PC or Console: What to Choose?

Deciding between PC or console gaming can be a tough choice. When it comes down to it, the choice is a personal one, but there are some things to consider before choosing.

• • Ease of use Consoles like the Nintendo Switch are more user-friendly than PC gaming, needing less time and knowledge to set up to use, working out of the box on a platform designed for user-friendly gaming.
• • Exclusivity Certain game franchises are only available on certain platforms, such as the popular Pokémon or Legend of Zelda franchises, which can only be played on Nintendo handheld devices like the Switch.
• • Portability Handheld consoles like the Nintendo Switch are the best option for portability, whereas consoles such as the Xbox can’t be used on-the-go. Gaming laptops are a great way to enjoy PC gaming while out and about, while desktop PCs stay in one place.

Choosing a Gaming Laptop or PC

PC gaming doesn’t have to be complicated. Although many enthusiasts build their own PCs, this can be expensive, complicated, and frustrating. That’s why we have a great range of dedicated gaming PCs, built specifically with gamers in mind, to take the pain out of gaming - from all your favourite brands like ASUS, MSI, and Lenovo. Gamers looking for something a bit more portable should consider a dedicated gaming laptop. These powerful portable PCs are a fantastic way to enjoy PC gaming on-the-go.

There are four all-important components for choosing the best gaming PC:

• • CPU: A good processor is key to enjoying games.
• • RAM: At least 16GB of RAM is recommended.
• • Graphics: Dedicated graphics cards are best for gaming.
• • Storage: At least 500GB SSD is recommended.

Everything You Need To Know About Gaming Products and Accessories

Once you’ve chosen your new gaming laptop, PC, or even your handheld Nintendo Switch, there’s a great big world of accessories and other products out there. Some accessories are essential, such as gaming monitors for PCs, while others are nice-to-haves, like headphones.

Gaming PCs need:

• • A dedicated gaming monitor
• • A keyboard
• • A mouse - also great for gaming laptops

Some users like to pair gaming controllers like an XBox controller with their PC, too. Any great gaming setup could do with a comfy chair as well. While many gaming monitors have great audio, dedicated speakers are a great choice for getting the very best sound from your games.