One of the most important components in any gaming desktop is, of course, the processor. The Digital Storm ODE Level 3, for instance, comes with a 3.4GHz Intel Core i7-2600K CPU, which allowed it to score high marks in our gaming and multimedia tests. It doesn’t hurt that it also comes with two Nvidia GeForce GTX 570 cards in an SLI configuration.
The amount of memory a gaming desktop comes with is not something to be overlooked, as most modern games will severely tax the system memory. Most consumer-oriented desktops come with at least 2GB of memory, but gaming desktops come with more. The ODE Level 3’s stablemate, the Digital Storm Black Ops Enix Editions 8GB of DDR3 memory. Like the ODE Level 3, it came with an Intel Core i7-2600K. It also had a kick-ass graphics setup with Nvidia GeForce GTX 580 card in a triple SLI configuration, which, combined with its CPU and memory, helped it wipe the floor on our CPU-intensive tests and scored well over the necessary frame rates in our Crysis and Lost Planet 2 benchmark tests.
For those with big gaming aspirations, without the big bucks to pay for it, there is a cheaper alternative. The iBuypower Gamer Power BTS11 costs $999 and comes with a Intel Core i5 CPU, a Nvidia GeForce GTX 550 Ti video card, 8GB of memory, and a helping of ports to connect old and new devices. It won’t be as powerful as the more expensive gaming deskopts, but it will deliver a pretty satisfying gaming experience at a reasonable price.
The bang-for-the-buck champion among budget gaming desktops is the Velocity Micro Edge Z40. For $1,199, it offers blazingly fast performance on our performance tests in its category, and comes with an overclocked Intel Core i5-2500k. It also has room to expand in its chassis and comes with USB 3.0, eSATA, and HDMI ports, as well as 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi wireless connectivity.
If space is an issue, then look to the V3 Gaming PC Move 3DS. At 6.93 by 8.74 by 10.87 inches (HWD), this is a good fit for cramped spaces, like dorm rooms. But that’s not to say this desktop is short on features. It comes with a slew of connectivity options—including 4 USB 2.0 ports, two USB 3.0 ports, eSATA, PS2 (for old mice and keyboards), SPDF-out, Bluetooth, Ethernet, HDMI, mini-HDMI, two DVI (analog), and DVI (digital)—as well as a DVD drive.
So, which gaming desktop is right for you? That’s for you to decide. Regardless of which you choose, check out the best gaming desktops out there today.
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| Digital Storm ODE Level 3 : Angle The Digital Storm ODE Level 3 is for gamers who don't necessarily want to pick and choose their components, but want a dream machine preconfigured and ready to deliver. |
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| iBuypower Gamer Power BTS11 : Full Set With a strong feature set and plenty of powerful components to satisfy any budding gamer and tinkerer, the iBuypower Gamer Power BTS11 is a good buy for anyone looking to save on a desktop gaming rig. |
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| Velocity Micro Edge Z40 : Angle The Velocity Micro Edge Z40 has an incredible bang for the buck, and tops the competition on the game grid. It's our new Editors' Choice for entry-level gaming systems. |
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| Digital Storm Black Ops Enix Edition : Front The Digital Storm Black Ops Enix Edition's price tag indicates that is among the high-end category of gaming desktops, but is it hard-core enough to be the best? All signs point to yes. |
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| V3 Gaming PC Move 3DS : Angle The V3 Gaming PC Move 3DS packs 3D gaming in a small form factor desktop, and offers it at a competitive price compared to its pint-sized peers. |
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