A home theatre system is worthwhile for 1440p gaming when room-filling sound and shared lounge play matter. It does not help the PC render at that resolution or reach a higher frame rate. The supplied factpacks do not verify a complete theatre package, so current audio-format and connection support need checking.
Build picture and sound separately
Choose the games, visual preset and frame-rate target. The Palit RTX 5060 8GB graphics card is a verified reference at R4,800 for a compatible desktop. Test current game requirements and pair it with a suitable CPU, PSU, memory and case. A single GPU cannot guarantee performance across every title.
The ASUS TUF VG27AQM5A QHD 300Hz monitor is a verified 1440p display reference at R5,900. Its refresh rate suits a desk more naturally than a sofa setup, so compare viewing distance and screen size before choosing the room layout. For compact audio, the Logitech Z407 speaker system is verified at R1,404.
A theatre system needs compatible HDMI or audio outputs, supported formats, sensible speaker placement and neighbour-aware volume. Test lip-sync, dialogue clarity and game-chat routing. Keep speaker cables away from walkways and avoid placing a subwoofer where it shakes storage devices. Buy surround sound for immersion after the PC and display meet the visual target; otherwise, start with clear compact speakers and learn what the room lacks.
Building a 1440p gaming room? > Compare verified PCs, displays and compact speakers with Evetech around the seating plan.