Buying Guide
The Best Gaming PCs for Baldur's Gate 3
We weighed five gaming PCs on VRAM and memory; the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti has the most memory, and the AVGPC Mini-X costs the least.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
Baldur's Gate 3 is large, so storage and memory matter as much as the GPU. Every pick cost between $1,000 and $1,500 with 16GB or more of RAM, ordered by SSD size.
We ranked these gaming PCs on graphics card, VRAM and processor using manufacturer specifications; we did not test these gaming PCs ourselves, and where a maker leaves out memory type, we say so.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Largest SSD Capacity
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR (Core i5-14400F, RTX 5060 Ti 8GB)
The largest SSD capacity here (2TB).
Best for: Buyers who put SSD capacity first.
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Lowest Price Here
AVGPC Mini-X (Core i5-11400F, RTX 5060 8GB)
The cheapest way into this group, below the STORMCRAFT Sirius.
Best for: Keeping the budget tight.
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Also Consider
STORMCRAFT Sirius Gaming PC (Core i5-14400F, RTX 5060)
A current RTX 5060 near $1,100 at the time of writing.
Best for: Buyers who want current RTX 5060 near $1,100 at the time of writing.
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Strong Alternative
iBUYPOWER Scale (Core i5-14400F, RTX 4060 8GB)
DDR5 memory with RGB.
Best for: Buyers who want DDR5 memory with RGB.
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Most Memory
Prebuilt Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 3060 Ti 8GB)
The most memory here (32GB).
Best for: Buyers who put memory first.
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Our Picks
Largest SSD Capacity1 of 5
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR (Core i5-14400F, RTX 5060 Ti 8GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti build pairs a Core i5-14400F, an RTX 5060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM, 16GB of DDR5 and a 2TB SSD.
Best for
- Buyers who put SSD capacity first.
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 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD. Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. On memory it ties with the AVGPC Mini-X, the STORMCRAFT Sirius and the iBUYPOWER Scale at 16GB.
Nothing else here matches its 2TB SSD capacity; the AVGPC Mini-X comes closest at 1TB. An RTX 5060 Ti graphics card is unique to it among these picks, while the STORMCRAFT Sirius uses an RTX 5060 graphics card. It shares a core i5-14400F processor with the STORMCRAFT Sirius and iBUYPOWER Scale; the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti goes with a ryzen 7 5700X processor.
At our last price check it topped the group, with the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti the nearest cheaper option. If you want a confirmed power supply wattage, look to the AVGPC Mini-X instead: it offers 650W, while this one gives no figure.
Key dimensions & specs
- Graphics card: RTX 5060 Ti
- VRAM: 8GB
- Processor: Core i5-14400F
- Memory: 16GB
- Memory type: DDR5
- SSD: 2TB
- Warranty: 1 year parts and labor
Pros
- A RTX 5060 Ti graphics card
- A 2TB SSD
- 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD
- DDR5 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 AVGPC Mini-X at the time of writing
Lowest Price Here2 of 5
AVGPC Mini-X (Core i5-11400F, RTX 5060 8GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Inside the AVGPC Mini-X are a Core i5-11400F and an RTX 5060 with 8GB of VRAM, backed by 16GB of DDR4-3200 and 1TB of SSD storage.
Best for
- Keeping the budget tight.
Skip if
- Pass on it if 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440 rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
It also comes with a desktop RTX 5060 in a small case. The power supply is rated at 650W (80 Plus Gold). It matches the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti, the STORMCRAFT Sirius and the iBUYPOWER Scale on memory (16GB).
It matches the STORMCRAFT Sirius, the iBUYPOWER Scale and the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti on SSD capacity (1TB). Like the STORMCRAFT Sirius, it has an RTX 5060 graphics card, while the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti uses an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card. No other pick in this guide offers a core i5-11400F processor; compare the iBUYPOWER Scale, which has a core i5-14400F processor.
It undercut the STORMCRAFT Sirius and every other pick on price at the time of writing. The main gap: memory of 16GB, behind the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti (32GB). If that matters, the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti offers 32GB.
Key dimensions & specs
- Graphics card: RTX 5060
- VRAM: 8GB
- Processor: Core i5-11400F
- Memory: 16GB
- Memory type: DDR4-3200
- SSD: 1TB
- Power supply: 650W
- PSU rating: 80 Plus Gold
Pros
- A RTX 5060 graphics card
- A 650W power supply
- An 80 Plus Gold power supply
- Desktop RTX 5060 in a small case
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
- Memory of 16GB, behind the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti (32GB)
Also Consider3 of 5
STORMCRAFT Sirius Gaming PC (Core i5-14400F, RTX 5060) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
STORMCRAFT's Sirius is one of few listings in this range to name its PSU: 650W with 80 Plus Gold.
Best for
- Buyers who want current RTX 5060 near $1,100 at the time of writing.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p.
Why we like it
It pairs a Core i5-14400F with a current RTX 5060. On memory it ties with the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti, the AVGPC Mini-X and the iBUYPOWER Scale at 16GB. On SSD capacity it ties with the AVGPC Mini-X, the iBUYPOWER Scale and the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti at 1TB.
It shares an RTX 5060 graphics card with the AVGPC Mini-X; the iBUYPOWER Scale goes with an RTX 4060 graphics card. It shares a core i5-14400F processor with the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti and iBUYPOWER Scale; the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti goes with a ryzen 7 5700X processor. You get a DDR4 memory type here, which sets it apart from the iBUYPOWER Scale and its a DDR5-5200 memory type.
It also offers a current RTX 5060 near $1,100 at the time of writing. When we checked, only the AVGPC Mini-X cost less, and the iBUYPOWER Scale cost more.
Key dimensions & specs
- Graphics card: RTX 5060
- VRAM: 8GB
- Processor: Core i5-14400F
- Memory: 16GB
- Memory type: DDR4
- SSD: 1TB
- Power supply: 650W
- PSU rating: 80 Plus Gold
Pros
- A RTX 5060 graphics card
- A 650W power supply
- An 80 Plus Gold power supply
- Current RTX 5060 near $1,100 at the time of writing
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 AVGPC Mini-X at the time of writing
Strong Alternative4 of 5
iBUYPOWER Scale (Core i5-14400F, RTX 4060 8GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
iBUYPOWER's Scale pairs a Core i5-14400F with an RTX 4060 8GB and DDR5-5200 RGB memory.
Best for
- Buyers who want DDR5 memory with RGB.
Skip if
- Pass on it if 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440 rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
It suits 1080p play at a lower price than most RTX 5060 systems here. On memory it ties with the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti, the AVGPC Mini-X and the STORMCRAFT Sirius at 16GB. On SSD capacity it ties with the AVGPC Mini-X, the STORMCRAFT Sirius and the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti at 1TB.
You get an RTX 4060 graphics card here, which sets it apart from the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti and its an RTX 3060 Ti graphics card. It shares a core i5-14400F processor with the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti and STORMCRAFT Sirius; the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti goes with a ryzen 7 5700X processor. A DDR5-5200 memory type is unique to it among these picks, while the STORMCRAFT Sirius uses a DDR4 memory type.
It was priced above the STORMCRAFT Sirius and below the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti at the time of writing. It gives ground on memory, where the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti offers 32GB.
Key dimensions & specs
- Graphics card: RTX 4060
- VRAM: 8GB
- Processor: Core i5-14400F
- Memory: 16GB
- Memory type: DDR5-5200
- SSD: 1TB
Pros
- A RTX 4060 graphics card
- DDR5 memory with RGB
- 1TB SSD
- DDR5-5200 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
- Memory trails the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti (32GB)
Most Memory5 of 5
Prebuilt Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 3060 Ti 8GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
5700X RTX 3060 Ti pairs a Ryzen 7 5700X with an RTX 3060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM, plus 32GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- Buyers who put memory first.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: 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. Its 32GB memory is the most here; the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti comes next at 16GB. It matches the AVGPC Mini-X, the STORMCRAFT Sirius and the iBUYPOWER Scale on SSD capacity (1TB).
No other pick in this guide offers an RTX 3060 Ti graphics card; compare the STORMCRAFT Sirius, which has an RTX 5060 graphics card. No other pick in this guide offers a ryzen 7 5700X processor; compare the STORMCRAFT Sirius, which has a core i5-14400F processor. Check the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want.
At 8GB of VRAM, 1080p is the comfortable target for new games. The trade-off is VRAM; for more, the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti offers 8GB.
Key dimensions & specs
- Graphics card: RTX 3060 Ti
- VRAM: 8GB
- Processor: Ryzen 7 5700X
- Memory: 32GB
- SSD: 1TB
Pros
- A RTX 3060 Ti graphics card
- 32GB of RAM
- RTX 3060 Ti with 32GB of RAM
- Ryzen 7 5700X processor, the only one here
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
- SSD capacity trails the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti (2TB)
- Costs more than the AVGPC Mini-X at the time of writing
How We Chose These Gaming PCs for Baldur's Gate 3
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- How these picks were ranked
- We compared five prebuilt PCs on graphics card, VRAM, processor and memory from manufacturer specifications. We did not test them in-house.
- What every pick has in common
- All 5, from the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti to the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti, state graphics card, VRAM and processor.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The 5700X RTX 3060 Ti gives no memory type; the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti, the iBUYPOWER Scale and the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti give no power supply wattage.
- Price range
- From the AVGPC Mini-X to the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti, all sat in the $1000 to $1500 tier when we checked.
What to Look for in a Gaming PC for Baldur's Gate 3
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Memory across these picks
Here memory runs from 16GB on the iBUYPOWER Scale to 32GB on the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti. Start with the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti if memory decides it.
How much SSD capacity you need
Here SSD capacity runs from 1TB on the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti to 2TB on the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti. The Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti is the pick for SSD capacity.
Processor
The Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti, the STORMCRAFT Sirius and the iBUYPOWER Scale list Core i5-14400F; the AVGPC Mini-X lists Core i5-11400F; the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti lists Ryzen 7 5700X. Settle this first, then compare prices.
Memory type
The Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti lists DDR5; the AVGPC Mini-X lists DDR4-3200; the STORMCRAFT Sirius lists DDR4; the iBUYPOWER Scale lists DDR5-5200. Settle this first, then compare prices.
What to check at home
Check the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want.
How to Choose a Gaming PC for Baldur's Gate 3
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who put SSD capacity first | Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti | The largest SSD capacity here (2TB) |
| Keeping the budget tight | AVGPC Mini-X | The cheapest way into this group, below the STORMCRAFT Sirius |
| Buyers who want current RTX 5060 near $1,100 at the time of writing | STORMCRAFT Sirius | A current RTX 5060 near $1,100 at the time of writing |
| Buyers who want DDR5 memory with RGB | iBUYPOWER Scale | DDR5 memory with RGB |
| Buyers who put memory first | 5700X RTX 3060 Ti | The most memory here (32GB) |
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Key specs side by side
The 5700X RTX 3060 Ti leads on memory at 32GB, ahead of the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti at 16GB.
| Prebuilt PC | Graphics card | VRAM | Processor | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti | RTX 5060 Ti | 8GB | Core i5-14400F | 16GB |
| AVGPC Mini-X | RTX 5060 | 8GB | Core i5-11400F | 16GB |
| STORMCRAFT Sirius | RTX 5060 | 8GB | Core i5-14400F | 16GB |
| iBUYPOWER Scale | RTX 4060 | 8GB | Core i5-14400F | 16GB |
| 5700X RTX 3060 Ti | RTX 3060 Ti | 8GB | Ryzen 7 5700X | 32GB |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti ahead of the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti on memory?
The 5700X RTX 3060 Ti leads at 32GB, with the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti at 16GB.
How does the AVGPC Mini-X compare with the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti on SSD capacity?
The Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti leads at 2TB, with the AVGPC Mini-X at 1TB.
What does the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti add over the AVGPC Mini-X?
On paper it adds SSD capacity (2TB against 1TB). The AVGPC Mini-X was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
Why is the AVGPC Mini-X our Lowest Price Here pick?
It earns the label for the cheapest way into this group, below the STORMCRAFT Sirius. It suits keeping the budget tight.
Do the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti and the AVGPC Mini-X differ on graphics card?
The Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti uses RTX 5060 Ti; the AVGPC Mini-X and the STORMCRAFT Sirius use RTX 5060; the iBUYPOWER Scale uses RTX 4060; the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti uses RTX 3060 Ti.
Will the iBUYPOWER Scale work with my setup?
Check the iBUYPOWER Scale's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want. The iBUYPOWER Scale's PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before planning a GPU upgrade. In this guide it ranks fourth of 5.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti, chosen for the largest SSD capacity here (2TB). Look at the AVGPC Mini-X for the cheapest way into this group, below the STORMCRAFT Sirius, the STORMCRAFT Sirius for a current RTX 5060 near $1,100 at the time of writing and the iBUYPOWER Scale for DDR5 memory with RGB if those matter more to you.
Install the game on the SSD; Act 3 loads slowly from a hard drive.