Buying Guide
What's a Good Gaming Desktop? Our Picks
Four good gaming desktops with 12GB or more of graphics memory, from RX 9060 XT to RTX 4070, each with its CPU, graphics, memory and storage named.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
11 min read4 products evaluated
A good gaming desktop today has at least a 12GB graphics card, 16GB or more of RAM and a 1TB SSD. These four meet that bar at the lowest prices.
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 4 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Most VRAM
HOENGAGER Panorama (Ryzen 7 5700X, Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB)16GB of VRAM on the RX 9060 XT.
Best for: High texture settings at 1440p and above.
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Largest Listed PSU
Skytech Rampage Gaming PC (Core i5-14400F, RTX 5070 12GB)A 850W power supply rated 80 Plus Gold.
Best for: A bigger graphics card later.
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RTX 4070 Build
WIWB Gaming Desktop (Core i7-14700KF, RTX 4070 12GB)An RTX 4070 with 12GB of VRAM.
Best for: 1440p gaming.
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Solid Alternative
Skytech Gaming PC (Core i5-14400F, RTX 5070 12GB)Skytech i5 RTX 5070 pairs a Core i5-14400F with an RTX 5070 with 12GB of VRAM, plus 16GB of DDR4-3200 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for: Buyers who want a rtx 5070 graphics card.
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Our Picks
Most VRAM1 of 4
HOENGAGER Panorama (Ryzen 7 5700X, Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB)
Inside the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT are a Ryzen 7 5700X and an RX 9060 XT with 16GB of VRAM, backed by 32GB of DDR4 and 1TB of SSD storage.
Best for
- High texture settings at 1440p and above.
Skip if
- Look at the other picks if you need a feature not covered above.
Why we like it
It also comes with a 16GB RX 9060 XT under $1,500 at the time of writing. Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. Its 16GB VRAM is the most here; the Skytech Rampage comes next at 12GB.
On memory it leads this guide at 32GB, ahead of the Skytech Rampage (24GB). An RX 9060 XT graphics card is unique to it among these picks, while the Skytech i5 RTX 5070 uses an RTX 5070 graphics card. A ryzen 7 5700X processor is unique to it among these picks, while the WIWB i7 RTX 4070 uses a core i7-14700KF processor.
You get a DDR4 memory type here, which sets it apart from the Skytech Rampage and its a DDR5-6000 memory type. No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the Skytech Rampage was closest.
Key specs
- Graphics card
- RX 9060 XT
- VRAM
- 16GB
- Processor
- Ryzen 7 5700X
- Memory
- 32GB
- Memory type
- DDR4
- SSD
- 1TB
Pros
- A RX 9060 XT graphics card
- 16GB of VRAM for high texture settings
- 32GB of RAM
- 16GB RX 9060 XT under $1,500 at the time of writing
Largest Listed PSU2 of 4
Skytech Rampage Gaming PC (Core i5-14400F, RTX 5070 12GB)
The Skytech Rampage build pairs a Core i5-14400F, an RTX 5070 with 12GB of VRAM, 24GB of DDR5-6000 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- A bigger graphics card later.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It also comes with an 850W Gold ATX 3 power supply with room for a later GPU. Its 24GB memory ranks second of 4 here, behind the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT (32GB) and ahead of the Skytech i5 RTX 5070 (16GB). Like the Skytech i5 RTX 5070, it has a core i5-14400F processor, while the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT uses a ryzen 7 5700X processor.
No other pick in this guide offers a DDR5-6000 memory type; compare the Skytech i5 RTX 5070, which has a DDR4-3200 memory type. Check the Skytech Rampage's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want. The 850W power supply is the stated figure; check its connectors before a later GPU upgrade. Its price falls between the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT and the WIWB i7 RTX 4070, based on our last check.
Key specs
- Graphics card
- RTX 5070
- VRAM
- 12GB
- Processor
- Core i5-14400F
- Memory
- 24GB
- Memory type
- DDR5-6000
- SSD
- 1TB
- Power supply
- 850W
- PSU rating
- 80 Plus Gold
- Warranty
- 1 year parts and labor
Pros
- A RTX 5070 graphics card
- 12GB of VRAM for high texture settings
- A 850W power supply
- An 80 Plus Gold power supply
Cons
- Costs more than the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT at the time of writing
RTX 4070 Build3 of 4
WIWB Gaming Desktop (Core i7-14700KF, RTX 4070 12GB)
The WIWB i7 RTX 4070 build pairs a Core i7-14700KF, an RTX 4070 with 12GB of VRAM, 16GB of DDR5 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- 1440p gaming.
Skip if
- Pass on it if 16GB of RAM is enough for games but tight alongside streaming or editing rules it out for your setup.
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 Rampage and the Skytech i5 RTX 5070 at 12GB. You get an RTX 4070 graphics card here, which sets it apart from the Skytech Rampage and its an RTX 5070 graphics card.
You get a core i7-14700KF processor here, which sets it apart from the Skytech i5 RTX 5070 and its a core i5-14400F processor. A DDR5 memory type is unique to it among these picks, while the Skytech Rampage uses a DDR5-6000 memory type. Check the WIWB i7 RTX 4070'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 4070
- VRAM
- 12GB
- Processor
- Core i7-14700KF
- Memory
- 16GB
- Memory type
- DDR5
- SSD
- 1TB
Pros
- A RTX 4070 graphics card
- 12GB of VRAM for high texture settings
- Core i7-14700KF, an unlocked chip
- DDR5 memory type, the only one here
Cons
- 16GB of RAM is enough for games but tight alongside streaming or editing
- Costs more than the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT at the time of writing
Solid Alternative4 of 4
Skytech Gaming PC (Core i5-14400F, RTX 5070 12GB)
Skytech i5 RTX 5070 pairs a Core i5-14400F with an RTX 5070 with 12GB of VRAM, plus 16GB of DDR4-3200 and a 1TB SSD.
Best for
- Buyers who want a rtx 5070 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
It also comes with an RTX 5070 near $1,600 at the time of writing. Its PSU wattage isn't published, so ask the seller before a GPU upgrade. It matches the Skytech Rampage and the WIWB i7 RTX 4070 on VRAM (12GB).
Like the Skytech Rampage, it has an RTX 5070 graphics card, while the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT uses an RX 9060 XT graphics card. Like the Skytech Rampage, it has a core i5-14400F processor, while the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT uses a ryzen 7 5700X processor. It is the only pick here with a DDR4-3200 memory type; the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT has a DDR4 memory type instead.
Check the Skytech i5 RTX 5070'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 5070
- VRAM
- 12GB
- Processor
- Core i5-14400F
- Memory
- 16GB
- Memory type
- DDR4-3200
- SSD
- 1TB
- Warranty
- 1 year parts and labor
Pros
- A RTX 5070 graphics card
- 12GB of VRAM for high texture settings
- RTX 5070 near $1,600 at the time of writing
- DDR4-3200 memory type, the only one here
Cons
- 16GB of RAM is enough for games but tight alongside streaming or editing
- VRAM trails the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT (16GB)
- Memory trails the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT (32GB)
The catch
The trade-off is VRAM; for more, the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT 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 set side by side four prebuilt PCs on graphics card, VRAM, processor and memory as the makers state them. Nothing was tested in-house; 6 of the 7 fields compared are stated for every pick, while warranty has gaps.
- The shared baseline
- All 4, from the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT to the Skytech i5 RTX 5070, state graphics card, VRAM and processor.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT and the WIWB i7 RTX 4070 give no warranty.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT ($1000 to $1500) to the Skytech i5 RTX 5070 (over $1500).
What to Look For
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
How much VRAM you need
Across these 4 picks VRAM spans 12GB (the Skytech i5 RTX 5070) to 16GB (the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT). The HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT is the pick for VRAM.
Memory across these picks
Here memory runs from 16GB on the Skytech i5 RTX 5070 to 32GB on the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT, a 100% spread. If memory is your first filter, the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT sets the ceiling at 32GB.
A desktop PC beside a monitor on a corner gaming desk Processor
The HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT lists Ryzen 7 5700X; the Skytech Rampage and the Skytech i5 RTX 5070 list Core i5-14400F; the WIWB i7 RTX 4070 lists Core i7-14700KF. Sort out processor before price: it splits 4 stated picks into groups of 2, 1 and 1.
Memory type
The HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT lists DDR4; the Skytech Rampage lists DDR5-6000; the WIWB i7 RTX 4070 lists DDR5; the Skytech i5 RTX 5070 lists DDR4-3200. Settling memory type first narrows 4 picks to 1, 1 or 1 or 1.
A desktop PC and monitor on a desk lit with red and blue lighting What to check at home
Check the HOENGAGER 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.
How to Choose
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| High texture settings at 1440p and above | HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT | 16GB of VRAM on the RX 9060 XT |
| A bigger graphics card later | Skytech Rampage | A 850W power supply rated 80 Plus Gold |
| 1440p gaming | WIWB i7 RTX 4070 | An RTX 4070 with 12GB of VRAM |
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Key specs side by side
The HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT leads on VRAM at 16GB, ahead of the Skytech Rampage at 12GB.
| Prebuilt PC | Graphics card | VRAM | Processor | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT | RX 9060 XT | 16GB | Ryzen 7 5700X | 32GB |
| Skytech Rampage | RTX 5070 | 12GB | Core i5-14400F | 24GB |
| WIWB i7 RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 | 12GB | Core i7-14700KF | 16GB |
| Skytech i5 RTX 5070 | RTX 5070 | 12GB | Core i5-14400F | 16GB |
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By price at the time of writing
At our last check the cheapest pick, the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT, sat in the $1000 to $1500 tier, 2 tiers in all up to the Skytech i5 RTX 5070 at over $1500; Amazon prices move, so recheck before buying.
| Price tier | Prebuilt PCs |
|---|---|
| About $1000 to $1500 | HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT |
| Over $1500 | Skytech Rampage, WIWB i7 RTX 4070, Skytech i5 RTX 5070 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT ahead of the Skytech Rampage on VRAM?
The HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT tops VRAM at 16GB; the Skytech Rampage follows at 12GB, 33% apart.
Which has the most memory: the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT or the Skytech Rampage?
Between the top two, it is 32GB on the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT against 24GB on the Skytech Rampage, a 33% difference. The Skytech i5 RTX 5070 closes the ranking at 16GB.
Is the Skytech i5 RTX 5070 worth paying more than the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT?
The Skytech i5 RTX 5070 matches or trails the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT on VRAM and memory, so pay more only for a feature the spec sheet doesn't cover. The HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT leads on VRAM (16GB) and memory (32GB). The HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT sat in the $1000 to $1500 tier and the Skytech i5 RTX 5070 in the over $1500 tier when we checked, with 2 other picks between them.
What makes the Skytech Rampage the Largest Listed PSU?
The label rests on a 850W power supply rated 80 Plus Gold. It gives up VRAM (12GB against 16GB) and memory (24GB against 32GB) to the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT, the cheapest pick. It suits A bigger graphics card later.
Do the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT and the Skytech Rampage differ on graphics card?
The HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT uses RX 9060 XT; the Skytech Rampage and the Skytech i5 RTX 5070 use RTX 5070; the WIWB i7 RTX 4070 uses RTX 4070.
What should I check before buying the Skytech Rampage?
Check the Skytech Rampage's ports against your monitor: most graphics cards use DisplayPort and HDMI, so match the cable to the refresh rate you want. In this guide it ranks second of 4, as our Largest Listed PSU pick, and second of 4 on VRAM (12GB).
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the HOENGAGER RX 9060 XT, chosen for 16GB of VRAM on the RX 9060 XT. Look at the Skytech Rampage for a 850W power supply rated 80 Plus Gold and the WIWB i7 RTX 4070 for an RTX 4070 with 12GB of VRAM if those matter more to you.
Use 12GB VRAM, 16GB RAM and 1TB storage as the baseline when comparing any listing.
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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.
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