About PC Builders Guide

I’m James Thompson. PC Builders Guide is where I share practical advice on choosing parts, building a gaming PC and making useful upgrades.

I enjoy the decisions that turn a pile of components into a useful PC: choosing a balanced platform, finding a case that’s easy to work in and getting the finished screen and controls set up comfortably. My component, cooling and desk-equipment experience runs through these guides.

You’ll find the parts I’d choose, why I’d choose them and the details worth paying attention to during assembly. The aim is to help you make a good choice and get on with the build.

The site covers new PC builds, component choices, assembly, upgrades, troubleshooting and peripherals. Shopping routes focus on the UK, while the general building advice is useful to readers elsewhere. Check local prices, warranties and retailer terms when shopping in another country.

Our aim is to help you buy a system that suits its intended job, including the less exciting parts and setup costs that a headline CPU or GPU recommendation can leave out.

I start with the job the PC needs to do, then choose parts that work well together. Manufacturer manuals help with exact fit and connections, and game tests help compare graphics and processor choices.

How I choose parts explains the approach. The affiliate disclosure explains how the site earns money.