The best gaming PCs of 2025: Top choices for every budget and playstyle

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The gaming PC market in 2025 is more competitive than ever, with manufacturers pushing the boundaries of power, speed, and efficiency. No matter what your gaming style, there’s a gaming rig for you. Let’s look at some of the best options available right now.

Corsair Vengeance i7600

The Corsair Vengeance i7600 is a high-end gaming computer that is perfect for those looking to play top-tier games like Spiderman, Horizon Zero Dawn, the upcoming GTA6, and many others. It also looks fantastic, thanks to the tempered glass panels that showcase the RGB-lit interior.

  • Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF 20-core CPU

·         NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

·         32GB DDR5 RAM at 6400 MHz

·         2TB NVMe SSD

·         Corsair NAUTILUS liquid CPU cooler

·         Thunderbolt 4, Wi-Fi 7, multiple USB ports, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, and Bluetooth 5.3

iBuyPower Y40

The iBUYPOWER Y40 is another attractive prebuilt computer with tempered glass sides that allow you to see the RGB-lit interior. It has plenty of power for all of the best games and provides smooth graphics and quiet operation.

·         Intel Core i7-13700KF or AMD Ryzen 7 7700

·         NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 or RTX 4070 Ti graphics cards

·         32GB of DDR5 RAM

·         1TB or 2TB NVMe SSD

·         240mm ARGB liquid cooling system

MSI Infinite RS 13th

The MSI Infinite RS 13th is a high-performance gaming computer that can handle just about anything you throw at it. It’s perfect for gamers whose experience takes precedence over budget, and it looks amazing in its large case with tempered glass panels.

·         Intel Core i9-13900KF with eight performance cores and 16 efficiency cores

·         NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Suprim Liquid X

·         32GB DDR5-5200 RAM

·         2TB NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD

·         Liquid-cooling

Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 8)

The Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 8) is a versatile gaming system for both gamers and professionals. It’s perfect for budget-minded gamers looking for solid performance and an attractive case. It also makes a good entry-level gaming system for those just testing the waters.

·         13th Generation Intel Core i9-13900HX

·         NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060

·         32GB of DDR5 RAM

·         2TB PCIe SSD

Alienware Aurora R16

The Alienware Aurora R16 is a gaming desktop that combines a sleek, compact design with powerful hardware, making it perfect for gamers with limited space. Its smaller size also helps to improve airflow, which can contribute to quieter operation.

·         Intel Core i9-14900KF

·         NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series GPU

·         64 GB DDR5 RAM at 5600 MHz

·         4 TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD

Which is best for me?

The best option depends on your budget, gaming needs, and future upgrade plans. The MSI Infinite RS 13th is likely the best overall, while the Alienware Aurora R16 is best for hardcore 4K gaming. The best value for most gamers is likely the Corsair Vengeance i7600.

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