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Best $1800 PC Build for Counter-Strike 2 (2026)

A balanced $1800 gaming PC tuned for Counter-Strike 2 at 1440p. Built around the RTX 4070 for roughly 380 FPS at 1440p.

Build summary

Estimated total

$1,264

Expected performance

380 FPS @ 1440p

Recommended Parts List

ComponentPartPriceBuy
Graphics CardRTX 4070~$550 (estimated)
CPUAMD Ryzen 7 7700$230View
MotherboardBiostar B650MT-E PRO$104
MemoryKingston Savage 32 GB (4x8GB DDR4-2400)$65
Storage2 TB NVMe SSD~$140 (estimated)
Power SupplyRosewill PHOTON-850 850W$68
CaseRazer Tomahawk ATX$60
CPU CoolerThermalright Frozen Warframe 240 SE ARGB$48
Total$1,264

6 of 8 parts priced from our live catalog; remaining parts show typical market estimates. Prices and availability update automatically.

Why This Build for Counter-Strike 2

At the $1800 budget, the RTX 4070 is the best-performing graphics card that clears a smooth 60 FPS floor in Counter-Strike 2 at 1440p without blowing the budget — our data has it averaging 380 FPS. The rest of the build is balanced around it so the GPU is never bottlenecked at this resolution.

Memory, storage, and the power supply are sized for headroom, so this is a platform you can upgrade later rather than replace. Want more frames or higher settings? Compare the other budget tiers below.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best $1800 PC build for Counter-Strike 2 in 2026?
Our recommended $1800 build pairs the RTX 4070 with a balanced CPU, 1440p-ready memory, and storage. It targets 380 FPS in Counter-Strike 2 at 1440p and comes in around $1264 at current prices.
How many FPS will this $1800 build get in Counter-Strike 2?
Based on our benchmark and community data, the RTX 4070 in this build averages about 380 FPS in Counter-Strike 2 at 1440p. Enabling DLSS or FSR can push frame rates higher.
Can I upgrade this $1800 Counter-Strike 2 build later?
Yes. The motherboard and power supply are chosen with headroom so you can drop in a faster GPU or add storage and memory down the road without replacing the whole platform.
Are these Counter-Strike 2 build prices live?
GPU and most component prices are pulled from our live catalog and update automatically. Where a live listing isn't available we show a typical market estimate so the total stays realistic.

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