How to Choose a Gaming PC for 1080p Gaming
1080p remains the most popular gaming resolution in the UK, and you don't need a top-end PC to get a great experience at it. Here's what actually matters when choosing a 1080p gaming PC.
1. Graphics card matters most
The GPU has the biggest impact on your frame rates at 1080p. As a rough guide:
- Entry-level (RX 570/580): smooth esports and older AAA titles — see the WebTro-GPB0495 or WebTro-GPB0494.
- Mid-range (RX 6600/6600 XT): strong 1080p in modern titles — see the WebTro Hype White or WebTro-GPB0493.
- Upper mid-range (RX 6700 XT/RTX 3070): high settings at 1080p with headroom for 1440p — see the WebTro-GPB0492 or WebTro-0333.
2. Don't bottleneck your GPU with a weak CPU
All WebTro gaming PCs pair the GPU with a balanced Ryzen CPU, so you won't run into a mismatch where the processor holds back the graphics card.
3. 16GB RAM is the sensible minimum
Every gaming PC in our range includes at least 16GB of DDR4 RAM, which is enough for current games plus background apps like Discord or a browser.
4. An SSD is essential, NVMe is better
All our gaming PCs use SSD storage for fast load times. Our higher-tier builds, like the WebTro-0333, use NVMe Gen4 SSDs for even faster performance.
5. Match your monitor to your PC
If you're gaming at 1080p with a 100Hz+ monitor, a mid-range GPU like the RX 6600 XT or RX 6700 XT will let you make full use of the higher refresh rate in most titles.
Quick recommendation by budget
For a full price-by-price breakdown, see our guide to the Best Gaming PCs Under £500, £700 and £900.
FAQs
What GPU do I need for smooth 1080p gaming?
An RX 580 or better will handle most titles at 1080p. For high settings in newer, more demanding games, look at the RX 6600 XT or above.
Is 16GB RAM enough for gaming in 2026?
Yes, 16GB is currently the sensible standard for gaming and everyday multitasking.
Should I buy an NVMe SSD or is a regular SSD fine?
A regular SSD is fine for gaming load times. NVMe is faster but the difference is most noticeable in storage-heavy workloads rather than frame rates.