Entry-level gaming PCs from Sirius Power PC are built for smooth 1080p gaming and esports titles, without unnecessary extras driving up the price. Compare our current recommended builds below, or request a custom quote built around your favorite games and budget.
These are our current recommended entry-level picks, chosen for smooth 1080p performance and strong esports frame rates. Want something dialed in for your exact game list? Request a quote and we'll spec it right.
AMD Radeon 740M Integrated Graphics
AMD Ryzen 5 8500G – 6 Cores / 12 Threads
ASRock A620AM-X WiFi Motherboard
16GB DDR5-5600 – 2×8GB
512GB SATA SSD
$949.99 – $999.99Price range: $949.99 through $999.99
AMD Ryzen 5 5500 – 6 Cores / 12 Threads
Fighter Radeon RX 7600 8GB
B550M DS3H R2 Micro ATX AM4
16GB DDR4-3200 CL16 – 1×16GB
1TB P34A60 PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD
$1,299.99 Original price was: $1,299.99.$1,184.99Current price is: $1,184.99.
Ryzen 7 5800XT
RTX 5060
16GB DDR4
1TB NVMe SSD
ASUS B550 motherboard
$1,229.99
Radeon RX 580 8GB
AMD Ryzen 5 5500
MSI PRO B550M-VC WIFI
Silicon Power Gaming 16GB
Kingston NV3 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe
$1,279.99 Original price was: $1,279.99.$899.99Current price is: $899.99.
MSI SHADOW 2X OC RTX 5060 8 GB
AMD Ryzen 5 5500
ASUS PRIME B550-PLUS AC-HES
Corsair Vengeance LPX 16 GB
Crucial P310 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe
$1,279.99 Original price was: $1,279.99.$1,199.99Current price is: $1,199.99.
Pricing and parts availability can change. Featured builds are selected to deliver strong entry-level value.
Hand-assembled in the USA by real technicians — not a factory line
Every system stress-tested before it ships
3-year labor warranty + full manufacturer warranty on every part
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An entry-level gaming PC is built to do one thing well: run popular games smoothly at 1080p without unnecessary spend. This tier is a strong fit for esports titles, competitive shooters, and anyone building their first real gaming PC. Every build still gets a real GPU, enough RAM to avoid stutter, and an NVMe SSD for fast load times — just without the extra headroom that higher tiers add for 1440p, ray tracing, or heavy multitasking.
Compare our current recommended builds above, or request a fast quote and we’ll spec the best-performing entry-level configuration for your games and budget.
Configurations in this tier currently start at $899.00.
The difference-maker for 1440p and modern effects.
Especially if you multitask, stream, or play newer AAA titles.
No weak PSU shortcuts.
Helps with higher FPS and reduces frame dips in busy scenes.
Keeps performance stable under long sessions.
better visuals and smoother performance at 1440p depending on the exact GPU tier
stronger frame stability in dense open-world scenes
better results in large environments with balanced CPU + GPU choices
improved performance in a very demanding visual showcase
smoother traversal and fewer dips in crowded areas
1440p gaming on 144Hz monitors
Competitive gaming with higher FPS and better responsiveness
Streaming + gaming without the system feeling bogged down
Flexible Payment Options for Every Budget
Prefer to pay over time before your gaming PC is built? Our Build As You Go program lets you make payments at your own pace, making it easier to plan for the gaming system you really want. Once your balance is paid, our expert builders will hand-assemble, test, and prepare your gaming PC for shipment.
Best for: Gamers who want flexible payments without using third-party financing.
With Afterpay, you can split the cost of your gaming PC into 4 interest-free payments, paid every two weeks. Enjoy your new system right away while spreading the cost over manageable installments, with no additional fees when payments are made on time.
Best for: Gamers looking for short-term, interest-free payment flexibility.
Affirm makes it easy to finance your gaming PC with transparent monthly payment plans that fit your budget. Get the gaming desktop you want today and pay over time with fixed payments and a simple application process.
Best for: Gamers who prefer predictable monthly payments for larger purchases.
The best entry-level picks balance a GPU tier matched to 1080p with enough RAM and a fast NVMe SSD — without paying extra for headroom you won’t use. We can point you to the strongest current option for your specific games.
A good beginner PC covers the basics well: a real dedicated GPU, at least 16GB RAM, and reliable power delivery. You don’t need a high-end build to start — you need one that’s balanced and won’t bottleneck.
The cheapest good option is one that doesn’t cut corners on the power supply or cooling just to hit a lower price. We can build to your exact budget cap while keeping those fundamentals intact.
At $600, most builds compromise heavily on GPU tier and reliability. Sirius Power PC’s entry-level builds start higher than that specifically to avoid those compromises — ask us for the lowest configuration that still performs well.
Entry-level focuses on smooth 1080p and esports performance at the lowest reasonable price. Under $1,500 steps up to stronger 1080p and the beginning of real 1440p headroom — see Custom Gaming PCs Under $1,500 if you’re close to that range.
Yes. RAM, storage, and the GPU can all typically be upgraded down the road as your needs grow, without replacing the whole system.