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The Pros and Cons of High End Gaming PC’s

Angelica Morissette

Are you sitting on the fence as to whether or not to invest in a high end gaming PC? We are here to give you the facts, more specifically the pros and the cons, of buying one. If you are a serious gamer, chances are you have given it a lot of thought. It is an important purchase and will take your gaming to a new dimension if done right. Read on to find out more about why you should buy one, and what might put you off. 

Pros

There are two key pros to this kind of sale. These are a top tier gaming experience and a noticeable longevity. 

Top Tier Gaming

Every game wants the best that they can get out of their game and out of their gaming setup. A high end gaming PC can deliver just that. You get better screen resolution and therefore clearer graphics. There is also the point of strong processors which make the PC run faster and smoother, with the ability to excel in presenting the higher quality hardcore games. The GPU factor, being that you can get the best graphics card setup around to go with your PC, is also an attractive prospect. Normally the RAM has merit in its own right, but when combined with all the above, it excels. 

It’s also important to consider the type of games you mostly play.  High end gaming PCs are absolutely the best choice for AAA titles but if you mostly play sim and sandbox games with 2D graphics and basic resolutions, then you won’t need such a good setup.  Any device should be able to handle these games.

Longevity

Longevity is one of the biggest draws. With cheaper PCs that have lower, subpar specs, you might be constantly replacing parts or even having to lay them to rest entirely. However, a higher end model doesn’t host these kinds of issues. They are created for durability. The hardware is designed to last for a long time, anything up to ten years if looked after correctly. So, after you make the initial investment, all you have to do is look after it and it shouldn’t let you down for many years to come. 

Cons

Price

The only thing putting people off is the potential for high costs. When you get a high end PC, there is an expectation that you also get the high end GPU, the top class gaming monitor, maybe even audio accessories as well. All of these things combined can make for an eye watering price. That being said, over the longer term, it’s a setup worth putting money into. This is especially true if you use it day In, day out and it is one of your passions. 

We hope that this article has helped you make your mind up. If you have decided to take the plunge, make sure the specs and the functions live up to the hype by going with a reliable retailer.