How to choose a gaming PC?

How to choose a gaming PC: The essential questions

Before you start browsing, answer a few key questions. Choosing the right PC based on its specifications starts with understanding your own needs.

1. What games do you want to play?

Different games have different requirements. E-sports titles (CS2, Valorant, League of Legends) run smoothly even on less powerful hardware. Modern AAA games (Cyberpunk, Alan Wake 2, GTA VI) require significantly more performance. Consider what kind of gaming PC you actually need.

2. What resolution do you want to play at?

• Full HD (1080p) – the least demanding, a mid-range system is sufficient

• 1440p (QHD) – the sweet spot, requires a more powerful GPU

• 4K (UHD) – the most demanding, requiring a high-end system

3. What is your budget?

Your budget determines what kind of gaming PC you can afford. The good news is that you can get a quality gaming PC even on a limited budget. At HelloComp, you'll find everything from entry-level gaming PCs to extreme gaming machines costing more than CZK 200,000.

4. Do you plan to use it for anything else?

Streaming, video editing, graphics work – all of these affect how you should choose your PC configuration. For multitasking, you'll need more RAM and a more powerful processor.

Choosing a PC by specifications: What to focus on

When deciding how to choose a PC, focus on four key components. These determine what your gaming computer can handle.

Graphics card (GPU)

The graphics card is the most important component for gaming. It determines the resolution and detail settings at which you'll be able to play. When choosing one, focus on:

• Performance at your target resolution – different GPUs are suitable for Full HD and 4K

• VRAM capacity – modern games require increasingly more video memory

• Support for modern technologies – Ray Tracing, DLSS (NVIDIA) or FSR (AMD)

NVIDIA GeForce and AMD Radeon are the two main choices. Both brands offer quality products across different price ranges.

Processor (CPU)

The processor is the brain of the computer. Both single-core performance and the number of cores are important for gaming. As a basic rule:

• E-sports and Full HD – an Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 is sufficient

• 1440p and streaming – Intel Core i7 or AMD Ryzen 7

• 4K and professional work – Intel Core i9 or AMD Ryzen 9

Memory (RAM)

RAM affects smooth performance when multitasking. For gaming:

• 16 GB – minimum for modern games

• 32 GB – ideal for demanding gamers, streamers and content creators

• 64 GB+ – for professional video and 3D work

DDR5 offers higher performance, while DDR4 offers a better price-to-performance ratio. The memory type (DDR4 vs DDR5) depends on the platform. For example, motherboards with an AM4 socket do not support the latest DDR5 memory, while the newer AM5 platform does.

Storage (SSD)

An SSD is standard today. It ensures fast system startup and game loading. Modern games can take up tens or even hundreds of GB, so choose:

• 512 GB – absolute minimum

• 1 TB – a sensible starting point

• 2 TB+ – for a large game library

An NVMe SSD is faster than a SATA SSD, and the price difference is minimal.

How to choose a gaming PC based on your budget

How do you choose a PC if you're not sure how much to invest? This general overview will help:

• Up to CZK 15,000: Full HD resolution, typically suitable for e-sports and older games.

• Up to CZK 20,000: Full HD resolution, suitable for modern games at medium settings.

• Up to CZK 30,000: Full HD / 1440p resolution, ideal for modern games at high settings.

• Up to CZK 40,000: 1440p resolution, designed for AAA games at ultra settings and streaming.

• Up to CZK 60,000: 4K resolution, suitable for maximum settings and professional use.

Each category offers the best gaming PC for the given budget. All HelloComp systems are designed with an emphasis on an ideal price-to-performance ratio. For uncompromising top-tier performance, systems costing more than CZK 100,000 are also available.

The most common mistakes when choosing a gaming PC

When deciding how to choose a gaming PC, avoid these mistakes:

• Unbalanced configuration – an expensive graphics card paired with a cheap processor (or vice versa) means money wasted

• Underpowered power supply – a poor-quality PSU can damage components or cause instability

• Too little RAM – 8 GB is no longer enough; choose at least 16 GB

• Small SSD – 256 GB fills up quickly, so think ahead

• Ignoring cooling – an overheating computer throttles and loses performance

HelloComp systems are designed to be balanced, ensuring that all components work optimally together.

Why buy a pre-built PC instead of building your own

How do you choose a PC if you don't have experience building one? Choose a pre-built gaming system and you'll get:

• Guaranteed compatibility – all components are verified and matched with each other

• Professional assembly – built by experienced technicians

• Testing – every computer undergoes stress testing before shipping

• Warranty – a single warranty covering the entire system with Czech-based service

• Upgrade options – RAM, SSD, GPU and CPU can be upgraded according to your needs

In addition, every product features an FPS calculator that shows you real-world performance in specific games. No guessing – just facts.

How to choose between our Gamer series?

Our gaming PC series are designed to suit different levels of gamers, from beginners to professionals:

• Gamer SE: Refurbished systems offering great performance at a lower price. Ideal for beginners or gamers on a limited budget.

• Gamer: Entry-level models with balanced performance for everyday gaming. These PCs offer a great starting point for most gamers.

• Gamer DDR5: Modern versions with DDR5 memory for better future compatibility, performance and upgrade potential.

• Gamer Pro: Higher-end models designed for advanced gamers. They offer more powerful hardware and are ready for more demanding games.

• Gamer Pro DDR5: Advanced models with modern components and DDR5 memory, providing higher performance and stability for demanding games and multitasking.

• Gamer Max: Systems with even more performance and advanced features for gamers who want to get the most out of their gaming experience.

• Gamer Max DDR5: High-end models with the latest components and DDR5 memory, designed for demanding gamers and professionals looking for maximum performance and the best gaming experience.

• Gamer Ultra: Our latest series designed for gamers who want top-tier performance with the latest processors and graphics cards. Ideal for high-resolution gaming, VR and multitasking.

• Gamer Extreme: The pinnacle of our range, designed for the most demanding gamers and professionals. These PCs feature the latest and most powerful components on the market.

• Gamer Individual: An exclusive series focused on design and performance. Unique systems designed by our technicians for those who want something exceptional.

• ASUS GAMER: A premium series built exclusively with ASUS components. It offers top-tier performance, elegant design, precise cable management and maximum reliability thanks to 100% new components.

Which gaming PC is right for you?

Still not sure which gaming PC to choose? Use your gaming profile as a guide:

• Beginner / e-sports gamer → Entry-level gaming PC

• Advanced gamer / Full HD ultra → Mid-range gaming PC

• Demanding gamer / 1440p → High-performance gaming PC

• Hardcore gamer / 4K / streaming → High-end gaming PC

Choose the best gaming PC

Now you know how to choose a gaming PC based on your needs. Explore HelloComp's gaming PCs and find the system that's right for you. Use the FPS calculator to check performance in specific games and take advantage of individual upgrade options to create your ideal configuration.

Every HelloComp gaming PC is professionally assembled, tested and ready to use. Simply plug it in and start playing. Can't decide? Contact us – we'll be happy to advise you and help you find the best gaming PC for your budget and gaming style.