I'm amazed someone in this thread is equating the ability to make or own a better PC with being a better than average gamer.

The two are completely separate skill sets.

A fantastic performance car mechanic and owner is a great mechanic. They are not automatically considered to be even a average race car driver.

Play your FPS arms race meta game. Just dont fool yourself into thinking it makes you a gamer of any note until you prove yourself able to use the equipment well.