When should I choose a console over a graphics card upgrade? | Ask an expert

For some people, it can make sense to switch platforms for gaming.

Q: When should I choose a console over a graphics card upgrade? I’m having a horrible time getting my hands on a new graphics card.

A: This very question can set off firestorms of debate among PC gamers. But sometimes, it does make sense to choose a console as an alternative—or at least, a short-term response to current component shortages.

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