For prebuilt gaming desktops, a few companies are reliable and widely available. Dell's Alienware division produces solid if sometimes pricey PCs that have a fan following. Asus's Republic of Gamers line hits the midrange and high-end markets with good machines. Acer's Predator line is also good, and HP's Omen models have their adherents.

The holiday shopping season is just around the corner, and if you can't wait until Black Friday to upgrade your gaming desktop, you can save big now on brands like Alienware, HP Omen, and Lenovo.

At $449.99, this HP Victus Black Friday deal at Best Buy lets you dive into high-quality gaming at nearly half the regular price. With plenty of power, a high-refresh-rate display, and solid graphics, it’s a steal worth grabbing while it’s still in stock.