Why PC is Better Than Console | Is PC Better Than Console

[@ErockOnTech]

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[@Bernie398]

pC Is BeTTer thAn CoNsole. Its 2022 get over it jesus we get it idiot

[@JayPatrol]

Your right about those points I just don't care to mess with pc gaming I'm glad you like pc gaming. The Xbox series x is with me Besides Microsoft is going towards the pc road. Pretty soon they will not be making consoles or need to. Its already getting that close to those days. Microsoft is a software and computer technology company so they have the power to make the Xbox gaming brand full pc essential if they wanted to and probably will Thst something sony will never do. And thats all truth Be great

[@ErockOnTech]

@@JayPatrol lol 😂 that’s funny. Yeah man I was a die hard Xbox gamer my whole life. My other “console vs PC video” describes this a little more. The whole reason I switched to PC was because of Microsoft’s support for the PC platform. I like making my gaming machine mine. I like making it themed and personal. So a PC allows me to do this. Plus I get to keep playing my favorite Xbox games. It’s a win/win.

[@JayPatrol]

@@ErockOnTech yea Pc games are neat

[@JayPatrol]

Pc gaming is not for everyone especially the average consumer are not going to buy a pc for gaming like people in the pc gaming community this basically for those that want a gaming pc and build one. But to the average consumer will just own a regular computer and maybe a game console. And most people don't care to play a game on a keyboard Pcs are nice but i myself don't care to game on a computer.

[@PurushNahiMahaPurush]

I have actually moved away from PC gaming recently. I have been a pc gamer for more than a decade but fell out of gaming over the last year or so even though I have a fairly decent gaming laptop (for my work). My issue is that I do programming for 8-10 hours a day and after I come home, I don’t want to even look at a PC again. I recently purchased a PS5 and it has rekindled my love for gaming. The greatest benefit is couch gaming. Sitting in front of my TV with the option to instantly get on with game is a huge bonus. I’m willing to pay extra for games if that means I have the convenience of not worrying about frame rates or graphics settings and instantly playing my game. Another factor is that not everyone lives in the US and the PC parts market has gone to absolute trash, especially for Europe where we have to pay 20-30% extra plus higher VAT. This would still be digestible if the state of PC ports wasn’t so bad these days. Also I’d rather pay Sony extra money than use the absolute horseshit that is Windows (more than I already have to for work). Windows is a huge pain in the ass and I don’t want to deal with it in my free time. I get that you are trying to make a case for PC gaming but it’s not like PC gaming doesn’t have any downsides. There are real practical advantages that consoles offer besides first party games, which is why the PS5 has sold more than 50 million at this point. People are willing to pay for convenience and consoles offer exactly that, convenience.

[@craneman602]

Some really solid points you made. Building my first pc did the same for me. Getting older and heading towards 30 now, I just found the luster of gaming in general for me slowly but surely dulling. I’d boot up my ps5, look at my vast collection of games, scroll mindlessly over titles then sigh and shut it off and go watch Netflix in my bedroom. I’ve been a console gamer my whole life, almost intimidated by the process of building a pc and knowing next to nothing. After hours of borderline obsessing over build videos, cpu/gpu tier lists, etc. I’ve finally built my first pc. And I find myself looking forward to gaming and tinkering with settings. A long drawn out reply that no one asked for, I say all of that to say I’m glad buying a console rekindled that spark for you. It’s a sad day when a gamer loses the want to, but hobbies can/do change. Happy gaming 🤙🏼

[@Spark9819]

I've been using PC and consoles and the points I usually don't see are "stability" and "user friendly". Since consoles are mostly used for gaming, you're two actions away from getting in your game. Games are locked at a specific frame rate to have a stable experience, on PC you need to try different configurations for your specific hardware; I love doing all the troubleshooting on PC and becoming better and better at using my PCs full potential, but that's not for the most casual gamers

[@Thornskade]

When I was a kid I was also two actions away from getting in my games. Realizing that I could tweak settings and make my own configurations came way later, I didn't even know what options menus were. I don't understand where this idea comes from, casual PC gamers don't tweak, they just start a game and play like a console user. This stuff is optional, not forced. PC games are also usually just put at a low, medium or high config depending on the hardware the game detects and framerates are usually locked to your refresh rate by default, i.e. 60 fps or 30 fps (depending on game performance, double buffering is the most common option games use by default) for the vast majority of people. It's not like there's zero optimization here

[@manameisjeffie656]

that's what i like doing sometimes, when it's to ez to play the game for 45 min and get bored, but when i have to configure and suffer to find fixes for performance i usually stay hours doing so, which brings me the most fun even when playing the game at a lower FPS

[@XxViperMortalxX]

​@@ThornskadeNah man, my last console was a ps2 so i have been a pc player for very long, and let me tell you it aint rly that optional. On pc most games are not really that well optimized and some are even complete trash on optimization, meaning shitty or subpar performance on a quite powerful pc. And most games dont offer a easy experience for optimization, on xbox or ps5 you choose framerate and play... On pc you need to open a fps monitor, check which preset offers a stable performance and maybe thats it, if you run into stutters you gotta search wtf is up, if its vram usage, ram, cpu, drivers, if its the game, a specific setting maybe, etc... There is also micro stutters, crashes, errors, updates messing shit up, file corruption, things of which if u unlucky enough might rly fk with ur enjoyment. Honestly not a pc or console is for everyone... You gotta see what fits u. Pc is good if u have the money to build a very powerful one, and u can also get games for insanely cheap. Ps5/xbox series are good if u want something cheap yet powerful, and a more relaxing plug and play experience. There is also handhelds, like the rog ally, steam deck, legion go (just to name the big brands), which offer much weaker performance than a console or even a low budget pc, but offer a portability and chance to play short burst that no other thing can come close, also its great for ppl who travel a lot. Really not one of them is the best, but the best for your use case scenario/what you want

[@Thornskade]

@@XxViperMortalxX Again you're describing things that are completely optional. I spent my entire childhood on PC and literally never tweaked any graphics settings so I know full well this is not and was never a necessity. This is double think where when a console game is poorly optimized, stutters or has low framerates you just accept it because you can't do anything about it. On PC you can do something about it, but to claim it's required is blatantly false

[@yogainstructor4437]

Games on consoles aren’t even guaranteed to run. And if the company decides not to fix it, you’re fucked. On pc u can at least tweak it to run

[@ericoliphant1891]

Just switched over to pc from series x and i’m already hooked! Not just in the gaming aspect, but the customization. Decking out my rig, wallpaper engine, high resolution/high frame rate gaming, indie titles. I have a ps5 too mostly for exclusives, but i’m glad I made the switch.

[@ErockOnTech]

That’s so great to hear! I’m happy for you. The PS5 exclusives are coming to PC more and more frequently. It only gets better!

[@DETERMINOLOGY]

I dont know whats going on. But im seeing alot of people that went from PC to series X going back to PC from the series X. Let me ask what happen between launch and now that's making people switch.

[@ericoliphant1891]

@@DETERMINOLOGY PC is just better. More options for peripherals, graphics, frame rate. Having a series X if you have a PC is pretty much pointless because you can play any game that you would originally play on the xbox; but with better graphics and frame rate. Now that selected Playstation exclusives will be coming to PC too there’s no real reason for me to own a ps5 anymore either. My RTX 3080 and 5900x handle anything I throw at them. There’s nothing wrong with wanting to play on either of the new consoles, but for me specifically I wanted a platform with unlimited options. I was shocked at how much cheaper the games are on PC as well.

[@DETERMINOLOGY]

@@ericoliphant1891 Facts. I was messing around with a series x but now going pc my self

[@logangagnier8937]

i have an xbox one s and a ps5, i could sell them and get probably around $700. that would be a huge help in building a pc but haven’t considered keeping the ps5. how often do you use it? i only got mine about 6 months ago and i love it, but pretty bored of the games it has to offer. plus my friends are on xbox and pc is a lot more cross play friendly

[@vincentrodriguez8401]

As a console gamer (PS5) I greatly appreciate these types of videos. The arguments of customization and long term savings really make me want to switch. If I can clear that initial cost hurdle, I'll be sure to enjoy it.

[@ErockOnTech]

This is not a comment I see everyday lol. Most console gamers want to argue why I’m wrong lol. Hardware is getting cheaper thankfully. PC is getting the next Gen stuff starting today actually. So later this fall, the current hardware will only get cheaper.

[@n_ux]

I have a PS5 but I wouldn't know which games to play to make and add friends. Since I've been very busy with my job. Cuts into my recreation time.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@n_ux That’s a problem we all share I think. Jobs getting in the way. Lol.

[@riusu8672]

@@ErockOnTech hardware has always been cheap since the 2000's when i had my very first pc. the issue recently has been crypto currencies, that is what made pc parts like GPU go up. the miners where profiting of that, and would buy out a high percentage of the supplies. increasing the prices up to 4x or more msrp. now that Ethereum is no longer profitable, it is a great time for new pc users to build their machines.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@riusu8672 Exactly! Things are on the road to being normal again!

[@ReKnHaVoc]

I swapped over to PC first for the hobby of the build in 2013. Started with air cooled Intel processor and AMD GPU. Then went to full water loop not long afterwards in 2014 and have upgraded a few times since then. Built one of my kids a PC from my old parts. I love the expandability of PC and unlimited gaming. I've also sold parts several times as well to do upgrades. We still have consoles in our home for my kids and I occasionally play on consoles as well. I'm so glad PS has released games to PC the last few years.

[@ErockOnTech]

I agree. I love having PS games on PC. It’s how it should be in my opinion. I also love the building process. I love seeing the PC come together. It’s a fun hobby.

[@short.8969]

i have a pc, have had one for years. but as i get older and have more responsibility’s, and overall less time, i find myself falling back in love with console gaming, just the fact that i can sit back in my bed, press one button and be playing some chill game for half an hour really appeals to me. it just works and i like it

[@ErockOnTech]

I understand completely.

[@AaronWOfficial]

I don't understand. You can do the same thing with steam big picture and a bluetooth controller. As long as steam is open (I have it launch with windows, because it takes up barely any system resources), I can press my ps button on my dual sense and it brings up steam big picture mode. Then I can jus select whatever game I like and play it wirelessly. Just last night I was playing ff7 remake in bed with my pc and dualsense lol, played it back on ps4 but never got a ps5 and wanted to try the yuffie dlc content so I decided to get it again on a key sale for cheap.

[@AlphaSilverback]

I still think one of the best things about PC, is mod support. You can literally take the stuff you don't like in a game and mod it to be different.

[@ErockOnTech]

Exactly! Yes, you get it! Mods are amazing and so under rated.

[@McGeezle]

Well some games. I am still severely disappointed at the sheer lack of moddable games after switching to pc. That's what I wanted more than the performance increase

[@AlphaSilverback]

@@McGeezle What...? Almost all games have mods.

[@McGeezle]

@@AlphaSilverback mostly just useless ones like reshades or inventory unlocks etc

[@maxdeen1298]

You also can play free online and download free games cracked ones

[@samd2013]

The reason why people go console over PC is because of how expensive PC is. Good luck finding a gaming PC in the 300-500 dollar range that runs games as well as the PS5 or X/S. With that said after investing a significant amount of money into decent PC components, it of course is better than console. But consoles are designed to be simple, cheap, and accessible.

[@ErockOnTech]

Honestly, that’s a very fair point. During the PlayStation 4 and Xbox one generation, you could build a $500 console killer. These videos were all over KZbin. However, many things have changed since then. But in about another year or two, I think we can start buying used parts for around $500 that will rival the consoles. Not necessarily beat them. But rival them. And the parts will need to be secondhand.

[@dodgeram1500tn]

By the time you spend 15 month for online you can have a PC and free online lol

[@ErockOnTech]

@@dodgeram1500tn lol 😂 true

[@MrAwesumo]

I argue this actually I bought a rtx 2070 PC for 600 which is equal to PS5 for 600, only a 100 over PS5 and recent I got a RTX 3080 Ti Build for 750 which is 50 cheaper than PS5 Pro with a disk drive here in the UK so it’s possible I don’t know if most normies know how to look for the right PC specs but it’s definitely possible to get price match to consoles best part is it’s cheaper in the long run cheaper games no online pay and emulation for legacy titles even if you bought a 1000 PC over time it will be cheaper over time.

[@phil15450]

Just purchased my first prebuilt with a 3080 it I’m so excited played console my whole life got a lot to learn

[@ErockOnTech]

Congratulations and welcome aboard! I’m here to help. Please feel free to join my Discord. We have a community available to answer all questions. Also, this video may help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJ7SmKyqdq-Ya8k

[@favoritesfavorites8334]

I recently just switched to pc. I love how I can use it as my school work and gaming seamlessly switch between the two

[@ErockOnTech]

Yes! It’s so awesome right?

[@ShantanuMukherjee4]

For me it's the reverse, I went from PC to console. My PS5 just works, the games just run, no crashes, no constant driver updates, no errors, games just run 99 percent of the time and whenever a new game comes out I can just buy it knowing it will all work by just putting in the disc with no more effort. As I got older, sometimes I just wanted to come home and turn on my system and play games, not tinker with settings not do constant debugging, not worry about drivers, controllers and headphones suddenly disconnecting, not to mention the various problems with windows itself. And then comes the cost, especially in a 3rd world country like mine, for me there's absolutely no comparison, console all the way, cause I just want to play games at the end of the day, and Playstation also has great exclusives for which I won't have to wait years for a PC port which is not always guaranteed, also so many bad ports come out on PC, developers clearly put console first, and also most online games that people play these days are free like Apex, Rocket league, warzone and fortnite and for these you don't need to pay for ps plus, also you can buy pre owned discs and sell your discs to save money, I bought ragnarok day 1 and sold it in a week after completion getting back 90 percent of my money, also I can pin youtube videos and other stuff with my game on screen on PS5 seamlessly maybe research before saying we can't? But hey if you have time and money then sure go ahead with a PC.

[@otam5865]

You can legit make a pc stronger then a console for the same price xd

[@ShantanuMukherjee4]

@@otam5865 come to my country, buy the parts, make one and show me. Don't just stay stuff, show something substantial.

[@otam5865]

@@ShantanuMukherjee4 rx580 for $100 ryzen 5 2600 fot 120-110$ 16gb ddr4 50$ case 30$ 500W psu-35$ 512gb ssd-60$

[@GLRYB2GD]

I completely agree.

[@makmedia_tv]

@@otam5865 you forgot : the case, windows 10 / 11 version, adds another 150-200 and now you have a super shitty PC that maybe runs like a ps4 but not even close to the speeds and perfomance of a ps5 thats even more expensive , not to mention that the prices you list are completly pulled out of ur stinky butthole, in reality decent parts that you mentioned cost way more than that.

[@ragingmonk6080]

One of the best parts about the PC is upgradeability. If you have a B 350 or B 450 motherboard you could just upgrade the CPU. If you have a decent CPU then you can upgrade the GPU. Same with memory. Running low on capacity, add a send kit when it goes on sale. Run out of storage space on the SSD? Buy a 7200 RPM HDD and slap it in the case. Move the games that you are not playing to that bulk storage. Then you can move it back to the SSD at any time with no need to download it again.

[@ErockOnTech]

Excellent points! Well said. Thanks for sharing! The longer I’m on PC, the more freedom I see.

[@myamaha62]

@@ErockOnTech my issue is i don't know how to update the motherboard to install a new cpu. It's a good motherboard that has a 3600 ryzen. I just want to put in a 5700G so the pc can handle streaming and gaming at the same time better. It's a b450M DS3H WIFI. I don't overclock or anything. I have a 6600xt powercolor gpu also. Just want to get 2-4 more years before having to get a new PC. Mine is a cyberpower prebuilt that had a rx580 originally.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@myamaha62 I found a tutorial for that specific motherboard. This should help you. Essentially, go download the bios from the motherboard’s manufacturer’s website. Put it on a USB drive. Boot into the bios. Go to Q flash and update the bios off the usb drive. Here is the video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oInLfKSFgMqmfKM Join my Discord for faster support! We have a small community that helps each other.

[@ragingmonk6080]

@BrandoRando Steam has a "move game location" option. But you can copy the game file from the SSD and paste it on the HDD. Go back to the the game on the SSD and click uninstall. Next time you want to install the game just cut and paste from HDD back to the location on the SSD. Go to Steam or which store applies and click install. It will discover the game file and check its integrity and patches. No long download.

[@exploringpc7475]

Once you go dual monitor, you cannot go back. Yes. You cannot go back. I have 2 way setup and its just so good.

[@ErockOnTech]

I agree.

[@TheCudder4life]

The hardest part is getting over that initial hump of the price on PC. Once you do that, you quite literally open yourself up to "unchained" gaming with no limits (unless of course, devs do that for you unfortunately) You can certainly still keep a console around if you prefer like I have done but every day I look at it and realize it's been months since I've used it. I'd say either save up for a PC if you need to or get one if you can afford one because you will NOT regret it.

[@ErockOnTech]

I like the “unchained” idea. That’s a good way of looking at it for sure in my opinion. The problem I had when I was a console gamer was I couldn’t see the chains on me. But after being on PC for over 3 years now I can see all the freedom I have. It’s truly wonderful.

[@TheCudder4life]

@@ErockOnTech It's very eye opening that first time you come over from Console for sure. Now if only developers would give us more true PC games instead of console ports, looking at you and your 60fps caps From Software.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@TheCudder4life Yes, so true. Stop building for console and then porting to PC as an after thought. Start with PC, then port to console.

[@rival2028]

Yooo that 'Geeta PC was well over 9000 😆

[@ErockOnTech]

@@rival2028 haha thank you! I really appreciate that!

[@IncessantWake]

Console gaming in the 80's and 90's was top tier.

[@ErockOnTech]

Yes it was! You’re right!

[@demitri7303]

It's still much more popular than PC gaming.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@demitri7303 That is true. Because it’s cheaper and plug and play.

[@lunedefroid8817]

90s computer games were great all time classics.

[@ErockOnTech]

@BrandoRando late 90s and early 2000s were awesome.

[@сергей7-к7ш]

Upon closer examination, the textures on the PC are still clearer than on consoles. you can see this in dozens of games. For me, the quality of graphics is the main thing.

[@countrifried]

It’s the graphics and just how smooth things run. No frame rate drops (if the hardware is right) Not having long loading screens is nice too.

[@сергей7-к7ш]

@@countrifried And don’t forget that consoles play mainly on a TV and not on a monitor, the clarity of a monitor is higher than that of a TV. Also, some people sometimes select the wrong hardware when the processor and video card are not suitable.

[@SmoothSportsGaming]

​@@сергей7-к7ш PC gaming on a LGC3 is better than any monitor imo. The quality is comparable the extra visual features on the TV make the picture pop. Not just that, but the biggest reason is the interpolation feature. I tried looking for a monitor that had it and none did. People don't like it in general but on a TV like this it's flawless. No artifacts or lag on any visual feature. It's way better than Frame Gen, lossless scaling, and that FS3 mod with Frame gen. Free frames without using any PC resources.

[@сергей7-к7ш]

@@SmoothSportsGaming No TV can compare with a monitor. The monitor is specially designed for hours of gaming and the TV will simply burn out, it is designed for a maximum of 2 hours without rest. Image quality is always better on a monitor due to the higher pixel density and smaller screen.

[@SmoothSportsGaming]

@@сергей7-к7ш A good OLED is comparable. CRT screens are the only ones that are on another level. On the CRU app for changing resolutions they have presets and the only one that has a crazy pixel count is the CRT Either way, I prefer free frames, special visual features, and great movement over a slightly better picture native picture. I've seen ghosting on a lot of monitors so motion isnt always better on them.

[@adamp9011]

Great video, I don't think you covered this but you get more access to different genres of games, RTS being a prime example

[@ErockOnTech]

Very true! Excellent point! Thank you!

[@ryangustavo7248]

I've always played on consoles, my last one was a PS4. But earlier this year, I built a PC... and it's just INSANE! Free online, mods, cheaper games, accuracy of keyboard and mouse for FPS games and other genres, emulators and I can do other things than just gaming.

[@ErockOnTech]

Yes! You are 100% correct! I was a die hard console only gamer for the majority of my life. I switched to PC a little over 3 years ago now and I haven’t looked back.

[@Dennis_N.]

I also upgraded my Series s to a PC with a Rtx 3060 and I love this decision. I bought a Series s Back then because GPU prices were too high and I had nothing to Play. But since the gpu prices are back to normal i bought a Rtx 3060. I can so so much more than Just Gaming which is awesome.

[@ErockOnTech]

You made wise decisions all around. You waited for GPU prices to drop and then made the switch. Good job!

[@bilbobaggins7527]

I jumped into PC gaming just over a year ago but was never completely satisfied with pc gaming until I upgraded from my 27" 1440p 165hz gaming monitor to a 48" C1. Now my pc gaming experience is like console gaming but without having to choose between fidelity/resolution mode vs performance mode. Having said that, I am still happy to have my PS5 which I moved from the TV room (along with my Switch dock) to my desk so all my gaming is in one location. I still buy Sony's amazing must play 1st party games day and date on PS5 however I have started double dipping on Sony's PC releases... such as Zero Dawn for less than $16 CAN (approx $13 US) and Days Gone for less than $17 CAN (approx $14 US).

[@ErockOnTech]

I also have a 48 inch OLED, but mine is the CX. As a lifelong console gamer, it was hard for me to get into PC fully. I fully converted over but something always felt a little off. I connected my Xbox controller and switched from a monitor to a tv and now I love it. I’ve been gaming more. I still have a monitor connected as a secondary display and I use mouse and keyboard for all normal PC related things. But nowadays, if I am gaming, it’s usually with a controller and I don’t care. I love it. It’s fun. It’s easy. It feels normal to me. The main change now has been the box. Instead of a console, it’s a PC!

[@bilbobaggins7527]

@@ErockOnTech PC has become my favourite gaming platform because I get both fidelity/resolution and performance however I still love playing Sony's amazing must play 1st party games day and date. 🙂 I bought a customized xbox controller via the design lab...I did not know at the time PS5 controllers work wirelessly on pc. Now that I have a 48" screen for my pc monitor...I never want to go back to a smaller screen...not even 42".

[@ErockOnTech]

@@bilbobaggins7527 Awesome! Sounds good! It sounds like you have found the perfect setup for you! I love to hear it!

[@inv3st_eth839]

Has anyone tried making pc+long hdmi2.1 to huge tv+controller setup? I wanna buy a pc and then connect it to my lg c2 , is there a sense to make pc to become a console style device with tv? Or just better to pick ps or xbox in that case? I just thought i want at least 60fps in games and consoles provide shitty graphics on performance mode(as far as i have researched....) , or maybe that's not the case and better to pick a console? Would appreciate an elaborated answer , and thank you in advance !!

[@bilbobaggins7527]

@@inv3st_eth839 Money wise, the best option is to buy a PS5 however if you are willing and able to shell out enough to buy a high end GPU/PC then PC is the best option. Personally, I have a PS5, Switch, and PC all connected to my 48" C1...and I am loving it!!! I use a 9ft HDMI 2.1 cable however 6ft would have sufficed...I am not sure but if I remember correct there is a recommended maximum length for HDMI cables before signal degradation starts.

[@firstclaims30]

I build my pc about 6 month ago, I haven’t touched my ps5 ever since. I do think these new consoles are excellent, but pc is ahead in so many ways. And now add a steamdeck to the mix, and even handheld consoles are outclassed. But regardless, for some reason, I always buy any new console that releases lol. But PC is my go to once the hype for a new console dies down.

[@ErockOnTech]

Sounds good! I get it!

[@sasabosnjakovic2584]

I own a pc and I agree with you in everything, in my opinion the only difference is that when you get old and work hard after a whole day you don't want to sit at the computer and play games. I think that's the only way I give the console an advantage, you come home, lie down on the couch, turn it on and play. :D

[@ErockOnTech]

You can connect your PC to your tv. Turn on Steam big picture mode. Connect a controller and use it like a console. Problem solved. 😊

[@davidquee8728]

@@ErockOnTech Not even close to the same experience you still have to deal with cheaters

[@Th3Fly1ngCow]

Mod support is still so underrated if people really knew the extent of just what nexus mod offers they would be blown away

[@ErockOnTech]

I agree 100%! Mods are incredible!

[@cassidy8307]

Bethesda games, many roguelikes, minecraft and terraria are especially fantastic with mods. Loads of bugfixes, gameplay/performance improvements, QOL features, and even new content... sometimes to the point where it feels like it should be paid, like Fiend Folio for Isaac. Also all the community content in valve games.

[@AntonioCunningham]

PC modding is precisely why I *don't* want cross play. I don't want to play with *anyone* who cheat PR mods games.

[@crax-55]

@@AntonioCunninghammods and cheats are 2 different things.

[@AntonioCunningham]

@@crax-55 They both change the game code. Also mods can act and be cheats. As long as both are acceptable, I'll stay away from Online PC gaming.

[@Jamila206]

Why PC better than console? -We can build our own PC based on preference and finance - Easy to repair and service - no subscription - customizable such as water cooling or custom loop or use heat sink -widest game library -fully backward compatibility -least worry - only upgrade when necessary or when ready and we can upgrade part by part based on budget. - many peripheral such as mouse keyboard for FPS game, controller for RPG, driving wheel and pedal for racing car and etc. -VR support -Can use for working and many purpose - cheaper games and even free game - big community

[@ErockOnTech]

Excellent list! Good job!

[@luckywizard_]

Some corrections I’d like to point out. 1. Free games like Fortnite don’t require a subscription service to play online, however needing it for paid games still exist. 2. You can shop on gamestop & easily find a physical copy cheaper than you would on pc which prices are heavily dependent on when the platform decides to lower it. Additionally, Walmart tends to do $10 off for new game releases. 3. Unsure about xbox however the ps5 allows you to put KZbin, your friend’s broadcast, and apps to the side. Every other point I agree with fully

[@ErockOnTech]

1. Is correct today. That was not always true. But noted. 2. Physical games are cheaper eventually. But that takes time. Pre-orders and day 1 games are still cheaper on PC 9 times out of 10. Plus, less and less people are buying physical media. If you have a Xbox Series S or PS5 digital, physical media prices don’t help you. 3. Xbox does not allow for this. This is the first I’ve heard about the PS5 doing that.

[@DrLoomis666]

@@ErockOnTech his point about games getting cheaper over time but not right away could also be said in your argument for playstation games coming to pc, they are coming to pc but when? not right away, the the best looking games in the world are probably on ps5 but not on pc yet and when they are finally on pc the ps5 has newer better looking games again. pc players can brag about playing horizon zero dawn better then it ever looked while ps5 players are playing horizon 2. spiderman is on pc and much better then it was on ps4 but the game is 6 years old and spider-man 2 is coming to ps5. last of us 2 still top 5 looking games right now where is that on pc. yes when they get to pc they will be the best but some people might want to play the best looking state of the art looking games while they are fresh and not years later and pc does not give that yet. i am pc player stopped console after ps3 but playing the best looking games when they are new and fresh is not the same as playing them years later when their sequel which is better looking again is about to drop on console

[@ErockOnTech]

@@DrLoomis666 a game is either good or not. It doesn’t matter if it’s “6 years old” or not. Also, you’re assuming Horizon 2 will take just as long to come to PC. The majority of the PS games on PC today were exclusive to PS4 at a time when Sony wasn’t even considering PC ports. But Jim Ryan confirmed that PlayStstion is committed to bringing more games to PC. Also, he confirmed that PlayStation will get into more live service games. He then confirmed those games will be available on PC day 1. Only the single player games will be exclusive to the PS5 for a limited time. There are tons of beautiful looking games on PC… also looks are subjective. This is true with all things in life. I might think something looks good and you don’t. Or vice versa. So the whole “best looking games on PS5” argument is purely subjective.

[@DrLoomis666]

@@ErockOnTech is game is either good or not is bullshit,, thr gta games on ps2 are amazing at the time they are not so great today,, I'm not saying those ps4 games that are on pc are not amazing today yet are but what I'm saying is they are more amazing on realese because visually games are a product of their time,, the industry is always trying to push new and better looking visuals over time so spiderman most likely will not look as good as spiderman 2 just like horizon zero dawn does not look as good as horizon forbidden west,,, can you pay horizon forbidden West on pc when it was new and state of the art? No but you might get the chance to play it 3 or 4 years down the road when newer games have surpassed it visually, so far pc is getting these games 2 or 3 years later,, some people don't want to play the last of us 2 when the last of us 3 is about to come out, the facts remain all third party games will be better in pc but id people want to play the best looking newest state is the art looking games at that time they need a ps5 and that's always been the case,, there is a reason Sony has them locked down to console on release and later available to pc because is they were available on pc from the start ps5 sales would dip down,, theres no ifs or buts about it,, miles morales came to pc 2 years after release that's 2 whole years,, demon souls remake still not pc port,, last of us 2 no port, until dawn,, bloodboune,, horizon forbidden west no port when the dlc is coming to ps5, the best looking games are on ps5, u can't play any pc game that visuals or animations match horizon forbidden West or last of us 2, its not subjective at all

[@ErockOnTech]

@@DrLoomis666 Some games age better than others. But newer games age better because of better technology. PS games that are 4 years old today, will still look good in another 4 years. They will age better than PS2 games. Our technology has come a long way. Also, PC has something console doesn't. Mods. PC gamers regularly mod their games to add visual enhancements. So we are fine.

[@sshep86]

Grew up with consoles and PC through the 80s and 90s. Owned most major consoles through these years (apart from SNES, which wasn't very popular in UK) and I was lucky enough to have a shared family PC throughout this time too. Last console my parents got me was the PS2 in around 2001. Then, I purchased my very first gaming PC around 2004 (pentium 4 beast😅), which I mainly used for strategy games like Rome: Total war. By the time I got a PS3 my PC was a bit long in the tooth for newer games so I switched to just the PS3 from 2007 to about 2013. Then I got back into PCs again and would build a new PC every 3 years or so. I was very happy with my current Rig and I still am, a 3080ti paired with i9 11900k. But then I played The last of us Part 1 (remake) on PC and fell in love with it so hard for a second time, first time was on the Ps3 back in 2013. It made me want to play Part 2 so much and im not willing to wait 2 years for it to be ported to PC. So I purchased a PS5 last week and TLOU2 (ps4 version). Can't believe I dropped over £500 to play a game😂. To be fair, I have since purchased a few ps4 and ps5 exclusives that you can't get on PC yet. So it's not too bad. Shadow of colossus remake (owned the original on PS3 but never played it, Horizon Forbidden west and Ghost of Tshumo to name a few. Best of both worlds I guess.😅

[@ErockOnTech]

Yes, best of both worlds. I’m happy you’re happy. That’s what really matters.

[@twistedoracle4555]

From my experience, console gaming is better for casual gamers as it is much easier and way more affordable. For hardcore gamers, yes, PC is superior but it comes with cost and time doing your research. You also have to be ready to fix anything yourself, you are on your own. In most cases you will be fine, but games tend to crash a lot more on PC compared to consoles. For me I go with PC gaming as I am familiar with it, but it is not for everyone.

[@ErockOnTech]

Early on I had some game crashes. But the more I learned about PC tuning and optimization, the less my games crash. The part about fixing it yourself is actually a benefit in my opinion. When my Xbox got the red ring of death, I had to send it in and wait. I had no idea when I would get it back. That was annoying.

[@twistedoracle4555]

@@ErockOnTechErockOnDeck I see where you are coming from, great video anyways. Just my point for some people it is better for them just to buy a console, but yeah objectively speaking, the PC experience is unmatched.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@twistedoracle4555 I appreciate it. PC isn’t for everyone. Some people really just need a console. That’s ok.

[@darthdrip793]

I think for me the main issue is the price of building my own PC. Now, I’m very fortunate to have both a PS5 and a Series X (however it did take 2 years to get both as I got them as Christmas gifts on separate years, and is wasn’t a back-to-back situation either), and I could honestly easily afford a Nintendo Switch. However, PC is a different story. It’s EXTREMELY pricey to say the least. Maybe if I can get a job that pays enough and I save all the money I can I could get one sooner rather than later, but I’m still on the fence. I’m a huge gamer and I understand how great PC is, but realistically, it’s not in my price range until I can make some more money.

[@firstclaims30]

All you have to do is set a time frame and a budget for the purchase , and then little by little buy parts. Start with the pc case. Last part you should buy is the gpu, because the more you wait, the cheaper they get. Pc case- $200 or less. Wait a month and then get another part. And in about 6 month to a year you will have a high end pc.

[@naknak95]

What I always do and recommend is to build your PC when you're ready, and when a new console comes out, I upgrade something in my PC that needs upgrading. For example, PS4 came out, I upgraded my CPU/Motherboard/Ram, and when PS5 came out, I got a new GPU.

[@muccisebastian9300]

People dismiss buying a premade PC, but i found a good place and picked good parts and it was made well. These places bought in bulk so you might get a better bang for your buck than building yourself

[@therock2767]

Just sell your xbox and buy a pc

[@antonisautos8704]

Another thing about PC is that you can run emulators and play any console only game you want. I made my own game files from games I've bought back in the PS1 and 2 days. With the right stuff you can even use retro controllers to play your retro games. If you have retro pc games you can easily set up a virtual machine with the OS that ran those games in the past and play them pretty easily.

[@ErockOnTech]

You’re right! That’s an amazing point as well!

[@DreamyAbaddon]

@@ErockOnTech I know the video is old but I also wanted to mention you can play Nintendo Switch games through emulation on PC too. So no need to even buy a switch as a secondary device.

[@PilotPerkins]

I have a 3080ti PC, Steam Deck, PS5 and a Switch...... The PS5 and the Switch are collecting dust. I only use my PC and my Steam Deck for mobility and travel. Great video.

[@ErockOnTech]

Thank you very much! Your profile picture is awesome! Are you a pilot for a commercial airline or private or what?

[@brandonmitchell2374]

As someone that pretty much exclusively gamed on console for the better part of 20 years, switching to PC blew me away!

[@ErockOnTech]

Same here! I was a die hard console gamer my whole life. Now I’m on PC. Thanks for sharing.

[@mark20065]

The only things that attracts me as a console gamer are mods and emulation but mostly emulation because i LOVE old games but the problem for me is knowing which parts that i need to build the pc that i want, i've been learning about pc months ago but i still don't feel like i'm ready to migrate plus the fact that pc is getting bad ports of games lately.

[@Simsonlover222]

input latency is also a very underrated point + to be able to play older titles with nice graphics

[@ErockOnTech]

Good points.

[@Jamila206]

Awesome video as alway keep it up. One thing you miss about benefit is backward compatibility.

[@ErockOnTech]

Thank you very much! I had a brief section in there about it and emulation. But it didn’t flow well in the edit and it made the video way too long lol. But yes you are right. Backwards compatibility is another benefit of PC!! Let’s go!!

[@valerodriguez81]

im about to get my final pc part for my gaming pc and this video just made me realize how exited i am

[@ErockOnTech]

That’s awesome! I’m excited for you!

[@valerodriguez81]

@@ErockOnTech Ty!

[@BelowAverageGaming]

Well said! I own the ps5, Xbox series S and a switch... I don't play any of them! To top all off I even built an arcade machine out of a pi4. PC ALL DAY

[@ErockOnTech]

Yeah I have a PC and PS5 and a switch. The PS5 was the biggest waste of money. We never play it. My wife and I do play the switch from time to time. She loves Mario as you know. Haha.

[@ThatHz-]

I have a hard lined custom built PC and I still prefer the console experience. One always over looked point is the OS. With a PS5 there is one thing to update, no driver conflicts no multiple games stores to manage, no odd things running in the background, etc. Turn it on, play. The steam deck (which I also have) is the closest PC experience to this because it doesn’t have the hot mess known as Windows running in the background. I don’t need the maintenance. I wish the gaming PC offered this and hopefully SteamOS will make it happen someday. Sony may be the first company to crack VR into something desirable by the masses with PS VR2, not because it has the best stats but because they will have the developers the PC is missing to make engaging games. Lastly, the best controllers are always developed for consoles and later used for the PC and the PC often doesn’t integrate haptics as well as a console does. It’s not all roses for PCs. :)

[@ErockOnTech]

I agree about the controllers. I game primarily on PC but I used an Xbox Elite Series 2 controller. I love it. I also used to think the same thing about the OS. When I first came to PC, that was one of the things I missed the most. But now I understand why it’s not like that. You can turn things off in the background on windows if you really want to. You can run a slim version of windows that has all the bloat removed. It’s called Ghost Spectre and it’s quite nice. I would recommend checking it out. You can also just use Linux. But there is less than 100% game compatibility. So be aware of that. Consoles have the OS they have because they are locked down. It is a closed system. PC is an open system. Both have advantages and disadvantages.

[@Annihilation99]

Where did you get driver complications? Im curious because i havent ran in to any yet (still a new pc gamer 9 years so far)

[@davidquee8728]

@@Annihilation99 Of course you haven't that's the Fanboy speaking 😀 PC Simps

[@NethirOsman]

Great video and tips, what is that monitor in the background?

[@ErockOnTech]

Believe it or not it’s an old lcd tv. It’s a Vizio.

[@drunkenbard16]

I've grown a little out of PC gaming after acquiring a PS5 and a Switch. I didn't get the Xbox because what's the reason if I have a PC? It's basically the same platform. But now my PC is for competitive FPS, RTS and isometric games in general, which are better with a mouse and keyboard. Anyway, if I have to be honest, I'm having the most fun on my consoles.

[@ErockOnTech]

No problem. Gaming is meant to have fun. Everyone enjoys different things. If you have more fun on a console then that’s cool. After making my 2 videos on this subject, I think I’m done with it. I’ve also come to realize that not everyone should be on PC. Some people really should just stick to console gaming. That is totally fine.

[@TheAlphaOmegaX3]

If I built a PC I will be using it on my 4k big TV, will ONLY be playing games on it, and be using a controller the entire time. If PC can give me that console experience, then I'll be on it.

[@ErockOnTech]

Well you’re in luck. That’s exactly what PC can offer. I do that. Here’s proof! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rp6sapiHiqtkgrMsi=slaYmrRRcqim0GbR

[@TheAlphaOmegaX3]

@ErockOnTech Well, that was a nice tv, yes. Just need that instant on, pick your game with controller, and straight into the game software setup. From what research I've done, looks like SteamOS provides the straight boot into your games selectable with controller console experience once configured. If you can think of any more, let me know.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@TheAlphaOmegaX3yeah I’ve seen some videos on KZbin where people have figured out a way to turn on the PC with the controller. Personally, I don’t see that as a huge deal. The opposite means you just push a button on the PC. lol. And I’m saying that as a console fan boy for the majority of my life. But I know it’s possible. I haven’t played with Steam OS. But I know Steam Big picture can be setup to launch automatically when you boot your PC and it works perfectly with a controller. Really all we need a console UI that feels like the consoles. I only mention that because I’m working to bring that to market. It may not work. But I’m trying lol

[@TheAlphaOmegaX3]

@ErockOnTech Well once you're ready, definitely show off what ya got lol. Many would be very interested. Yeah I don't mind pressing a "On" button lol. Yeah Big picture mode is definitely up my ally. Thanks for the reply sir. Look forward to hearing more from you on the subject.

[@moasto02]

To me PC has always been the cheapest choice. When I was a kid I discovered all I needed was a video card and I could turn my family computer into a gaming PC. At that point you could be spending about $150 on a low end or used mid-tier card to start opening up your whole world. I would say anybody who is looking into PC gaming should start out like that.

[@ErockOnTech]

Good advice.

[@TropicChristmas]

I have to introduce a single strong negative here, and it relates to the mentioned multiplayer. 1. - Nobody owns a gaming PC. If I have 8 friends...let's say I work in a warehouse with 8 other gentlemen and we get along like fire. If I have 8 friends.....probably one or none of them will own a gaming PC. Seven of them will have a console. PC gaming, in comparison to the consoles, is niche as all get out. I acknowledge this isn't really much of a concern from a grown professional man who probably keeps one decent friend around outside of his family, but I was in the military and oilfield and it used to suck lol. If you game on PC, you're looking for randos.

[@ErockOnTech]

Thank you for your comment. I understand that above anything else, where your friends play will determine where you play and what you play. I’ve been there and done that myself. However, please allow me 2 points of clarification here. 1. Your situation with your friends is completely valid and relevant. However, it’s also circumstantial. It’s true for you and your situation. But it doesn’t objectively mean the rest of the market is like that. If you watch my video Why I left console behind, you will hear my story about my friends. All of my co workers across multiple companies gamed on PC. My console friends all started leaving console for PC. I was one of the only console gamers left. My experience is not any more or less valid than yours. 2. Are you aware of cross platform gaming? I mean if you and your friends are playing a console exclusive from Nintendo or PlayStation, then this may not apply. But on pretty much all current AAA third party multiplayer games, cross platform gaming is supported. This includes but is not limited to Halo, call of duty, battlefield, Fortnite, Apex Legends and the list goes on and on. So this means you can game on PC while your friends game on Xbox. I literally do this all the time. Back in the day, games like call of duty were a ghost town on PC. You’re right. However, that’s no longer true and it hasn’t been true in a few years. This is thanks to cross platform gaming.

[@k.a.263]

Yes!! Finally able to watch one of your videos. Not that I don’t like your videos lol. Great content!! As you know I’m new to PC gaming and I admit there are a lot of advantages to it compared to consoles. However, I still find myself as a plug and play kinda guy. I enjoy the fluidity of a PC along with the cost effective products they offer. I do they to game very often and I can see myself not skipping to much of a beat if the PC wasn’t available and going back to the console. I don’t mod cause it scares the crap out of me that I’ll download the wrong thing our a virus and I wouldn’t have a clue how to fix it. The games I play are destiny and the occasional rpg. It still disappoints me that mmorpg games still charge a monthly fee to play. Maybe in time I’ll see the major difference but at this point plug it and play it is my motto. Lol

[@ErockOnTech]

Well, it’s good to see you back in the comments! Thanks for the comment! I’m aware of your situation and fully understand where you are coming from. It also makes complete sense. I remember when I was on Xbox, I was so scared to damage it. So I never did anything to it. Meanwhile, I had a friend who would constantly take his apart and paint it. I thought that was crazy. Fast forward to now and I do custom PC stuff all the time. It’s funny how that works. I appreciate you watching the video. The one thing I would encourage you to do is don’t be afraid to touch your PC lol. I know where you’re coming from and trust me I used to be there as well. But the more you use it, the more comfortable you’ll be with it. I believe you can’t fully enjoy something if you’re partially scared of it lol. I made a video called 50 tips in 10 minutes. It’s exactly what it sounds like. It’s 50 PC tips in 10 minutes. It gets straight to the point. I would recommend watching it as a good start. No, not every single tip will be applicable to you. But it’s watching things like this that help you learn and get more comfortable with your PC. Here is the link if you’re interested. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJ7SmKyqdq-Ya8k

[@k.a.263]

Thx for responding!! Great content keep it up.

[@BigmacRL]

Gotta say. Your content is way better than your amount of subscribers say. Your channel will grow. Keep it up💪🏻

[@ErockOnTech]

Thank you! I really appreciate that!

[@jimmytimber7074]

You are right about gravitating towards one console. My ps5 collects dust my series x is my go to. I really don't know why but it is. Might be cuz my elite series 2 I just love that controller. Wish I would of went pc. After buying my consoles and a tv that can run them at their potential I could of built a bad ass pc. Didn't really think it through I guess. Might build a pc in a couple years it looks like alot of fun. That being said I think my series x performs pretty good for 500 bucks. Be pretty hard to build a pc for that price and performance. Probably not possible unless you bought everything used.

[@ErockOnTech]

I also have a PS5 that collects dust. It’s sad really. I also have the elite series 2 controller and I use it on my PC almost every day. It’s a great controller and I love it. Yeah hardware pricing is where consoles win. But PC wins in all other categories. So if you can get over the initial hump of PC hardware costs, then it’s a wonderful platform to game.

[@linnyunt]

I see the Xbox Series X and PS5 as my back compat systems these days, playing my older games with FPS boost is great. But moving forward, I may not buy the next gen consoles.

[@darkequ1nox264]

Great video! I do think the PC games are cheaper debate is a bit more close. While I do agree with PC games being cheaper, this assumes players buying digitally. If you buy the game on console for $70 as a physical copy, you can resell that physical copy to recoup some (sometimes ~70%) of that money. A lot of really good games hold there value really well too. Whether this offsets the cost difference between PC and console varies, but I do feel it is a lot closer than some think it is.

[@ErockOnTech]

Fair point. But I think the data shows more and more people are going to digital. If you compare digital to digital, then PC games are usually cheaper. Even then, there are some exceptions. Most notably COD, for now.

[@darkequ1nox264]

@@ErockOnTech Absolutely agree with you on that! I feel like one of the few who still get physical copies today 😆. I went from PC to console (work on a PC 9 hours a day). I started buying physical copies because it felt like it offset the costs to be fairly close to PC.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@darkequ1nox264 I understand.

[@willy7968]

there is a difference between buying it cheaper and u own it for life. When u sell the disc, that's all even if you later feel like playing it

[@DrummerDru_182]

Not only is PC better than Console, but Emulation on PC has made it even more attractive. You can play Older Classics on a Modern PC, enhance the Graphics with Emulators, sometimes you can Mod the Games & play with your USB Controller of preference. I did some light PC Gaming when I was younger, but the drawback for me was having to use Keyboard & Mouse for Games. That's all fine if the game calls for it [ie: The Sims, Age of Empires, World of Warcraft, etc.] but when you're used to Console Gaming, I missed that Controller familiarity. Some of my favorite Console Games weren't on PC, so I had to choose Console to spend most of my time on. Nowadays, you have so many options how you want to play on PC, most Games are released on PC & Console, but PC's are just more powerful, they will be better, it's just smarter to go with PC nowadays for a do it all Gaming Machine. Ever since I got into Emulation & moved my older Games over to PC, I haven't even touched my older Consoles, there is no need to. They look better on my PC with upscaled Graphics, my 4K Monitors & I can save as many Games as I want due to Hard Drives. You can save Gameplay pretty easy, take Screenshots, use Save States on Emulators, there's just a lot more options that you could not do on older Consoles even if you still wanted to play them in current year. Plus I think PC Games get more Deals for Sale than Console Games ever did. And there's just so many options to choose from on Steam, it just doesn't make sense for me to use a Console anymore. My last Console was a PS4 and even that one I played way less than my PS3 & PS2. I just have 0 ambition to get a PS5 & beyond. I don't think I will ever be on a Gaming Console ever again. PC Gaming is expensive, it's not as "Mobile", but the Pluses for me outweigh the Negatives, it's not even close!! And yes, you can do more Computer based tasks & Multitasking like you mentioned as well. Just way more Features & experience on PC!! Keep your PC up to date, buy great Hardware, take care of it, make sure everything is working correctly, and you'll have a rocking do-it-all machine for a long time!!

[@ErockOnTech]

I fully agree! Well said all the way through. Emulation is not only a massive benefit but it’s also so important to the gaming industry. I love emulation.

[@hardcorehardware361]

I've always been on PC with a few consoles thrown in such as the Atari, Sega Master System, Mega Drive and Nintendo but primarily I was always a PC Gamer. I still own an original Mod Xbox that I play from time to time, sure emulation works for some Games but some just wont work. I'm just used to sitting at a desk to play Games but I do play on my HTPC with a controller while relaxing on my lounge when I play Forza 5, you can turn a PC into a semi console. I say play whatever you want, there are good arguments to be had for both but I will say this, if you have a PC it makes little sense to buy an Xbox and I absolutely love my Mod PSP. There are some Games like Rise of Ronin that are exclusives that interest me but I would prefer to buy a new Samsung 980 Pro 2tb or another 12tb HDD to chuck in Raid over buying a PS5 not that they actually exist lol. For me I just love building new systems always have, Computers got me out of allot of dark times in my life, its not just a Gaming machine its my passion. Great video mate, really enjoying your content and you have a nice system there:) Power level over 9000!

[@ErockOnTech]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I agree 100%! You can certainly use your PC as a semi console. I’ve considered doing a video about that. I actually struggled to enjoy PC for a little while when I first switched. But then I used it as a semi console and I have loved it ever since. Trying to figure out a structure for that video to make it make sense. Occasionally, I use mouse and keyboard. When I first switched, all I used was mouse and keyboard. Now I mainly use the Xbox Elite Series 2 controller. I now game on a tv with an HDMI 2.1 cable. So in a sense, the only thing different is the box itself. But it’s way more powerful lol. I get what you mean entirely about PC being a passion. It’s so much fun and relaxing to build a new system. It never gets old. I would still be doing this stuff even if it wasn’t for KZbin. KZbin just allows me an outlet to share it with people. I’m happy about that. I really appreciate your kind words! (Crushes scouter in left hand)

[@hardcorehardware361]

@@ErockOnTech Only way for you to make the video make sense is to just show people how you use your HTPC. I would personally like to see your loungroom Gaming setup, just curious to see what you're running. I've got mine hooked up to a 65" 4k TV, wireless keyboard and mouse and a side table on wheels where I have my flight stick and racing wheel that I can wheel out if I feel like using them for Flight Sim and Forza. -i3 10105F -MSI B460M Bazooka -2x 8gb Corsair Vengeance LPX 3200mhz CL16 running at 2666mhz CL16 -Gigabyte Windforce RTX2070 Super 8gb -NZXT CS 650w PSU -Samsung 970 EVO 250gb NVME Boot -Crucial BX500 480gb Games Storage Drive i3 workes perfectly fine but I'm waiting to snag a 10900K to replace the i3 when I can get one cheap enough. Thanks for the chate mate, appreciate it.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@hardcorehardware361 Anytime! I also appreciate you! One day, I'll do a full setup video.

[@gageous8306]

I love my Tron PC, my Harley Quinn Mini ITX, and now I'm working on how to customize the HP Elitedesk 800 mini that I just rebuilt for less than $100 and turned into a retro emulation console.

[@ErockOnTech]

Wow! All of that sounds amazing! Did you see my Super Mario PC? Also, join my discord and share some pics! I would love to see those PCs!!

[@gageous8306]

@@ErockOnTech I did see it. You've seen my tron pc on Twitter.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@gageous8306 oh yes I remember now! I’m terribly sorry. My apologies! Phenomenal looking PC!

[@gageous8306]

@@ErockOnTech no worries, people have slept since then.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@gageous8306 Lol yes this is true.

[@MaliEndz]

I used to be a console guy back in the day, got my 1st pc in 2017 and never regretted it. As a matter in fact im currently building a new one

[@ErockOnTech]

Awesome! What are you building?

[@MaliEndz]

@@ErockOnTech built a 1440p monster. I have Ryzen 5700x processor, rx 6700xt gpu (wanted 6800xt but didnt have the extra funds at the moment) water cooling for cpu, 700watt psu. I love how nice my build came out I finished it off with rgb 32gb ram ddr4

[@ErockOnTech]

@@MaliEndz Awesome! Sounds great!

[@rickmens6110]

thanks for this. I was deciding between getting a ps5 or graphics card for my 11th gen pc and this video has helped make the decision easier for me. Can't be paying for ps5 plus that money can buy more games on pc plus i can get more free games or pc amidst other benefits. I just wish gpu prices will come down just a lil bit. Thanks so much for this love your channel as honest as possible.

[@ErockOnTech]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I truly appreciate it! I’m always happy to help! With the announcement of the new cards next week, I expect prices to fall a little more. Watch closely to the market! What GPU are you considering?

[@rickmens6110]

@@ErockOnTech a 3080

[@awesomeaxel1]

@@rickmens6110 Do yourself a favor and make sure that you fully research what upgrades you may need to run a higher end gpu like a 3080 at its full potential. Alot of time when people first switch to PC gaming they're under the impression that just buying the highest end card they can afford is all they need to worry about, but that is far from the truth. For one instance, running a lower end CPU paired with a higher end card like a 3080 will cause a CPU bottleneck, which pretty much negates the whole reason for having a higher end GPU... There are many other factors that effect performance as well, at the end of the day it's basically a balancing act between your components. Just make sure you do your research and understand what you need, to get the performance you want.

[@rickmens6110]

@@awesomeaxel1 okay thanks for the heads up. I have a 750watts psu and an 11700k cpu and I use an aio too. Will i have issues?

[@awesomeaxel1]

@@rickmens6110 No problem, your CPU will most likely be fine in terms of bottleneck and would probably be best suited for a 1440p resolution monitor. Depending on what 3080 card you go for you may want to look into a 850w PSU. For example, I have the ROG Strix 12gb 3080 in my current build and it's so power hungry it requires at least an 850w PSU and 3, 8 pin connectors.

[@MrKsan05]

You are very talented at building PC's and have inspired me for when i do get a PC, I will build it as a Batman PC. I'm a big Batman fan because of all the times his body has been broken and he is still strong willed and keeps moving forward. What a great idea, your channel just gave me, thanks for a great video.

[@ErockOnTech]

No problem! I’m happy you enjoyed it! I love Batman as well! He was my favorite superhero growing up! I still love his character.

[@1917MSC]

I'd say I will probably stick to Console for gaming in the future. XSS is my first gaming console, and to be honest, I'm satisfied with how smooth it is to run most games at 60fps 1080p. PC DIY market is crazy these years with those soaring gpu prices. I upgraded my gpu from rx480 to rx6600, and the result did not quite live up to my expectations, and I had to force myself to upgrade my cpu as well. Second-hand consoles are fine but second-hand gpu, that's another story, who knows if it is a battle-hardened mining gpu.

[@mattbog2057]

If youre fine with 60 fps 1080p then rx6600 should be more than enough for that. It can pretty much run most games at 60 fps/1080 so not sure how it didnt live up to your expectations. Of course it depends on your other componnets as well such as cpu but r5 5600 goes with it well and its a cheap cpu.

[@1917MSC]

@@mattbog2057 :"didn't live up to my expectations" means certain games on PC are not really well optimized. Take AC origin and Odyssey for example, r5 3500x paired with rx6600 didn't perform very well and drops below 60 fps in city areas. In COD COLD WAR ZOMBIE Outbreak mode, fps drops severely when fighting against hordes especially, fps gets worse with HD texture pack installed.

[@ErockOnTech]

Well as long as you’re happy with your console, then that’s really all that matters. But the Xbox Series S is cheap and that’s great but it’s also the weakest gaming option available. Well, except for the switch. The series S has been criticized recently for only running newer games at 30 fps. In my opinion, that’s unacceptable. You complain about AC, which is notoriously difficult to run, dipping below 60 fps. But you praise a console that literally only runs some games at 30 fps. But like I said, as long as you’re happy.

[@1917MSC]

@@ErockOnTech I sold XSS and bought XSX if it is not for Cold War. To me, XSS being a AC launcher at 60fps is enough, don't care some other games at 30fps.My advice is: Don't ever buy a mining gpu unless it is really cheap. Use that money for something better.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@1917MSC I mean I agree. I wouldn’t advise buying a mining GPU either. But there are many other second hand GPUs that were not used for mining.

[@iocsparkfire00]

It's renting vs owning you can do as much renovations you want for PC and play online all you like and when something goes wrong you have to buy new parts vs paying for a console paying a fee to play and whenever something goes wrong they do the repairs

[@JJFlores197]

lmao. If your console is out of warranty, they're not going to do the repairs for free.

[@yogabudiwidiantoro3762]

One of my favorite things on PC is top tier level of backward compatibility, you can play games from a very few years ago on PC, not just a native PC games, you can play older games from different consoles via emulator. I just build my PC with i5 gen 10th and RTX 3060, with that spec, it's very enough to run my games from Steam, Epic Games Store, and EA App, also playing my favourite PS2 games via PCSX2 and run smoother and better than my own PS2 slim lol.

[@ErockOnTech]

Emulation is huge on PC. We can even emulate PS3 and Nintendo Switch. It’s quite impressive.

[@CentralFloridaCoasters]

WE HAVE THE SAME PARTS! XD

[@ErockOnTech]

@@CentralFloridaCoasters really? That’s awesome!

[@Edmundostudios]

For me personally I like having the consoles and PC. It is expensive but games are a big thing for me.

[@ErockOnTech]

If you can afford it all, then sure why not? It’s the best option.

[@YuniorGamboa]

I switch to PC about a year ago and I truly think I made a crucial choice in my life when it comes to my favorite hobby. With PC Gamepass, PS exclusives coming in, and games always at discount There is no better time to go with the ultimate machine for gaming.!!

[@ErockOnTech]

I agree 100%! It really is the best time to be on PC. I was thinking about this not too long ago. There really was a time when console gaming made the most sense. But today, in 2022, that’s no longer the case.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@PCGAMINGISDOGSHIT Not you again.

[@erockbrox8484]

The problem that I have with the PC vs Console debate are the following: - It really depends on your PC setup. If your PC lacks a graphics card or its an older PC, it may not be better than console. - Is it true that you can build a better PC than any console, yes. Yes, you can make a PC more powerful than any console. And if you do own such a PC then YES your gaming rig is better than console. - Playing on a PC is like playing the game on the developers computer. Of course its going to look and respond better. Your playing the game on the most ideal machine there is. So PC blows console away here. - Ease of use. Console takes the cake here. You just put in the game and its guaranteed to work. You can't beat that. PC's will always be more complicated to set up and run and operate. - In my opinion, console is for the everyday person. My friends sister can go buy a PS5 and put in a game and have fun, but she doesn't know how to build a gaming PC. So gaming PC's are the special case where if you really want the superior experience and want to feel like your playing the game on the developers computer, then PC is the way to go. - In my mind, a PC is the machine you use to MAKE the game. A console is where you publish your game for the mass market. - There is this debate one which one is better. Let me make it clear there is no debate, you can make your PC 100 times better than a console so of course it will be better on PC than console. But this only counts if you have a bad ass gaming PC. I have a 10 year old laptop and I promise that my laptop is NOT better than console. - I like consoles for the ease of use, the specific game libraries, and because I prefer a controller compared to a keyboard and mouse as well as the user interface and all of the other traits a console has to offer. - I like having a bad ass gaming PC because you can do basically anything you want on it and its a beast and can run almost anything.

[@ErockOnTech]

Yeah PC is amazing but it’s not for everyone. Everyone’s situation is completely different. I recognize that.

[@felixbenitez6169]

Oh look another arrogant speech from a PC Gamer. These kinds of debates are meaningless because they both have a place in our lives. PC perhaps much more powerful and versatile than Console. But nobody cares if the machine is powerful or not. What real gamers care about is play the game. So it doesn't matter how and where you play the game. All that matters is that you are playing the game. And having a powerful machine does not make you a Master Race. You are still a flesh and blood being with no real power.

[@kreapys8096]

Actually some people do care about getting the ultimate performance. Don’t gatekeep being a gamer. There is no such thing as a “real” gamer. That definition varies broadly among people. Nobody has the right to claim one definition as the true definition.

[@CollinLutz-p9e]

I have no idea why you would waste money on a console when you can buy a pc that can do much more.

[@Cheekyconnermonkey]

Well with pcs you can upgrade and make it faster. With consoles you can’t as they prevent you from upgrading and opening the console to upgrade. Except PlayStation 5 you can up grade the ssd n.v2 but that all you can do. 😂😊pc is for me.

[@ErockOnTech]

Well said!

[@Theoreme.de.Gudule]

Not trying to answer the hole question, buy in terms of home management, having one less device is generally a good idea.

[@GreyDireWolf]

One thing that has me put off sometimes by pc gaming is bad ports. Some of These developers really treat pc gamers like dirtbags and do the bare minumum. Get ready to deal with stutters, crashed, bugs

[@ErockOnTech]

This is true for sure and it certainly does suck. However, thankfully, ports are getting better. For example, Spiderman was a great port. And the bugs it had were quickly fixed. Nixxes updated the game almost weekly until it was about perfect. Plus, often times, mods can help as well. But I agree we have a ways to go still. That’s why it’s important to get more people on PC. The bigger the PC community is, the more developers will realize the audience the platform has.

[@masitraproductions977]

This is so important yet nobody mentions it. My PC gaming experience has been pretty awful tbh, bugs, FPS drops choppy gameplay. Meanwhile the series x runs everything flawlessly.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@masitraproductions977 What is your PC hardware?

[@masitraproductions977]

@@ErockOnTech 5600G 16gb 3200 ram, RTX2060, Tomahawk max b450 mobo

[@ErockOnTech]

@@masitraproductions977 it’s just comes down to optimization. You have to figure out the settings that work best for your system on a game. The difference is that developers have done that for you on a console.

[@alzearafat]

I love PC gaming because of emulation, RTS/4X and indies. For AAA games, I prefer to play on console (My Xbox Series X).

[@ErockOnTech]

Emulation is great!

[@rickmens6110]

you forgot to add that you can use any controller of your choice or ultimately a mouse and keyboard haha

[@ErockOnTech]

Yes! You are 100% right! I use my Elite Series 2 controller.

[@The1Music2MyEars]

Epic games says hello. They force you to use an xbox controller

[@ErockOnTech]

@@The1Music2MyEars What do you mean? You can use mouse and keyboard on games in their launcher.

[@The1Music2MyEars]

@@ErockOnTech I mean if you want to use a gamepad on games on Epic games, you have to either run Steam running Epic or just use an xbox controller

[@ErockOnTech]

@@The1Music2MyEars oh I see. That’s not an issue for me because I love my Xbox controller and only use that controller. But I understand your frustration. If someone wants to use a different controller, then that would be annoying.

[@kimosan132]

I’ve been mostly console but since I build my 1st pc 2 yrs ago I haven’t looked back, pc gaming ever since

[@ErockOnTech]

Same here. Except I’m a little over 3 years now. PC is way better.

[@J.Vedits1]

PCs are expensive but also cheap

[@ErockOnTech]

Lol.

[@Marko-ij4vy]

They seem more expensive at first because you pay more money at once but in the long term (span of 5+ years) they are actually cheaper in total due to cheaper games and free online.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@Marko-ij4vy Well said!

[@rickmens6110]

and anyway thank you for showing me green man gaming, love their offers!!

[@ErockOnTech]

I’m happy to share. I love their site.

[@TonariusG]

The only people who argue console over PC have never had a quality PC.

[@ChrisRaptisMGS_Greece]

Man of culture🍷

[@rewpertcone8243]

Yeah becuase they cost a shit load of money??? Not everyone can afford a 1k pc

[@ChrisRaptisMGS_Greece]

@@rewpertcone8243 more like 600 but still more is better wouldn’t you know

[@rewpertcone8243]

@@ChrisRaptisMGS_Greece a $600 pc cannot run modern games at the same speed as a ps5

[@ChrisRaptisMGS_Greece]

@@rewpertcone8243 it really depends on your country but. Just lower your settings the PS5 has high textures many of it's settings to medium and low/mid draw distance.just do that🤷‍♂️

[@somebody69747]

So I watched some videos on pc vs console and have to say this is the best one I found! As a console gamer after watching this I'm realizing I can literally do everything it can and even more on pc. I love modding and stuff and to get a mod for a playstation game you have to wait like a few years time and sometimes like 5 years. Guess I'm getting a pc for the next gen XD. Thanks for the video man you explained it really well.

[@anarchistdrift1114]

Pc is way better

[@ErockOnTech]

I agree!

[@mctutlenugget5123]

I might be getting a pc for Christmas and I want to switch badly but I’m sad that I’m going to be leaving all of my memories and everything that I’ve had for the past 10 years but I think it will be worth it

[@ErockOnTech]

I understand your concerns completely. I had the same concerns. But really it’s no different than getting a new console. Also, all new games are basically cross play now and cross gen. Also, Discord works on consoles and PC. So really, everything is integrated now.

[@TortoRacoon]

I understand the advantages, but I wouldn't put the price as one because a PC with the same capabilities of a console is substantially more expensive. If I am wrong, I would like to be told so with the link to an amazon or online store because that is the main thing that keeps me away from going back to PC, I spent a lot in mine and what I needed to make it run the games I wanted to play was higher from just buying an Xbox One (the features you talk in the video of "having a pc" such as making a resume, watch Netflix, etc. you don't need a Gaming PC to do all of that, and PC to do so is actually very cheap, making it able to play games is what sucks the green paper out your wallet). I know this depends on preferences but sometimes you don't want any of that and just want to play games without having spend a fortune.

[@ErockOnTech]

It also depends on what you want in your gaming experience. If you have to have 4K, then it’s going to be expensive. If you are ok with 1440p or 1080p, then that will save you a lot of money. My biggest issue with consoles are the limitations. If you want more, there is nothing you can do it. If you want less, there is nothing you can do about it. You are stuck with what they give you. That’s not always a good thing. Look at the Xbox one X. Great opportunity for consoles to take advantage and fully master 1080p 60 fps. But instead, they tried to do 4K. That resulted in a 30 FPS experience on almost all games. 30 fps is unacceptable. I’ll entertain arguments about not seeing a difference between 100 fps and 90 fps. But there is most certainly a difference between 30 fps and 60 fps. Now with “next gen” consoles, we still have games releasing with 30 FPS. It’s not as often thankfully, but still it’s ridiculous when it happens. PC is full control.

[@TortoRacoon]

@@ErockOnTech Fair enough. I don't think you were mistaken in most of your points, and I didn't come to defend consoles, I was just getting everything together to decide wether I should go back to PC. Thank you for the video

[@ErockOnTech]

No problem! Thank you for the civil conversation.

[@THECOOKIEMONSTA2025]

I unhooked my xbox one x from my 4k tv, and hooked my amd 3700x with a rx6700xt pc up to it. Still game with controllers but much better now.

[@ErockOnTech]

I use my PC on my 4K tv also. I also use controller. I love it. No shame.

[@maxvasconcelos01]

*Insert angry comment* lol great job on this video man. I wish I would have videos like this sooner put in front of me because I would have switched to full PC gaming a long time ago. Grateful I did when I did though! It's been amazing. Also, congrats on the first sponsor! Keep crushing it.

[@ErockOnTech]

Lol. Thank you man. I agree! We needed videos like this back in the day. I’m happy we both switched when we did! It’s been amazing!

[@omarionrobinson4020]

Man, I’ve been PC gaming since 2012 and have enjoyed over 12 years of endless support for PC gaming. Back then, you had a few hundred PC players, but now a-days, you have thousands of people making the switch because they see all of these advantages that PC offers.

[@omarionrobinson4020]

Just like everyone else, I started out console gaming. My last console was a PS3 in 2013.

[@josephjroy6593]

Couch multiplaying. Sport games are still top sellers for consoles.

[@ErockOnTech]

Couch co op is almost dead on console. It’s been dying for years. Also, you can connect your PC to a tv just like a console. You can use a controller just like a console. I know because that’s what I do. It works and plays great. Sports games are available on PC. Who cares where they sell better? Not sure how that’s relevant at all.

[@logangagnier8937]

had my ps5 for 6+ months and thinking of selling it and my xbox one s (hopefully around 700 together) and building a pc. still gonna have to spend 400-500 but i feel it’s worth it in the long run not having to pay $100 a year for ps plus and $70 a game

[@ErockOnTech]

Yes I agree. It’ll be an adjustment. It might not feel right at first but give it time. You can still use your favorite controller.

[@logangagnier8937]

@@ErockOnTech i’ve actually always preferred playing fps games on mouse and keyboard and being able to plug in a controller for story games is perfect. hoping to make the switch in the next few months :) just trying to figure out the right build and seeing if gpu prices keep falling a little

[@ErockOnTech]

@@logangagnier8937 feel free to join the Discord and ask for suggestions. Many hands make light work.

[@krushnamistry1870]

Only problem with pc is you can't sell your games as you would in ps5 with physical disc that way one can save a lot of money

[@Marko-ij4vy]

For me xbox game pass solves this issue. The game I pay full price are usually the games I want to keep forever. If its a game that I wont ever turn on again after finishing its campaign then I usually play it on gamepass which is only 10 bucks and its essentially like renting a game and paying significantly less and save a lot more money because if I bought ps5 game for 70 and then sell it lets say for 50 then I still saved more on xbox game pass.

[@ErockOnTech]

I do agree that physical games on a console right now are pretty cheap.

[@baconboi37]

As a person who has owned an xbox 360,ps3 and a ps4 they worked out all fine but then i saved up for 4 years for a 2.5k dollar gaming pc wit a 7900 XT and i can say this is miles better

[@SeeThruSmoke]

W Dragonball Fan 🔥 🔥..I have a ps5 so I’ll wait till next generation (10th Gen) to get into PC gaming…

[@ErockOnTech]

I love Dragonball! Let’s go!

[@Wilko396]

I think that the reason so many people buy consoles is because they find it difficult to justify the initial price to get a computer that can run the games at a stable fps. People like the low price and ease of use and setup of a console, many people probably wouldn’t want to build a pc. However, I understand the points in this video. I think that at the end of the day it comes down to personal preference.

[@ErockOnTech]

That is what it’s really about. Personal preference. What does a person want? I’ll admit, PC may be better, but it’s not for everyone.

[@nicosuave3249]

Sick video! Preach to the Master PC Race Erock!

[@ErockOnTech]

Haha thank you!! PC forever! Lol 😂

[@timothygreene6437]

I use both. Some games are better played on one vs. the other depending on the game.

[@dlocktrends9703]

I really appreciate this bro

[@ErockOnTech]

Awesome! I’m happy to hear that!

[@maxdeen1298]

You did good job by mentioning the first bad thing on console, im a console guy and here's a subscribe for you

[@adk4986]

As a Console player with a series x currently, Im definetly going to buy a PC in the next 2 years

[@ErockOnTech]

Good decision. Let me know if you need any help at all. I am more than happy to help you pick parts and get up and running.

[@adk4986]

@@ErockOnTech thank you

[@adk4986]

@@ErockOnTech Ive already Built a Concept online, With a Ryzen 7 4700x, Rtx 3070 and 32Gb 16x2 3200mhz Ram. From what i know that will be a Very decent Build, it would cost me around £1500

[@ErockOnTech]

@@adk4986 yeah that’s a great starter build for a fair price. I like it.

[@yonniesboy]

Thank for your video.. now I have a gaming laptop but I was thinking about taking it back and get a gaming desktop because with a gaming laptop your pretty much stuck vs a gaming desktop you can upgrade it to your likening .. what’s your opinion on that ? .. thanks in advance

[@ErockOnTech]

I think at the end of the day, everyone really needs both to some extent. But I also understand that’s a lot of money. So if you can only pick one, I personally prefer a desktop. The reason why is because it’s more powerful and like you said it allows you to upgrade it. But you do give up the portability. So it depends on your lifestyle.

[@muralikrishna5729]

Good Job! U r good at laying the points without offending any side....

[@muralikrishna5729]

That's pretty hard to do actually...

[@ErockOnTech]

Thank you. I do my best.

[@Fred-hp1cl]

Congrats on the sponsor! PC > Consoles

[@ErockOnTech]

Thank you!!

[@MindplexLekker17]

One of the main reasons I play on PC and not console is PC exclusives. Some of my favorite games in recent years: Project Zomboid, Factorio, Satisfactory, Cities: Skylines (available on consoles, but without mods and mouse controls) are PC exclusives, and can remain exclusives forever. And Nintendo Switch emulators exist on PC if you don't mind piracy.

[@DeltaBugles]

The console experience dwarfs PC in both value and convenience. Arguably the most important aspects for most gamers. When you’re gaming on your sofa, you don’t need to be able to build a resume or write code… you’re there to game. No the performance is not as good, but it’s 70-90% identical, in some cases faster, and a hell of a lot cheaper. “PC is cheaper over time”. For some people, maybe, but the way the pricing is trending for PC parts and especially GPU’s, I’m not so sure. Sony charging $70 for games is annoying af tho

[@ErockOnTech]

Lol.. ok

[@bilbobaggins7527]

I platinumed Spider-Man on my PS4 Pro and then again on my PS5 with the Miles Morales deluxe edition. I will wait for Spider-Man's PC release to drop in price like I did with Days Gone and Zero Dawn both of which I bought steam keys for via a reputable on-line retailer...for less than $17 CAN.

[@ErockOnTech]

Good strategy! I’m loving Spider-Man Remastered right now! Its such a good game! I’m excited for miles morales as well!

[@7stringguitarplayer]

to me one of the biggest benefits is the sheer amount of games you can play on PC. from modern gaming to all the way back to the DOS era in the 80s and 90s with dosbox. plus all the games that are abandonware that you can play since your not just limited to games that are currently marketed and supported by publishers and developers like you would be on consoles.

[@Marko-ij4vy]

yeah I dont need to worry about backward compatibilty on pc and can easily play 20+ years old games. Ps5 cant even play games from ps1,2,3. I grew up on ps2 and none of those games I already own can be played on ps5.

[@alexandros1173]

Repair should also be noted as one of the reasons. If your computer breaks down, it's easier to repair it, you just replace the broken part, compared to a console. You can't do it on the console as they don't sell parts and the only way is to take it to service, which is for a few years.

[@SamJustSaying]

wow, you and your wifes pc's are amazing ! Great video thank you

[@ErockOnTech]

Thank you! Very kind of you to say!

[@Wooksley]

I never once owned a console in my life and I’ve been gaming on pc for like 25 years. Let me tell you the main issues with PCs in my opinion: 1. It’s pricey if you want a decent experience and downright expensive if you want high-end stuff. I spent 3 grand on my current rig compared to 500 bucks for PS5. 2. Prebuilt market is a pile of garbage and it takes knowledge and effort to build it yourself. Preferably you have a friend who can do it for you or guide you through it. 3. You have to jump through hoops to play on a couch. It can be done but keyboards aren’t really designed for it and you have to mess around with somehow connecting it to the tv, or streaming the output of a pc to a tv. 4. Sometimes something just borks and you have to fix it yourself, which typically involves a lot of googling. It doesn’t just work.

[@ErockOnTech]

That is a fair summary of the issues for PC. I would slightly change points 3 and 4. For point 3, it’s not hard at all to connect a PC to a TV. You simply connect the HDMI cable from the GPU to the tv. It’s exactly like a console in that matter. As for the couch part, well, that depends on your preference for input. I use a Xbox controller. It’s wireless. It works flawlessly. It’s just like when I used it on the Xbox. But if you prefer mouse and keyboard, then yes I agree. Couch gaming is massive pain. As for point number 4, I agree it doesn’t just work. It’s not as simple as a console. This is correct. However, as with all things, the more issues you fix, the better you’ll be. What I mean is, eventually, a user will just know the right settings to change, when to change those settings, and how to fix various problems. Eventually, a user can fully learn how to properly optimize and tune his/her PC to run near flawless. The issue here is time and effort. The user will have to be willing to learn. Consoles are so locked down that a user has no control. So it has to work out of the box. You’re completely right about the prebuilt industry. My goodness, those PCs are bad.

[@Wooksley]

@@ErockOnTech well, couch gaming could be as simple as that if your pc is physically near your TV, but that’s not what I was referring to. I’ve got my tv in a separate room and I’ve had to set up another pc low power PC near my TV, install KODI on it and set up steam to stream the output of my main pc to my TV over Ethernet. It’s a bit of a mess, honestly. And I don’t think that’s an uncommon problem.

[@ErockOnTech]

@@Wooksley but if you want your PC on your tv, why not just move your PC next to your TV? Is it because of looks? You could also just build a small form factor PC with enough power to play the games you want on the couch. This PC could be dedicated for the tv for those times you want to play games on the couch. That’s how a console works. The console is next to the tv. Am I missing something? Maybe I’ve misunderstood. I just don’t quite understand why you’re complaining about a PC not connecting to a tv as simply as a console. But a console requires you to place it next to the tv. But you don’t want to do that with your PC. It doesn’t seem like a fair criticism to me.

[@BibekGhosh88]

I'm a guy with simple taste... I see someone spitting actual facts, I subscribe them... well done👍