Intel Core i5-12600KF GeForce RTX 5050 Gaming PC – Built in the UK
The High Performance 12th Gen Gaming PC is an entry-level 1080p i5-12600KF GeForce RTX 5050 gaming PC for esports, online multiplayer and mainstream PC games.
Built to order in the UK, this system combines a 10-core, 16-thread Intel Core i5-12600KF with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB graphics card, 16GB of DDR4 3200MHz memory and a 1TB WD Blue SN5100 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. Everything sits in a black Vida Edge aRGB tempered glass case. It suits players who want a capable 1080p machine for popular titles without paying for a flagship build. You can change parts in the configurator to fit your needs, and the estimated lead time for your configuration is shown when you order. As an i5-12600KF GeForce RTX 5050 gaming PC, it puts the budget into the processor and graphics card that decide 1080p frame rates.
The High Performance 12th Gen Gaming PC is built on an Intel Core i5-12600KF processor with 10 cores, 16 threads, a 3.7GHz base clock and a 4.9GHz maximum turbo clock, fitted to an ASUS Prime B760M-A WIFI D4 Micro-ATX motherboard. Graphics come from an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR6 card. It has 16GB of DDR4 3200MHz memory in two 8GB modules, a 1TB WD Blue SN5100 M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD and a Thermalright Assassin King 120 SE air cooler, with power from a Contour 650W ATX PSU. It comes with Microsoft Windows 11 Home (genuine, pre-installed) and a 3-year parts and labour warranty.
Intel Core i5-12600KF processor and air cooling
The Intel Core i5-12600KF is a 12th Gen LGA1700 processor with 10 cores and 16 threads, running from a 3.7GHz base clock up to 4.9GHz maximum turbo, with 20MB of L3 cache. That is plenty of processing power for modern games running alongside a browser, voice chat or a launcher in the background. The “F” in the name means the chip has no integrated graphics, so all display output comes from the graphics card. This build always includes one.
Cooling is handled by a Thermalright Assassin King 120 SE, a 148mm tower air cooler rated at 200W. There is no liquid cooler to maintain, and the CPU cooler works with the case’s pre-installed ARGB fans to keep temperatures steady during long sessions.
16GB DDR4 memory and 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage
The system has 16GB of DDR4 running at 3200MHz in dual channel, as two 8GB modules. The motherboard has four DIMM slots and supports up to 128GB, so two slots are free for later expansion.
The 1TB WD Blue SN5100 M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD is rated at 7100MB/s read and 6700MB/s write. It holds Windows, your launchers and a sensible library of installed games, and keeps load times short. The B760M-A WIFI D4 board has two M.2 slots, both PCIe 4.0 x4, so one is free for a second NVMe drive. There are also four SATA 6Gb/s ports and mounting for two 3.5″ and three 2.5″ drives in the case. No optical drive is fitted.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB graphics
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB has 2560 cores, 8GB of GDDR6 memory and a 130W power rating. It is a 1080p graphics card, best used at medium to high settings in popular titles. It is not intended for 1440p ultra, 4K or demanding ray tracing.
The card has 3 x DisplayPort 2.1b and 1 x HDMI 2.1b outputs, supporting up to four monitors (the exact layout may vary by card brand). The motherboard’s own video outputs are not active, so every monitor connects directly to the graphics card.
Vida Edge aRGB case and 650W power supply
The Vida Edge aRGB Black is a mid-tower case with a tempered glass side panel. It comes with four pre-installed 120mm ARGB fans: one at the rear and three on the side. It measures 430mm deep, 277mm wide and 430mm high, so it needs a proper desk or floor space but leaves plenty of room for building and upgrading. The Contour 650W ATX PSU is non-modular.
Wi-Fi 6, 2.5GbE and USB connectivity
Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 are built in, alongside a 2.5GbE Realtek LAN port for a wired connection. Audio is 7.1 channel High Definition Audio from a Realtek codec. The rear panel has 2 x Type-A 10Gbps ports, 4 x USB 2.0 ports and the Ethernet port. The front panel adds 1 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0 and an HD audio jack. No keyboard or mouse is included, so use the accessory links below the specification to choose them with your PC.
Ideal for
- 1080p esports and competitive multiplayer gaming
- Mainstream PC gaming at medium to high settings
- A first gaming PC, or an upgrade from an older desktop
- Players who want NVIDIA graphics and a Windows 11 Home system ready to use
- Buyers who want room to add memory and storage later
If you want a sensibly priced 1080p system with a 10-core processor, 1TB of fast storage and room to grow, this i5-12600KF GeForce RTX 5050 gaming PC is a well-balanced choice. It pairs a 12th Gen Intel processor with a current NVIDIA graphics card and leaves free memory slots, a spare M.2 slot and unused SATA ports for future upgrades.
Built to order and tested in the UK by Punch Technology, every system comes with a 3-year parts and labour warranty, backed by over 30 years of PC building experience. The estimated lead time for your configuration is shown when you order.
Full Specification
| Processor | |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-12600KF 3.7/4.9GHz 10 Core, 16 Thread CPU (LGA1700) |
| Cores / Threads | 10 Cores / 16 Threads |
| Frequency | Base 3.7GHz / Max Turbo 4.9GHz |
| Cache | 20MB L3 |
| Integrated Graphics | None (a dedicated graphics card is required) |
| CPU Cooler | Thermalright Assassin King 120 SE 200W CPU Air Cooler (tower air cooler, 148 mm) |
| Memory & Storage | |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4 3200MHz |
| Configuration | Dual Channel – 2 x 8GB |
| Max Supported | 128 GB (4 x DIMM slots, 2 used) |
| Primary SSD | 1TB WD Blue SN5100 M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (7100MB/s R, 6700MB/s W) – operating system and applications |
| Optical Drive | None |
| Graphics & Display | |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR6 GPU (2560 cores, 130 W) |
| Display Outputs | 3 x DisplayPort 2.1b, 1 x HDMI 2.1b on the graphics card (up to 4 x monitors; layout may vary by card brand) |
| Motherboard & Connectivity | |
| Motherboard | ASUS Prime B760M-A WIFI D4 Micro-ATX DDR4 Motherboard (mATX) |
| Chipset | Intel B760 |
| Wired Networking | 2.5GbE (Realtek) LAN |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 – Built-in |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 (built-in) |
| Audio | High Definition Audio 7.1 (Realtek 7.1 Channel High Definition Audio) |
| Rear & Front I/O (Input/Output) | |
| Rear Ports | 2 x Type-A 10Gbps, 4 x Type-A USB 2.0, 1 x RJ-45 2.5GbE Ethernet Port, plus the graphics card's 3 x DisplayPort 2.1b, 1 x HDMI 2.1b |
| Front Ports | 1 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x HD audio jack |
| Motherboard Video (Disabled) | 1 x DisplayPort, 2 x HDMI – not active. The Intel Core i5-12600KF has no integrated graphics, so all monitors connect to the graphics card. |
| Expansion & Internal Slots | |
| PCIe Slots | 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (used by the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR6 GPU), 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4), 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x1) |
| Storage Expansion | 2 x M.2 (PCIe 4.0 x4, PCIe 4.0 x4; 1 used, 1 free), 4 x SATA 6Gb/s (0 used), case mounts for 2 x 3.5" and 3 x 2.5" drives |
| Power, Case & Cooling | |
| Power Supply | Contour 650W ATX PSU (Not certified (~85% at 50% load), ATX 2.4, Non-modular) |
| Chassis | Vida Edge aRGB Black (Mid tower, Tempered glass) |
| Fans | 1 x 120mm ARGB rear, 3 x 120mm ARGB side (pre-installed) |
| Liquid Cooling | None (air-cooled – Thermalright Assassin King 120 SE 200W CPU Air Cooler) |
| Dimensions | 430mm (D) x 277mm (W) x 430mm (H) |
| Software & Support | |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows® 11 Home (Plus licence) (genuine, pre-installed) |
| Input Devices | No keyboard or mouse included |
| Warranty Cover | 3 Years, Parts & Labour |
| First Year | Free returns on warranty claims |
What is the High Performance 12th Gen Gaming PC best for?
The High Performance 12th Gen Gaming PC is primarily a 1080p gaming PC for medium to high settings. The RTX 5050 8GB is the deciding component, and it is matched with a 10-core Intel Core i5-12600KF that keeps frame rates steady in popular multiplayer titles. It is not designed for 1440p ultra settings, 4K gaming or heavy ray tracing.
In esports and online games it handles CS2, Valorant, Fortnite, Apex Legends, Overwatch 2, Rocket League and League of Legends at 1080p. Minecraft, GTA V, Roblox, EA FC and F1 also suit it well. Hogwarts Legacy and Cyberpunk 2077 are playable at medium settings with DLSS.
Where does the High Performance 12th Gen Gaming PC sit in the range?
Below it, the Sapphire Gaming PC uses an Intel Core Ultra 5 225, an AMD Radeon RX 7600 8GB, 16GB of DDR5 5600MHz and a 1TB NVMe SSD. It suits buyers who prefer a DDR5 platform and AMD graphics, while this PC offers NVIDIA graphics on DDR4. Above it, the Haze 14400F White RTX 5060 Gaming PC steps up to an Intel Core i5-14400F and a white Gigabyte RTX 5060 Aero OC 8GB. The Punch GDT with a Ryzen 7 5800X and RX 9060 XT is another step up for buyers who want an AMD Ryzen processor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the High Performance 12th Gen Gaming PC run Fortnite and Cyberpunk 2077?
Yes, it runs Fortnite at 1080p without difficulty, and Cyberpunk 2077 is playable at medium settings with DLSS. The RTX 5050 8GB and Core i5-12600KF also suit CS2, Valorant, Apex Legends, Overwatch 2, Rocket League, Minecraft, GTA V and Roblox. Hogwarts Legacy is playable at medium settings.
Can this PC play games at 1440p?
It is designed for 1080p gaming, and 1440p is not its target. Lighter esports titles can run at higher resolutions with reduced settings, but for regular 1440p play a more powerful graphics card is the better choice. The Haze 14400F White RTX 5060 Gaming PC listed above is the next step up in the range.
Can I change or upgrade the parts later?
Yes. You can change parts in the configurator before you order, and the estimated lead time for your configuration is shown at that point. After you receive it, the motherboard has four DIMM slots (two used) supporting up to 128GB, one free M.2 PCIe 4.0 slot and four unused SATA ports. The case has mounting for two 3.5″ and three 2.5″ drives.
Does it have Wi-Fi, and how many monitors can I connect?
Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 are built in, and there is also a 2.5GbE LAN port. The RTX 5050 graphics card supports up to four monitors through 3 x DisplayPort 2.1b and 1 x HDMI 2.1b outputs, though the layout can vary by card brand. Connect monitors to the graphics card, not to the motherboard.
Who is this PC best suited for?
It is best suited to 1080p gamers who play esports and popular multiplayer titles, and to first-time gaming PC buyers or anyone replacing an older desktop. It also suits buyers who want NVIDIA graphics, a 1TB NVMe SSD and spare upgrade room at a sensible level. Anyone who wants 1440p or 4K gaming should look higher in the range.
Does it come with Windows, a keyboard and a mouse?
It comes with Microsoft Windows 11 Home (genuine, pre-installed). No keyboard or mouse is included. You can choose monitors, keyboards, mice, webcams and cables from the accessory links on this page.
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