Buying Guide
The Best Gaming PCs for Streaming
Five gaming PCs for streaming, from RTX 3050 to RTX 5060 Ti, each with its CPU, graphics, memory and storage named.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
12 min read5 products evaluated
Streaming while gaming uses the NVIDIA NVENC encoder on RTX cards and extra memory for the streaming software. These five pair an RTX card with 32GB of RAM.
Our comparison uses what each seller states, not hands-on testing. Listings without a named CPU, a GPU with its VRAM, a RAM figure or an SSD size were dropped, as were renewed units and outlier prices.
Quick Picks
Which of the 5 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Lowest Price Here
SKYESEV Prebuilt Gaming PC (Ryzen 5 5600, RTX 3050 6GB, 32GB)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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RTX 5060 Ti Build
Skytech Gaming PC (Ryzen 5 5500, RTX 5060 Ti 8GB, 32GB)An RTX 5060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM.
Best for: 1080p gaming.
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Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 5
SKYESEV Prebuilt Gaming PC (Ryzen 5 5600, RTX 3050 6GB, 32GB)
SKYESEV 5600 pairs a Ryzen 5 5600 with an RTX 3050 with 6GB of VRAM, plus 32GB of DDR4-3200 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- Keeping the budget tight.
Skip if
- Pass on it if 6GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
It also comes with 32GB of DDR4 under $1,000 at the time of writing. Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. Its 6GB VRAM is the least in this group; the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB leads at 8GB.
It is the only pick here with an RTX 3050 graphics card; the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB has an RTX 5060 graphics card instead. It is the only pick here with a ryzen 5 5600 processor; the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB has a ryzen 7 5700 processor instead. Check the SKYESEV 5600's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want.
At 6GB of VRAM, 1080p is the comfortable target for new games. It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB was the next step up.
Key specs
- Graphics card
- RTX 3050
- VRAM
- 6GB
- Processor
- Ryzen 5 5600
- Memory
- 32GB
- Memory type
- DDR4-3200
- SSD
- 1TB
Pros
- A RTX 3050 graphics card
- 32GB of RAM
- 32GB of DDR4 under $1,000 at the time of writing
- Ryzen 5 5600 processor, the only one here
Cons
- 6GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
- VRAM trails the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB (8GB)
The catch
If VRAM is your priority, the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB (8GB) is the stronger choice.
Ryzen 7 5700 Build2 of 5
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
- Pass on it if 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p rules it out for your setup.
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. It shares an RTX 5060 graphics card with the YAWYORE 5700X; the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB goes with an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card.
A ryzen 7 5700 processor is unique to it among these picks, while the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti uses 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. When we checked, only the SKYESEV 5600 cost less, and the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti cost more.
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
- VRAM of 8GB, ahead of the SKYESEV 5600
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
- Costs more than the SKYESEV 5600 at the time of writing
RTX 3060 Ti Build3 of 5
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
- 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 VRAM it ties with the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB, the YAWYORE 5700X and the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB at 8GB. You get an RTX 3060 Ti graphics card here, which sets it apart from the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB and its an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card.
It shares a ryzen 7 5700X processor with the YAWYORE 5700X; the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB goes with 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.
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
- VRAM of 8GB, ahead of the SKYESEV 5600
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
- Costs more than the SKYESEV 5600 at the time of writing
Largest Listed PSU4 of 5
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
- 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 32GB of DDR4 and a 650W Bronze PSU. Like the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB, it has an RTX 5060 graphics card, while the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti uses 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. Its price falls between the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti and the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB, based on our last check.
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 SKYESEV 5600 at the time of writing
RTX 5060 Ti Build5 of 5
Skytech Gaming PC (Ryzen 5 5500, RTX 5060 Ti 8GB, 32GB)
Inside the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB are a Ryzen 5 5500 and an RTX 5060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM, backed by 32GB of DDR4-3200 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
Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. It matches the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB, the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti and the YAWYORE 5700X on VRAM (8GB). It is the only pick here with an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card; the SKYESEV 5600 has an RTX 3050 graphics card instead.
It is the only pick here with a ryzen 5 5500 processor; the SKYESEV 5600 has a ryzen 5 5600 processor instead. Check the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 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. It was the most expensive pick when we checked, so weigh what it adds over the YAWYORE 5700X.
Key specs
- Graphics card
- RTX 5060 Ti
- VRAM
- 8GB
- Processor
- Ryzen 5 5500
- Memory
- 32GB
- Memory type
- DDR4-3200
- SSD
- 1TB
- Warranty
- 1 year parts and labor
Pros
- A RTX 5060 Ti graphics card
- 32GB of RAM
- 32GB of DDR4 with an RTX 5060 Ti
- VRAM of 8GB, ahead of the SKYESEV 5600
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
- Costs more than the SKYESEV 5600 at the time of writing
The catch
If memory is your priority, the SKYESEV 5600 (32GB) is the stronger choice.
How We Chose These Gaming PCs for Streaming
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.
- The figures behind the order
- We set side by side five prebuilt PCs on graphics card, VRAM, processor and memory from manufacturer specifications. We did not test them in-house, and memory type and warranty are missing for at least one pick.
- The shared baseline
- All 5, from the SKYESEV 5600 to the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB, 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 SKYESEV 5600, the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti and the YAWYORE 5700X give no warranty.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the SKYESEV 5600 ($500 to $1000) to the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB ($1000 to $1500).
What to Look for in a Gaming PC for Streaming
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
How much VRAM you need
Here VRAM runs from 6GB on the SKYESEV 5600 to 8GB on the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB, a 33% spread. If VRAM is your first filter, the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB sets the ceiling at 8GB.
Processor
The SKYESEV 5600 lists ryzen 5 5600; the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB lists ryzen 7 5700; the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti and the YAWYORE 5700X list Ryzen 7 5700X; the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB lists ryzen 5 5500.
A desktop PC and monitor on a desk lit with red and blue lighting Setup checks
Check the SKYESEV 5600's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want.
Features beyond the spec table
The 5700X RTX 3060 Ti: an RTX 3060 Ti with 32GB of RAM. The YAWYORE 5700X: 32GB of DDR4 and a 650W Bronze PSU. The Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB: 32GB of DDR4 with an RTX 5060 Ti.
A white desktop PC beside a monitor on a bright home-office desk Budget
$500 to $1000 buys the SKYESEV 5600; $1000 to $1500 buys the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB, the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti, the YAWYORE 5700X and the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB at our last check.
How to Choose a Gaming PC for Streaming
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Keeping the budget tight | SKYESEV 5600 | 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 |
| 1080p gaming | Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB | An RTX 5060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM |
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Key specs side by side
The Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB leads on VRAM at 8GB, ahead of the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti at 8GB.
| Prebuilt PC | Graphics card | VRAM | Processor | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKYESEV 5600 | RTX 3050 | 6GB | Ryzen 5 5600 | 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 |
| Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB | RTX 5060 Ti | 8GB | Ryzen 5 5500 | 32GB |
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By price at the time of writing
At our last check the cheapest pick, the SKYESEV 5600, sat in the $500 to $1000 tier, 2 tiers in all up to the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB at $1000 to $1500; Amazon prices move, so recheck before buying.
| Price tier | Prebuilt PCs |
|---|---|
| About $500 to $1000 | SKYESEV 5600 |
| About $1000 to $1500 | Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB, 5700X RTX 3060 Ti, YAWYORE 5700X, Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB worth paying more than the SKYESEV 5600?
What it brings is VRAM (8GB against 6GB). The SKYESEV 5600 sat in the $500 to $1000 tier and the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB in the $1000 to $1500 tier when we checked, with 3 other picks between them; pay the difference only if VRAM decides your purchase.
What makes the YAWYORE 5700X the Largest Listed PSU?
The label rests on a 650W power supply rated 80 Plus Bronze. The SKYESEV 5600, the cheapest pick, sat in the $500 to $1000 tier against $1000 to $1500 here, without out-ranking it on any listed spec. It is aimed at A bigger graphics card later.
Do the SKYESEV 5600 and the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB differ on graphics card?
The SKYESEV 5600 uses RTX 3050; the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB and the YAWYORE 5700X use RTX 5060; the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti uses RTX 3060 Ti; the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB uses RTX 5060 Ti.
What should I check before buying the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB?
Check the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want. The Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB's PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before planning a GPU upgrade. In this guide it ranks fifth of 5, as our RTX 5060 Ti Build pick, and fourth of 5 on VRAM (8GB).
Beyond the specs, what sets the SKYESEV 5600 and the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB apart?
The SKYESEV 5600: 32GB of DDR4 under $1,000 at the time of writing. 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.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the SKYESEV 5600, 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, the YAWYORE 5700X for a 650W power supply rated 80 Plus Bronze and the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB for an RTX 5060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM if those matter more to you.
An RTX card offloads encoding; 32GB of RAM keeps OBS and the game running together.
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