The Best Desktop Computers For Streaming

No matter what you do online, whether that’s gaming, content creation, or streaming, the iBUYPOWER Gaming PC rig comes ready to rock right out of the box. But don’t let this rig’s sleek design and colorful light display deceive you, this tower is more than just a pretty face and has plenty of processing power under the hood. With its 16GB of RAM, Intel Core i7-9700F Processor, and NVIDIA’s GeForce graphic cards, the iBUYPOWER leaves the competition in the dust in terms of graphics power and speed.

Despite being a dedicated gaming rig, iBUYPOWER has created a great system that not only exceeds gaming thresholds but excels in every other category. Multitask with ease, edit photos with crisp accuracy, and stream all of your favorite shows and movies without a hitch. When it comes to premium performance, the iBUYPOWER Gaming PC rig is second to none.

Key Features

• 16 GB of RAM and 240 GB of storage
• Lightning fast Intel Core i7-9700F Processor and NVIDIA GeForce graphic cards
• Advanced gaming mouse and keyboard included

DELL has been a household name for a long time thanks to their dedication to making reliable computers, their flagship OptiPlex PC is no exception. Designed for heavy use in the corporate world, the OptiPlex is a proven and dependable system that can fulfill whatever role you throw at it. For those seeking a long-lasting and reliable PC at an affordable price look no further than this system. With its powerful Intel Core 2 Duo processor and 4 GB RAM, this PC will comfortably stream all of your favorite shows and also comes with a built-in DVD player. This package comes complete with Windows 10, Microsoft Office, and is ready to use right out of the box.

Key Features

• 4 GB RAM, 160 GB hard drive, and built-in DVD player
• Intel Core 2 Duo 2.9GHz Processor
• Comes equipped with Windows 10 and Microsoft Office

Don’t let the futuristic looks of the SkyTech Archangel Gaming Computer intimidate you! This cutting edge piece of hardware is well within the budget of dedicated gamers and streamers alike. A high performance entertainment PC at its core, the SkyTech Archangel can do any number of tasks, from high frame rate gaming to crystal clear movie watching, thanks to its top-of-the-line Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB graphics card. But if one thing can be said about the Archangel, it certainly excels at its role as a top-notch gaming PC. SkyTech’s hardcore AMD RYZEN processor can handle 120 fps games without a hitch, while its advanced cooling system keeps this rig running quieter for longer. Between the Archangel’s dynamic tower lighting and the complimentary gaming mouse and keyboard, SkyTech’s Archangel is a winner for any veteran gamer seeking a professional rig.

Key Features

• AMD RYZEN 3 1200 4-Core 3.1 GHz Processor
• 1 TB hard drive 4GB RAM
• Includes gaming mouse and keyboard

Hewlett Packard’s reputation as a dependable and affordable computer company has made it a brand consumers trust. The HP 8300 continues in this tradition with solid performance and accessibility everybody can enjoy. Inside the 8300 you’ll find its dependable 8GB of RAM, 500GB Hard Drive, and DVD Optical Drive which makes this PC a contender for those seeking a solid computer for streaming and other practical uses. To push your buck even further this package also includes a free keyboard and mouse!

Key Features

• Intel I5 Quad-Core 3.2 GHz Processor
• Comes with Windows 10
• 8GB of RAM and 500 GB hard drive

When you want the best you demand it, and when it comes to the best of multimedia PCs, the buck stops with the CyberpowerPC Gamer Xtreme. When it comes to sheer performance, cutting edge tech, and dependability, the Gamer Xtreme has no equal. This rig not only runs games and VR in crystal clear 4K, but it excels at it thanks to Intel’s powerful 9th gen i9 core processor. This rig also boasts dynamic 7.1 audio and NVIDIA’s sharp GeForce RTX 2070 graphic cards, all wrapped up in Cyberpower’s sleek light-up casing. We especially respect this unit’s pick as PC Magazine’s Readers Choice Award of 2018. Gamers are not an easy crowd to please, so when they speak we listen, and elite teams overwhelmingly say that CyberpowerPC is their top pick.

Key Features

• Powerful 9th Gen Intel core i9 Processor
• Optimized for Oculus Rift VR
• Comes with gaming keyboard and 7-Color RGB mouse

Omen’s HP Obelisk Gaming Desktop Computer is the complete gaming rig package right out of the box. While other computers may require you to build up certain components like RAM or graphic cards, the Obelisk comes already optimized for everything a professional gamer needs. Already equipped with 32 GB of RAM, a TB of storage, and Intel’s lightning fast Intel Core i9 Processor, the Obelisk is ready to blast enemies right out of the box. Enjoy new levels of realism with this rig’s ultra sharp NVIDIA graphic cards and 4K VR capabilities. We especially love Omen’s HP Obelisk for its ease of configuration and great performance, not to mention this rig’s sharp looks and light up tempered glass shell!

Key Features

• Can stream your PC games directly on your big screen TV!
• Comes already equipped with 32 GB of RAM, a TB of storage and Intel Core i9 Processor
• Optimized for VR gameplay

For the uninitiated, the lingo of computer specs can sound like a different language. But don’t let these terms scare you from making a smart and informed purchase. To save you the work we’ve compiled this brief buyer guide to help you select the perfect multimedia PC for you!

Processor: This is otherwise known as the Central Processing Unit or CPU. The processor is the central component of the computer and is used for interpreting and performing commands given to it. Think of the processor as the brain of your computer calling all the shots.

RAM: RAM stands for Random Access Memory. Computers use RAM to hold data being generated and used by other programs. RAM is also important because it relieves the processor from doing all of the operational heavy lifting. In essence, the greater the RAM your computer has the more efficient it is and the faster it operates.

Hard Drive: The hard drive is the primary memory storage device of the computer. The hard drive is important because it allows you to store greater amounts of information on your PC.

Graphic Cards: Graphic cards are essential for producing high quality computer displays. These cards are responsible for rendering an image to your monitor. So if you use your computer for gaming it is important to select a rig with viable graphic cards for optimum display.

4K: 4K is the new level of high definition today and is essentially four times sharper than 1080p definition.