The Ultimate 2026 Gaming PC Guide
Building a gaming PC that stays relevant for years requires careful component selection. Here's our guide to making smart choices for 2026 and beyond.
CPU: The Heart of Your Build
Our Recommendations:
| Budget | CPU | Why |
|--------|-----|-----|
| Entry | AMD Ryzen 5 7600 | Great gaming performance, excellent efficiency |
| Mid-Range | Intel Core i5-14600K | Strong multi-threading, good overclocking |
| High-End | AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D | Unmatched gaming performance with 3D V-Cache |
GPU: Where Gaming Lives
The graphics card is your most important gaming component:
- Budget ($300-400): NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti or AMD RX 7700 XT
- Mid-Range ($500-700): RTX 4070 Super or RX 7800 XT
- High-End ($800+): RTX 4080 Super or RTX 4090
Pro Tip: Buy the best GPU your budget allows. It has the biggest impact on gaming performance.
RAM: DDR5 Is Now Standard
DDR5 prices have dropped significantly. For 2026:
- Minimum: 32GB DDR5-5600
- Recommended: 32GB DDR5-6000 with tight timings
- Enthusiast: 64GB for content creation
Storage: NVMe All The Way
Gen 4 NVMe drives offer the best value:
- 1TB minimum for your OS and main games
- 2TB recommended for a healthy game library
- Consider a secondary HDD for mass storage
Our Custom Build Services
Building can be intimidating. That's why we offer:
1. Full Custom Builds - We build it from scratch to your specs
2. Consultation - Help choosing the right parts
3. Upgrades - Breathe new life into existing systems
4. Testing & Optimization - Ensure everything runs perfectly
Stop by Computer Store KS to discuss your dream gaming PC. We'll help make it reality!
Game on!