What Is a Mid-Range Gaming PC in 2025? The Gaming Sweet Spot
A mid-range gaming PC hits the sweet spot of 1440p gaming at 60-100+ FPS. Here is what that configuration looks like and what it can run.
Mid-Range Gaming PC Definition (2025)
A mid-range gaming PC costs $800–$1,400 and targets 1440p gaming at 60–100+ FPS, or 1080p gaming at 144+ FPS for competitive titles.Typical Mid-Range Build ($900–$1,100)
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7600X / Intel Core i5-13600K (~$200–$250)
- GPU: NVIDIA RTX 3070 / AMD RX 6750 XT ($250–$350)
- RAM: 16–32 GB DDR5 5600 / DDR4 3600 ($60–$100)
- Storage: 1 TB NVMe Gen 4 SSD ($70–$90)
- Motherboard: B650 / Z690 ($120–$150)
- PSU: 650–750W 80+ Gold ($80–$100)
- Cooler: AIO 240mm or quality air cooler ($50–$80)
What This PC Can Run
1440p High-Ultra, 60–100 FPS:- Cyberpunk 2077 (with DLSS Quality: 60–80 FPS)
- Elden Ring (Ultra: 60 FPS)
- Hogwarts Legacy (High: 60–70 FPS)
- The Witcher 3 (Ultra with RT off: 80+ FPS)
- Baldur's Gate 3 (Ultra: 60–80 FPS)
- Fortnite (Performance Mode: 200+ FPS)
- Valorant (Epic: 200+ FPS)
- Apex Legends (High: 130–160 FPS)
- CS2 (High: 200+ FPS)
The RTX 4060 / RX 7600 Tier
The RTX 4060 and RX 7600 ($250–$299) are the true entry point of the mid-range tier. They handle 1080p Ultra confidently and 1440p Medium–High with DLSS/FSR.Was this helpful?
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