Real comparison next gen vs. PC

[Serious_frusting]

superchunk said:

Here's a better one I think. $592 Still more powerful than both consoles but closer in price.

CPU: Intel i5 ivy bridge $180
MOBO: MSI Z77A LGA1155 $104 (includes free 8GB RAM)
RAM: Crucial 8GB DDR3 1600 $0
GPU: Sapphire HD7850 1GB GDDR5 $140
PSU - ANTEC 650W $70
DVD - ASUS DVD burner $17 (unsure if I even need this, let alone a BR drive)
HDD - WD 500GB 7800RPM SATA 6Gb/s $60
Case - Gigabyte steel case $21

Mouse/keyboard/speakers. optional (controller)

Also you have to factor in the cost of windows. (If you are doing everything by the book)

 

Well the PS4 will be more value for money out the box when compared with the PC.

 

Also the PS4 will get Sony games. (PC will not) One of the big drawbacks.  Also most of your "Casual" friends will be playing on consoles and not PC.