Buying Guide
The Best Gaming PCs Between $1,650 and $2,100
Five gaming PCs compared, from the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 to the Y40 265F, with the trade-offs of each named.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
At about $2,000 you reach RTX 5070 and RX 9070 class systems. Every pick has 12GB or more of video memory, ordered by installed memory.
This is a research roundup, not a lab test: graphics card, VRAM and processor come from each maker's published specs; a missing warranty is flagged, not filled in, and no figure here comes from our own testing.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Also Consider
HOENGAGER Panorama (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 5070 12GB)
A 240mm AIO and software-controlled ARGB fans.
Best for: Buyers who want 240mm AIO and software-controlled ARGB fans.
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Strong Alternative
HELLOLAND Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 5070 12GB, White)
A white case with software-controlled ARGB fans.
Best for: Buyers who want white case with software-controlled ARGB fans.
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Worth a Look
CyberPowerPC Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, RTX 5060 Ti 16GB)
The 16GB version of the RTX 5060 Ti and liquid CPU cooling.
Best for: Buyers who want 16GB version of the RTX 5060 Ti and liquid CPU cooling.
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Solid Runner-Up
CyberPowerPC Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB)
A 16GB Radeon RX 9060 XT and liquid CPU cooling.
Best for: Buyers who want 16GB Radeon RX 9060 XT and liquid CPU cooling.
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Premium Pick
iBUYPOWER Y40 (Core Ultra 7 265F, RTX 5070 12GB)
The highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with the Y40 dual-chamber glass case.
Best for: Buyers who want the most complete package.
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Our Picks
Also Consider1 of 5
HOENGAGER Panorama (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 5070 12GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Inside the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 are a Ryzen 7 5700X and an RTX 5070 with 12GB of VRAM, backed by 32GB of DDR4 and 1TB of SSD storage.
Best for
- Buyers who want 240mm AIO and software-controlled ARGB fans.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: vRAM of 12GB, behind the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB (16GB).
Why we like it
It also comes with a 240mm AIO and software-controlled ARGB fans. Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. On VRAM it ties with the HELLOLAND RTX 5070 and the Y40 265F at 12GB.
It shares an RTX 5070 graphics card with the HELLOLAND RTX 5070 and Y40 265F; the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT goes with an RX 9060 XT graphics card. It shares a ryzen 7 5700X processor with the HELLOLAND RTX 5070; the Y40 265F goes with a core Ultra 7 265F processor. It shares a DDR4 memory type with the HELLOLAND RTX 5070; the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB goes with a DDR5 memory type. What it gives up: VRAM of 12GB, behind the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB (16GB); by contrast, the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB offers 16GB.
Key dimensions & specs
- Graphics card: RTX 5070
- VRAM: 12GB
- Processor: Ryzen 7 5700X
- Memory: 32GB
- Memory type: DDR4
- SSD: 1TB
Pros
- A RTX 5070 graphics card
- 12GB of VRAM for high texture settings
- 32GB of RAM
- 240mm AIO and software-controlled ARGB fans
Cons
- VRAM of 12GB, behind the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB (16GB)
Strong Alternative2 of 5
HELLOLAND Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 5070 12GB, White) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Inside the HELLOLAND RTX 5070 are a Ryzen 7 5700X and an RTX 5070 with 12GB of VRAM, backed by 32GB of DDR4 and 1TB of SSD storage.
Best for
- Buyers who want white case with software-controlled ARGB fans.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: vRAM of 12GB, behind the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB (16GB).
Why we like it
It also comes with a white case with software-controlled ARGB fans. Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. On VRAM it ties with the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 and the Y40 265F at 12GB.
It shares an RTX 5070 graphics card with the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 and Y40 265F; the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT goes with an RX 9060 XT graphics card. It shares a ryzen 7 5700X processor with the HOENGAGER RTX 5070; the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB goes with a ryzen 7 8700F processor. It shares a DDR4 memory type with the HOENGAGER RTX 5070; the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT goes with a DDR5 memory type. What it gives up: VRAM of 12GB, behind the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB (16GB); by contrast, the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB offers 16GB.
Key dimensions & specs
- Graphics card: RTX 5070
- VRAM: 12GB
- Processor: Ryzen 7 5700X
- Memory: 32GB
- Memory type: DDR4
- SSD: 1TB
- Case colour: White
Pros
- A RTX 5070 graphics card
- 12GB of VRAM for high texture settings
- 32GB of RAM
- White case with software-controlled ARGB fans
Cons
- VRAM of 12GB, behind the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB (16GB)
Worth a Look3 of 5
CyberPowerPC Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, RTX 5060 Ti 16GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
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 16GB version of the RTX 5060 Ti and liquid CPU cooling.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 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 CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT on SSD capacity (2TB).
No other pick in this guide offers an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card; compare the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT, which has an RX 9060 XT graphics card. Like the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT, it has a ryzen 7 8700F processor, while the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 uses a ryzen 7 5700X processor. Like the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT, it has a DDR5 memory type, while the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 uses a DDR4 memory type. On price it sat third of 5, between the cheaper HELLOLAND RTX 5070 and the pricier CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT, at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & 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 HOENGAGER RTX 5070 at the time of writing
Solid Runner-Up4 of 5
CyberPowerPC Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
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
- Buyers who want 16GB Radeon RX 9060 XT and liquid CPU cooling.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the HOENGAGER RTX 5070, 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 SSD capacity it ties with the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB at 2TB.
An RX 9060 XT graphics card is unique to it among these picks, while the HELLOLAND RTX 5070 uses an RTX 5070 graphics card. It shares a ryzen 7 8700F processor with the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB; the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 goes with a ryzen 7 5700X processor. It shares a DDR5 memory type with the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB; the Y40 265F goes with a DDR5-5200 memory type.
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. When we checked, only the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB and cheaper picks cost less, and the Y40 265F cost more.
Key dimensions & 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 HOENGAGER RTX 5070 at the time of writing
Premium Pick5 of 5
iBUYPOWER Y40 (Core Ultra 7 265F, RTX 5070 12GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Y40 265F pairs a Core Ultra 7 265F with an RTX 5070 with 12GB of VRAM, plus 32GB of DDR5-5200 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- Buyers who want the most complete package.
Skip if
- Skip it if VRAM matters most to you; the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB offers 16GB.
Why we like it
It also comes with the Y40 dual-chamber glass case. Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. It shares an RTX 5070 graphics card with the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 and HELLOLAND RTX 5070; the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT goes with an RX 9060 XT graphics card.
A core Ultra 7 265F processor is unique to it among these picks, while the HELLOLAND RTX 5070 uses a ryzen 7 5700X processor. You get a DDR5-5200 memory type here, which sets it apart from the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT and its a DDR5 memory type. Check the Y40 265F's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want.
At our last price check it topped the group, with the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT the nearest cheaper option. VRAM is its weakest area, and the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB covers it better at 16GB.
Key dimensions & specs
- Graphics card: RTX 5070
- VRAM: 12GB
- Processor: Core Ultra 7 265F
- Memory: 32GB
- Memory type: DDR5-5200
- SSD: 1TB
Pros
- A RTX 5070 graphics card
- 12GB of VRAM for high texture settings
- 32GB of RAM
- The Y40 dual-chamber glass case
Cons
- VRAM trails the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB (16GB)
- SSD capacity trails the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB (2TB)
- Costs more than the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 at the time of writing
How We Chose
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- What we compared
- We set side by side five prebuilt PCs on graphics card, VRAM, processor and memory as the makers state them. We did not test them in-house.
- The shared baseline
- All 5, from the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 to the Y40 265F, state graphics card, VRAM and processor.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The HOENGAGER RTX 5070, the HELLOLAND RTX 5070 and the Y40 265F give no warranty.
- Price range
- From the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 to the Y40 265F, all sat in the over $1500 tier when we checked.
What to Look for in a Gaming PCs Between $1,650 and $2,100
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
VRAM across these picks
Here VRAM runs from 12GB on the Y40 265F to 16GB on the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB. The CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB is the pick for VRAM.
SSD capacity
Here SSD capacity runs from 1TB on the Y40 265F to 2TB on the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB. Start with the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB if SSD capacity decides it.
Processor
The HOENGAGER RTX 5070 and the HELLOLAND RTX 5070 list Ryzen 7 5700X; the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB and the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT list Ryzen 7 8700F; the Y40 265F lists Core Ultra 7 265F.
Memory type
The HOENGAGER RTX 5070 and the HELLOLAND RTX 5070 list DDR4; the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB and the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT list DDR5; the Y40 265F lists DDR5-5200. Rule out the mismatches before looking at price.
Fit and compatibility
Check the HOENGAGER RTX 5070'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 PCs Between $1,650 and $2,100
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who want 240mm AIO and software-controlled ARGB fans | HOENGAGER RTX 5070 | A 240mm AIO and software-controlled ARGB fans |
| Buyers who want white case with software-controlled ARGB fans | HELLOLAND RTX 5070 | A white case with software-controlled ARGB fans |
| Buyers who want 16GB version of the RTX 5060 Ti and liquid CPU cooling | CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB | The 16GB version of the RTX 5060 Ti and liquid CPU cooling |
| Buyers who want 16GB Radeon RX 9060 XT and liquid CPU cooling | CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT | A 16GB Radeon RX 9060 XT and liquid CPU cooling |
| Buyers who want the most complete package | Y40 265F | The highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with the Y40 dual-chamber glass case |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOENGAGER RTX 5070 | RTX 5070 | 12GB | Ryzen 7 5700X | 32GB |
| HELLOLAND RTX 5070 | RTX 5070 | 12GB | Ryzen 7 5700X | 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 |
| Y40 265F | RTX 5070 | 12GB | Core Ultra 7 265F | 32GB |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Y40 265F the Premium Pick?
It earns the label for the highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with the Y40 dual-chamber glass case. It suits anyone who wants the most complete package.
Do the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 and the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB differ on graphics card?
The HOENGAGER RTX 5070, the HELLOLAND RTX 5070 and the Y40 265F use RTX 5070; the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB uses RTX 5060 Ti; the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT uses RX 9060 XT.
What should I check before buying the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB?
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. The CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB's PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before planning a GPU upgrade. In this guide it ranks third of 5.
Beyond the specs, what sets the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 and the HELLOLAND RTX 5070 apart?
The HOENGAGER RTX 5070: a 240mm AIO and software-controlled ARGB fans. The HELLOLAND RTX 5070: a white case with software-controlled ARGB fans. The CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB: the 16GB version of the RTX 5060 Ti and liquid CPU cooling.
Should I pick the HOENGAGER RTX 5070 or the Y40 265F?
The HOENGAGER RTX 5070 suits buyers who want 240mm AIO and software-controlled ARGB fans; the Y40 265F suits buyers who want the most complete package.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the HOENGAGER RTX 5070, chosen for a 240mm AIO and software-controlled ARGB fans. Look at the HELLOLAND RTX 5070 for a white case with software-controlled ARGB fans, the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB for the 16GB version of the RTX 5060 Ti and liquid CPU cooling and the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT for a 16GB Radeon RX 9060 XT and liquid CPU cooling if those matter more to you.
Compare the SSD size; some skip 2TB at this price.