Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Is a $100 office PC still the ultimate budget gaming hack in 2026, or is it a one-way ticket to the recycling center?
With Windows 10 support officially in the rear-view mirror and new GPU prices hitting record highs, I bought a batch of "retired" business desktops to see if they can still hang. We’re testing the legendary Dell OptiPlex, HP Elite Desk, and Lenovo Think Centre lines to find out which ones are 1080p hidden gems and which ones are proprietary nightmares.
In this video, we cover:
The Windows 11 Compatibility Check: Which older CPUs (Intel 8th Gen+) actually make the cut in 2026.
The GPU Struggle: Finding low-profile cards like the RTX 3060 or RX 6600 that actually fit inside SFF cases.
Proprietary Pitfalls: Why some "cheap" PCs end up costing more in adapters and power supply upgrades.
Refurbished Dell OptiPlex 7080 (Intel 10th Gen):
ebay.co.uk/itm/178030218624?
ebay.co.uk/itm/298150553725?
HP EliteDesk 800 G6 SFF: ebay.co.uk/itm/357325790985?
Best Low Profile GPU (RTX 5060):
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US amzn.to/4tDKTh5
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Is a $100 office PC still the ultimate budget gaming hack in 2026, or is it a one-way ticket to the recycling center?
With Windows 10 support officially in the rear-view mirror and new GPU prices hitting record highs, I bought a batch of "retired" business desktops to see if they can still hang. We’re testing the legendary Dell OptiPlex, HP Elite Desk, and Lenovo Think Centre lines to find out which ones are 1080p hidden gems and which ones are proprietary nightmares.
In this video, we cover:
The Windows 11 Compatibility Check: Which older CPUs (Intel 8th Gen+) actually make the cut in 2026.
The GPU Struggle: Finding low-profile cards like the RTX 3060 or RX 6600 that actually fit inside SFF cases.
Proprietary Pitfalls: Why some "cheap" PCs end up costing more in adapters and power supply upgrades.
Refurbished Dell OptiPlex 7080 (Intel 10th Gen):
ebay.co.uk/itm/178030218624?
ebay.co.uk/itm/298150553725?
HP EliteDesk 800 G6 SFF: ebay.co.uk/itm/357325790985?
Best Low Profile GPU (RTX 5060):
UK amzn.to/4sZ82KT
US amzn.to/4tDKTh5
JOIN THE COMMUNITY:
Discord: discord.gg/PbZnFd83CU
#BudgetGaming #PCBuilding #RefurbishedPC #TechReviews #DellOptiplex #GamingPC2026 #UsedHardware
🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more:
youtube.com/user/Britec09?sub_confirmation=1
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🛍 Support me with your Amazon purchases:
UK amzn.to/3diZslY
US amzn.to/2OwZWux
Please note that as an Amazon Associate I earn a commission from any qualifying purchases that you may make through these links.
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❤️ Join Britec YouTube Members:
youtube.com/channel/UC_M-iWYpQbgo4rK1YfewI5w/join
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📃Watch related playlists and videos
🖥️youtube.com/user/Britec09/playlists
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📃Join us on DISCORD
🖥️: discord.gg/PbZnFd83CU
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👕Check out our merch:
teespring.com/en-GB/stores/britec-store
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🐦Follow and interact with me on Twitter:
twitter.com/Britec09
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✅Follow and interact with me on Facebook:
facebook.com/BritecComputers
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🎬 View my Website:
BritecComputers.co.uk
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⚠️ Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only! Everything shown here is based on my own experience and research. Please do your own research and follow at your own risk. I’m not responsible for any damage, loss, or injury that may occur.
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