Best Gaming Desktop Computers Buying Guide: Welcome to Technika’s round-up of the top Gaming Desktop Computers you can buy in 2018. This buying guide is the result of many days of research, reading thousands of user reviews, crowdsourced opinions and owner ratings, our personal experience, and more. See our top picks from brands like Asus, Alienware, Acer, MSI and HP.
Our Top Recommendations
- Lenovo IdeaCentre Y900 Gaming Desktop (90DD00E1US)
- ASUS GR8 II-6GT024Z Gaming Desktop Computer
- ASUS ROG G20CB-WB71 Gaming Desktop
- ASUS ROG GT51CA-XB71K Gaming Desktop
- Alienware Aurora AWAUR7-7876SLV-PUS Gaming Desktop
- Alienware Area 51 a51R2-3237SLV Gaming Desktop
- CORSAIR ONE PRO Compact Gaming Desktop Computer
- Acer Predator G1-710-70013 Gaming Desktop
- HP OMEN Gaming Desktop
- HP OMEN X Gaming Desktop
- MSI Nightblade MI3 VR Ready Gaming Desktop
- MSI Aegis 3 VR7RE-057US Gaming Desktop
- MSI Infinite X VR8RF-008US Gaming Desktop
- MSI Trident 3 VR7RD-081US Gaming Desktop
Lenovo IdeaCentre Y900 Gaming Desktop (90DD00E1US)
- Built for gamers, the Idea Centre Y900 offers the latest Intel Core i7 K CPUs, NVIDIA GeForce graphics and DDR4 memory;Power supply : Up to 625 Watts
- A spacious 34 liter chassis combined with tool-free upgradability and space for additional cooling keeps your game at its peak.
- Keep it clean with a transparent tool-free side panel, interior painting, internal cable routing and removable front fan and PSU dust filters.
- Internal and external red LED lights combined with software control glow like the ashes of your adversaries.
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ASUS GR8 II-6GT024Z Gaming Desktop Computer
- GR8 II-6GT024Z mini PC gaming desktop features an Intel Core i7-7700 processor with 8GB DDR4 memory for full desktop power from a console sized system
- NVIDIA VR Ready with customized ASUS GeForce GTX 1060 6G graphics for unstoppable HD gaming and 4K streaming
- AURA Sync RGB lighting features an endless spectrum of colors with the ability to synchronize effects across an ever-expanding ecosystem of AURA Sync enabled products
- Ultra-quiet thermal chamber design provides optimized cooling for everyday use and actively cools during marathon gaming sessions - up to 23% quieter than similar systems
ASUS ROG G20CB-WB71 Gaming Desktop
- The World's Most Powerful Compact Gaming Desktop with unrivaled performance in a 12.5 liter case
- Enjoy lag-free and stutter-free gamplay with NVIDA GeForce GTX 1080, 3x the performance over previous GPUs
- Next generation VR Performance gives you low latency with superior compatibility with leading VR headsets
- Active and passive thermal design creates hidden airflow and actively cools during marathon gaming sessions
ASUS ROG GT51CA-XB71K Gaming Desktop
- Liquid Cooled overclocked Intel Core i7-6700K Processor 4.2 GHz (4.6 GHz) with GeForce GTX 1080 SLI graphics cards
- 64GB RAM/ 1TB HDD + 2x 512GB NVMe SSds with DL DVD±RW/CD-RW. Windows 10 operating system
- Customizable lighting in multiple zones including the fan intake
- ROG band lets you access additional features using NFC such as overclocking, customized lighting and shadow drive
Alienware Aurora AWAUR7-7876SLV-PUS Gaming Desktop
- Intel Core i7 8700 (6-Core/12-Thread, 12MB Cache, up to 4.6GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology)
- 16GB 2666MHz DDR4 up to [64GB], Dual Channel (additional memory sold separately)
- 2TB 7200 RPM [SATA] (HDD) + 32GB Intel Optane memory accelerated, Tray-loading DVD Burner
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 with 8GB GDDR5X
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Alienware Area 51 a51R2-3237SLV Gaming Desktop
- Intel Core i7-6800k, up to 3.6 GHz Processor with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 with 8GB GDDR5 Graphics Memory
- 16GB DDR4 included; 32GB maximum
- 2TB HDD storage; DVD+RW
- No monitor included
CORSAIR ONE PRO Compact Gaming Desktop Computer
- The Power of ONE: CORSAIR ONE takes fast, quiet and small PCs to a previously impossible level with custom liquid-cooling technology and an incredible compact form factor
- Enabling the Future: Built with the fastest components, CORSAIR ONE is powered by an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti graphics card, INTEL Core i7-7700K processor and CORSAIR's award-winning DDR4 memory
- Powerful Components, Faster: High-end performance enabled by CPU and GPU liquid-cooling powers the best 4K and VR gaming experiences
- Seen, Not Heard: Operating at just 20 dBA* idle, CORSAIR ONE is quieter than a whisper and virtually inaudible in the living room or den
Acer Predator G1-710-70013 Gaming Desktop
- 7th Generation Intel Core i7-7700 processor (up to 4.2GHz)
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Graphics with 8GB of GDDR5X Video Memory
- 32GB DDR4 2400MHz Memory
- Number of Total Memory Slots : 4
HP OMEN Gaming Desktop
- Processor: 7th Generation Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-7700K Processor, Quad-Core, Liquid cooling, 4.20GHz; Game, stream, and edit videos like never before with exceptional power, more options for overclocking, and hassle-free thermal management.
- Video graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080Ti (11 GB GDDR5X dedicated); Experience fast, smooth gaming with this new flagship gaming GPU, based on NVIDIA Pascal. This card is packed with extreme gaming horsepower and a massive 11 GB frame buffer.
- Memory: 16 GB DDR4-2400 SDRAM; Designed to run more efficiently and more reliably at faster speeds.
- Hard drive and solid-state drive: 2 TB 7200RPM SATA and 512 GB SSD; Store all your digital content and still have room left over.
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HP OMEN X Gaming Desktop
- Why buy: A revolutionary gaming tower with liquid cooling and an easily upgradable case.
- Processor: 7th Generation Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-7700K Processor, Quad-Core, Liquid Cooling, 4.20GHz; Get powerful multitasking performance, 4K video capabilities, and hassle-free thermal management.
- Video graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 (8 GB GDDR5X dedicated); Experience the latest in VR and 4K gaming with this advanced gaming GPU.
- Memory: 16 GB DDR4-2133 SDRAM; Designed to run more efficiently and more reliably at faster speeds.
MSI Nightblade MI3 VR Ready Gaming Desktop
- Processor: Intel Core i7-8700K Six Core Processor (12MB Cache, 3.7GHz-4.7GHz) 95W w/ Polar King Liquid CPU Cooler
- RAM: 16GB DDR4 2666MHz | Hard Drive: 1TB Solid State Drive
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 8GB | Motherboard: B360M Motherboard
- Power Supply: 600W Gold Power Supply | Operating System: Windows 10 Home x64
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MSI Aegis 3 VR7RE-057US Gaming Desktop
- Form Factor: Small Form Factor Design | Operating System: Windows 10
- Processor: Core i7-7700 Quad core (4) 3.6GHz 8M Cache | Motherboard: B250 chipset
- Graphics card: NVIDIA's Latest GeForce GTX 1080 8GB GDDR5
- RAM: 16GB (8GB x 2) DDR4 SO-DIMM 2133Mhz 2 slots, Max 32GB | Hard Drive: 512GB (512GB x 1 or 256GB x 2) M.2 SSD
MSI Infinite X VR8RF-008US Gaming Desktop
- Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080Ti 11GB GDDR5 (2x HDMI, 2x DisplayPort, 1x DVI-D) | OS: Microsoft Windows 10 Home (64-bit)
- Processor: 8th Gen Intel Coffee Lake Core i7-8700K six core (3.7GHz-4.7GHz, 12MB Intel Smart Cache, 95W)
- RAM: 16GB (2x 8GB) DDR4 2400MHz | Hard Drive: 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD + 2TB 7200RPM HDD | Optical Drive: DVD Super Multi
- Mystic Light RGB LED: 16.8M controllable colors & 12 different effects | Special feature: Proprietary Thermal Kit Included | Glass Side Panel and Classic Black Side Panel included | Warranty: 1-Year MSI USA Warranty Parts & Labor + Lifetime Tech Support from EXcaliberPC
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MSI Trident 3 VR7RD-081US Gaming Desktop
- Form Factor: Console Form Factor Design | Operating System: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i7-7700 Quad Core Processor (3.6GHz) | Motherboard: H110 chipset
- Graphics card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 8GB GDDR5
- RAM: 16GB (8GB x 2) DDR4 2133Mhz | Hard Drive: 512GB M.2 SSD
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