Buying Guide

The Best Pre-Built Desktop Gaming PCs

Five pre-built desktop gaming PCs, from RTX 5060 to RTX 5060 Ti, each with its CPU, graphics, memory and storage named.

By , PC Hardware Editor

12 min read5 products evaluated

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Pre-built desktops between $1,100 and $1,700 often split on memory: 16GB or 32GB. We favored more RAM.

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 5 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.

  1. Solid Alternative

    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: Buyers who want a rtx 5060 graphics card.

    Check price for YAWYORE Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 5060 8GB) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

Our Picks

Ryzen 7 5700 Build1 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

Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p.
Skytech Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700, RTX 5060, 32GB)

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 5700X RTX 3060 Ti uses an RTX 3060 Ti graphics card.

No other pick in this guide offers a ryzen 7 5700 processor; compare the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB, which has a ryzen 5 5500 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.

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

The catch

The maker doesn't give its power supply wattage; if that figure matters, the YAWYORE 5700X offers 650W.

RTX 3060 Ti Build2 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.
Prebuilt Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 3060 Ti 8GB)

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 5700 RTX 5060 32GB has an RTX 5060 graphics card instead. Like the YAWYORE 5700X, it has a ryzen 7 5700X processor, while the Sirius i7 uses a core i7-14700F 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. Buyers who need a confirmed power supply wattage should compare it with the YAWYORE 5700X, which offers 650W.

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

Solid Alternative3 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

Buyers who want a rtx 5060 graphics card.

Skip if

Look at the others if this bothers you: 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p.
YAWYORE Gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5700X, RTX 5060 8GB)

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 Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB goes with an RTX 5060 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. It was priced above the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti and below the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB at the time of writing.

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 5700 RTX 5060 32GB at the time of writing

Ryzen 5 5500 Build4 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

Buyers who prefer this CPU platform.

Skip if

Look at the others if this bothers you: 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p.
Skytech Gaming PC (Ryzen 5 5500, RTX 5060 Ti 8GB, 32GB)

Why we like it

Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. It shares an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card with the Sirius i7; the YAWYORE 5700X goes with an RTX 5060 graphics card. You get a ryzen 5 5500 processor here, which sets it apart from the Sirius i7 and its a core i7-14700F processor.

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 priced above the YAWYORE 5700X and below the Sirius i7 at the time of writing. There is no published power supply wattage figure, whereas the YAWYORE 5700X offers 650W.

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
  • Ryzen 5 5500 processor, the only one here

Cons

  • 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
  • Costs more than the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB at the time of writing

Core i7-14700F Build5 of 5

STORMCRAFT Sirius (Core i7-14700F, RTX 5060 Ti 8GB)

Sirius i7 pairs a Core i7-14700F with an RTX 5060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM, plus 32GB of DDR4-3200 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.
STORMCRAFT Sirius (Core i7-14700F, RTX 5060 Ti 8GB)

Why we like it

It also comes with a 650W Gold PSU and 32GB of RGB DDR4. It shares an RTX 5060 Ti graphics card with the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB; the YAWYORE 5700X goes with an RTX 5060 graphics card. You get a core i7-14700F processor here, which sets it apart from the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB and its a ryzen 5 5500 processor.

Check the Sirius i7'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 Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB came close to it on price at the time of writing; it cost the most of the 5 picks.

Key specs

Graphics card
RTX 5060 Ti
VRAM
8GB
Processor
Core i7-14700F
Memory
32GB
Memory type
DDR4-3200
SSD
1TB
Power supply
650W
PSU rating
80 Plus Gold

Pros

  • A RTX 5060 Ti graphics card
  • 32GB of RAM
  • A 650W power supply
  • An 80 Plus Gold power supply

Cons

  • 8GB of VRAM can force lower texture settings in newer games at 1440p
  • Costs more than the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB at the time of writing

The catch

It gives ground on VRAM, where the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB offers 8GB.

How We Chose These Pre-Built Desktop Gaming 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.

A desktop PC beside a monitor on a corner gaming desk
A desktop PC beside a monitor on a corner gaming desk
What we compared
We lined up five prebuilt PCs on graphics card, VRAM, processor and memory, using each maker's published specs. We did not test them in-house, and memory type and power supply wattage are missing for at least one pick.
What every pick has in common
All 5, from the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB to the Sirius i7, 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 Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB, the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti and the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB give no power supply wattage.
Price range
From the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB to the Sirius i7, all sat in the $1000 to $1500 tier when we checked.

What to Look for in a Pre-Built Desktop Gaming PC

Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.

  1. Processor

    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; the Sirius i7 lists Core i7-14700F. Settling processor first narrows 5 picks to 2, 1 or 1 or 1.

  2. Fit and compatibility

    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.

    A desktop PC and monitor on a desk lit with red and blue lighting
    A desktop PC and monitor on a desk lit with red and blue lighting
  3. Extras that separate them

    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. The Sirius i7: a 650W Gold PSU and 32GB of RGB DDR4.

  4. How much to spend

    All 5 sat in the $1000 to $1500 tier when we checked, from the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB at the low end to the Sirius i7 at the top, so decide on features first.

    A white desktop PC beside a monitor on a bright home-office desk
    A white desktop PC beside a monitor on a bright home-office desk
  5. Start from what matters most

    Buyers who prefer this CPU platform: the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB. 1080p gaming: the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti. Buyers who prefer this CPU platform: the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB.

How to Choose a Pre-Built Desktop Gaming PC

By priority

PriorityConsiderWhy
Buyers who prefer this CPU platformSkytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GBA Ryzen 7 5700 processor
1080p gaming5700X RTX 3060 TiAn RTX 3060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM
Buyers who prefer this CPU platformSkytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GBA Ryzen 5 5500 processor
Buyers who prefer this CPU platformSirius i7A Core i7-14700F processor

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Key specs side by side

The Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB, the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti and the rest, as their makers list them.

Prebuilt PCGraphics cardVRAMProcessorMemory
Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GBRTX 50608GBRyzen 7 570032GB
5700X RTX 3060 TiRTX 3060 Ti8GBRyzen 7 5700X32GB
YAWYORE 5700XRTX 50608GBRyzen 7 5700X32GB
Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GBRTX 5060 Ti8GBRyzen 5 550032GB
Sirius i7RTX 5060 Ti8GBCore i7-14700F32GB

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti our RTX 3060 Ti Build pick?

The label rests on an RTX 3060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM. It is aimed at 1080p gaming.

Do the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB and the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti differ on graphics card?

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 and the Sirius i7 use RTX 5060 Ti.

Will the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB work with my setup?

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. The Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB'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 Ryzen 7 5700 Build pick.

What extras do the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB and the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti include?

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.

Who should choose the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB?

The Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB carries our Ryzen 7 5700 Build label for a Ryzen 7 5700 processor. It ranks first of 5 here and sat in the $1000 to $1500 tier at our last price check; it suits anyone who prefers this CPU platform.

Bottom Line

Our first pick is the Skytech 5700 RTX 5060 32GB, chosen for a Ryzen 7 5700 processor. Look at the 5700X RTX 3060 Ti for an RTX 3060 Ti with 8GB of VRAM, the Skytech 5500 5060 Ti 32GB for a Ryzen 5 5500 processor and the Sirius i7 for a Core i7-14700F processor if those matter more to you.

16GB works for most games; 32GB suits streaming and multitasking.

About the author

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.

Covers: Monitors, Graphics cards, Processors, PC components, Peripherals, Upgrades and compatibility

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