I've just built budget and high end gaming PCs using deals from the Amazon Spring Sale

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to build a gaming PC, the Amazon Spring Sale is delivering the goods. Whether you're working with a tight budget or planning to max out performance, there are fantastic deals across every core component, from CPUs to SSDs and graphics cards. We've put together two builds to cover both ends of the spectrum: a value-packed budget build, and a no-compromises high-end monster.

Every product in these builds is hand-picked for its performance, compatibility, and current discount. Both systems are based on AMD’s AM5 platform, giving you access to cutting-edge features like PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 memory—regardless of your budget. These aren’t just builds for today; they’re future-ready setups made even better by today’s sale prices.

Budget PC Build

This budget gaming PC build is perfect for 1080p and even light 1440p gaming, offering surprisingly strong performance for the price. Thanks to deep discounts on key components, you’re getting an AM5-based system with DDR5 memory, a snappy NVMe SSD, and a modern GPU with DLSS support—all for just over $1,000. It’s a serious bang-for-buck setup ideal for new builders, students, or anyone who wants smooth gaming on a lean budget.

GIGABYTE B650 AORUS Elite AX (Motherboard) $180.60 (Was $219.99) See here

With WiFi 6E, PCIe 5.0, and rock-solid power delivery, this board is a steal at under $200. It supports AMD EXPO, has RGB headers, and even includes Q-Flash Plus for easy BIOS updates, no CPU needed.

AMD Ryzen 7 7700X (CPU) $270.71 (Was $399.00) See here

An 8-core, 16-thread powerhouse that easily handles gaming, streaming, and multitasking. It boosts up to 5.4GHz and punches well above its price class, especially at 32% off.

GIGABYTE RTX 3050 WINDFORCE OC 6GB $184.99 (Was $199.99) See here

This 1080p champ includes ray tracing and DLSS support, with dual fans for quiet cooling. It’s a perfect match for the CPU and won’t bottleneck your frame rate in most modern titles.

Crucial Pro DDR5 32GB 6000MHz $82.04 (Was $104.99) See here

Fast DDR5 memory with support for both Intel XMP and AMD EXPO. At this price, you’re getting high-frequency RAM with a black heatspreader that fits into any build theme.

MSI MAG Forge 112R (Case) $69.99 (Was $89.99) See here

A stylish mid-tower case with four ARGB fans, a mesh front panel for airflow, and tempered glass side panel. Tool-less design and radiator support make it easy to build in.

Crucial P310 1TB Gen4 SSD $64.99 (Was $97.99) See here

Blazing-fast PCIe 4.0 speeds (up to 7100MB/s) mean quick load times, fast boot, and snappy game installs—all for under $70.

MSI MAG Coreliquid A13 240 (Cooler) $79.99 (Est. Was $99.99) See here

A 240mm AIO with dual ARGB fans, ceramic bearings, and support for AM5. Quiet, effective, and stylish cooling that keeps your CPU at peak performance.

Corsair RM850x 850W ATX 3.1 PSU $134.99 (Was $149.99) See here

Fully modular, ATX 3.1 compliant, and PCIe 5.1 ready. You won’t need to upgrade this PSU for a long time, and it's whisper-quiet too.

High End PC Build

If you want no compromises, this high-end build brings together the latest tech for premium 1440p and 4K gaming, heavy workloads, and high-refresh action. Packed with future-proof features like WiFi 7, USB4, and 4TB of blazing-fast Gen4 storage, it’s designed to crush everything you throw at it. And thanks to some well-timed Spring Sale discounts, it comes in well under the price you'd expect for this level of hardware.

ASUS TUF Gaming X870-PLUS WiFi (Motherboard) $229.99 (Was $279.99) See here

This beastly board supports AI Overclocking, has a 16+2+1 VRM design, and is built for the Ryzen 9000 series down the road. USB4, PCIe 5.0, and WiFi 7 seal the deal.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D (CPU) $540.00 (Was $589.97) See here

The fastest gaming CPU in the world, with 3D V-Cache for ultra-low latency. It eats up AAA titles at high refresh rates and is future-proofed for next-gen gaming.

ASUS Prime RTX 5070 OC 12GB $699.99 See here

NVIDIA's new Blackwell-powered RTX 5070 delivers serious power and AI performance with DLSS 4. It’s SFF-ready but built to push ultra settings without compromise.

Corsair Vengeance RGB DDR5 32GB 6000MHz $92.99 (Was $105.99) See here

Bright, customizable RGB with tight timings and high speed. Perfect for showcasing your build, and the performance backs up the looks.

darkFlash DS900 Mid-Tower Case $95.35 (Was $102.99) See here

Same case as the budget build, but it still shines here. Excellent airflow, a panoramic view of your components, and support for 360mm radiators.

Samsung 990 PRO 4TB Gen4 SSD $279.99 (Was $464.99) See here

Top-tier NVMe drive with up to 7450MB/s read speeds and 4TB of capacity. Ideal for massive game libraries and heavy-duty creative workloads.

ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III 420 A-RGB (Cooler) $115.49 (Was $159.99) See here

A 420mm AIO with built-in VRM cooling, great cable management, and massive thermal headroom. This cooler is overkill—in the best way.

Corsair RM850x 850W ATX 3.1 PSU $134.99 (Was $149.99) See here

Same PSU as the budget build because it's just that good. Fully modular, ATX 3.1, and supports even the most power-hungry GPUs.

Which Build Should You Go For?

The comparison table gives you a clear look at the value breakdown between the two builds. The budget build is perfect for casual gamers, first-time builders, or anyone who wants solid 1080p and some 1440p performance without blowing the bank. Meanwhile, the high-end rig is a performance powerhouse, ideal for 4K gaming, content creation, streaming, or future-proofed multitasking for years to come.

If you're gaming on a 1080p monitor and want to maximize value, the budget build will impress. But if you're aiming for buttery-smooth 1440p or 4K, and you want a build that can handle AI features and next-gen games with ease, the high-end system is where it's at.

I also found some great prebuilt gaming PCs

If you’d rather skip the screwdrivers and get straight to gaming, these prebuilt desktops offer a range of powerful options for every type of player. The ASUS ROG G13CH and Skytech Shadow deliver great midrange performance with RTX 4060 GPUs, making them perfect for 1080p and 1440p gaming. They’re competitively priced and well-equipped out of the box. Meanwhile, the iBUYPOWER Y60 brings serious firepower with a Ryzen 9 7900X and RTX 4070 Ti Super, ideal for gamers and streamers who want high frame rates and multitasking muscle in a sleek, glass-panel case.

At the top of the lineup, Maingear’s MG-1 and RUSH systems raise the bar with premium build quality, excellent airflow, and hardware that's optimized straight out of the box. Both systems are handcrafted in the U.S. with meticulous cable management and zero bloatware. Just a clean, fast Windows install and tuned BIOS settings to ensure peak performance. Maingear also shines with top-notch customer service and real-time support that’s rare in the prebuilt world. If you want a boutique-level experience with pro-grade attention to detail, Maingear’s desktops are in a class of their own.

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