First gaming pc

[StephinWales]

Hi. I'm new to all of this. My son is 13 and enjoys playing Rust, Elden Ring, Apex, COD etc on his XBOX. He wants to change to pc but doesn't understand enough about the components to go for a pc he builds himself. He's smart and I know that when he's a little older he'll be competent enough to edit his first or build a new one. For now though, I thought prebuilt might be a better option. Can anyone advise me on what to buy with a budget max of £1700? Any advice would be appreciated!

 

[Why_Me]

It's difficult to recommend a graphics card without knowing his monitor resolution.

1440P

https://www.scan.co.uk/3xs/configurator/corsair-icue-gamer-intel
Corsair iCUE RGB Gaming PC £1,780.36

1080P

https://www.pcspecialist.co.uk/computers/intel-z690-pc/
Case: Lian Li Lancool 215
CPU: Intel Core i5-12400F
MB: ASUS TUF GAMING B660M DDR4
RAM: Corsair Vengeance RGB DDR4 3200 16GB (2x8GB)
GPU: 8GB RTX 3060 Ti
SSD: 2TB Intel 670 M.2 NVMe SSD
PSU: Corsair RM650W 80+ Gold Modular
CPU Cooler: Corsair iCUE H100i RGB Pro XT Hydro
O/S: Windows 11
Total: £1,567.00 inc. VAT

1080P

AWD Lancool 215 Intel i5 12400F RTX 3060 Ti 8GB DDR5 Desktop PC for Gaming

When performance is everythingBringing elite performance with upgraded technology in the form of the Intel i5-12400FAward-winning performance and optimized technology. For gamers. For creators. For everyone.

www.awd-it.co.uk

AWD Lancool 215 Intel i5 12400F RTX 3060 Ti 8GB DDR5 Desktop PC £1,249.99

 

[Why_Me]

Another option is to either build it yourself which is simple enough or order the components and take them to a local PC/laptop repair shop and have them build it for you for a small fee.

1080P resolution.

https://www.box.co.uk/CGR-5VM6B-MESH-G-RGB-Cougar-MX410-Mesh-G-RGB-Tempered-Glass-M_3212795.html
Cougar MX410 Mesh-G RGB Mid Tower Case £59.50

https://www.scan.co.uk/products/650...-crossfire-single-rail-541a-135mm-fan-atx-psu
EVGA SuperNOVA G5 650W 80+ GOLD Modular Power Supply £69.98

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09RMHDKHL
Gigabyte B660M GAMING X DDR4 £123.86

https://www.awd-it.co.uk/components/processors/intel/socket-1700-alder-lake/intel-core-i5-12400f-six-core-2-50ghz-cpu-alder-lake-processor-lga-1700.html
Intel Core i5-12400F £162.99

DEEP COOL GAMMAXX GT A-RGB, CPU Air Cooler, SYNC A-RGB Fan and Black Top Cover, Cable or Motherboard Control Supported, 4 Heatpipes, 120mm A-RGB Fan : Amazon.co.uk: Computers & Accessories

Buy

www.amazon.co.uk

DeepCool GAMMAXX GT A-RGB CPU Cooler £29.99

DDR4 RAM 3200MHz Memory Modules | Ebuyer.com

Upgrade your PC and boost performance with modules of 3200MHz DDR4 PC memory from the best brands in capacities from 8GB all the way up to 64GB. Check out the full range and get next day delivery at Ebuyer.

www.ebuyer.com

Crucial Ballistix RGB DDR4 3200Mhz 16GB (2x8GB) CL16 £57.99

https://www.scan.co.uk/products/2tb...-iii-6gb-s-3d-nand-read-540mb-s-write-500mb-s
Crucial BX500 2TB 3D NAND SATA 2.5" SSD £129.98

https://www.ebuyer.com/1286123-msi-...aphics-card-rtx-3060-ti-ventus-2x-8g-ocv1-lhr
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti VENTUS 8GB Graphics Card £509.99

https://www.scan.co.uk/products/windows-11-home-edition-64-bit-english-international-usb
Windows 11 Home Edition 64-bit USB - English £110.99

Total: £1255 inc VAT

https://www.amazon.co.uk/ASUS-VG258QR-165Hz-Gaming-Monitor/dp/B07KJ67Y3K/

ASUS VG258QR, 25" FHD (1920x1080) IPS 165Hz G-Sync Gaming Monitor £176.78

TUF GAMING VG259QR｜Monitors｜ASUS USA

TUF Gaming monitors are ideal for competitive gamers on a budget, delivering a carefully selected set of high-end gaming features at palatable prices. Immaculate visuals are now within reach.

www.asus.com

1440P resolution.

https://www.scan.co.uk/products/750...li-crossfire-single-rail-625a-140mm-fan-atx-p
Corsair RM750 750 Watt 80+ Gold Modular PSU £74.99

https://www.ebuyer.com/1262410-msi-...ere-graphics-card-rtx-3070-ti-ventus-3x-8g-oc
MSI RTX 3070 Ti 8GB Graphics Card £709.98

Total: £1460 inc VAT

https://www.amazon.co.uk/MSI-G273QF-Esports-Gaming-Monitor/dp/B08VH7Q7R2/

MSI Optix G273QF IPS WQHD (2560x1440) 27" G-SYNC Compatible Gaming Monitor £248.99

MSI Optix G273QF - All About Gaming | Esports Gaming Monitor | MSI

Meet MSI Opitx G273QF esports gaming monitor. Equipped with a 27 inch, 1440p, 165Hz, 1ms Rapid IPS panel, the Optix G273QF will give you the competitive you need to take down your opponents.

www.msi.com

B660M GAMING X DDR4 (rev. 1.x) Key Features | Motherboard - GIGABYTE Global

Lasting Quality from GIGABYTE.GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ motherboards bring together a unique blend of features and technologies that offer users the absolute ...

www.gigabyte.com

COUGAR MX410 Mesh-G RGB - Mid Tower Case - COUGAR

MX410 Mesh-G RGB Powerful Airflow and Compact Mid-Tower Case MX410 Mesh-G RGB sports an attractive and compact design with a massive mesh front panel for better air flow performance. The integrated lighting button with built-in LED controller allows it to display amazing lighting effects. With a...

cougargaming.com

 

[StephinWales]

Thank you. Whether we go for a prebuilt or attempt to do it ourselves, I now have a list of what's required from people who know what they're talking about. Cheers