Get into PC gaming without the stress, made even easier as trusted pre-built iBUYPOWER rigs drop their prices before Memorial Day

I maintain that pre-built gaming PCs are the perfect introduction to desktops, whether you've grown up as a console gamer or otherwise missed out on PC gaming altogether. iBUYPOWER's name has practically always appeared in searches around the topic, and I've recently had my own meddling fingers on one of its high-end rigs, so I can definitely attest to their build quality.

The good news is that, in an early recognition of Memorial Day (and running until May 26), iBUYPOWER is now offering discounts on its "RDY" pre-built and customizable desktop gaming PCs via coupon code MEMORIAL — triggering discounts ranging from $50 to $350 off, depending on your choice of PC. Alternatively, if you verify military status via ID.me, you can activate an 8% discount on iBUYPOWER PCs — but this doesn't stack with the MEMORIAL code.

• $350 OFF RDY Prebuilts & Custom Desktops over $3499
• $250 OFF RDY Prebuilts & Custom Desktops over $2499
• $150 OFF RDY Prebuilts & Custom Desktops over $1499
• $50 OFF RDY Prebuilts & Custom Desktops over $999

Cheapest pre-built gaming PC

CODE: MEMORIAL

Save 14% ($200)

iBUYPOWER RDY Scale B05 (Core Ultra 225F, RTX 5060, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD): was $1,399 now $1,199 at iBUYPOWER.com

$1,249 without the MEMORIAL code, this is the entry point for newcomers and anyone else on a budget who wants to upgrade later. Built-in Wi-Fi and a bundled keyboard & mouse make this an incredibly easy starting point.

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Featured pre-built deals

CODE: MEMORIAL

Save 21% ($400)

iBUYPOWER RDY Slate 8MP R01 (Ryzen 7 9700X, RX 9060 XT, 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD): was $1,949 now $1,549 at iBUYPOWER.com

$1,699 without the extra discount, this is when you start getting into serious gaming. If you're unsure what to buy (or are nervous about game performance) and you have the cash to spare, start here.

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CODE: MEMORIAL

Save 17% ($400)

iBUYPOWER RDY Element 9 Pro R07 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D, RX 9070 XT, 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD): was $2,349 now $1,949 at iBUYPOWER.com

$2,099 without code MEMORIAL, and don't let the CPU generation drop fool you, the 7800X3D is a champion in PC gaming. Paired with the 9070 XT and 32GB of RAM, this is when you get into the "it runs anything" territory.

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CODE: MEMORIAL

Save 16% ($450)

iBUYPOWER RDY Trace X R01 (Ryzen 7 9800X3D, RX 9070 XT, 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD): was $2,799 now $2,349 at iBUYPOWER.com

$2,599 for the regular discount or $2,349 with MEMORIAL, this is the high-end rig I've tested in person. Really want to treat yourself? This is the all-out pick for anything and everything, even outside of gaming. It's a heavy beast.

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Are iBUYPOWER pre-built PCs trustworthy?

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It's a valid question, especially if you've seen the endless offerings across the web all claiming to have the same level of care and quality. Thankfully, I have tested iBUYPOWER's RDY Trace X R01, and mostly used the opportunity to inspect the brand's attention to detail and build quality. From shipping to setup, I had no major concerns or problems with the PC, and it was up and running in games within an hour.

You have to install the graphics card (GPU) yourself on most iBUYPOWER pre-built gaming PCs, but it's arguably one of the easiest components to work with. That, and you get a clear, unmissable guide attached to the PC's side panel when you open it up. Honestly, it really isn't anything to worry about, and I came away quite impressed. Sure, I made some of my own tweaks to the case fan layout, but that's the tinkerer in me. None of that is essential work.

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