PREBUILT PC VS BUILDING YOUR OWN: PRICE On the surface, this seems like an easy win for building your own PC, and yes, it's technically cheaper to build your own PC. Just buy all the bits individually, wait for it all to get delivered and then build it.

By choosing your components carefully, you can build an incredible gaming rig for less than 500 bucks. While it won't perform as well as higher-end gaming PCs, it can still deliver incredible graphics and great performance. Budget gaming rigs are best for average games.

However, generally, an entry-level gaming PC can run most games at 1080p resolution with decent graphics settings and frame rates. The price of an entry-level gaming PC can vary depending on the components you choose, but generally, you can expect to spend between $300 and $800.