Thermaltake's Budget Gaming PCs: Intel Arc B580 or RTX 5060, Starting at $999

If you're aiming to upgrade your gaming setup for smooth 1080p or 1440p performance without breaking the bank, Thermaltake has two compelling prebuilt PCs under $1,100 that are worth considering. These systems offer a solid balance of value and performance for gamers on a budget.

Thermaltake LGCS View Intel Arc B580 Gaming PC – $999.99

The Thermaltake LGCS View i1458H-270 is a standout option at $999.99, featuring an Intel Core i5-14400F processor, Intel Arc B580 GPU, 16GB DDR5-5600MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD—all housed in a sleek Thermaltake View 270 midtower chassis. The system uses standard retail components, making future upgrades simple and cost-effective.

The 14th-gen Intel Core i5-14400F offers strong multi-threaded performance with a maximum turbo frequency of 4.7GHz across 10 cores and 16 threads. Paired with 20MB of cache, it’s more than capable of keeping up with modern gaming demands and won’t bottleneck the powerful Arc B580 GPU. Cooling is handled by a stylish 120mm ARGB tower heatsink and fan combo, ensuring stable performance during long gaming sessions.

The **Intel Arc B580** stands out as one of the best budget GPUs we've tested recently. It delivers excellent frame rates at both 1080p and 1440p resolutions, often outperforming more established options like the GeForce RTX 4060 and Radeon RX 7600. Despite being less well-known than offerings from Nvidia and AMD, the Arc B580 proves itself as a genuine contender in the sub-$300 GPU market.

Editorial Review by Jacqueline Thomas: “Across my test suite, the Intel Arc B580 proved to be a surprisingly powerful card at 1440p—especially considering its $249 MSRP. Intel didn't just match the competition; they beat it while undercutting them on price. This is a rare example of real value in a space often filled with inflated prices and underwhelming performance.”

Thermaltake LCGS Quartz RTX 5060 Gaming PC – $1,099.99 (Preorder)

For those who prefer staying within the Nvidia ecosystem, Thermaltake also offers the LGSP Quartz i1460 prebuilt gaming PC powered by the upcoming NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060. Priced at $1,099.99, this model is currently available for preorder but won't ship until after May 19—the official release date of the RTX 5060. While reviews are still pending, early expectations suggest it will outperform the outgoing RTX 4060 and potentially rival the Arc B580.

While it comes at a $100 premium over the Arc B580-based build, some users may find comfort in sticking with a proven brand like NVIDIA. However, keep in mind that for around $1,200, you can also find RTX 5060 Ti (16GB) configurations, which might be a better fit depending on your usage needs.

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