Buying Guide
The Best AMD Ryzen 7 Gaming PCs
Five AMD Ryzen 7 gaming PCs on AM5, from RTX 5060 to RX 9060, each with its CPU, graphics, memory and storage named.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
Ryzen 7 covers several generations. These five use AM5 chips (7700, 8700F and 9700-series), which pair with DDR5 and leave room for a later CPU upgrade.
We compared the parts each listing names: CPU, graphics card and VRAM, memory, storage and, where stated, the power supply and warranty. We did not test these systems, and we skipped listings that leave a core part vague.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
White Build
LXZ Prebuilt Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, RTX 5060)
A white case.
Best for: Matching a white desk setup.
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RTX 4060 Pick
MSI Aegis ZS (Ryzen 7 7700, RTX 4060 8GB)
An RTX 4060 with 8GB of VRAM.
Best for: 1080p gaming.
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Worth Considering
KOTIN Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, RTX 5060 Ti 8GB)
Inside the KOTIN 8700F RTX 5060 Ti are a Ryzen 7 8700F and an RTX 5060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM, backed by 16GB of DDR5 and 1TB of SSD storage.
Best for: Buyers who want a rtx 5060 ti graphics card.
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RX 9060 Pick
iBUYPOWER Slate (Ryzen 7 9700F, Radeon RX 9060 8GB)
An RX 9060 with 8GB of VRAM.
Best for: 1080p gaming.
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Well-Rounded Choice
CyberPowerPC Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, RTX 5060 Ti 8GB)
CyberPowerPC 8700F RTX 5060 Ti pairs a Ryzen 7 8700F with an RTX 5060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM, plus 16GB of DDR5 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for: Buyers who want a rtx 5060 ti graphics card.
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Our Picks
White Build1 of 5
LXZ Prebuilt Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, RTX 5060) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The LXZ 8700F RTX 5060 build pairs a Ryzen 7 8700F, an RTX 5060 with 8GB of VRAM, 16GB of DDR5 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- Matching a white desk setup.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p.
Why we like it
It also comes with a white Dreamer case with a tempered glass side. The power supply is rated at 650W. You get an RTX 5060 graphics card here, which sets it apart from the CyberPowerPC 8700F RTX 5060 Ti and its an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card.
It shares a ryzen 7 8700F processor with the KOTIN 8700F RTX 5060 Ti and CyberPowerPC 8700F RTX 5060 Ti; the Slate RX 9060 goes with a ryzen 7 9700F processor. Check the LXZ 8700F RTX 5060's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want. The 650W power supply is the stated figure; check its connectors before a later GPU upgrade.
With 16GB installed, check for free memory slots before adding more. It cost the least of the 5 picks at the time of writing, with the Aegis ZS RTX 4060 the next step up.
Key dimensions & specs
- Graphics card: RTX 5060
- VRAM: 8GB
- Processor: Ryzen 7 8700F
- Memory: 16GB
- Memory type: DDR5
- SSD: 1TB
- Power supply: 650W
- Case colour: White
Pros
- A RTX 5060 graphics card
- A 650W power supply
- White Dreamer case with a tempered glass side
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
- 16GB of RAM is enough for games but tight alongside streaming or editing
RTX 4060 Pick2 of 5
MSI Aegis ZS (Ryzen 7 7700, RTX 4060 8GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Inside the Aegis ZS RTX 4060 are a Ryzen 7 7700 and an RTX 4060 with 8GB of VRAM, backed by 16GB of DDR5 and 1TB of SSD storage.
Best for
- 1080p gaming.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p.
Why we like it
It also comes with an AM5 platform with Wi-Fi 6E. Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. No other pick in this guide offers an RTX 4060 graphics card; compare the Slate RX 9060, which has an RX 9060 graphics card.
No other pick in this guide offers a ryzen 7 7700 processor; compare the Slate RX 9060, which has a ryzen 7 9700F processor. Check the Aegis ZS RTX 4060's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want. With 16GB installed, check for free memory slots before adding more.
On price it sat second of 5, between the cheaper LXZ 8700F RTX 5060 and the pricier KOTIN 8700F RTX 5060 Ti, at the time of writing. The maker doesn't give its power supply wattage; if that figure matters, the LXZ 8700F RTX 5060 offers 650W.
Key dimensions & specs
- Graphics card: RTX 4060
- VRAM: 8GB
- Processor: Ryzen 7 7700
- Memory: 16GB
- Memory type: DDR5
- SSD: 1TB
Pros
- A RTX 4060 graphics card
- AM5 platform with Wi-Fi 6E
- Ryzen 7 7700 processor, the only one here
- An RTX 4060 with 8GB of VRAM
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
- 16GB of RAM is enough for games but tight alongside streaming or editing
- Costs more than the LXZ 8700F RTX 5060 at the time of writing
Worth Considering3 of 5
KOTIN Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, RTX 5060 Ti 8GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Inside the KOTIN 8700F RTX 5060 Ti are a Ryzen 7 8700F and an RTX 5060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM, backed by 16GB of DDR5 and 1TB of SSD storage.
Best for
- Buyers who want a rtx 5060 ti graphics card.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p.
Why we like it
The power supply is rated at 650W (80 Plus Gold). It shares an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card with the CyberPowerPC 8700F RTX 5060 Ti; the LXZ 8700F RTX 5060 goes with an RTX 5060 graphics card. It shares a ryzen 7 8700F processor with the LXZ 8700F RTX 5060 and CyberPowerPC 8700F RTX 5060 Ti; the Slate RX 9060 goes with a ryzen 7 9700F processor.
Check the KOTIN 8700F RTX 5060 Ti's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want. The 650W power supply is the stated figure; check its connectors before a later GPU upgrade. With 16GB installed, check for free memory slots before adding more.
At 8GB of VRAM, 1080p is the comfortable target for new games. When we checked, only the Aegis ZS RTX 4060 and cheaper picks cost less, and the Slate RX 9060 cost more.
Key dimensions & specs
- Graphics card: RTX 5060 Ti
- VRAM: 8GB
- Processor: Ryzen 7 8700F
- Memory: 16GB
- Memory type: DDR5
- SSD: 1TB
- Power supply: 650W
- PSU rating: 80 Plus Gold
- Warranty: 1 year limited
Pros
- A RTX 5060 Ti graphics card
- A 650W power supply
- An 80 Plus Gold power supply
- Eight-core Ryzen 7 8700F on AM5
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
- 16GB of RAM is enough for games but tight alongside streaming or editing
- Costs more than the LXZ 8700F RTX 5060 at the time of writing
RX 9060 Pick4 of 5
iBUYPOWER Slate (Ryzen 7 9700F, Radeon RX 9060 8GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Slate RX 9060 build pairs a Ryzen 7 9700F, an RX 9060 with 8GB of VRAM, 16GB of DDR5-4800 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- 1080p gaming.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p.
Why we like it
Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. An RX 9060 graphics card is unique to it among these picks, while the Aegis ZS RTX 4060 uses an RTX 4060 graphics card. A ryzen 7 9700F processor is unique to it among these picks, while the Aegis ZS RTX 4060 uses a ryzen 7 7700 processor.
You get a DDR5-4800 memory type here, which sets it apart from the CyberPowerPC 8700F RTX 5060 Ti and its a DDR5 memory type. Check the Slate RX 9060's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want. With 16GB installed, check for free memory slots before adding more.
At 8GB of VRAM, 1080p is the comfortable target for new games. If you want a confirmed power supply wattage, look to the LXZ 8700F RTX 5060 instead: it offers 650W, while this one gives no figure.
Key dimensions & specs
- Graphics card: RX 9060
- VRAM: 8GB
- Processor: Ryzen 7 9700F
- Memory: 16GB
- Memory type: DDR5-4800
- SSD: 1TB
Pros
- A RX 9060 graphics card
- Zen 5 Ryzen 7 9700F
- Ryzen 7 9700F processor, the only one here
- DDR5-4800 memory type, the only one here
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
- 16GB of RAM is enough for games but tight alongside streaming or editing
- Costs more than the LXZ 8700F RTX 5060 at the time of writing
Well-Rounded Choice5 of 5
CyberPowerPC Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, RTX 5060 Ti 8GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
CyberPowerPC 8700F RTX 5060 Ti pairs a Ryzen 7 8700F with an RTX 5060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM, plus 16GB of DDR5 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- Buyers who want a rtx 5060 ti graphics card.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p.
Why we like it
It also comes with a PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. Like the KOTIN 8700F RTX 5060 Ti, it has an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card, while the Slate RX 9060 uses an RX 9060 graphics card.
Like the LXZ 8700F RTX 5060 and KOTIN 8700F RTX 5060 Ti, it has a ryzen 7 8700F processor, while the Aegis ZS RTX 4060 uses a ryzen 7 7700 processor. Check the CyberPowerPC 8700F RTX 5060 Ti's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want. With 16GB installed, check for free memory slots before adding more.
It was the most expensive pick when we checked, so weigh what it adds over the Slate RX 9060. If VRAM is your priority, the LXZ 8700F RTX 5060 (8GB) is the stronger choice.
Key dimensions & specs
- Graphics card: RTX 5060 Ti
- VRAM: 8GB
- Processor: Ryzen 7 8700F
- Memory: 16GB
- Memory type: DDR5
- SSD: 1TB
- Warranty: 1 year parts and labor
Pros
- A RTX 5060 Ti graphics card
- PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
- 16GB of DDR5 memory
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
- 16GB of RAM is enough for games but tight alongside streaming or editing
- Costs more than the LXZ 8700F RTX 5060 at the time of writing
How We Chose These AMD Ryzen 7 Gaming PCs
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- Price and warranty
- We compared prices at the time of writing and the warranty terms each listing states.
- Stated parts
- We included only listings that name the CPU, the GPU with its VRAM, the RAM and the SSD capacity.
- Balance
- We compared how the CPU, memory and storage match the graphics card's class.
- Power and upgrades
- We recorded PSU wattage and rating where listed, which decides later GPU upgrades.
What to Look for in an AMD Ryzen 7 Gaming PC
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Pair a sensible processor
A current six- or eight-core CPU is enough for most games. X3D chips with extra cache help at high frame rates, while older or unnamed CPUs are a warning sign in a listing.
Start with the graphics card
The GPU decides gaming performance more than any other part. Match it to your monitor: an RTX 5060 class card suits 1080p, an RTX 5070 suits 1440p, and 4K high-refresh play needs an RTX 5080 or above.
Check the VRAM figure too; 8GB cards can need lower texture settings in newer games.
Check memory and storage
16GB of RAM runs games; 32GB leaves room for streaming, browsers and editing. A 1TB SSD holds a handful of large games, so plan for a second drive if you keep a big library.
Look for a named power supply
A listing that states wattage and an 80 Plus rating is easier to trust and to upgrade later. When a listing is silent, ask before buying.
Trust specific listings
Prefer listings that name every part: CPU model, GPU model and VRAM, RAM, SSD and PSU. Vague terms like "Core i7" or "brand may vary" leave room for weaker parts.
Read the warranty terms
Prebuilt warranties vary from one year of parts and labor to three years. Check who handles repairs and whether shipping is covered.
How to Choose an AMD Ryzen 7 Gaming PC
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Matching a white desk setup | LXZ 8700F RTX 5060 | A white case |
| 1080p gaming | Aegis ZS RTX 4060 | An RTX 4060 with 8GB of VRAM |
| 1080p gaming | Slate RX 9060 | An RX 9060 with 8GB of VRAM |
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Key specs side by side
Figures as each maker states them.
| Prebuilt PC | Graphics card | VRAM | Processor | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LXZ 8700F RTX 5060 | RTX 5060 | 8GB | Ryzen 7 8700F | 16GB |
| Aegis ZS RTX 4060 | RTX 4060 | 8GB | Ryzen 7 7700 | 16GB |
| KOTIN 8700F RTX 5060 Ti | RTX 5060 Ti | 8GB | Ryzen 7 8700F | 16GB |
| Slate RX 9060 | RX 9060 | 8GB | Ryzen 7 9700F | 16GB |
| CyberPowerPC 8700F RTX 5060 Ti | RTX 5060 Ti | 8GB | Ryzen 7 8700F | 16GB |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I upgrade a prebuilt later?
Usually. Check the power supply wattage and connectors, the case's GPU clearance and free RAM slots before buying a part.
Do prebuilt PCs come with extra software?
Some do. Check the product page for trial software, and remove what you do not need after setup.
What does "brand may vary" mean in a listing?
The builder may ship an equivalent part from a different maker. The model and capacity should match; ask the seller if it matters to you.
Is 16GB of RAM enough for gaming?
For most games, yes. 32GB helps when you stream, keep many browser tabs open or edit video alongside gaming.
How much VRAM do I need?
8GB works at 1080p with some texture compromises in newer games; 12GB to 16GB is more comfortable at 1440p and 4K.
Is a prebuilt cheaper than building a PC?
Sometimes. Prebuilts include Windows, assembly and a system warranty; building yourself can cost less but you handle part choices and support.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the LXZ 8700F RTX 5060, chosen for a white case. Look at the Aegis ZS RTX 4060 for an RTX 4060 with 8GB of VRAM and the Slate RX 9060 for an RX 9060 with 8GB of VRAM if those matter more to you.
An AM5 Ryzen 7 is enough CPU for any graphics card here; spend extra on the GPU.