PS5 or gaming PC

I'm a PC gamer, but given your original post and the fact that you mainly play COD I would say get a PS5.

However, if you think you might want to try different genres of games then there is nothing to beat a PC. I am lucky enough to have a decent graphics card and high refresh rate monitor - it was an expensive set up, but gaming is a big hobby of mine and it's worth every penny.

Also - despite the initial high price of getting a Gaming PC the games are often a lot cheaper on it. They might initially launch at similar prices to the consoles, but they come down very quickly and I can't remember the last time I paid more that £40 for a game. Game Pass is also fantastic value.
 
Steam Deck is also available soon if you want PC gaming but handheld, think I'll try and pick one of these up later in the year as they look pretty good and versatile.

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TheYorkshireTerrier said:
Steam Deck is also available soon if you want PC gaming but handheld, think I'll try and pick one of these up later in the year as they look pretty good and versatile.

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I've got a pre-order in for one of those as well! They do look really good and initial reviews are great - although there are a few expected software bugs, but the hardware sounds great.
 
I've got a top end gaming pc and a ps5. It's a tough question.

Consoles are plug and play and you know games will work, and you'll play them from your couch. There are usually pro versions mid life cycle but until then, no way to upgrade it and it the mrs (or mr) is watching tv you can't play.

Gaming PCs perform better - graphic cards aren't cheap and although Consoles can do 60fps at 4k, they sacrifice quality in order to do that. I just got horizon for Ps5 and it's amazing but you have to decide between 60fps or better visuals which is mad. On pc if my frame rate isn't 144hz it's usually because graphics are at insane levels or it's a very modern game (my monitor is 144hz but it's 1600p resolution so takes a lot of grunt). 60fps on a console and 120fps etc compared to the same in a pc is very different - the entire console costs less than the graphics card so stands to reason something has to give - draw distance, texture quality etc.

Most games come out on pc, either console ones via gamepass or even won't but hitters like god of war and horizon, but takes a bit for them to do so in some cases

FPS games are just better on mouse and keyboard, no one can ever convince me otherwise. Console gives you aim assist which says it all.

Gaming PCs can also be used to emulate older games consoles as well. But a good one will cost more than a ps5, but it can do more as well.

I do love consoles but I can count on 2 hands how many times I've turned my Ps5 on since I got it (day 1 launch) while waiting for horizon to get released.

Gaming PCs ultimately cost more, but can do more and can be modularly upgraded. Consoles have some exclusives and rely on couch play for most people. So depends how you play and what you play.
 
PC easy no comparison. More expensive to begin with but games are half the price, and it’s free to play online. Steam sales are also way way better than any ps store sale.

I’ve got a 3080, cost me about 2k for my tower alone, but it will be still superior to the PS7 when that is released.

If you work out how much you spend on games and online play, plus upgrading to PS6/7 when they release, you will spend much more on a console than PC.

Plus a lot of PS exclusives are on PC now such as Horizon, God of War, Days Gone. A PC is becoming and Xbox and PS in one, especially with crossplay.
 
I have both. PS5 edges it for me, it's cheaper and ease of overall use and maintenance makes life easier.
 
If you’re big into gaming and you want the best experience then get a PC, if you play casually and just want to kick back on the sofa and game then get a console.

I made the switch to PC a few years ago and can never see myself going back to console, PCs are superior in every way other than value for money. The only decent argument was PlayStation exclusives but they’re coming to PC as well now.
 
Billy69_uk said:
I have the chance to buy a PS5 directly from Sony, but am wondering if a detour into the world of gaming PC's might be more interesting or beneficial.

I have only ever had Playstations, and have only really ever played COD, so wonder if a gaming PC is worth the money and effort?

I would welcome guidance or advice from those with more experience.

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ALWAYS PC! I made the change last year and the differences are astronimical! Next gen consoles are no near to higher FPS or an FOV Slider for Warzone. Just watch a few FOV comparisions on Youtube to notice how much more of an advantage PC players get over consoles. I dont play as regular as i used to but when i do its still a more enjoyable experience. I am also a technophobe so wont be updating my Hardware myself but you can constantly upgrade your PC whereas consoles are stuck with what they are made with. You also dont need to spend excessive amonuts to get a much better experience, mine was £750 and gets upto 150FPS on 110FOV
 
Definitely PC if you can afford it. I like being able to switch quickly from gaming to office work/web browsing/downloading movies for the media server/editing photos etc... or all at the same time!

The prices of the games is also a benefit, but you can get any game for free if you know where to look - but I obviously don't condone that :)

A console might be preferable if you ONLY want to game.
 
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