Labor Day sales have brought a selection of discounts on gaming PCs, with deals available for various budgets despite the persistent global memory shortage. These offers aim to provide value to consumers looking to upgrade their systems during a period of inflated prices.
The available discounts encompass a spectrum of price points, from machines under $1,000 to those exceeding $2,500. For consumers seeking a balance of performance and memory capacity under $1,500, the iBuyPower Slate is available for $1,399 at Walmart. This configuration features an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card, a capable CPU, and 32GB of DDR5 RAM, a significant advantage given current market conditions.
At the higher end, the HP Omen 35L is priced at $2,620 at Best Buy. This model boasts 32GB of fast DDR5 RAM and the same CPU as the iBuyPower Slate, but is equipped with an RTX 5080 graphics card. This setup is designed to handle all games at maximum settings, even at 4K resolution in many titles.
One noted limitation is the 1TB storage capacity on the HP Omen 35L. Those looking to expand their storage may find options such as the Kingston NV3 SSD, available for $157 at Amazon, a suitable addition. The current sales aim to provide opportunities for gamers to acquire new hardware, regardless of their budget, even within the constraints of the ongoing component supply challenges.