Buying Guide
The Best Gaming Desktops, Compared
Four gaming desktops with 32GB of RAM, from RX 9060 to RTX 3060 Ti, each with its CPU, graphics, memory and storage named.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
11 min read4 products evaluated
These four desktops all ship with 32GB of RAM, which saves a memory upgrade later. They are the lowest-priced such systems between $1,000 and $1,800.
Every pick names its CPU model, graphics, memory and SSD capacity in the listing; we left out renewed units and listings that hide a part behind "brand may vary". We researched the listings and did not test the machines.
Quick Picks
Which of the 4 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Lowest Price Here
Skytech Gaming PC (Ryzen 5 5500, Radeon RX 9060 8GB)The lowest price among these picks at the time of writing.
Best for: Keeping the budget tight.
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Ryzen 7 5700 Build
Skytech Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700, RTX 5060, 32GB)A Ryzen 7 5700 processor.
Best for: Buyers who prefer this CPU platform.
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RTX 3060 Ti Build
Prebuilt Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 3060 Ti 8GB)An RTX 3060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM.
Best for: 1080p gaming.
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Largest Listed PSU
YAWYORE Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 5060 8GB)A 650W power supply rated 80 Plus Bronze.
Best for: A bigger graphics card later.
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| Pick | Why it stands out | Best for | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The lowest price among these picks at the time of writing. | Keeping the budget tight. | Check price for Skytech Gaming PC (Ryzen 5 5500, Radeon RX 9060 8GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| A Ryzen 7 5700 processor. | Buyers who prefer this CPU platform. | Check price for Skytech Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700, RTX 5060, 32GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| An RTX 3060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM. | 1080p gaming. | Check price for Prebuilt Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 3060 Ti 8GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| A 650W power supply rated 80 Plus Bronze. | A bigger graphics card later. | Check price for YAWYORE Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 5060 8GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 4
Skytech Gaming PC (Ryzen 5 5500, Radeon RX 9060 8GB)
The Skytech RX 9060 build pairs a Ryzen 5 5500, an RX 9060 with 8GB of VRAM, 32GB of DDR4-3200 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- Keeping the budget tight.
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 also comes with 32GB of RAM with a Radeon RX 9060. Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. You get an RX 9060 graphics card here, which sets it apart from the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB and its an RTX 5060 graphics card.
You get a ryzen 5 5500 processor here, which sets it apart from the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB and its a ryzen 7 5700 processor. Check the Skytech RX 9060'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. It cost the least of the 4 picks at the time of writing, with the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB the next step up.
Key specs
- Graphics card
- RX 9060
- VRAM
- 8GB
- Processor
- Ryzen 5 5500
- Memory
- 32GB
- Memory type
- DDR4-3200
- SSD
- 1TB
- Warranty
- 1 year parts and labor
Pros
- A RX 9060 graphics card
- 32GB of RAM
- 32GB of RAM with a Radeon RX 9060
- Ryzen 5 5500 processor, the only one here
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
Ryzen 7 5700 Build2 of 4
Skytech Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700, RTX 5060, 32GB)
The Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB build pairs a Ryzen 7 5700, an RTX 5060 with 8GB of VRAM, 32GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- Buyers who prefer this CPU platform.
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. It ships in a triple-glass case with an ARGB air cooler, and the parts and labour warranty runs for a year. Like the YAWYORE 5700X, it has an RTX 5060 graphics card, while the Skytech RX 9060 uses an RX 9060 graphics card.
No other pick in this guide offers a ryzen 7 5700 processor; compare the YAWYORE 5700X, which has a ryzen 7 5700X processor. Check the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB'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. On price it sat second of 4, between the cheaper Skytech RX 9060 and the pricier 5700X RTX 3060 Ti, at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Graphics card
- RTX 5060
- VRAM
- 8GB
- Processor
- Ryzen 7 5700
- Memory
- 32GB
- SSD
- 1TB
- Warranty
- 1 year parts and labor
Pros
- A RTX 5060 graphics card
- 32GB of RAM
- 32GB of RAM at an RTX 5060 price
- Ryzen 7 5700 processor, the only one here
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
- Costs more than the Skytech RX 9060 at the time of writing
RTX 3060 Ti Build3 of 4
Prebuilt Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 3060 Ti 8GB)
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
- 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. It is the only pick here with an RTX 3060 Ti graphics card; the Skytech RX 9060 has an RX 9060 graphics card instead. Like the YAWYORE 5700X, it has a ryzen 7 5700X processor, while the Skytech RX 9060 uses a ryzen 5 5500 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. Before buying, weigh one limit: costs more than the Skytech RX 9060 at the time of writing.
Key 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
- An RTX 3060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
- Costs more than the Skytech RX 9060 at the time of writing
Largest Listed PSU4 of 4
YAWYORE Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 5060 8GB)
The YAWYORE 5700X build pairs a Ryzen 7 5700X, an RTX 5060 with 8GB of VRAM, 32GB of DDR4-3200 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- A bigger graphics card later.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p is a problem.
Why we like it
It also comes with 32GB of DDR4 and a 650W Bronze PSU. It shares an RTX 5060 graphics card with the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB; the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti goes with an RTX 3060 Ti graphics card. Check the YAWYORE 5700X'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. At 8GB of VRAM, 1080p is the comfortable target for new games. Only the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti came close to it on price at the time of writing; it cost the most of the 4 picks.
Key specs
- Graphics card
- RTX 5060
- VRAM
- 8GB
- Processor
- Ryzen 7 5700X
- Memory
- 32GB
- Memory type
- DDR4-3200
- SSD
- 1TB
- Power supply
- 650W
- PSU rating
- 80 Plus Bronze
Pros
- A RTX 5060 graphics card
- 32GB of RAM
- A 650W power supply
- An 80 Plus Bronze power supply
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
- Costs more than the Skytech RX 9060 at the time of writing
The catch
It gives ground on VRAM, where the Skytech RX 9060 offers 8GB.
How We Chose
Alex Morgan compared the manufacturer specifications, connectivity, warranty terms and compatibility of every pick. Figures come from the makers unless a third-party source is named; we did not test these products ourselves.
- What we compared
- We compared four prebuilt PCs on graphics card, VRAM, processor and memory as the makers state them. These are research figures, not bench results: 2 of 4 picks leave out memory type.
- What every pick has in common
- All 4, from the Skytech RX 9060 to the YAWYORE 5700X, state graphics card, VRAM and processor.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB and the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti give no memory type; the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti and the YAWYORE 5700X give no warranty.
- Price range
- From the Skytech RX 9060 to the YAWYORE 5700X, all sat in the $1000 to $1500 tier when we checked.
What to Look for in a Gaming Desktops, Compared
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Processor
The Skytech RX 9060 lists ryzen 5 5500; the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB lists ryzen 7 5700; the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti and the YAWYORE 5700X list Ryzen 7 5700X. Sort out processor before price: it splits 4 stated picks into groups of 2, 1 and 1.
What to check at home
Check the Skytech RX 9060's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want.
A desktop PC beside a monitor on a corner gaming desk Extras that separate them
The Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB: 32GB of RAM at an RTX 5060 price. The 5700X RTX 3060 Ti: an RTX 3060 Ti with 32GB of RAM. The YAWYORE 5700X: 32GB of DDR4 and a 650W Bronze PSU.
Budget
All 4 sat in the $1000 to $1500 tier when we checked, from the Skytech RX 9060 at the low end to the YAWYORE 5700X at the top, so decide on features first.
A desktop PC and monitor on a desk lit with red and blue lighting Start from what matters most
Keeping the budget tight: the Skytech RX 9060. Buyers who prefer this CPU platform: the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB. 1080p gaming: the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti.
How to Choose a Gaming Desktops, Compared
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Keeping the budget tight | Skytech RX 9060 | The lowest price among these picks at the time of writing |
| Buyers who prefer this CPU platform | Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB | A Ryzen 7 5700 processor |
| 1080p gaming | 5700X RTX 3060 Ti | An RTX 3060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM |
| A bigger graphics card later | YAWYORE 5700X | A 650W power supply rated 80 Plus Bronze |
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Key specs side by side
The Skytech RX 9060, the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB and the rest, as their makers list them.
| Prebuilt PC | Graphics card | VRAM | Processor | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skytech RX 9060 | RX 9060 | 8GB | Ryzen 5 5500 | 32GB |
| Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB | RTX 5060 | 8GB | Ryzen 7 5700 | 32GB |
| 5700X RTX 3060 Ti | RTX 3060 Ti | 8GB | Ryzen 7 5700X | 32GB |
| YAWYORE 5700X | RTX 5060 | 8GB | Ryzen 7 5700X | 32GB |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB our Ryzen 7 5700 Build pick?
It carries the badge for a Ryzen 7 5700 processor. It makes sense for anyone who prefers this CPU platform.
Do the Skytech RX 9060 and the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB differ on graphics card?
The Skytech RX 9060 uses RX 9060; the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB and the YAWYORE 5700X use RTX 5060; the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti uses RTX 3060 Ti.
Will the Skytech RX 9060 work with my setup?
Check the Skytech RX 9060's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want. The Skytech RX 9060's PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before planning a GPU upgrade. In this guide it ranks first of 4, as our Lowest Price Here pick.
What extras do the Skytech RX 9060 and the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB include?
The Skytech RX 9060: 32GB of RAM with a Radeon RX 9060. The Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB: 32GB of RAM at an RTX 5060 price. The 5700X RTX 3060 Ti: an RTX 3060 Ti with 32GB of RAM.
Who should choose the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti?
The 5700X RTX 3060 Ti carries our RTX 3060 Ti Build label for an RTX 3060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM. It ranks third of 4 here and sat in the $1000 to $1500 tier at our last price check; it suits 1080p gaming.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the Skytech RX 9060, chosen for the lowest price among these picks at the time of writing. Look at the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB for a Ryzen 7 5700 processor, the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti for an RTX 3060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM and the YAWYORE 5700X for a 650W power supply rated 80 Plus Bronze if those matter more to you.
32GB of RAM leaves headroom for games plus a browser, voice chat and recording.
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PC Hardware Editor
Alex covers PC hardware, monitors, components, upgrades and peripherals for The PC Journal, with a focus on helping readers understand specifications, compatibility and meaningful product trade-offs.
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