fast-paced games or titles with cinematic landscapes.

When it comes to choosing a high-end PC for streaming and content creation, the Infinity U9 is a no-brainer. With an Intel Ultra 9 285K 24-core CPU and 32GB DDR5 RAM, it can handle editing, streaming, and heavy workloads without breaking a sweat. You’re paying for premium performance when you buy this rig, so you’re getting the highest quality upfront. But the 1000W gold-certified PSU also allows for extensive future upgrades.

The specs:

  • CPU: Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 285K: 24 Cores [8P Up to 5.70GHz / 16E Up to 4.60GHz], 125W TDP, 40MB Cache, Intel Graphics
  • CPU Cooling: Cooler Master Masterliquid 360L Core II ARGB AIO Liquid Cooler – Black, Ultimate OC Compatible
  • GPU: GeForce RTX™ 5090 – 32GB GDDR7 – HDMI, DP – NVIDIA DLSS 4, NVIDIA Reflex 2 (Single Card)
  • RAM: 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5200MT/s Corsair Vengeance RGB Black
  • PSU: Corsair RM1000e 1000W Cybenetics Gold-Certified Low-Noise ATX 3.1 Fully Modular Gaming Power Supply
  • Primary Storage (NVMe Drives): 2TB WD Black SN7100 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD – 7250MB/s Read & 6900MB/s Write (1 Drive)

Ready to take the plunge? Browse the full range of gaming PCs at CyberPowerPC UK today for customand pre-built gaming PCs, with rigs for every budget. Want some advice on which is right for you? Get in touchwith our expert team — we’re more than happy to help. And don’t forget to explore the rest of our knowledge hubfor more informative reads, including our best gaming laptops guide.