Buying Guide
The Best Gaming Desktop Tower PCs
Four gaming tower PCs with 2TB of storage, from RTX 5060 Ti to RX 9060 XT, each with its CPU, graphics, memory and storage named.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
11 min read4 products evaluated
Games take 100GB or more each, so storage fills quickly. These four towers ship with 2TB SSDs.
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
Which of the 4 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Lowest Price Here
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR (Core i5-14400F, RTX 5060 Ti 8GB)The lowest price among these picks at the time of writing.
Best for: Keeping the budget tight.
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RTX 5060 Build
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR (Core Ultra 5 225F, RTX 5060 8GB)An RTX 5060 with 8GB of VRAM.
Best for: 1080p gaming.
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Well-Rounded Choice
CyberPowerPC Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, RTX 5060 Ti 16GB)Inside the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB are a Ryzen 7 8700F and an RTX 5060 Ti with 16GB of VRAM, backed by 32GB of DDR5 and 2TB of SSD storage.
Best for: Buyers who want a rtx 5060 ti graphics card.
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RX 9060 XT Build
CyberPowerPC Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB)An RX 9060 XT with 16GB of VRAM.
Best for: 1440p gaming.
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Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 4
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR (Core i5-14400F, RTX 5060 Ti 8GB)
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
- Keeping the budget tight.
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. Its 16GB memory is the least in this group; the Gamer Xtreme 225F leads at 32GB.
Like the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB, it has an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card, while the Gamer Xtreme 225F uses an RTX 5060 graphics card. It is the only pick here with a core i5-14400F processor; the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB has a ryzen 7 8700F processor instead. 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.
With 16GB installed, check for free memory slots before adding more. At 8GB of VRAM, 1080p is the comfortable target for new games. It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the Gamer Xtreme 225F was the next step up.
Key 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
- Core i5-14400F processor, 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 Gamer Xtreme 225F (32GB)
The catch
If memory is your priority, the Gamer Xtreme 225F (32GB) is the stronger choice.
RTX 5060 Build2 of 4
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR (Core Ultra 5 225F, RTX 5060 8GB)
Inside the Gamer Xtreme 225F are a Core Ultra 5 225F and an RTX 5060 with 8GB of VRAM, backed by 32GB of DDR5 and 2TB of SSD storage.
Best for
- 1080p gaming.
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
Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. On memory it ties with the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB and the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT at 32GB. An RTX 5060 graphics card is unique to it among these picks, while the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT uses an RX 9060 XT graphics card.
A core Ultra 5 225F processor is unique to it among these picks, while the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti uses a core i5-14400F processor. Check the Gamer Xtreme 225F'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. When we checked, only the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti cost less, and the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB cost more.
Key specs
- Graphics card
- RTX 5060
- VRAM
- 8GB
- Processor
- Core Ultra 5 225F
- Memory
- 32GB
- Memory type
- DDR5
- SSD
- 2TB
Pros
- A RTX 5060 graphics card
- 32GB of RAM
- A 2TB SSD
- 32GB of DDR5 and a 2TB SSD with an RTX 5060
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
- VRAM trails the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB (16GB)
- Costs more than the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti at the time of writing
The catch
VRAM is its weakest area, and the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB covers it better at 16GB.
Well-Rounded Choice3 of 4
CyberPowerPC Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, RTX 5060 Ti 16GB)
Inside the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB are a Ryzen 7 8700F and an RTX 5060 Ti with 16GB of VRAM, backed by 32GB of DDR5 and 2TB of SSD storage.
Best for
- Buyers who want a rtx 5060 ti graphics card.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
It also comes with the 16GB version of the RTX 5060 Ti and liquid CPU cooling. Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. It matches the Gamer Xtreme 225F and the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT on memory (32GB).
Like the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti, it has an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card, while the Gamer Xtreme 225F uses an RTX 5060 graphics card. Like the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT, it has a ryzen 7 8700F processor, while the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti uses a core i5-14400F processor. Check the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want. Its price falls between the Gamer Xtreme 225F and the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT, based on our last check.
Key specs
- Graphics card
- RTX 5060 Ti
- VRAM
- 16GB
- Processor
- Ryzen 7 8700F
- Memory
- 32GB
- Memory type
- DDR5
- SSD
- 2TB
- Warranty
- 1 year parts and labor
Pros
- A RTX 5060 Ti graphics card
- 16GB of VRAM for high texture settings
- 32GB of RAM
- A 2TB SSD
Cons
- Costs more than the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti at the time of writing
RX 9060 XT Build4 of 4
CyberPowerPC Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB)
Inside the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT are a Ryzen 7 8700F and an RX 9060 XT with 16GB of VRAM, backed by 32GB of DDR5 and 2TB of SSD storage.
Best for
- 1440p gaming.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It also comes with a 16GB Radeon RX 9060 XT and liquid CPU cooling. Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. On memory it ties with the Gamer Xtreme 225F and the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB at 32GB.
You get an RX 9060 XT graphics card here, which sets it apart from the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB and its an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card. It shares a ryzen 7 8700F processor with the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB; the Gamer Xtreme 225F goes with a core Ultra 5 225F processor. Check the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want. Only the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB came close to it on price at the time of writing; it cost the most of the 4 picks.
Key specs
- Graphics card
- RX 9060 XT
- VRAM
- 16GB
- Processor
- Ryzen 7 8700F
- Memory
- 32GB
- Memory type
- DDR5
- SSD
- 2TB
- Warranty
- 1 year parts and labor
Pros
- A RX 9060 XT graphics card
- 16GB of VRAM for high texture settings
- 32GB of RAM
- A 2TB SSD
Cons
- Costs more than the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti at the time of writing
The catch
It gives ground on SSD capacity, where the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti is rated for 2TB.
How We Chose These Gaming Desktop Tower PCs
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.
- How these picks were ranked
- We lined up four prebuilt PCs on graphics card, VRAM, processor and memory, using each maker's published specs. These are research figures, not bench results: 1 of 4 picks leave out warranty.
- The shared baseline
- All 4, from the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti to the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT, state graphics card, VRAM and processor and share DDR5 memory type.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Gamer Xtreme 225F gives no warranty.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti ($1000 to $1500) to the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT (over $1500).
What to Look for in a Gaming Desktop Tower PC
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
VRAM across these picks
Here VRAM runs from 8GB on the Gamer Xtreme 225F to 16GB on the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB, a 100% spread. Start with the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB if VRAM decides it.
Memory
The Gamer Xtreme 225F tops memory at 32GB and the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti sits lowest at 16GB; 3 picks share the top figure. The Gamer Xtreme 225F is the pick for memory.
A white desktop PC beside a monitor on a bright home-office desk Processor
The Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti lists Core i5-14400F; the Gamer Xtreme 225F lists Core Ultra 5 225F; the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB and the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT list Ryzen 7 8700F.
Fit and compatibility
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.
A desktop PC beside a monitor on a corner gaming desk Features beyond the spec table
The Gamer Xtreme 225F: 32GB of DDR5 and a 2TB SSD with an RTX 5060. The CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB: the 16GB version of the RTX 5060 Ti and liquid CPU cooling. The CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT: a 16GB Radeon RX 9060 XT and liquid CPU cooling.
How to Choose a Gaming Desktop Tower PC
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Keeping the budget tight | Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti | The lowest price among these picks at the time of writing |
| 1080p gaming | Gamer Xtreme 225F | An RTX 5060 with 8GB of VRAM |
| 1440p gaming | CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT | An RX 9060 XT with 16GB of VRAM |
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Key specs side by side
The CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB leads on VRAM at 16GB, ahead of the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT at 16GB.
| Prebuilt PC | Graphics card | VRAM | Processor | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti | RTX 5060 Ti | 8GB | Core i5-14400F | 16GB |
| Gamer Xtreme 225F | RTX 5060 | 8GB | Core Ultra 5 225F | 32GB |
| CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB | RTX 5060 Ti | 16GB | Ryzen 7 8700F | 32GB |
| CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT | RX 9060 XT | 16GB | Ryzen 7 8700F | 32GB |
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By price at the time of writing
At our last check the cheapest pick, the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti, sat in the $1000 to $1500 tier, 2 tiers in all up to the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT at over $1500; Amazon prices move, so recheck before buying.
| Price tier | Prebuilt PCs |
|---|---|
| About $1000 to $1500 | Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti |
| Over $1500 | Gamer Xtreme 225F, CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB, CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT worth paying more than the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti?
On paper it adds VRAM (16GB against 8GB) and memory (32GB against 16GB). The Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti sat in the $1000 to $1500 tier and the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT in the over $1500 tier when we checked, with 2 other picks between them; pay the difference only if VRAM and memory decide your purchase.
What makes the Gamer Xtreme 225F the RTX 5060 Build?
It earns the label for an RTX 5060 with 8GB of VRAM. The Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti, the cheapest pick, sat in the $1000 to $1500 tier against over $1500 here, without out-ranking it on any listed spec. It suits 1080p gaming.
Do the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti and the Gamer Xtreme 225F differ on graphics card?
The Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti and the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB use RTX 5060 Ti; the Gamer Xtreme 225F uses RTX 5060; the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT uses RX 9060 XT.
What should I check before buying the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT?
Check the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want. The CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT's PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before planning a GPU upgrade. In this guide it ranks fourth of 4, as our RX 9060 XT Build pick, and second of 4 on VRAM (16GB).
Beyond the specs, what sets the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti and the Gamer Xtreme 225F apart?
The Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti: a 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD. The Gamer Xtreme 225F: 32GB of DDR5 and a 2TB SSD with an RTX 5060. The CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB: the 16GB version of the RTX 5060 Ti and liquid CPU cooling.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the Gamer Xtreme 5060 Ti, chosen for the lowest price among these picks at the time of writing. Look at the Gamer Xtreme 225F for an RTX 5060 with 8GB of VRAM and the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT for an RX 9060 XT with 16GB of VRAM if those matter more to you.
A tower with a spare M.2 slot or drive bay makes later storage upgrades easy; check the board listing.
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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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