- PC Gaming is projected to grow by 35% in 2025 to nearly $44.5 billion despite inflation and tariffs.
- Windows 11 hardware requirements are causing a surge in new hardware purchases.
- Over 100 million gamers are estimated to require a new CPU to be compatible with Windows 11.
With the Xbox Series X now costing as much as $800, PC Gaming is definitely the most viable option, with the added benefit of having the biggest catalog for gaming, both old and new.
The PC Gaming market has experienced unprecedented growth recently. A recent study indicates that this market is projected to grow by a significant 35% in 2025, reaching an estimated $44.5 billion.
Why it matters: The era of gaming consoles is slowly coming to an end, thanks to anti-consumer practices by major corporations. As such, PC has become the most consumer-friendly option for gamers, evidenced by this report.
Jon Peddie Research compiled a five-year projection for PC hardware. In 2025, the market is expected to grow by 35% to $44.5 billion, accounting for desktops and notebooks, DIY systems, and peripherals/accessories.
A 35% growth is tremendous considering how inflation and tariffs have adversely affected gamers’ ability to upgrade or buy new PCs or other hardware. However, the actual reason for this growth is quite different.
With Microsoft ending support for Windows 10 and making Windows 11 mandatory, compatible hardware is now required.
A senior analyst at Jon Peddie Research states that over 100 million gamers require a CPU upgrade to migrate to Windows 11. With new CPU requirements, RAM and GPU upgrades naturally follow.
Additionally, the report reflects the buying habits of most PC gamers today.
We are observing that most PC gamers are simply buying new pre-built systems.
For console players who will move towards PC Gaming, pre-built PCs are the most feasible option.
Furthermore, the same study reveals that the entry-level PC Gaming market is expected to decline over the next five years. The projected loss is 13% of the PC Gaming population, and this includes 10 million players who will leave the PC Gaming market entirely and switch to other platforms. However, some of them are also expected to upgrade to expensive PC builds.
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Shaheer is currently pursuing a Business degree while also working as a part-time Content Writer. With his deep passion for both writing and video games, he has seamlessly transitioned into a role as a Journalist. Over the past two years, Shaheer has contributed as a freelancer to various websites and landed positions on acclaimed platforms like Gamerant. Currently, his role at Tech4gamers is as a Features Writer, but he also covers News occasionally. Shaheer’s favorite gaming franchises are Assassin’s Creed and the God of War series.
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