Built with intent — designed around your workload.

Custom PCs built for how you actually use them.

Elevate your build

Built to order using quality components from known brands—engineered for stability, thermals, and clean execution over hype.

No purchase required — start with a recommendation.
Stability-first decisions
Parts and tuning chosen to stay consistent under real load.
Small-batch builds
Built to order—no assembly-line volume targets.
Known brands
Components selected for reliability, thermals, and long-term use.
Verified before delivery
Validated under load so you can start strong.
Why Stratos

Why Stratos is different

Most builders optimize for volume—mass-produced configurations, generic parts lists, and rushed assembly. Stratos is built around quality: fit-first recommendations, clean execution, and verification before the system reaches you.

Not mass production

Every build is planned around your use case. No “one config fits everyone,” no rushed volume builds.

Fit-first recommendations

Your budget goes to what matters: performance targets, thermals, noise goals, and longevity — not hype.

Clean execution

Intentional layout, airflow, and cable routing — a premium look with serviceability in mind.

Verified stability

Thermals and stability are validated under load so the system feels solid from day one.

Built with proven components

Quality parts from established, trusted brands—selected for reliability, thermals, and long-term performance.

Transparent process

Recommendation → quote → build → verification. No mystery steps. No confusing bundles.

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Decision framework

How we decide what to build

We don’t start with parts lists. We start with how the system will actually be used.

Workload first

Gaming, content creation, professional work—each requires different priorities. We design around the real purpose.

Thermals & airflow

Cooling and airflow are chosen early to ensure consistent performance under sustained load.

Noise & efficiency

Fan behavior, component pairing, and power delivery are balanced for quiet, stable operation.

Longevity & headroom

Sensible overhead so systems age well and remain upgrade-friendly.

What we don’t do

Clarity
  • We don’t mass-produce systems
  • We don’t rush builds to hit volume targets
  • We don’t recommend parts you don’t need
  • We don’t optimize for marketing specs over real performance

Fewer builds. Higher standards. Zero shortcuts.

What happens next

Simple
1. Submit
Tell us your goals.
2. Recommend
Direction + quote.
3. Approve
Nothing moves until you’re ready.
4. Build
Assemble + verify.
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What you get

What you get

More than just a PC — a system planned, built, and verified with intent.

  • Fit-first recommendation based on how you actually use your PC
  • Transparent quote before anything moves forward
  • Clean, intentional assembly with airflow and serviceability in mind
  • Stability and thermal verification before delivery
  • Quality components from trusted brands chosen for reliability
  • Configuration guidance so you understand what you’re getting
  • Post-build support for questions and next steps
  • Upgrade planning when you’re ready down the line
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About

About Stratos Systems

Stratos Systems was built around a simple belief: the right PC should feel intentional — not rushed, generic, or overhyped.

Background

Stratos Systems grew out of hands-on experience building, upgrading, and troubleshooting systems for real people with real needs — from everyday productivity machines to high-performance workstations.

Over time, a consistent pattern emerged: many systems were built around specs and marketing claims rather than how they were actually used. Performance on paper didn’t always translate to stability, efficiency, or longevity in practice.

Stratos Systems exists to close that gap — by designing systems around workload, priorities, and long-term reliability instead of one-size-fits-all configurations.

How Stratos builds differently

Every system starts with understanding how it will be used — whether for gaming, content creation, or professional workloads — and designing around that purpose.

Decisions prioritize airflow, thermals, clean layout, and long-term stability. A system isn’t finished until it’s something we would confidently run ourselves.

No mass production. No shortcuts. Just builds done properly.

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Fit

Not for everyone

Stratos Systems isn’t focused on mass-produced or lowest-price builds. We work with people who care about stability, clean execution, and long-term reliability.

Reviews

Reviews

Verified customer feedback will appear here as it becomes available.

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Social

See more builds

Occasional build photos, progress shots, and behind-the-scenes updates.

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What we optimize for

Stability under loadBuilt to last, not just boot.
We focus on predictable performance during real sessions—gaming, streaming, creation—so the system stays consistent over time.
Thermals and acousticsCooler, quieter, more reliable.
Airflow and cooling are engineered as part of the build, not an afterthought—helping components run efficiently and quietly.
Clean presentationIntentional layout and wiring.
We build with a clean internal layout and cable management to support airflow, serviceability, and a premium finish.

Nothing is finalized until you approve the direction.

Starting Points

Build Profiles

Four reference profiles to help you pick a direction. Not fixed part lists—final configurations are tailored to your workload and availability.

Starting $1,200–$1,800 Request this build →
Intermediate $1,900–$2,800 Request this build →
High Performance $3,000–$4,500 Request this build →
Exotic $5,000–$8,000+ Request this build →
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Previously built PCs

Engineered with quality components and built to last.

A small sample of past systems—named builds with clean execution.
All systems shown are real builds. Images have been lightly edited for presentation.

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Nebula Forge PC build

Nebula Forge

Built for: High-refresh-rate gaming
Focus: Performance, airflow efficiency, reliability Nebula Forge is tuned for fast, responsive gameplay with an emphasis on strong airflow and component longevity. Every part is selected to maintain consistent performance under load while keeping thermals in check and the overall build clean and purposeful.

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Aether Pulse PC build

Aether Pulse

Built for: 4K gaming and streaming
Focus: Thermal stability, low noise, sustained performance Built around a liquid-cooled configuration designed to handle demanding, high-resolution gameplay without thermal spikes. Aether Pulse prioritizes consistent performance, controlled acoustics, and clean internal presentation during long sessions.

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Vertex Arc PC build

Vertex Arc

Built for: Daily productivity and gaming
Focus: Balance, quiet operation, long-term reliability Vertex Arc is designed for users who split their time between work and play. Its liquid-cooled layout emphasizes stable performance, low noise, and dependable operation across mixed workloads without unnecessary complexity.

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How We Build

A clear approach

Philosophy, standards, and process—kept simple and transparent.

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Our Work

Proof of execution

Browse previous systems by intent—clean builds without the noise.

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Build the right PC

Answer a few questions and Build Your PC that fits your workload and priorities.

Build the Right PC

Start with a recommendation—not a parts list.

Tell us how you’ll use the system. We’ll point you toward the right direction for stability, thermals, and long-term reliability.

No purchase required — the quiz is just a starting point.
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Real systems, behind-the-scenes build work, and completed showcases. If you want to see what we’re working on, follow along.

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