It can be difficult to build a new gaming PC with a good amount of performance if you're on a tight budget. You usually have to make feature compromises to afford all the necessary components. But you don't have to sacrifice everything. We've done the math, though, and we've come ...
Of course, this does come with some compromises, including the cooling necessary to maintain high frame rates in the latest games—in short, they can be real loud—but the main thing is they're often so much more expensive than an equivalent desktop gaming PC. Which is why we're here ...
If you have $1,000, it's pretty easy to build a good PC whether you're using AMD's Ryzen and Radeon chips, Intel's Core and Arc processors, or other hardware. But what if you have closer to $700? Although it's much more challenging to build a PC without major compromises for ...
Surfshark’s monthly subscription is quite a bit more expensive than the competition, but if you sign up for an annual or two-year plan, you’ll pay far less than what you would for most other top VPNs’ long-term subscriptions. Surfshark isn't just one of the top affordable VPNs --...
Our favorite cheap gaming desk is the DlandHome 63-inch X-large Computer Desk. It delivers quality design with enough space for multiple monitors. About the Author Andrew Kirkcaldy Andrew is one of three co-founders of BGFG, the parent company of PC Guide. A keen gamer and PC enthusiast,...
The Galaxy S24 FE may not be a “cheap” phone in the true sense of the word, but it deserves a place on this deal, since it's often possible to get it for much less through thegreat deals offered through Samsung's online store. This can be a great option for someone who is cap...
This phone offered a basic, but overall good, experience during our testing period, with great battery life and a decent main camera. We found it has pretty decent performance for the price. It has a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ and 6GB of RAM. If you like larger screens, this one measures...
is a good example of an OEM cheap gaming computer. This model sports an AMD Phenom 6-core processor, 8 gigs of RAM, a 1 TB hard drive, and the ATI Radeon HD5570 graphics card with 1GB of onboard RAM. Gateway's FX6840 Series ($999) is similarly equipped, but comes with an Intel...
Adhering to strict spending limits flat-out means that at least some of your hardware will sacrifice performance on the altar of The Overall Good. But which hardware? How badass a gaming PC can you truly achieve for $500? That’s what this article is all about. I’ve spent th...
Consider your comfort: Most cheap gaming headsets have either faux leather or soft fabric earcups. The former is very comfortable and does a good job sealing sound in, but can get hot over time. Fabric cups are usually very lightweight and are better to wear for long stretches, but you ...