i5-14600KF Intel DDR5 Gaming PC

Intel Core i5-14600KF NVIDIA RTX 5060 Gaming PC – Built in the UK

The i5-14600KF Intel DDR5 Gaming PC is an entry-level 1080p gaming PC for esports, popular multiplayer titles and everyday use, built around a 14-core Intel processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060.

 
This i5-14600KF NVIDIA RTX 5060 gaming PC pairs a 14-core, 20-thread Intel Core i5-14600KF with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB graphics card, 16GB of DDR5 memory and a 1TB WD Blue SN5100 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. Everything sits in a Lian Li LANCOOL 217 case with a wood and black finish and a tempered glass side. It is built to order in the UK, so you can change parts in the configurator to suit your budget and the games you play. It suits players who want a quick, tidy 1080p machine on a modern Intel Z790 DDR5 platform with room to grow.

 
The i5-14600KF Intel DDR5 Gaming PC is built on an Intel Core i5-14600KF processor (6 performance cores and 8 efficient cores, 20 threads, up to 5.3GHz) on a Gigabyte Z790 Eagle AX ATX motherboard. It has an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 graphics card, 16GB of DDR5 5600MHz memory in two 8GB modules and a 1TB WD Blue SN5100 M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. It ships with genuine, pre-installed Microsoft Windows 11 Home and a 3-year parts and labour warranty.

Intel Core i5-14600KF processor

The Intel Core i5-14600KF has 14 cores (6 performance and 8 efficient) and 20 threads. The performance cores run from a 3.5GHz base up to a 5.3GHz maximum turbo, backed by 24MB of L3 cache. That high single-core speed matters in games, where one or two threads often set the frame rate, while the extra efficient cores keep Discord, a browser and background apps from getting in the way. The “KF” suffix means the chip has no integrated graphics, so a dedicated card is required and this build includes one. The processor is overclockable and the Z790 chipset allows it. The Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 Mini dual-tower air cooler keeps the system quiet and simple, and if you plan to push the processor hard you can choose a different cooler in the configurator.

DDR5 memory and 1TB NVMe storage

The system has 16GB of DDR5 5600MHz memory running in dual channel as two 8GB modules, which is a sensible amount for current games with a browser and chat apps open alongside. The Gigabyte Z790 Eagle AX has four DIMM slots and supports up to 256GB, with two slots free for later upgrades. 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 and your game library, and it cuts boot times and loading screens compared with a SATA drive. The motherboard has three M.2 slots, all PCIe 4.0 x4, with two still free, plus four SATA 6Gb/s ports. The case has mounts for two 3.5in and five 2.5in drives, so adding more storage later is straightforward.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 has 8GB of GDDR7 memory and 3840 cores, with a rated power of 145W. It is a 1080p graphics card, aimed at medium to high settings in current titles, and it is not intended for 4K gaming or demanding ray tracing. The card provides 3 x DisplayPort 2.1b and 1 x HDMI 2.1b outputs, so you can run up to four monitors (the exact layout may vary by card brand). All monitors connect to the graphics card, because the processor has no integrated graphics and the motherboard video outputs are not active.

Lian Li LANCOOL 217 case and air cooling

The Lian Li LANCOOL 217 is a mid tower with a Wood/Black finish and a tempered glass side panel, measuring 482mm deep, 238mm wide and 503mm high. It comes with five fans pre-installed: two 170mm front intake fans, one 140mm rear exhaust fan and two 120mm fans on the PSU shroud. Cool air is pulled in at the front and exhausted at the rear, which suits a processor and graphics card of this class. Power comes from a Contour 750W ATX 3.1 non-modular PSU. The build is air-cooled, with no liquid cooling fitted.

Connectivity and ports

The Z790 Eagle AX board has 2.5GbE wired networking, built-in Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3, so the PC can go straight onto your home network or connect to wireless headsets and controllers. Realtek 7.1 HD audio is built in. At the rear you get 1 x USB Type-A 10Gbps, 1 x USB Type-C 10Gbps, 4 x USB Type-A 5Gbps and 2 x USB 2.0, plus the 2.5GbE Ethernet port. The front panel has 1 x USB 3.2 Type-C, 2 x USB 3.0 Type-A and a microphone/headphone combo jack. No keyboard or mouse is included.

Ideal for

• 1080p gamers who want medium to high settings in current titles
• Esports players of CS2, Valorant, Apex Legends and Fortnite who want fast single-core performance
• Buyers who prefer a DDR5, Intel Z790 platform with free DIMM and M.2 slots for later upgrades
• Players who want a wood and black tempered glass case rather than an all-black tower
• Anyone who wants a built-to-order PC they can adjust in the configurator before ordering

The i5-14600KF NVIDIA RTX 5060 gaming PC is a well-balanced 1080p system. The 14-core processor is quick enough for esports and modern games, and the RTX 5060 8GB is matched to that resolution. DDR5 memory and a PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD keep it responsive, and free memory, M.2 and SATA connections leave space to expand. Windows 11 Home is genuine and pre-installed, and the system is covered by a 3-year parts and labour warranty.

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.

What is the i5-14600KF Intel DDR5 Gaming PC best for?

The i5-14600KF Intel DDR5 Gaming PC is primarily a 1080p gaming PC. The RTX 5060 8GB runs current games at medium to high settings at that resolution, and the fast Intel processor keeps competitive shooters and esports titles responsive. It is not aimed at 4K gaming, 1440p at ultra settings or demanding ray tracing, which call for a higher graphics tier.

At 1080p it handles CS2, Valorant, Fortnite, Apex Legends, Warzone, Rocket League, Minecraft, GTA V, League of Legends, DOTA 2, Roblox and Overwatch 2 well. Elden Ring, Baldur’s Gate 3 and Hogwarts Legacy run at medium settings.

Where does the i5-14600KF Intel DDR5 Gaming PC sit in the range?

Among the Intel gaming PCs this is an entry-level system. Below it, the Metal R Ryzen Gaming PC and the Titanium Gaming PC both use an AMD Ryzen 7 processor with DDR4 memory and a 16GB AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT, so choose them if you prefer AMD or want more graphics memory. Above it, the Mist 7600 White AMD Gaming PC RTX 5060 keeps the same RTX 5060 8GB and DDR5 memory but moves to an AMD Ryzen 5 7600 with 32GB. The Iridium Ti Ryzen Corsair iCUE Gaming PC adds a Corsair FRAME 4000D RS ARGB case and 32GB of DDR4. This PC is the one to pick for an Intel Z790 DDR5 platform with free upgrade slots.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the i5-14600KF Intel DDR5 Gaming PC run Fortnite, Apex Legends and Warzone?

Yes, it runs all three well at 1080p. The same goes for CS2, Valorant, Rocket League, Minecraft, GTA V, League of Legends, DOTA 2, Roblox and Overwatch 2. For more demanding games it targets medium settings, including Elden Ring, Baldur’s Gate 3 and Hogwarts Legacy.

Is the RTX 5060 good enough for 1440p or 4K?

The RTX 5060 8GB is designed for 1080p. It can drive a 1440p monitor in lighter and esports titles, but 1440p at ultra settings and 4K gaming need a more powerful graphics card. If you want more headroom, choose a higher graphics tier in the configurator.

Can I upgrade the memory and storage later?

Yes. The motherboard has four DIMM slots with two in use and supports up to 256GB of DDR5. It also has three M.2 slots (two free) and four free SATA ports, and the case has mounts for two 3.5in and five 2.5in drives.

How many monitors can I connect to this PC?

You can connect up to four monitors to the graphics card, which has 3 x DisplayPort 2.1b and 1 x HDMI 2.1b (the layout may vary by card brand). The Intel Core i5-14600KF has no integrated graphics, so the motherboard video outputs are not active. Plug every monitor into the graphics card.

Who is this PC best suited for?

It is best suited to 1080p gamers and esports players who want an Intel Core i5 system on a DDR5, Z790 platform. It also suits anyone who wants a tempered glass wood and black case and free memory and storage slots for later upgrades. Buyers who want 1440p at ultra settings or 4K should look at a higher graphics tier.

Can I change the parts in this PC?

Yes. This PC is built to order, so you can change parts in the configurator before you buy, and the estimated lead time for your configuration is shown when you order. Windows 11 Home is supplied genuine and pre-installed. No keyboard or mouse is included, but you can add them from the accessories links on this page.