How to Build a Budget Gaming PC in 2022: What to Consider Before You Buy or Build
Choosing an operating system
When it comes to operating systems, there are three main players: Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux. All three are used by gamers of all stripes; what you’ll find below is that each has its advantages and disadvantages. When considering how to build a budget gaming pc for $1,500 or less for use in 2022 consider these factors. You might be surprised to learn just how much flexibility—and money—you have when deciding on an operating system. The following guide can help you understand your options better. It should also be noted that many games today support multiple platforms (e.g., SteamOS, which is built around Valve’s proprietary Steam game platform). If you want to play games using different operating systems (e.g., if you have both a Mac and a Windows machine), check out online stores like GoG or Humble Bundle where they sell multi-platform games at discount prices.
Choosing the processor
The performance of your processor will have a massive impact on how your system performs. If you’re looking to build a budget gaming PC, then something like an Intel Core i5-11600K or an AMD Ryzen 5 5600 is probably going to be better than an intel 10th or ryzen 3000 series, but price is going to dictate which one you choose. For example, if you can get an 11600k for around $200 and a 3000 series for $100, I would go with that. But if I could only get either for $250 and they were both at their MSRP (which would be more likely), I would definitely go with an 11600k. It just has more power and will last longer as technology progresses over time.
Choosing the motherboard
Your motherboard, also known as your computer’s brain, is where you’ll connect all of your components. A gaming-specific motherboard will typically come with numerous USB ports, audio jacks and built-in networking capabilities so that your computer can communicate efficiently with other devices on your network. If you plan on building multiple PCs, then investing in a more expensive board now might be worth it so that you don’t have to buy one later. It’s also important to consider what type of processor you want to use for your system. The two most common types are Intel Core i3/i5/i7/i9 and AMD Ryzen 3/5/7/9—the former being generally better for heavy multitasking while the latter is better for intense graphical applications like video editing or 3D rendering.
Choosing RAM
With an ever-expanding number of peripherals and multiple high-resolution displays, your computer will need plenty of RAM. Depending on your graphics card and monitor, you’ll want at least 8GB of DDR4 memory (more if you have 4K monitors). For storage, it’s likely that SSDs will become more affordable by then, so expect to see plenty of them in future builds.
Choosing Graphics Card
There are two things you want to consider when choosing a graphics card. First, do you want an AMD or Nvidia card? Each brand has its own set of strengths and weaknesses. (In fact, you may even want two cards—one from each company.) Second, what’s your budget? While they can start at around $100, good GPUs generally cost north of $200 and more. In some cases, though, you might be able to get away with less than that. The sweet spot for gaming PCs is about $500 for a decent card that will run most games on high settings without trouble. If you have money to burn, you can always spend thousands on a top-of-the-line GPU; but if not, there are plenty of great options available for under $500.
Choosing storage device
While SSDs are much faster than HDDs, you’ll probably get more storage from an HDD at a lower price point. An SSD can typically hold hundreds of gigabytes while an HDD is measured in terabytes (1 TB = 1,000 GB). While you could get by with less than 500 GB of storage space for most users, we recommend that you plan on getting at least 1 TB if you can afford it.
Choosing PSU
Choosing Your Power Supply Unit (PSU) for Your Gaming Computer. It’s important to choose your power supply unit (PSU) before your computer case, as you’ll need to know how much power is required by your choice of hardware. A PSU converts AC electricity from an outlet into DC current that powers components. Generally speaking, more powerful PSUs are better because they can handle more powerful systems and provide stability when overclocking. However, more powerful PSUs also use more energy and generate more heat. The average gaming desktop requires about 300 watts—but some can consume over 1,000 watts under load! We recommend buying a good-quality 500-watt or higher PSU if you plan on building a high-end gaming system with multiple graphics cards and/or high-end CPUs.
Choosing coolers Liquid or Air
Cooling your computer is an important decision for your build. If you’re on a budget, consider liquid cooling. If you’re not, it may be worth looking into air cooling with fans or AIO coolers instead of using liquid cooling.
Building your gaming rig
Some people want to jump into PC gaming right away. But if you’re not familiar with how hardware works, it can be intimidating. I built my first gaming rig just last year and there were plenty of times I thought I might break something while learning how everything worked. Don’t worry! The process is actually pretty straightforward—it just takes some time. And patience. And research. Building your own PC isn’t for everyone, but for those who have always wanted to try it, here are some tips on getting started. Before we get started building, let’s take a look at what components make up a modern-day gaming PC. When shopping for components, keep in mind that gaming builds aren’t necessarily more expensive than non-gaming rigs. For example, a high-end workstation graphics card like an Nvidia Quadro P5000 will set you back $3,000 or so. On the other hand, a GTX 1080 Ti will run about $700. So, you could build a mid-range gaming machine for less than half as much as a professional workstation. That said, most gamers won’t need anything quite that powerful; even budget cards like a 1050 Ti from Nvidia offer decent performance at 1080p resolution. So long as you stay within your budget , any recent generation GPU should do well enough for gaming purposes.
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