5 best pre-built gaming desktops (2024)

If you don't want the hassle of building a PC from scratch you can always choose from the pre-built gaming desktops available. Over the years several companies like iBUYPOWER, Origin PC, Starforge, CyberPowerPC, and Maingear have made a name for themselves selling pre-built PCs. Recently, PC component manufacturers like Corsair, Cooler Master, Gigabyte, Acer, and ASUS have also joined the race to offer good pre-built gaming desktops at cheaper prices.

So, if you plan to buy one, here are our top 5 picks among the best pre-built gaming desktops to help you choose.

5 best pre-built gaming desktops to buy in 2024

1) iBUYPOWER Scale SCI3N3501 ($799.99)

iBUYPOWER Scale Gaming Desktop is a budget pre-built gaming desktop (Image via iBUYPOWER)

If you are looking for the best pre-built gaming desktops in the budget segment, the iBUYPOWER Scale SCI3N3501 is a great starting point. It uses an RTX 3050, a great entry-level GPU that perfectly fits the budget and circumvents unavailability issues. For a CPU, it relies on the i3 14100F which is undoubtedly a great gaming processor for entry-level PCs.

CPU	i3 14100F
CPU cooling	Air
GPU	RTX 3050
Motherboard chipset	B660
Memory	16 GB DDR4 3200 MHz
Storage	1 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe
PSU	600 watts 80+ Gold
Case	iBUYPOWER Scale

It might seem like the brand cheaped out, providing a B660 motherboard and DDR4 RAM. However the prime advantage of getting a gaming desktop is upgradability, and DDR4 RAM is expected to remain relevant for a long time. On the brighter side, iBUYPOWER has managed to provide a latest generation Intel processor, a ray tracer GPU, 16 gigs of RAM, 1 TB PCIe Gen4 SSD, and an 80+ Gold rated 600 watts PSU, everything under $800. This PC can play most games at 1080p, on high-ultra settings.

Pros:

RTX capability in under $800
14th gen Intel processor under $800
600 watts 80+ Gold standard PSU leaves some space for future upgrades

Cons:

Previous generation B650 motherboard
Previous generation DDR4 RAM

2) iBUYPOWER SlateMesh SMA7R77XT01 ($1,099.99)

The SlateMesh SMA7R77XT01 is a great mid-range 1440p gaming PC (Image via iBUYPOWER)

The SlateMesh SMA7R77XT01 is another iBUYPOWER gaming PC on our list. We have chosen this PC only for its unbeatable value for money. Even a similarly specced machine with an RTX 4060 Ti and 16 gigs of RAM, typically costs around $1200. In comparison, iBUYPOWER provides a better GPU, and double the amount of RAM, for less than $1100.

CPU	Ryzen 7 7700 XT
CPU cooling	Air
GPU	Radeon RX 7700 XT
Motherboard chipset	B650
Memory	32 GB DDR5 5200 MHz
Storage	1 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe
PSU	700 watts 80+ Gold
Case	iBUYPOWER Slate 8 Mesh Pro

You can squeeze even more performance out of this system by overclocking once you upgrade to an X670 motherboard and a liquid cooler. Also, we suggest getting a 1440p Freesync monitor to utilize the full potential of this system. It can play most AAA titles at 1440p, in high-very high settings.

Pros:

High-end Ryzen 7 7700 XT CPU
1440p gaming capability under $1100
32 GB DDR5 RAM under $1100

Cons:

B660 motherboard doesn't have good overclocking capability
The Ryzen 7 7700 XT deserves a liquid cooler
Basic 5200 MHz RAM doesn't do justice to the high-end Ryzen processor

3) Cooler Master HAF 5 Pro AYG-H5M7-N734-N1 ($1,549.99)

The HAF 5 Pro is a great 1440p gaming PC (Image via Cooler Master)

If you are looking for the best pre-built gaming desktops in the $1,500 range, you can grab the Cooler Master HAF 5 Pro AYG-H5M7-N734-N1 while it's available. With this, we enter the domain of high-end gaming desktops. It is powered by the latest gen i7 processor and uses the RTX 4070 Super GPU bundled with 32 gigs of high-speed DDR5 RAM.

CPU	i7-14700F
CPU cooling	Air
GPU	RTX 4070 Super
Motherboard chipset	B760
Memory	32 GB DDR5 6000 MHz
Storage	1 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe
PSU	650 watts 80+ Gold
Case	Cooler Master HAF 500

The Cooler Master HAF 5 Pro AYG-H5M7-N734-N1 hits a sweet spot between 1440p and 4K resolution. If you want high FPS no-compromise 1440p gaming, it can play most AAA titles at 1440p, on ultra settings. If you care more about higher resolutions, it can also handle some 4K gaming at medium-high settings.

Pros:

The latest generation high-end Intel i7-14700F CPU
Best 1440p gaming system under $1500
32 GB DDR5 RAM with higher 6000 MHz clock speed

Cons:

B760 motherboard has limited extension options
The i7-14700F deserves a liquid cooler
With a power-hungry CPU and GPU combo, the 650 watts PSU doesn't leave much space for any future upgrades

4) MSI Aegis RS2 C14NUG9-825US ($2,499.00)

The Aegis RS2 is a great 4K gaming PC at a reasonable price (Image via MSI)

MSI Aegis RS2 C14NUG9-825US is one of the best pre-built gaming desktops for proper 4K gaming. This absolute beast of a gaming PC is powered by Intel's flagship i9-14900KF processor paired with an NVIDIA RTX 4080 Super GPU (MSI Ventus 3X).

CPU	i9-14900KF
CPU cooling	360mm liquid
GPU	RTX 4080 Super
Motherboard chipset	Z790
Memory	32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz
Storage	2 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe
PSU	750 watts 80+ Gold
Case	MSI Gungnir 212R

Other noticeable improvements include a Z790 motherboard (MSI PRO Z790 WiFi), and a 360mm liquid AIO cooler (MSI MAG Coreliquid M360). These upgrades allow you to overclock the CPU, GPU, and RAM to some extent. It can play most of the modern titles in 4K on very high-ultra settings.

Pros:

i9-14900KF is the most powerful gaming CPU in the current market
RTX 4080 Super is the second most powerful gaming GPU in the current market
2 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD is perfect for storing modern-day large AAA games
32 GB DDR5 RAM is more than enough for gaming
MSI MAG Coreliquid M360 is a good liquid cooler for such a powerful and hot CPU
Z790 motherboard helps unlock the system's full overclocking capability

Cons:

With a power-hungry CPU and GPU combo, the 750 watts PSU doesn't leave much space for any future upgrades

5) Corsair Vengeance i7500 CS-9050077-NA ($3,899.99)

The Vengeance i7500 is a top-tier pre-built desktop with the best gaming CPU and GPU combo in the current market (Image via Corsair)

The Corsair Vengeance i7500 CS-9050077-NA is one of the best overall pre-built gaming desktops in the current market. Here we witness the holy union of the Intel i9-14900KF CPU with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, the best of both worlds. Also, being a premiere manufacturer of PSUs, RAM modules, storage drives, cases, and cooling systems, enabled Corsair to provide high-quality components at a relatively cheaper price.

CPU	i9-14900KF
CPU cooling	240mm liquid
GPU	RTX 4090
Motherboard chipset	Z790
Memory	64 GB DDR5 6000 MHz
Storage	2 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe
PSU	1000 watts 80+ Gold
Case	Corsair Vengeance 4000D

The award-winning Corsair Vengeance 4000D case provides ample space for airflow and future upgrades. The Corsair iCUE H100i RGB Elite CAPELLIX liquid cooler keeps the CPU temps down during heavy loads. The 2 x 32GB Corsair Vengeance RGB 6000 MHz DDR5 RAM handles everything from intense gaming to content creation with ease. This PC is built for 4K gaming at ultra settings.

Pros:

i9-14900KF is the most powerful gaming CPU in the current market
RTX 4090 is the most powerful gaming GPU in the current market
1000 watts PSU leaves enough space for future upgrades
64 GB RAM makes this system good enough for heavy productivity tasks, alongside gaming
The Corsair Vengeance 4000D case comes with a modern design and impressive airflow

Cons:

Although the H100i RGB Elite is a good CPU cooler, still Corsair could have added a 360mm liquid cooler at this price

These were our top picks among the best pre-built gaming desktops in 2024 so far. Nevertheless, if possible, always go for a custom build over a pre-built PC as they offer much better value for money, customizability, and several other advantages.

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Edited by Niladri Roy