How Do You Choose Between PS5 and High-End PC for Gaming?

For me, if a game is a console exclusive, that’s where I play it. Otherwise, I jump on PC every time. PC just gives you more bang for your buck and typically better graphics and FPS these days.

Mods are a huge draw for me. Playing on my couch with the console is nice, but on PC I get mods, free online play, easier multitasking with browser/chat windows, and my preferred mouse and keyboard setup. The couch experience rarely beats that unless the game really calls for it.

Sometimes I pick the console version if the PC one suffers from stuttering or bugs, like I’ve noticed with Hogwarts Legacy or Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty. But usually, a beast PC like yours will run games much better, so it’s more about picking whatever runs smoothest on a case-by-case basis.

I play games needing precise reflexes like soulslikes on PS5 for the controller feel, but I do most turn-based RPGs and anything without exclusives on PC. The controller on PC works too if you want that feel without switching devices.

I totally get that some games feel better with a controller, so I use a controller on PC for those games. But if the game doesn’t support your controller natively (like Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC with a PS controller), sometimes you have to mod or mess around to make it work. Still worth it to play on PC though, in my opinion.

Honestly, with a powerhouse PC like yours, I’d stick mostly to it unless you want to play a PS5 exclusive or multiplayer with friends who are on console. PC generally offers better performance and more flexibility, so unless you’re craving exclusives or the couch comfort, PC wins for me.