How Much Does A PC Weigh? [Gaming PC Weight]

You might not expect a PC to weigh much. However, a gaming PC can be as heavy as 36 Kg (80 lbs.) or more. Of course, the weight of the PC varies from one to another. A normal daily-use PC is much lighter than a gaming PC. You can find PCs weighing as low as 9 Kg (20 lbs.). All that matters is the components that are placed inside the PC. They are the ones that determine the real weight of your PC.

Key Takeaways

• Gaming PCs tend to weigh more than usual due to factors like their build, casing, GPUs, customization, and cooling system.
• The PC components have different weights, including the motherboard, GPU, PSU, RAM, SSD, and hard drives.
• A PC without a GPU is much lighter than a PC with a GPU.

Why Does A Gaming PC Build Weigh More?

If you have ever encountered a gaming PC, you must have noticed that its tower weighed more than usual PCs. There are many reasons why a gaming PC weighs more than office and daily use PCs. Mentioned below are some of the most common reasons why.

The Overall PC Build

The overall PC build says a lot about its weight. If you have bought a budget PC, it is most likely to have lightweight components as they are built that way. However, a high–end PC will be equipped with top-notch PC components which hold much weight because of the materials of their build; they are strong and are meant to endure whatever tasks that come ahead of them as smoothly as possible. This is what gives gamers great performance.

The Computer Case

Gaming PCs often have fancy cases with different designs and patterns. Not only that, but they also have tempered glass. What adds more weight is the size of the case. The case is supposed to fit all the gaming PC’s components. The more components of the PC, the larger the case, resulting in more weight added to the PC.

GPU

GPUs tend to add a significant amount of weight to your PC. A full-fledged gaming PC can have more than one GPU in it. As GPUs are released, they tend to have more weight than previously. That happens due to improved material quality and additions to the GPU to give a better gaming experience. Nevertheless, the GPU or GPUs put much weight on your PC.

PC Customization

Who does not want their gaming set-up to stand out? The PCs can now be customized by adding different colored RGB and LED lights. As mentioned before, customization can also help you get a fancy computer case. Despite giving your whole set-up a unique look, these customizations contribute greatly to the overall PC weight. For a customization guide you can read our article “Explained: How To Connect RGB Fans To Motherboard.”

PC Coolers

Gaming PCs are loaded with components that process data much more quickly. All the processing requires much power, which causes the components to heat up. Therefore, gamers tend to install several fans in their computer case to eliminate the risk of damaging their components through overheating.

Moreover, high-end builds often have a water–cooling system with multiple wires and pipes leading the water. These cooling systems add weight to your PC more than you think.

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Weights Of Individual PC Parts

The weights of the components of the PC vary with each other. The purpose they’ve been built for plays a big role in their weight. Below are mentioned the average weights of PC components in both pounds and kilograms

PC Tower

The weight of the computer case varies with the use it has been made for. If the case is designed for gaming, it may come with fans and be bigger. Fancy computer cases may be made of tempered glass and have RGB lighting inside them.

On the other hand, budget PC cases may be simple. The weight of the PC cases entirely depends on these factors. If the purpose of the PC is to save power, then it may use lighter-weighing components. Here is the average weight of PC cases depending on their type.

	High-end PC Case	Mid-End PC Case	Budget PC Case
Weight in Pounds	35 lbs.	27 lbs.	20 lbs.
Weight in Kg	15.8 Kg	12.2 Kg	9 Kg

Motherboard

Motherboards may appear lightweight, but their weight can range from 0.45 Kg (1 lb.) to 1.5 Kg (3.3 lbs.). The weight of the motherboard has a lot to do with its features and how long it has been out. A motherboard’s weight may vary depending on how it’s built.

There are many circuits on the motherboard to which you have to attach your PC components so that they can run. The higher the number of input/output sockets and slots for components, the more the motherboard will weigh.

Processor

CPUs do not contribute much to your PC’s weight. They only weigh a couple of grams which is not much. The most surprising part is that they have only gotten lighter than before. On average, processors’ weight is usually from 42 grams (0.1 lbs.) to 85 grams (0.2 lbs.)

Also Read: How To Lower GPU Temperature? [Ultimate Guide]

GPU

The weight of the GPU varies from model to model. The overall manufacturing materials, fans, and manufacturer play a big role in deducing its weight. The weight of the GPU may also vary with its quality. A better quality, high-end GPU will be built with the best materials, which may add to the weight.

On the other hand, a mid-end GPU and a budget GPU will be lighter. The weight of a high-end GPU can be as much as 1.5 Kg (3.3 lbs.), which is as much as the weight of the motherboard. A mid-end GPU’s weight may lie around 0.6 Kg (1.3 lbs.). However, a budget GPU’s average weight can be as low as 0.18 Kg (0.4 lbs.).

Do PCs Without GPU Weigh Considerably Less?

Many people may not put in an entirely other GPU and choose to use the integrated GPU with most PC processors. This is not a bad choice, but this surely raises the question of whether not having another GPU significantly affects the weight of the PC tower.

As mentioned above, the weight of the GPU lies somewhere around 1.5 Kg to 0.18 Kg. To answer the question, the PC’s weight may be around 4.5 Kg to 13.6 Kg (10 lbs. to 30 lbs.). This leads us to conclude that, yes, without a GPU, you may notice a significant reduction in your PC tower’s weight.

PSU

The main thing that generally determines the weight of a PSU is the amount of power it supplies. The better-built quality and high power supply, the heavier it is. The weight also varies with the size and the manufacturer of the PSU.

Low power supply and budget PSU may weigh around 1.13 Kg (2.5 lbs.). As you’ll go higher to a higher power-supplying high-end PSU, you’ll be able to find that it can weigh as much as 2 Kg (5 lbs.). You can also read our article “How To Check Insufficient Power Supply” to spot any ongoing issues in your PSU.

RAM

RAMs are also one of those components which are of little weight. Of course, if you put more than 1 stick, the weight will add up. The RAM’s weight varies with the manufacturing material, quality, and manufacturer. The latest RAM sticks seem to be heavier due to the additions that have been made to them.

You can find the newer RAM sticks with pre-installed RGB to enhance your build’s overall look. Depending on the type of RAM and factors mentioned above, the weight of your RAM may range from 28 grams (0.06 lbs.) to 127 grams (0.28 lbs.).

Hard Drive

The hard drives weight entirely depends on their storage capacity. A 4 TB hard drive weighs around 0.69 Kg (1.53 lbs.). You can find higher storage capacity on external hard drives, which can be as high as 26 TB! However, as you go to lesser storage hard drives, a 500 GB hard drive can weigh as low as 0.4 Kg (0.9 lbs.).

SSD

SSDs are the better option to increase your storage capacity now. They are way less in weight than hard drives. They can also hold a higher storage capacity than a hard drive. The weight of an SSD varies with brand, build quality, and storage capacity. A 2.5 SSD weighs as low as 30 grams (0.06 lbs.) and goes up to 70 grams (0.15 lbs.).

Conclusion

This was everything you needed to know about how much a PC weighs. The PC’s weight depends on many factors and varies with the components installed in the case. If you are trying to look up accurate results on how much your component weighs, it is best to search it online, and you will most likely find it. You can also take a rough measure using the averages we have provided based on several factors.