iBuyPower Slate Gaming Desktop review: Strong gaming value and extras
The iBuyPower Slate pairs a Ryzen 7 7700X3D and RTX 5070 in a stylish RGB-equipped chassis, delivering strong gaming performance and surprising extras, though productivity performance trails some similarly priced rivals.
The iBuyPower Slate Gaming Desktop is priced at $1,999.99 and comes with a powerful RTX 5070 graphics card, AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D processor, 32GB of DDR5-5200 memory, and a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD. This mid-tower desktop features a tempered-glass case with RGB lighting, allowing for excellent airflow and visibility. The included network is a RZ616 Wi-Fi 6E, which requires connected antennas for optimal range.
The Slate boasts a wide range of ports, including USB-C 3.2, USB-A 3.2, and Ethernet connections. Its cooling system utilizes a 360mm liquid cooler. Software such as the Hyte Nexus app controls the RGB lighting and can be toggled off when not needed. Despite its Ryzen 7 7700X3D processor, the Slate performs well in gaming benchmarks, surpassing other mid-range desktops with similar configurations, especially in game scenarios.
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