Building a gaming PC right now is a costly endeavor, with memory prices climbing and graphics cards remaining expensive. For shoppers looking to sidestep those inflated component costs, the iBuyPower Slate Gaming Desktop stands out as an RTX 5060 prebuilt that is currently available for $899 at Best Buy, a $500 reduction from its usual $1,399. That price undercuts the Steam Machine, which starts at $1,049 for a 512GB model, while offering stronger hardware.
What the Slate Brings to the Table
At the heart of the system is AMD’s Ryzen 5 8400F, a six-core, twelve-thread processor with a 65W thermal design power. That relatively low power draw keeps the chip efficient while still delivering enough performance for 1080p gaming. Paired with it is Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 5060, a graphics card built for 1080p play and an entry point into Nvidia’s Blackwell architecture. The GPU supports multi-frame generation and the recently released DLSS 5, features that can help stretch frame rates in supported titles.
Memory and Storage Configuration
The Slate ships with a single 16GB DDR5 memory module running at 4,800MT/s. That is not especially fast, and a dual-channel setup would be preferable for optimal performance. However, the cost context matters: a lone 16GB DDR5 stick can run around $300 on its own, which makes the $899 system price easier to justify. Storage comes in the form of a 1TB NVMe SSD, and the chassis allows for expansion through an additional M.2 slot as well as SATA 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch drive bays.
Cooling, Chassis, and Extras
Cooling duties are handled by a single tower CPU cooler and four ARGB fans—three mounted at the front and one at the rear. The mid-tower case is described as sturdy, with a glass side panel, extra fan mounting options, and a 600W power supply. iBuyPower also includes an entry-level gaming keyboard and mouse combo with the system. For anyone considering a living-room setup, the Slate could serve as a dedicated gaming PC with a bit of tinkering.
Why the Deal Matters
The $500 discount is a limited-time offer, so the $899 price will not last indefinitely. For buyers who want an RTX 5060 prebuilt without paying inflated prices for individual parts, the Slate presents a practical alternative—one that is both cheaper and more powerful than the base Steam Machine configuration.
