Best cheap gaming PC deals February 2025

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I'd say now is the perfect time to hunt for the best cheap gaming PC deals, as the arrival of new RTX 50-series graphics cards could result in RTX 4000 price cuts. While GPUs like the RTX 4090 will likely retain their high price tags for now, rig makers will be looking to clear out systems with the last-gen Lovelace card inside.

Whether you're looking for something with the best gaming PC you can buy on a budget, or something rocking one of the best graphics card options, there are plenty of deals to be found. Just keep in mind that build prices will be impacted by your choice of GPU and CPU, meaning you'll save money if you go for either slightly older or lower-spec builds. That's not to say you have to skimp out, but if you're tactical about your specs, you can save a pretty penny.

You only have to head to Amazon to see that there are plenty of cheap PC deals out there. That said, it's easy to end up with a lemon if you're not careful, and we'd rather help you get a discounted rig that packs the latest components into a decent package. Whether you're looking for an affordable system that costs the same as the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 or a cheap and cheerful rig that'll run your favorite shooter, I've got you covered.

The best cheap gaming PC deals February 2025

Best cheap gaming PC deals in the US

STGAubron ABR0122 gaming PC | $499.99$469.99 at Amazon with couponSave $30 -

STGAubron ABR0122 gaming PC | $499.99 $469.99 at Amazon with coupon
Save $30 - This Radeon RX 580 build is already one of the cheapest at Amazon right now, but $30 off on top of an already low price brings it even lower. Out of the box, this rig will run many lighter games at 1080p without any issues, and upgrading the GPU could help it boost fps even further.

Specs: AMD Radeon RX 580, Intel Core i7, 16GB RAM, 512G SSD

Novatech Phantom 2.0 | $729.99$649.99 at AmazonSave $80 -

Novatech Phantom 2.0 | $729.99 $649.99 at Amazon
Save $80 - If it's a solid entry-level PC you seek with with relatively modern GPU, this RTX 3050 machine should be a good fit for under $650. It's not a powerhouse by any means, but it will easily run some of the biggest online games out there at 1080p.

Specs: Intel Core i7, RTX 3050, 16GB DDR4 RAM, 512GB SSD

MSI Aegis SE | $749.99$699 at AmazonSave $50 -

MSI Aegis SE | $749.99 $699 at Amazon
Save $50 - This sleek MSI rig could be the perfect jumping on point for those of you with a console, and its RTX 3050 GPU packs enough of a punch to provide decent 1080p performance across many Steam games.

Specs:  Intel Core i5-13400F, RTX 3050, 16GB DDR5 RAM, 500gb SSD

MZX Gaming PC $1,049$729 at NeweggSave $320

MZX Gaming PC | $1,049 $729 at Newegg
Save $320 - This RTX 3060-powered gaming PC will serve anyone looking for a 1080p experience well, and it should prove to be fairly upgradeable. Perfect for players who are planning on exploring Steam backlogs and older games.

Specs: AMD Ryzen 5 5500, RTX 3060, 16GB RAM, and 1TB SSD.

Thermaltake LCGS Quartz i350 R4$899.99$749.99 at AmazonSave $150 Specs:

Thermaltake LCGS Quartz i350 R4 | $899.99 $749.99 at Amazon
Save $150 - For under $750, you're getting a striking rig with some tried and true entry-level parts, and there's nothing stopping you upgrading its RTX 3050 GPU down the line.

Specs: Intel Core i5-12400F, 16GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050, 1TB SSD

‎LXZ Ryzen 7 desktop PC | $639.99$564.99 at AmazonSave $75 -

‎LXZ Ryzen 7 desktop PC | $639.99 $564.99 at Amazon
Save $75 - This is a great base system to add your own graphics card to, and it costs around the same as many new-gen GPUs. Its Ryzen 7-5700G CPU and 16GB DDR4 RAM will make for a nice entry-level build that can grow with you.

Specs: AMD Ryzen 7-5700G, 16GB DDR4 RAM, 1TB SSD

IPASON | $1,399.99 $799.99 at NeweggSave $570Specs:

IPASON | $1,399.99 $799.99 at Newegg
Save $570 - A whopping 39% discount makes this IPASON a cheap way to get an RTX 3060 build. It's also packing 16GB RAM and a 500GB SSD, so meeting system requirements won't be an issue.

Specs: AMD Ryzen 5 6600G, RTX 3060, 16GB RAM, 500GB SDD

Cooler Master HAF 5 Pro | $1,149.99$949.99 at AmazonSave $200-

Cooler Master HAF 5 Pro | $1,149.99 $949.99 at Amazon
Save $200- The current $200 discount featured here makes this entry-level RTX 4060 rig a great buy, and it's actually cheaper than many alternative RTX 30-series builds out there.

Specs: Intel Core i5 12400F, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD

MSI Aegis Z2 | $1,249$1,049 at AmazonSave $200 -

MSI Aegis Z2 | $1,249 $1,049 at Amazon
Save $200 - Now with $200 off it's MSRP, you can grab an MSI RTX 4060 rig at its lowest price. It's only dropped this low once previously, and it might be worth grabbing the budget RTX 40-series build while it's still around for future upgrades.

Specs: AMD Ryzen R7-7700, Geforce RTX 4060, 16GB DDR5, 1TB m.2 SSD

Best cheap gaming PC deals in the UK

ADMI RTX 3050 gaming PC | £549.99 at AmazonSpecs:

ADMI RTX 3050 gaming PC | £549.99 at Amazon
This RTX 3050 rig is one of the cheapest build on Amazon, and it strikes a nice balance between performance and price. The Nvidia GPU dwelling within will be able to produce decent 1080p results and boost fps further using DLSS AI upscaling.

Specs: AMD Ryzen 5500 CPU, RTX 3050, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD.

AWD Forge M100R | £1,199.99 £869.99 at AWDSave £330 Specs

AWD Forge M100R | £1,199.99 £869.99 at AWD
Save £330 - Designed with the likes of Fortnite, Apex Legends, Call of Duty, and Division 2 in mind (according to the description), this built-to-order AWD machine has a great £200 discount, dropping it under a grand.

Specs: Intel i5, 16GB RAM, Zotac RTX 3070 Ti, 240GB SDD

CYBERPOWERPC Wyvern | £810 £719 at AmazonSave $91-

CYBERPOWERPC Wyvern | £810 £719 at Amazon
Save $91- Armed with an RTX 3060 12GB GPU, this system offers up great entry-level specs for under $1,000 Its capable i5-12400F will also play nicely with new-gen GPUs if and when you decide to upgrade.

Specs: Intel Core i5-12400F, Nvidia RTX 3060 12GB, 16GB RAM, 500GB SSD

HP Omen 25L£1,199.99£819.99 at AmazonSave £380 -

HP Omen 25L | £1,199.99 £819.99 at Amazon
Save £380 - This Ryzen 5-powered RTX 3060 rig by HP has dropped to that under £1,000 sweet spot we love to see, and it could make for a great base to upgrade upon.

Specs: AMD Ryzen 5-5600G, RTX 3060, 16GB RAM RAM, 1TB SSD

ADMI RTX 3060 Ti gaming PC | £999.95 £799.99 at AmazonSave £200Features:

ADMI RTX 3060 Ti gaming PC | £999.95 £799.99 at Amazon
Save £200- For the most part, prebuilt PCs under £800 will come with a GPU like the RTX 3050, but this excellent budget rig is armed with an RTX 3060 Ti and is £200 off over at Amazon right now. ADMI also hasn't skimped on storage, as it's rocking a 1TB SSD.


Features: AMD Ryzen 5 5600, RTX 3060 Ti, 16GB RAM, 1TB NVMe SSD.

MSI MAG£1,499.99£1,299.99 at CurrysSave £200

MSI MAG | £1,499.99 £1,299.99 at Currys
Save £200 - This compact MSI machine comes armed with an RTX 4060, making it a mean machine for 1080p gaming. It's also down to a new low price thanks to Currys and its £200 discount.

Specs: Intel core 13700F Processor, RTX 4060, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD

ADMI RTX 4070 Ti Gaming PC £1,749.95£1,399.95 at AmazonSave £350

ADMI RTX 4070 Ti Gaming PC | £1,749.95 £1,399.95 at Amazon
Save £350 - RTX 4070 TI rig deals aren't too common, as the card itself costs £800. However, you can grab £150 off a PC armed with the card right now on Amazon, and it's got also got 32GB RAM and a 1TB Gen 4 SSD.

Features: AMD Ryzen 5700X, RTX 4070 Ti, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD.

The best cheap gaming PC retailers

US:

  • Amazon: one of the largest ranges and deals on budget gaming PCs
  • Newegg: consistently offers some of the lowest rates on mid-tier PCs
  • Best Buy: deep discounts are common on established gaming PC brands
  • Dell: huge savings on the Alienware Aurora line are frequent
  • Walmart: representation and offers on all major computer manufacturers
  • Adorama: extensive deals on the likes of CyberPowerPC and MSI machines

UK:

  • Amazon: extensive choice of budget gaming PC builds
  • Currys: specializes in mid-range gaming PCs with RTX GPUs
  • Overclockers UK: competitive prices on the newest hardware builds
  • Ebuyer: RTX 30-series builds starting from just £699.99
  • Argos: aggressive rates on GTX and RTX builds from major manufacturers

Complete your setup with the best gaming monitors, best gaming desks, and best gaming chairs that the market has to offer. Plenty of cheap deals well worth taking advantage of.

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Phil Hayton
Hardware Editor

I’ve been messing around with PCs, video game consoles, and tech since before I could speak. Don’t get me wrong, I kickstarted my relationship with technology by jamming a Hot Wheels double-decker bus into my parent’s VCR, but we all have to start somewhere. I even somehow managed to become a walking, talking buyer’s guide at my teenage supermarket job, which helped me accept my career fate. So, rather than try to realise my musician dreams, or see out my University degree, I started running my own retro pop culture site and writing about video games and tech for the likes of TechRadar, The Daily Star, and the BBC before eventually ending up with a job covering graphics card shenanigans at PCGamesN. Now, I’m your friendly neighbourhood Hardware Editor at GamesRadar, and it’s my job to make sure you can kick butt in all your favourite games using the best gaming hardware, whether you’re a sucker for handhelds like the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch or a hardcore gaming PC enthusiast.

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