Buying Guide
Good Gaming Desktops Worth Buying
Five good gaming desktops, from RTX 5060 Ti to RX 9070 XT, each with its CPU, graphics, memory and storage named.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
12 min read5 products evaluated
A good gaming desktop balances the graphics card with enough RAM and storage. These five sit between $1,200 and $2,200.
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
CyberPowerPC Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 8700F, RTX 5060 Ti 16GB)The lowest price among these picks at the time of writing.
Best for: Keeping the budget tight.
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RX 9070 Build
STORMCRAFT Viper AI (Ryzen 7 7800X3D, Radeon RX 9070 16GB)An RX 9070 with 16GB of VRAM.
Best for: 1440p gaming.
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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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RX 9070 XT Build
Skytech Edge (Ryzen 7 7800X3D, Radeon RX 9070 XT)An RX 9070 XT with 16GB of VRAM.
Best for: 1440p gaming.
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Worth Considering
Skytech Azure 3 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D, RTX 5060 Ti 16GB)Azure 3 7800X3D pairs a Ryzen 7 7800X3D with an RTX 5060 Ti with 16GB of VRAM, plus 16GB of DDR5-6000 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for: Buyers who want a rtx 5060 ti graphics card.
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Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 5
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
- Keeping the budget tight.
Skip if
- Look at the other picks if you need a feature not covered above.
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 STORMCRAFT Viper and the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT on memory (32GB).
It matches the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT on SSD capacity (2TB). Like the Azure 3 7800X3D, it has an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card, while the Skytech Edge uses an RX 9070 XT graphics card. Like the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT, it has a ryzen 7 8700F processor, while the STORMCRAFT Viper uses a ryzen 7 7800X3D processor.
Like the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT, it has a DDR5 memory type, while the STORMCRAFT Viper uses a DDR5-6000 memory type. It undercut the STORMCRAFT Viper and every other pick on price at the time of writing.
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
RX 9070 Build2 of 5
STORMCRAFT Viper AI (Ryzen 7 7800X3D, Radeon RX 9070 16GB)
STORMCRAFT Viper pairs a Ryzen 7 7800X3D with an RX 9070 with 16GB of VRAM, plus 32GB of DDR5-6000 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- 1440p gaming.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB cost less when we checked.
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. On SSD capacity it ties with the Skytech Edge and the Azure 3 7800X3D at 1TB.
An RX 9070 graphics card is unique to it among these picks, while the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT uses an RX 9060 XT graphics card. It shares a ryzen 7 7800X3D processor with the Skytech Edge and Azure 3 7800X3D; the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT goes with a ryzen 7 8700F processor. It shares a DDR5-6000 memory type with the Skytech Edge and Azure 3 7800X3D; the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT goes with a DDR5 memory type. When we checked, only the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB cost less, and the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT cost more.
Key specs
- Graphics card
- RX 9070
- VRAM
- 16GB
- Processor
- Ryzen 7 7800X3D
- Memory
- 32GB
- Memory type
- DDR5-6000
- SSD
- 1TB
Pros
- A RX 9070 graphics card
- 16GB of VRAM for high texture settings
- An Ryzen 7 7800X3D with 3D V-Cache
- 32GB of RAM
Cons
- Costs more than the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB at the time of writing
RX 9060 XT Build3 of 5
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
- If budget leads, the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB was cheaper at our last price check.
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 CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB and the STORMCRAFT Viper at 32GB.
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 STORMCRAFT Viper uses an RX 9070 graphics card. It shares a ryzen 7 8700F processor with the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB; the Azure 3 7800X3D goes with a ryzen 7 7800X3D processor.
It shares a DDR5 memory type with the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB; the Azure 3 7800X3D goes with a DDR5-6000 memory type. When we checked, only the STORMCRAFT Viper and cheaper picks cost less, and the Skytech Edge cost more.
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 CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB at the time of writing
RX 9070 XT Build4 of 5
Skytech Edge (Ryzen 7 7800X3D, Radeon RX 9070 XT)
Skytech Edge pairs a Ryzen 7 7800X3D with an RX 9070 XT with 16GB of VRAM, plus 24GB of DDR5-6000 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- 1440p gaming.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
It also comes with a 360mm AIO in the Edge case. Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. On memory it sits mid-pack at 24GB: the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB offers 32GB, and the Azure 3 7800X3D comes in at 16GB.
On SSD capacity it ties with the STORMCRAFT Viper and the Azure 3 7800X3D at 1TB. An RX 9070 XT graphics card is unique to it among these picks, while the STORMCRAFT Viper uses an RX 9070 graphics card. It shares a ryzen 7 7800X3D processor with the STORMCRAFT Viper and Azure 3 7800X3D; the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT goes with a ryzen 7 8700F processor.
It shares a DDR5-6000 memory type with the STORMCRAFT Viper and Azure 3 7800X3D; the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT goes with a DDR5 memory type. When we checked, only the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT and cheaper picks cost less, and the Azure 3 7800X3D cost more.
Key specs
- Graphics card
- RX 9070 XT
- VRAM
- 16GB
- Processor
- Ryzen 7 7800X3D
- Memory
- 24GB
- Memory type
- DDR5-6000
- SSD
- 1TB
- Warranty
- 1 year parts and labor
Pros
- A RX 9070 XT graphics card
- 16GB of VRAM for high texture settings
- An Ryzen 7 7800X3D with 3D V-Cache
- 360mm AIO in the Edge case
Cons
- Costs more than the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB at the time of writing
Worth Considering5 of 5
Skytech Azure 3 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D, RTX 5060 Ti 16GB)
Azure 3 7800X3D pairs a Ryzen 7 7800X3D with an RTX 5060 Ti with 16GB of VRAM, plus 16GB of DDR5-6000 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- Buyers who want a rtx 5060 ti graphics card.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: 16GB of RAM is enough for games but tight alongside streaming or editing.
Why we like it
Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. On memory it trails the group at 16GB, while the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB offers 32GB. On SSD capacity it ties with the STORMCRAFT Viper and the Skytech Edge at 1TB.
It shares an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card with the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB; the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT goes with an RX 9060 XT graphics card. It shares a ryzen 7 7800X3D processor with the STORMCRAFT Viper and Skytech Edge; the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT goes with a ryzen 7 8700F processor. It shares a DDR5-6000 memory type with the STORMCRAFT Viper and Skytech Edge; the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT goes with a DDR5 memory type.
Check the Azure 3 7800X3D'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.
Key specs
- Graphics card
- RTX 5060 Ti
- VRAM
- 16GB
- Processor
- Ryzen 7 7800X3D
- Memory
- 16GB
- Memory type
- DDR5-6000
- SSD
- 1TB
- Warranty
- 1 year parts and labor
Pros
- A RTX 5060 Ti graphics card
- 16GB of VRAM for high texture settings
- An Ryzen 7 7800X3D with 3D V-Cache
- The 16GB RTX 5060 Ti with a 7800X3D
Cons
- 16GB of RAM is enough for games but tight alongside streaming or editing
- Memory trails the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB (32GB)
- SSD capacity trails the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB (2TB)
The catch
It gives ground on VRAM, where the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB offers 16GB.
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.
- The figures behind the order
- We compared five prebuilt PCs on graphics card, VRAM, processor and memory, using each maker's published specs. These are research figures, not bench results: 1 of 5 picks leave out warranty.
- The shared baseline
- All 5, from the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB to the Azure 3 7800X3D, state graphics card, VRAM and processor.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The STORMCRAFT Viper gives no warranty.
- Price range
- From the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB to the Azure 3 7800X3D, all sat in the over $1500 tier when we checked.
What to Look For
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Memory across these picks
Here memory runs from 16GB on the Azure 3 7800X3D to 32GB on the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB, a 100% spread. Start with the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB if memory decides it.
SSD capacity
The CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB tops SSD capacity at 2TB and the Azure 3 7800X3D sits lowest at 1TB; 2 picks share the top figure. The CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB is the pick for SSD capacity.
A desktop PC beside a monitor on a corner gaming desk Processor
The CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB and the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT list Ryzen 7 8700F; the STORMCRAFT Viper, the Skytech Edge and the Azure 3 7800X3D list Ryzen 7 7800X3D.
Memory type
The CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB and the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT list DDR5; the STORMCRAFT Viper, the Skytech Edge and the Azure 3 7800X3D list DDR5-6000.
A desktop PC and monitor on a desk lit with red and blue lighting Setup checks
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.
How to Choose
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Keeping the budget tight | CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB | The lowest price among these picks at the time of writing |
| 1440p gaming | STORMCRAFT Viper | An RX 9070 with 16GB of VRAM |
| 1440p gaming | CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT | An RX 9060 XT with 16GB of VRAM |
| 1440p gaming | Skytech Edge | An RX 9070 XT with 16GB of VRAM |
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Key specs side by side
The CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB leads on memory at 32GB, ahead of the STORMCRAFT Viper at 32GB.
| Prebuilt PC | Graphics card | VRAM | Processor | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB | RTX 5060 Ti | 16GB | Ryzen 7 8700F | 32GB |
| STORMCRAFT Viper | RX 9070 | 16GB | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | 32GB |
| CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT | RX 9060 XT | 16GB | Ryzen 7 8700F | 32GB |
| Skytech Edge | RX 9070 XT | 16GB | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | 24GB |
| Azure 3 7800X3D | RTX 5060 Ti | 16GB | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | 16GB |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Azure 3 7800X3D worth paying more than the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB?
The Azure 3 7800X3D matches or trails the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB on memory and SSD capacity. The CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB leads on memory (32GB) and SSD capacity (2TB). Both sat in the over $1500 tier when we checked, so choose on the features you need.
What makes the Skytech Edge the RX 9070 XT Build?
It earns the label for an RX 9070 XT with 16GB of VRAM. It gives up memory (24GB against 32GB) and SSD capacity (1TB against 2TB) to the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB, the cheapest pick. It makes sense for 1440p gaming.
Do the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB and the STORMCRAFT Viper differ on graphics card?
The CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB and the Azure 3 7800X3D use RTX 5060 Ti; the STORMCRAFT Viper uses RX 9070; the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT uses RX 9060 XT; the Skytech Edge uses RX 9070 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 first of 5, as our Lowest Price Here pick, and first of 5 on memory (32GB).
Beyond the specs, what sets the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB and the STORMCRAFT Viper apart?
The CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB: the 16GB version of the RTX 5060 Ti and liquid CPU cooling. The STORMCRAFT Viper: a 16GB Radeon RX 9070. The CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT: a 16GB Radeon RX 9060 XT and liquid CPU cooling.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the CyberPowerPC 5060 Ti 16GB, chosen for the lowest price among these picks at the time of writing. Look at the STORMCRAFT Viper for an RX 9070 with 16GB of VRAM, the CyberPowerPC RX 9060 XT for an RX 9060 XT with 16GB of VRAM and the Skytech Edge for an RX 9070 XT with 16GB of VRAM if those matter more to you.
An RTX 5070 or RX 9070 system is a sensible target for 1440p play.
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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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