PS4 or PC

[Joshcpi]

Hey guys I need to know..... Would it be more beneficial in the long run to get a ps4 or building my own gaming PC? Thanks .. You guys are the best.

Edited November 26, 2015 by Godlygamer23
Typo correction.

[alexhelvetica]

Build a PC.

 

You can build a PC that preforms better than a PS4 for less than a PS4.

 

This generation of consoles are stupid!

[Knaj]

Build a PC.

 

Not only can you save a lot from steam sales, but there are so many games you can get.

 

Also, not to mention that it's a fully functioning computer too.

[AresKrieger]

The only benefit the ps4 has is that it is cheaper, and has a couple exclusives, the PC can function as something other than a game device, and has games available for cheaper, though how long it will be good depends on how much you put into it.

[XTankSlayerX]

A PC Would be better in the long term, it will last you about 5 years before any major upgrade need to be made. 

 

a PS4 or Xbox One will last you 3, then you need to buy: New console, New games, New controllers, new headsets, new memberships...

 

 

Where as on PC everything will be compatible, weather its now or 5 years from now.

[Statik]

PC will cost exponentially more FYI.

 

Also keep in mind you came to the WRONG place to ask that question.

[Starelementpoke]

A PC Would be better in the long term, it will last you about 5 years before any major upgrade need to be made. 

 

a PS4 or Xbox One will last you 3, then you need to buy: New console, New games, New controllers, new headsets, new memberships...

 

 

Where as on PC everything will be compatible, weather its now or 5 years from now.

To be fair, the xbox 360 and ps3 lasted 5+ years.

 

PC will cost exponentially more FYI.

 

Also keep in mind you came to the WRONG place to ask that question.

Actually not really, I've seen some pretty good builds for around the $400 price point.

[SansVarnic]

Hey guys I need to know..... Would it be more beneficial in the long run to get a ps4 or building my own gaming PC? Thanks .. You guys are the best.

Build a PC, for price point go with an ITX build.

Somebody here did an ITX build for about 400-500 on www.partspicker.com I don't remember who.

[reapersivan]

Ps4 for Black Friday is 300$.....

[Statik]

To be fair, the xbox 360 and ps3 lasted 5+ years.

 

Actually not really, I've seen some pretty good builds for around the $400 price point.

Sure it might be decent, but a $400 rig isn't going to run AAA titles like a $400 PS4 is.

 

 

EDIT: PS4, not PS3.

[ElZamo92]

If you like to play split screen with your siblings/friends or you like Uncharted or God of War, then go for the PS4. If not, a PC is your best choice, and since it is upgradeable, you can keep playing games for a long time without any major upgrades. I'd recommend building a PC that's slightly more expensive than a console ($600-700 USD), since you'll get the most out of it that way and it will last you longer.

[GalacticRuler]

Build a PC, for price point go with an ITX build.

Somebody here did an ITX build for about 400-500 on www.partspicker.com I don't remember who.

I just did one.

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

 

CPU: AMD Athlon X4 860K 3.7GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($69.88 @ OutletPC) 

Motherboard: MSI A68HI AC Mini ITX FM2+ Motherboard  ($59.99 @ Newegg) 

Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($29.99 @ Newegg) 

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($44.99 @ Newegg) 

Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 290 4GB Video Card  ($199.99 @ Newegg) 

Case: Thermaltake Core V1 Mini ITX Tower Case  ($29.99 @ Newegg) 

Power Supply: XFX TS 650W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply  ($39.99 @ Newegg) 

Total: $468.82

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-11-25 22:15 EST-0500

[XTankSlayerX]

To be fair, the xbox 360 and ps3 lasted 5+ years.

 

Actually not really, I've seen some pretty good builds for around the $400 price point.

This generation is not going to last this long. I hope it doesn't last that long.

[manikyath]

so.. talking long term benefits, everyone is forgetting something:

 

with a pc, you can use the thing to learn things.

- first off, you learn about hardware by building it.

- you can use it to access the internet in a propper way.

- a pc is a "creator" device. you can use it to make mods for games, make pieces of software, etc. programming talents may come in handy when looking for a job.

[TetraSky]

In the long run, a PC is better.
Games are cheaper at release AND get cheaper over time very quickly.

Can do a LOT more than just play games.

Backward compatibly to the biggest back catalog of games out there.

MODDING.

Free online play.

 

and MORE.

 

Also this
https://www.reddit.com/r/pcmasterrace/wiki/guide

Gives tons of reasons why a PC is the better choice along with the cost of PC gaming vs consoles. Especially when a budget $400~ PC gives better performances than consoles.

 

 

If you're short on cash right now, sure a PS4 might be "good enough" to play a game or two, but it won't ever beat a PC in terms of capability.

[Starelementpoke]

Sure it might be decent, but a $400 rig isn't going to run AAA titles like a $400 PS4 is.

 

 

EDIT: PS4, not PS3.

Yeah, Let's go 900p, with an occasional 1080p with a 30 fps cap, whoopee.

Can't run AAA titles my ass.

[SansVarnic]

PC > Console

Why? Steam...Nuff said.