This compact gaming PC comes with tons of horsepower and good looks, but it doesn't come without a hefty price tag.

For many PC gamers, building your own rig is one of the biggest thrills of foregoing consoles and going all-in on PCs. Even for the most diehard PC gaming fans out there, though, there are merits to going with a custom builder, particularly if you want to make sure you've got the cleanest look possible. That's particularly true if you're going to go small with a compact build.