Build a 2026 budget gaming PC for 1440p using an i5-12600K and Intel Arc A570 or A580, plus DDR4 savings for better value.

I've been building PCs for around 20 years now, so I've had my fair share of squeezing in dirt-cheap components whenever I could. While it didn't matter as much when I was working with shoestring ...

Building a PC is an exciting rite of passage for any tech enthusiast. There's an overwhelming breadth of options available at every budget. However, this low barrier to entry is a double-edged sword.

Sometimes I go longer than I intend without writing an updated version of our PC building guide. And while I could just claim to be too busy to spend hours on Newegg or Amazon or other sites digging ...

Is building a gaming PC on a budget still possible in today’s market? With hardware prices climbing, many gamers are questioning whether affordable builds are a thing of the past. In the video, ETA ...