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The best way to budget for gaming gear
Rounding it up
Gaming gear isn’t cheap but understanding how the market works and what you want can help you budget appropriately.
If you’re looking to invest in a gaming PC, building your own can be a way to lower costs and have fun.
Console systems are more affordable, but less customizable.
Budgeting for something doesn’t necessarily mean that you buy the most affordable option; it means planning ahead for what you’ll spend.
Dan Bucherer
Dan is a runner and writer living in the Washington, D.C. area, where he currently works for a financial services trade association as the Communications Director.
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