Console or PC: which is more profitable in 2025

For many gamers, the question is always relevant: what is better - a game console or a computer? Each platform has its own advantages and disadvantages, which significantly affect the quality of the gaming experience. About what is more profitable to buy in 2025, read in the material "Izvestia".

PC or console: what is more profitable in 2025

The choice between a console and a PC depends on many factors: from the user's requirements to graphics settings and interface usability to the ability to run old projects or play certain exclusives. However, when budgets are tight, one of the main criteria may be the cost of the platform.

In 2025, the cost of Sony PlayStation 5 console at official retailers varies from 60 to 90 thousand rubles, depending on the presence of a disk drive, the amount of internal memory, gamepad in the kit and other factors. PlayStation 5 Pro will cost more expensive - prices for such a console start from 120 thousand rubles. On marketplaces you can find more favorable offers, but it is important to purchase equipment only from sellers who have confirmed their status to avoid fraud. Prices for PlayStation 4 in stores start from Br44 thousand, and on online platforms - from Br30 thousand.

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Xbox console will cost about the same amount: for the last generation model, Series S, the gamer will have to give from 40 to 60 thousand rubles, while the new Series X will cost from 65 to 120 thousand rubles, depending on the configuration.

To play on the console will also require a monitor or TV supporting 4K resolution. Prices for them start at 20 thousand rubles.

With personal gaming computers everything is a little more complicated. The cost of a ready-made system unit ranges from 50 to 200 thousand rubles. The price is affected by the filling: video card, processor, internal memory, etc. The newer and more powerful components, the more expensive the hardware. At the same time for a comfortable passage of modern games at high graphics settings of 60 fps and above requires a powerful "hardware", so save money most likely will not work.

Self-assembly of a gaming computer will also cost a lot. The purchase of components and all necessary accessories (monitor, headphones, mouse, speakers, etc.) can take from 100 to 260 thousand rubles. If the budget is limited, and the game at high settings is not crucial, you can settle in 80-150 thousand rubles.

Advantages of the console in 2025

Game consoles have a number of advantages that make them attractive to users of different generations. One of the main advantages of this platform is the ease of use. PlayStation and Xbox practically do not require any customization, it will be enough to connect them to the Internet and create a player account.

In addition, games for consoles are initially created for a certain software, so they work much more stable than copies for PC. If the project is available in the application store PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store or as a disk, then it will definitely run on the device. In this case, you do not have to reconfigure drivers, reinstall the operating system and make other manipulations, which often have to deal with computer owners.

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For consoles, a whole line of exclusive games are released, which are not available on PC or ported there much later. At the same time, the quality of adaptation of a console project for PC often leaves much to be desired, as all the internal mechanics of the game are designed for gamepad control. However, the opposite is also true - PC projects are not always successfully ported to consoles.

Another advantage of consoles is the ability to purchase physical copies of games, which will continue to work even if their digital versions are removed from app stores or online services are blocked.

Advantages of PCs in 2025

Personal computers require more monetary and time investments, but they give the gamer more options. This primarily relates to performance. Flagship processors and graphics cards allow you to run the latest games at maximum graphics settings without losing frame rate and "freezes". In turn, the console is a kind of compromise between price and quality, which allows you to enjoy new projects, but not always "to the fullest".

Another undeniable advantage of the PC is the space for various upgrades. In most cases, the user can easily install a new graphics card, hard disk, SSD and other components to provide the perfect gaming experience.

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PCs win out in terms of backwards compatibility as well. No console can run the entire lineup of games from its manufacturing company, whereas a PC can run almost any game ever released on a PC if desired. However, some projects may require the installation of additional programs and tools.

In addition, PC-gamers are available to PC-gamers various mods that allow you to change the content of locations, appearance of characters, add new story quests, etc. If you have the appropriate program in a copy of the game for the computer can also add Russian subtitles or voiceovers, if for some reason the developer decided not to include them. In the case of console games, modifications of in-game content are practically impossible.

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