What do gamers want the most? Certainly, more hours in one day. What do they also want? Great technology devices and gadgets! The importance of being equipped with the right PC, depending on your interests, needs, and field you are in, can’t be emphasized enough. However, it’s been proven that gamers spend enormous amounts of money to get the latest computers, in order to have a faster, better, and more enjoyable user experience. Oh, and to win games. But, in reality, most people don’t know where to start, how to build their PC from scratch, and what things they need to pay attention to. More importantly, how much should all of this cost them? Thanks to the enormously high supply and the wide variety of different PC components and companies, building your PC is not such a simple thing. The total prices can vary, as well as your pc class, its performances and finally, its design.
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It’s all about the budget
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As in every other field, you have millions of options available, so it’s up to you to choose the one that fits your needs and the one that you can afford. It is almost the same as buying a T-shirt from one brand or another. The main difference is the fact that building a PC is not a simple process as buying a piece of clothing. However, you might wonder why you should consider building your PC when you can simply buy an already existing one? There are several good reasons behind the decision of making your own. First of all, if it’s already built, it doesn’t mean it will necessarily meet your needs, nor does it mean that you can’t build a PC that will be more affordable but better when it comes to customization and upgrades, all while you have control of the cost. Makes sense?
Do they cost the same in every part of the world?
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Logically, the price of your PC may be slightly different from country to country. It depends on the components and the manufacturers of those components. As you probably know, the countries where you can find the cheapest components are Kuwait and Malaysia, and it doesn’t only include PC particles, but every piece of technology that may come to your mind. On the other hand, some of the world’s most expensive places to buy the same things are unexpected – the countries such as Venezuela or Brunei. Does it mean you should avoid these at all costs? Probably yes. But after all, depending on the market and the country you live in, you will choose what’s available.
Price comparison and the average costs
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In 2024, gaming PC prices are almost the same as in the year before. To get a typical one, you will need something around $1,000. But, it’s just the average cost for the average performance. From low cost to high-end machines, buying or building a PC may cost you anything between $700 and even $5000! Click here to check out the market comparison. It’s been proven that building your PC is somewhat cheaper than buying a pre-built one, which is one of the reasons why people choose to buy each and every particle separately so that they could focus on the things they find are the most important to invest in. Things you need to consider when making a list, are most certainly the graphics card, CPU which stands for central processing unit, or simply – a processor, RAM, hard drive, monitor – the list could go on and on. It’s not just about the field you are in or the purpose of your computer, your PC quality also depends on the type of games you play! Logically, if you wanna indulge in only the simpler games such as Fortnite, you can get away with an average PC. However, if you plan on enjoying the VR experience or if you wanna stream your games, then you should consider equipping yourself with more powerful technology.
How much money does it take to build a PC in India?
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When it comes to building your PC, how’s India different from the rest of the world? If you opt for building your own PC, you may expect to invest at least ₹90,000. Still, the majority of people in India have built a PC for under ₹50,000. It means that it’s possible to go cheap and still have a decent gaming machine. Depending on the prices on the market, and your total budget, there are a plethora of choices for every component.
However, if you go for an all-in-one – already set up PC, it may cost you ₹ 2 lakh. On the other hand, some of the available desktops that you can find may cost you something between ₹130,000 and ₹ 540,000, depending on the processor, the RAM size, and the hard drive. That’s why it’s a better option to choose each component by yourself, and invest as much money as you want.
When it comes to separate components, you may expect to pay somewhere around ₹30,000 for Intel’s i7 CPU, or you could go for a much cheaper option and choose one of the Nvidia CPUs, which can be bought for three times less money than Intel. Make sure to do your research and compare the prices before you make the final choice. Just keep in mind that not all is about the price, so read the user reviews and analyze the quality-price ratio. You also need to pay attention to the motherboard because it’s necessary to distinguish which CPU will work with which motherboard. However, you can expect to pay at least ₹7,000, up to ₹10,000 for an average one, that consists of at least 8GB. Hard disk drive prices may vary depending on the brand and the size. These prices can go from ₹3,000 to even ₹9,000.
Keep in mind that additional things such as your mouse or your keyboard don’t necessarily need to be expensive, which is the right way to save some money. Focus on the processor, the graphic card, and the motherboard instead. Don’t forget about the monitor either! And finally, don’t forget to have fun along the way. After you assemble your PC, you will be able to enjoy countless hours of games!