Do you need guidance choosing a gaming PC for your 13-year-old son?

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Do you need guidance choosing a gaming PC for your 13-year-old son?

Do you need guidance choosing a gaming PC for your 13-year-old son?

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csige791
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11-20-2025, 10:57 AM

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My 13-year-old son is interested in getting a gaming PC, but I’m not familiar with these devices. What should I consider when choosing one? I don’t want to end up needing an upgrade in just a year. He’ll also use it for video editing on his YouTube channel and play games like Call of Duty. I’d prefer something affordable. The online listings often focus on high-end specs that seem confusing to someone new. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks.

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csige791

11-20-2025, 10:57 AM #1

My 13-year-old son is interested in getting a gaming PC, but I’m not familiar with these devices. What should I consider when choosing one? I don’t want to end up needing an upgrade in just a year. He’ll also use it for video editing on his YouTube channel and play games like Call of Duty. I’d prefer something affordable. The online listings often focus on high-end specs that seem confusing to someone new. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks.

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SOBGelo
Member

162

11-20-2025, 01:09 PM

#2

Man, your key works fine, stop repeating "caming," it's just about gaming.
What do you think counts as a fortune?
Tell me what budget you'd be willing to spend on a PC, otherwise I'll give you some wild ideas.

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SOBGelo

11-20-2025, 01:09 PM #2

Man, your key works fine, stop repeating "caming," it's just about gaming.
What do you think counts as a fortune?
Tell me what budget you'd be willing to spend on a PC, otherwise I'll give you some wild ideas.

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AriaBlaze1
Member

126

11-22-2025, 10:31 AM

#3

Likely a ready-made top choice, we'll hold off until you confirm your budget.

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AriaBlaze1

11-22-2025, 10:31 AM #3

Likely a ready-made top choice, we'll hold off until you confirm your budget.

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TarzYT
Junior Member

8

11-22-2025, 12:54 PM

#4

What games?
Big difference between someone wanting to play Fortnite or PUBG vs the latest Indiana Jones game.

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TarzYT

11-22-2025, 12:54 PM #4

What games?
Big difference between someone wanting to play Fortnite or PUBG vs the latest Indiana Jones game.

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Harckaon
Member

153

11-22-2025, 01:08 PM

#5

This might be the sole option to secure a decent GPU right now.

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Harckaon

11-22-2025, 01:08 PM #5

This might be the sole option to secure a decent GPU right now.

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miner3378
Member

248

11-25-2025, 01:30 PM

#6

Thinking around £800 to £1000

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miner3378

11-25-2025, 01:30 PM #6

Thinking around £800 to £1000

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monkeyboo2004
Member

117

12-03-2025, 12:37 AM

#7

Your budget looks sensible.
Inquire with Son about the features he believes he needs.
Gradually, refreshing the graphics card is a typical practice.
Sadly, ready-made gaming PCs aren't designed for updates.
If you have a reliable shop, they might be able to create something fitting.
If Son is capable enough, let him assemble it himself.

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monkeyboo2004

12-03-2025, 12:37 AM #7

Your budget looks sensible.
Inquire with Son about the features he believes he needs.
Gradually, refreshing the graphics card is a typical practice.
Sadly, ready-made gaming PCs aren't designed for updates.
If you have a reliable shop, they might be able to create something fitting.
If Son is capable enough, let him assemble it himself.

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MegaDisco
Senior Member

352

12-05-2025, 05:42 PM

#8

Perhaps similar to this…
https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/3mkNYd
I haven’t added Windows, keyboard, and mouse.
The case, keyboard, and mouse have a distinct look and feel.
They’re just a starting point.

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MegaDisco

12-05-2025, 05:42 PM #8

Perhaps similar to this…
https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/3mkNYd
I haven’t added Windows, keyboard, and mouse.
The case, keyboard, and mouse have a distinct look and feel.
They’re just a starting point.

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KapigzGod
Member

57

12-27-2025, 09:27 AM

#9

Consider switching to a 7600, reducing the air cooler for stock to save around £50 and increasing the GPU, possibly checking the used market.

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KapigzGod

12-27-2025, 09:27 AM #9

Consider switching to a 7600, reducing the air cooler for stock to save around £50 and increasing the GPU, possibly checking the used market.

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Theomanduff
Member

197

01-03-2026, 04:21 PM

#10

Find them in some nostalgic 90s titles. Similar to what was done on DOS and Mac systems. Wolfenstien 3D, Patriot command. Spectre 3D, Asteroids. Just a few examples.
RetroGames.cz - Old Games ONLINE
Experience classic games online for free! Emulate MS-DOS classics and play old titles for Atari 2600, Atari 7800, Nintendo NES, SNES, Game Boy, Game Gear, SG-1000, SEGA Master System, SEGA Genesis and Nintendo 64.
www.retrogames.cz
At least this gives you a good reason to buy a very cheap laptop until they actually earn it or know what they want to play.
😛

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Theomanduff

01-03-2026, 04:21 PM #10

Find them in some nostalgic 90s titles. Similar to what was done on DOS and Mac systems. Wolfenstien 3D, Patriot command. Spectre 3D, Asteroids. Just a few examples.
RetroGames.cz - Old Games ONLINE
Experience classic games online for free! Emulate MS-DOS classics and play old titles for Atari 2600, Atari 7800, Nintendo NES, SNES, Game Boy, Game Gear, SG-1000, SEGA Master System, SEGA Genesis and Nintendo 64.
www.retrogames.cz
At least this gives you a good reason to buy a very cheap laptop until they actually earn it or know what they want to play.
😛

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