Gaming PC – Full Description & Specifications

Overview

This gaming PC is a powerful and well-balanced 1080p gaming system, combining an AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 6-core processor with 32GB of DDR4 memory and a dedicated MSI GeForce RTX 2060 Ventus 6GB graphics card.

The system is designed for gaming, multitasking, streaming, general computing and demanding everyday applications. The Ryzen 5 5600X provides strong gaming and processing performance, while the RTX 2060 adds dedicated NVIDIA graphics performance with support for modern gaming features such as hardware-accelerated ray tracing and DLSS in compatible games.

Storage is provided by a 1TB Crucial SSD for fast Windows and application loading, together with a 1TB Seagate Barracuda HDD for additional games, documents, media and general storage.

The system also features 32GB of DDR4 RAM, a liquid-cooled CPU, a 600W Cooler Master power supply, Wi-Fi and LAN networking, and Windows 11 Home installed.

Key Specifications

Component	Specification
Motherboard	MSI B550 Gaming Gen 3
Processor	AMD Ryzen 5 5600X – 3.7GHz
CPU	6 Cores / 12 Threads
CPU Cooling	Cooler Master Liquid Cooling
Memory	32GB DDR4 RAM – 2 × 16GB
Primary Storage	1TB Crucial SSD
Secondary Storage	1TB Seagate Barracuda HDD
Graphics Card	MSI GeForce RTX 2060 Ventus 6GB
Graphics Memory	6GB Dedicated VRAM
Case/Chassis	Cooler Master
Power Supply	Cooler Master MPE-6001 – 600W
Networking	Ethernet LAN & Wi-Fi
Operating System	Windows 11 Home
Front USB	2 × USB 3.0 Type-A
Front Audio	Microphone In & Headphone Out
Rear USB	2 × USB 2.0 + 2 × USB 3.0 + 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 2
Rear Legacy Port	PS/2 Mouse & Keyboard
Rear Video	HDMI & DVI
Rear Audio	Audio In/Out
GPU Outputs	1 × HDMI + 3 × DisplayPort
Audio	On-board Surround Sound

Processor – AMD Ryzen 5 5600X

At the heart of the system is the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X, a capable 6-core desktop processor running at a 3.7GHz base clock speed.

With 6 physical cores and 12 threads, the Ryzen 5 5600X provides excellent versatility for gaming, multitasking, streaming, productivity and general desktop use.

Its combination of strong single-core performance and multiple processing threads makes it particularly well suited to gaming when paired with the dedicated RTX 2060 graphics card.

The processor provides plenty of performance for running modern games while also handling background applications such as Discord, web browsers, music applications and streaming software.

CPU Cooling – Cooler Master Liquid Cooling

The processor is cooled using a Cooler Master liquid cooling system.

Liquid cooling provides efficient heat transfer away from the processor and can help maintain consistent temperatures during extended gaming sessions and other demanding workloads.

It also provides the system with a clean, modern gaming-PC appearance.

Memory – 32GB DDR4

The PC is equipped with 32GB of DDR4 RAM using 2 × 16GB memory modules.

This is a generous amount of memory for modern gaming and provides plenty of headroom for multitasking.

32GB allows you to comfortably run demanding games alongside applications such as:

• Discord
• Web browsers
• Music players
• Game launchers
• Streaming software
• Office applications
• Other background programs

The 2 × 16GB configuration also provides dual-channel memory operation when supported and correctly configured by the motherboard.

Storage – 1TB SSD + 1TB HDD

The system uses a combination of fast solid-state storage and traditional mechanical storage, providing both speed and capacity.

1TB Crucial SSD

The 1TB Crucial SSD is used as the primary/boot drive.

The SSD provides considerably faster access times than a traditional mechanical hard drive, helping Windows start quickly and making applications and games installed on the SSD load faster.

With 1TB of SSD capacity, there is also plenty of room for Windows, frequently used applications and a selection of games.

1TB Seagate Barracuda HDD

A separate 1TB Seagate Barracuda hard disk drive provides additional storage capacity.

This is ideal for storing:

• Games
• Documents
• Photos
• Videos
• Music
• Downloads
• Backups
• General files

Together, the two drives provide approximately 2TB of total storage capacity, while retaining the speed advantages of an SSD for the operating system and frequently used software.

Graphics – MSI GeForce RTX 2060 Ventus 6GB

For gaming and graphical performance, the PC features an MSI GeForce RTX 2060 Ventus with 6GB of dedicated graphics memory.

The RTX 2060 is a dedicated NVIDIA gaming graphics card designed for strong 1080p gaming performance and capable of handling a wide range of modern games.

It also supports NVIDIA technologies such as hardware-accelerated ray tracing and DLSS in compatible games.

The dedicated 6GB of graphics memory provides additional capacity for game textures and graphical workloads, while the MSI Ventus design provides effective cooling for sustained gaming.

Gaming Performance

This system is particularly well suited to 1080p gaming, offering a strong combination of CPU and GPU performance.

The Ryzen 5 5600X provides the processing power required for modern games, while the RTX 2060 handles the majority of the graphical workload.

Depending on the individual game, resolution, graphical settings and optimisation, performance will vary. However, the system is well suited to a wide range of popular PC games.

It is particularly suitable for:

• 🎮 1080p gaming
• 🏆 Esports and competitive gaming
• 🎯 FPS games
• 🏎️ Racing games
• 🗺️ Open-world games
• 🎮 Popular multiplayer games
• 🎬 General gaming and entertainment
• 📺 Gaming while streaming or using background applications

For particularly demanding modern games, adjusting graphical settings can provide a smoother and more consistent gaming experience.

Motherboard – MSI B550 Gaming Gen 3

The system is built around the MSI B550 Gaming Gen 3 motherboard, providing the platform for the AMD Ryzen processor, DDR4 memory, storage and expansion hardware.

The B550 platform provides a modern and versatile foundation for a gaming PC, with support for a range of storage, USB, networking and expansion options.

The motherboard also provides the rear connectivity required for peripherals, networking and audio.

Case / Chassis – Cooler Master

The PC is housed in a Cooler Master chassis, providing a practical gaming-oriented enclosure for the system components.

The chassis is designed to accommodate the motherboard, dedicated graphics card, liquid CPU cooling and other components while providing access to the system’s front I/O connections.

Front Connections

The front of the PC provides convenient access to commonly used peripherals.

Front I/O

• 2 × USB 3.0 Type-A
• 1 × Microphone input
• 1 × Headphone output

These connections make it easy to connect USB devices, gaming accessories and a headset without having to reach around the back of the computer.

Rear Connections

The rear of the system provides a comprehensive selection of connections.

USB

• 2 × USB 2.0 Type-A
• 2 × USB 3.0 Type-A
• 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A

This provides a good selection of USB ports for gaming keyboards, mice, controllers, external storage, wireless receivers and other peripherals.

Legacy Peripheral Connection

• PS/2 keyboard/mouse connection

Networking

• Ethernet/LAN port
• Wi-Fi

This allows the system to connect to a network using either a wired Ethernet connection or wireless networking.

Audio

• Audio input
• Audio output
• On-board surround sound

The integrated audio solution allows the PC to be connected to speakers, headphones and other compatible audio equipment.

Motherboard Video Outputs

• HDMI
• DVI

These outputs are provided by the motherboard. For gaming with the RTX 2060 installed, the dedicated graphics card outputs should normally be used.

Graphics Card Outputs

The MSI GeForce RTX 2060 Ventus graphics card provides:

• 1 × HDMI
• 3 × DisplayPort

This gives the system the flexibility to connect multiple compatible monitors or other displays.

For the best gaming performance, displays should be connected directly to the dedicated RTX 2060 graphics card rather than the motherboard video outputs.

Network Connectivity

The PC provides both wired LAN and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Ethernet / LAN

A wired Ethernet connection can provide a stable, low-latency connection for online gaming and general internet use.

Wi-Fi

Built-in/installed Wi-Fi connectivity provides the convenience of connecting to a wireless home network without requiring an Ethernet cable.

This makes the system suitable for both traditional wired gaming setups and wireless environments.

Audio – On-Board Surround Sound

The motherboard provides on-board audio with surround-sound support, allowing the system to deliver immersive sound through compatible speakers or headphones.

The front headphone and microphone connections also make it easy to connect a gaming headset.

This is particularly useful for online multiplayer gaming, voice chat and general media consumption.

Power Supply – Cooler Master 600W

The PC is powered by a Cooler Master MPE-6001 600W power supply.

The 600W PSU provides power for the Ryzen processor, RTX 2060 graphics card, motherboard, storage drives, cooling system and other components.

The power supply is appropriately sized for the listed hardware configuration.

Operating System – Windows 11 Home

The PC comes with Windows 11 Home installed, providing a modern operating environment ready for gaming, applications, internet use and everyday computing.

The system can be configured with the user’s own Microsoft account, games, applications and personal files.

Ideal Uses

This PC is an excellent all-round system for someone looking for a capable gaming and general-purpose computer.

It is suitable for:

• 🎮 1080p PC gaming
• 🏆 Competitive/esports gaming
• 🎯 FPS and multiplayer games
• 🎬 Gaming and entertainment
• 📺 Streaming
• 💬 Discord and online communication
• 🌐 Web browsing
• 📝 Office and productivity applications
• 📚 School, college and university work
• 📷 Photo management
• 🎥 General media use
• 💾 Large amounts of file storage
• 🖥️ Multi-monitor setups

Overall Summary

Overall, this is a powerful and well-balanced gaming PC featuring the highly capable AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 6-core processor, 32GB DDR4 memory and an MSI GeForce RTX 2060 Ventus 6GB dedicated graphics card.

The combination of a 1TB Crucial SSD and 1TB Seagate Barracuda HDD provides approximately 2TB of total storage, giving the system both fast primary storage and additional capacity for games and personal files.

The Cooler Master liquid CPU cooling, Cooler Master chassis and 600W Cooler Master power supply complete a solid gaming-focused hardware configuration.

With Wi-Fi, Ethernet LAN, Bluetooth-compatible peripheral support, multiple USB connections, surround-sound audio, HDMI and DisplayPort graphics connectivity, the PC offers plenty of flexibility for gaming and everyday use.

With Windows 11 Home installed, the system provides a ready-to-use gaming platform that is particularly well suited to 1080p gaming, multitasking, streaming and general PC use.