Next Day PC | Punch R5 5500, RTX 3050, 16GB, 1TB, Win 11 Home

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Gaming Computer – Built in the UK

The Punch R5 5500 is an entry-level NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 gaming computer for 1080p gaming and everyday home computing, pre-built and in stock for next-day delivery to UK mainland addresses.

This NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 gaming computer is the entry point to the Punch Technology Next Day PC range. It pairs an AMD Ryzen 5 5500 processor with 6GB of GDDR6 graphics memory, 16GB of DDR4 and a 1TB NVMe SSD, all fitted in a Vida Lucid Black tempered glass case with ARGB fans. Because it is built and tested before you order, there is no build wait. The trade-off is that it is a fixed specification with no customisation: what is listed on this page is exactly what ships. If you want a different graphics card, more memory or a larger drive, the made-to-order range is the better route.

The Punch R5 5500 is built on an AMD Ryzen 5 5500 processor with six cores and twelve threads, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB GDDR6 graphics card, 16GB of DDR4 3200MHz memory (2 x 8GB) and a 1TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. It uses a Gigabyte A520M S2H Micro-ATX motherboard and a Contour 550W ATX power supply, and ships with Microsoft Windows 11 Home 64-bit (genuine, pre-installed). It is covered by a 3-year parts and labour warranty.

AMD Ryzen 5 5500 processor on the AM4 platform

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is a six-core, twelve-thread processor with a 3.5GHz base clock. At 1080p it is matched to the RTX 3050, so the graphics card sets the pace in the games this system is aimed at. The processor sits in a Gigabyte A520M S2H board (AMD A520 chipset), and the AM4 socket leaves the option of fitting another AM4 processor later. The Ryzen 5 5500 has no integrated graphics, so every monitor connects to the graphics card.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB graphics

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has 6GB of GDDR6 memory and 2304 cores, with a 70 W power rating. It is a 1080p card, and esports and everyday titles such as CS2, Valorant, Fortnite and Rocket League suit it well. Heavier games such as Hogwarts Legacy and Cyberpunk 2077 are realistic at medium settings with DLSS. Heavy ray tracing, 1440p gaming and demanding AAA titles at high settings are beyond it. The card provides 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a and 1 x HDMI 2.1, supporting up to four monitors, although the exact layout may vary by card brand.

16GB DDR4 memory and 1TB NVMe SSD storage

The 16GB of DDR4 3200MHz memory runs in dual channel as two 8GB modules, enough for gaming alongside a browser, chat and music. The board has two DIMM slots and supports up to 64GB, with both slots already filled. The 1TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD holds Windows, your applications and a sensible game library. The A520 board’s M.2 slot is PCIe 3.0 x4, so the drive runs at PCIe 3.0 speeds in this system. It is still an NVMe drive and much quicker than a hard disk. The M.2 slot is in use, but four SATA 6Gb/s ports are free, and the case has mounts for 2 x 3.5″ and 2 x 2.5″ drives.

Vida Lucid Black case and airflow

The Vida Lucid Black is a Micro-ATX mini tower with tempered glass on the front and left panels. Four 120mm ARGB fans are pre-installed, three at the front and one at the rear, so the build is well supplied with airflow. The Contour 550W ATX power supply is non-modular and supplies the Ryzen 5 5500 and the 70 W RTX 3050.

Connectivity and ports

The rear panel has 4 x Type-A 5Gbps USB ports, 2 x Type-A USB 2.0 ports and a 1GbE Ethernet port (Realtek). Wireless comes from a 1200Mbps 11ac dual band PCIe card, giving Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4. The front of the case adds 1 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0, a headphone jack and a microphone jack. Onboard audio is High Definition Audio 7.1 (Realtek ALC887). No keyboard or mouse is included.

Fixed specification, no customisation

The Punch R5 5500 is a fixed specification PC. The processor, graphics card, memory, storage and operating system cannot be changed before ordering, which is what allows it to be pre-built and held in stock for next-day delivery. If you need a different specification, the made-to-order gaming PC range lets you choose the parts, and the estimated lead time for your configuration is shown when you order.

Ideal for

• Buyers who want an entry-level gaming PC in stock for next-day delivery
• 1080p esports and everyday gaming at medium settings
• First-time PC gamers moving from a console or an ageing system
• Home computing, streaming, browsing and everyday productivity
• Gifts where a known, tested specification matters

For buyers who want an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 gaming computer without a build wait, the Punch R5 5500 is a balanced entry-level system. It combines a six-core Ryzen 5 5500, 16GB of DDR4 and a 1TB NVMe SSD in a glass-panelled case with four ARGB fans. It is a fixed specification with no customisation, so what you see here is what arrives.

Built and tested in the UK by Punch Technology, this pre-built system is in stock for next-day delivery to UK mainland addresses and comes with a 3-year parts and labour warranty, backed by over 30 years of PC building experience and our status as an AMD Elite System Builder. Part code 8000041.

What is the Punch R5 5500 best for?

The Punch R5 5500 is primarily a 1080p gaming PC for esports and everyday titles at medium settings, and it also works as an ordinary home computer. It is not a 1440p machine, and it is not aimed at heavy ray tracing or demanding AAA games at high settings. It suits buyers who know the games they play and want a tested specification delivered quickly rather than a long list of options.

In practice that means titles such as Apex Legends, Overwatch 2, GTA V, EA FC and F1 at 1080p, plus Minecraft, Roblox and lighter indie games. Hogwarts Legacy and Cyberpunk 2077 are playable at medium settings with DLSS. Buyers who want to play those heavier games at higher settings, or at 1440p, should look at a stronger graphics card in the made-to-order range.

Where does the Punch R5 5500 sit in the range?

Within the Next Day range the Punch R5 5500 is the entry-level gaming option. One step up, the Punch R7 5700X, RTX 5060 pairs a Ryzen 7 5700X with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB. The Punch R5 7600, RX 7600 moves to a Ryzen 5 7600, an AMD Radeon RX 7600 8GB and 16GB of DDR5 memory. Lower in the range, the Punch GDT R7 5700X combines a Ryzen 7 5700X with an RTX 3050 8GB. The Punch i7-11700 takes a different route, with an Intel Core i7-11700, GT 710 graphics and a 2TB SSD, which puts its weight on the processor and storage rather than 3D gaming.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Punch R5 5500 run Fortnite and Valorant at 1080p?

Yes, the Punch R5 5500 is built for 1080p, and it handles esports and everyday titles such as CS2, Valorant, Fortnite, Rocket League, Apex Legends, Overwatch 2, GTA V, Minecraft and Roblox. EA FC and F1 are also within its reach. Hogwarts Legacy and Cyberpunk 2077 are playable at medium settings with DLSS. It is not suited to 1440p gaming, heavy ray tracing or demanding AAA titles at high settings.

Can I customise this PC?

No, the Punch R5 5500 is a fixed specification PC with no customisation. The components, memory, storage and operating system cannot be changed, which is what allows it to be pre-built and held in stock for next-day delivery. For a different specification, the made-to-order gaming PC range lets you choose your own parts.

Can I upgrade the Punch R5 5500 later?

Yes, within limits. The AM4 socket allows another AM4 processor to be fitted, and the graphics card sits in a PCIe 3.0 x16 slot. Both of the two memory slots are used, and the board supports up to 64GB, so more memory means replacing the 2 x 8GB modules. The power supply is a 550W non-modular unit, so check it before fitting a much more powerful graphics card. For extra storage there are four free SATA ports and case mounts for 2 x 3.5″ and 2 x 2.5″ drives.

Does the Punch R5 5500 come with Windows and Wi-Fi?

Yes to both. It ships with Microsoft Windows 11 Home 64-bit (genuine, pre-installed) and includes a 1200Mbps dual band PCIe Wi-Fi 5 card with Bluetooth 4. A 1GbE Ethernet port is also on the rear panel. No keyboard or mouse is included.

Who is this PC best suited for?

The Punch R5 5500 is best suited to first-time PC gamers moving from a console or an older PC, and to budget-conscious players who mainly enjoy esports and everyday titles at 1080p. It also suits households that want one PC for home use and light gaming, and gift buyers who want a known, tested specification in stock for next-day delivery. Anyone who wants 1440p gaming or high settings in the latest AAA games should choose a stronger graphics card.

How many monitors can I connect to the Punch R5 5500?

You can connect up to four monitors, using the graphics card’s 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a and 1 x HDMI 2.1 outputs. The exact layout may vary by card brand. The motherboard’s own video outputs are not active, because the Ryzen 5 5500 has no integrated graphics, so every monitor plugs into the graphics card.