Setting up gaming PC for competitive gaming - budget question

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Aug 81 min read

Getting back into gaming after a 10 year break and want to build something decent for FPS games. Don't want to go crazy expensive but need something that can handle 1440p at 144fps. My 15 year old is actually helping me spec it out which is pretty cool. Any recommendations in the 1200-1500 range?

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RRick M.RegularAug 9

Just make sure whatever you build, you've got a plan for when the kids want to 'help' in the gaming room. That's been my ongoing battle with three kids and a nice setup.

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SSteveRegularAug 9

Getting back into gaming after that long? That's awesome man. Budget depends on your framerates goals but honestly don't cheap out on the monitor - 144hz minimum if you're going competitive. The PC can be solid mid-tier and still perform great.

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DDanielExperiencedAug 10

Budget for a solid GPU first, that's where your money needs to go for competitive FPS. I'd say $1200-1500 gets you something that'll last a few years without needing an upgrade. What games are you looking to run mainly?

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