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Gaming has become more and more mainstream. It’s no longer a hobby (or obsession) for a certain group of kids who only hang out with each other. Gaming is much more accessible than it once was. Kids can play games on a computer, tablet, phone or a gaming console. As gaming has become more popular than ever, the games have also become more advanced and lifelike. In this post we’ll take a look at our favorite picks for Gaming PC’s for Kids.

If you’re interested in getting a gaming laptop for your child, check out this blogpost. One advantage to a gaming desktop PC (as opposed to a laptop) is that you can upgrade a desktop endlessly so you can always stay up to date with the newest technology and improvements.

Gaming PC vs. Traditional PC

Gaming PC’s are not necessarily more expensive than a traditional PC. The main difference is that a gaming PC is built with a specific purpose- gaming - in mind. What this means is that gaming PC’s have a dedicated graphics card. The graphics card is a major part of being able to play modern games on your PC. If you (or your child) is really only interested in playing Minecraft or Roblox, a traditional PC will be fine (We’d reccommend this one). However, if they are going to be playing any other types of games, a dedicated graphics card on a gaming PC makes will make all the difference in the world.

If you are interested in building your own gaming PC, we have a blopost for that. Building your own gaming PC isn’t as intimidating as it may sound, and you’ll get more power and more freedom for your money than if you get a prebuilt gaming PC.

Graphics Cards and Specs

Let’s talk about some graphics card and overal specs you’ll want to watch for when looking at a gaming PC. By knowing the specs you should watch out for, you’ll be able to find a good gaming PC even if inventory changes.

Right now there are 2 major brands of graphics cards: AMD and the Nvidia. At this point, Nvidia is the better option and has been for the last 3 or 4 years.They have recently released their new line (3090, 3080 and 3070). The 3090 will be the best GPU on the market. However, the 3070, which is the lower end of this line, is still better than the previous best graphics card on the market. If you are looking for more budget friendly options you can still by cards from Nvidia’s previous line and have a great experience. The GTX1660 from Nvidia is also a great graphcis card for a gaming. You’ll want to avoid the 10 series (1060, 1070, 1080, etc.) because they’ll be outdated soon. If you want to learn more about graphics cards, you can check out a benchmark page.

The other specs you’ll want to pay attention to are the CPU and the RAM. There are two major brands of CPU’s: Ryzen chips and Intel chips (i3, i5, i7, etc). The higher the number, the better. Ryzen chips have a slight edge over intel for gaming, but the choice mostly comes down to personl preference and budget. You’ll want at least and i5 or a Ryzen 5 for your CPU. For RAM, make sure you have at least 8gb or higher.

Gaming PC’s for Kids

Let’s take a look at our top Gaming PC picks for kids. We've chosen our favorite gaming PC’s in 3 different price ranges - budget, mid-range, and luxury.

*Please note that all pricing is current as of publishing in April 2021. These computers are going fast, so let us know in the comments if our links are unavailable or out of stock!

Best Budget Gaming PC - Around $1000

AVGPC Quiet Series Gaming PC ($999)

This Gaming PC comes in at just under $1000, but it still meets our requirements for a good gaming PC. It has the Intel i5 CPU and comes with 16gb of RAM. This PC includes the GTX 1660 graphics card. While this card isn’t the top of the line, it is a great value and provides enough FPS (frames per second) to play “real” games with fast performance. It also comes with a keyboard and mouse, so if you aren’t ready to buy them separately or have your own, you don’t need to worry about it. You will need a monitor and and HDMI cable.

iBUYPOWER Gaming PC Computer Desktop Element MR 9320 ($1099)

This PC comes with an Intel i7 and 16gb of RAM. It also comes with the GTX 1660 Ti graphics card. This PC has a tempered glass RGB gaming case, Wi-Fi included and a 16 color RGB lighting case. It comes with a mouse and keyboard as well. Just like with the AVGPC, you’ll need to have a monitor and HDMI cable to set it up. This iBUYPOWER PC also comes with a 1 year parts and labor warranty and free lifetime US tech support.

VR Ready HP Pavilion Gaming PC ($1100)

This HP Pavillion Gaming PC gives you the Intel i5 CPU and 8gb of RAM. It also has the GTX 1660 graphics card, which gives you awesome bang for your buck! This Pavillion Gaming PC also comes with a mouse and keyboard. One thing reviewers mentioned is that this tower is smaller than they thought it would be. It measures 13.3 inches tall, so it’s great if your’re looking to save space!

SkyTech Shadow Gaming Computer PC ($1200)

This SkyTech Shadow Gaming PC has a Rzyen 5 CPU and 16gb of RAM. It also includes the GTX 1660 graphics card, so you’ll be set to play all of your favorite games. It comes with a keyboard and mouse and the tower has a tempered glass gaming case. It also includes a 1 year parts and labor warranty and free lifetime tech support.

Best Mid-Range Gaming PC’s - Around $2000

OMEN 25L Gaming Desktop PC ($1750)

This Omen PC comes with the Intel i7 CPU and 16gb of RAM. It also has the RTX 2060 graphics card, which is an upgrade from the GTX1660 in all of our budget gaming PC picks. This PC inlcudes an HP black wired keyboard with volume control and wired optical mouse. The OMEN 25L comes with a limited 1 year warranty (when shipped and sold by Amazon). One other cool feature of this computer is that it’s easy to customize. You can easily customize the lighting, and it’s made so that you can add aftermarket parts easily (if you’re into DIY or upgrading the computer).

SkyTech Shadow 3.0 Gaming Computer ($1800)

This SkyTech Shadow 3.0 Gaming PC has the Ryzen 5 CPU and includes 16gb of RAM and the RTX 3060 graphics card. Like all of our other computers, it comes with a keyboard and mouse. It also has a tempered glass case and a 1 year parts and labor warranty. It also has free lifetime tech support. With the 3060 graphics card, it’s designed to run your games at High to Ultra settings, crisp 1440p Full HD resolution and smooth 60+ FPS game play.

iBUYPOWER Gaming PC Computer Desktop 1000iV2 ($1950)

The iBUYPOWER 1000iV2 gaming PC also has the Intel i7 CPU and 16 gb of RAM. For graphics, it comes with the RTX 2060 graphics card. The iBUYPOWER 1000iV2 has a tempered glass RGB gaming case and a 16 color RGB lighting case. It also comes with a gaming keyboard and RGB gaming mouse. As with our other iBUYPOWER computer, it comes with a 1 year Parts and Labor Warranty, plus free lifetime US tech support. Reviews say it’s a super easy set up, but you will need to plug your HDMI cable into the port on the graphics card, not the motherboard.

CYBERPOWERPC Gamer Xtreme VR Gaming PC ($2199)

This CYPERPOWER PC comes in at about $2200. It has the Intel i7 and 16 gb of RAM, similar to the options above. However, this PC has the RTX 3060 graphics card. The RTX 3060 isn’t the top of the line of the new Nvidia graphics cards, but it is from their newest series and the best graphics card in any of the computers we’ve mentioned so far. It comes with a USB keyboard and RGB 7 colors gaming mouse, a liquid cool CPU, a tempered glass side case panel and cutom RGB case lighting. The CYPERPOWERPC also includess a 1 year parts and labor warranty adn free lifetime tech support.

Best Luxury Gaming PC

Skytech Chronos Gaming PC ($2300)

This Skytech Chronos Gaming PC kicks off our luxury picks. While still pretty close to $2000, it comes with the Ryzen 7 CPU and 16 gb of RAM. It also has the 3070 graphics card, which is pretty impressive at this price point. It comes with a gaming mouse and keyboard, as well as free lifetime tech support. This price also includes a 1 year parts and labor warranty. It has 4 dual ring fans and the front has a cool mesh.

OMEN 30L Gaming Desktop PC ($3459)

This OMEN 30L boasts an Intel i9 CPU and 32 gb of RAM. It also has the RTX 3080 graphics card, which is almost the top of the line! This pc has great reviews and it’s easy to upgrade adn customize. It has a tempered glass side panel and includes a keyboard and mouse. This computer has a 1 year limited hardware warranty. It is a gaming beast!

CUK Mantis Gamer PC ($5900)

This CUK Mantis PC comes with everything you could ask for! It has the Intel i9 CPU and a whopping 128gb of RAM! It also has the RTX 3090 graphics card, which is top of the line. It doesn’t get better than this! It includes a backlit USB keyboard and a USB mouse. The CUK Mantis PC also has a 3-Year CUK Limited Warranty. This PC has six Halo fans each illuminated by 30 Green LEDs. It also has a tempered glass side panel and is equipped to handle future upgrades easily.

Conclusion

Well, there you have it! Our top picks for pre-built gaming PC’s for Kids! Hopefully our information about the graphics cards and specs, as well as our gaming PC choices will help you find the perfect gaming PC for your kid, in the correct budget range!

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