Best Gaming PC for Apex Legends

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Best Gaming PC for Apex Legends
(2026 Performance Guide)

Fast movement, tight gunfights, and ranked lobbies in Apex Legends expose weak PCs immediately. To skip the guesswork and go straight to a ready-to-queue tower, here are the three Sirius Power PC picks:

Budget

Nova V3

1080p high-FPS entry

Mid-range

Sentinel V2

1440p competitive + strong 4K

High-end

Vanguard V2

flagship Apex, streaming, and creator setup

All three systems ship with Windows 11 Pro 64-bit, are fully assembled and stress-tested, and arrive ready for the EA App, Steam, or Origin.

About Apex Legends on PC

Apex Legends from Respawn Entertainment and Electronic Arts (EA) is a fast-paced battle royale and ranked shooter built around:

squad-based gunfights on maps like World’s Edge, Storm Point, and Broken Moon
abilities and ultimates from legends like Wraith, Octane, Bangalore, Horizon, and Bloodhound
quick repositioning, slide mechanics, and high mobility gunplay

A strong PC gives you:

high, stable FPS in hot drops and end circles
quick texture and asset loading when rotating across the map
low input latency on 144 Hz and 240 Hz monitors

If you want an apex gaming computer that feels responsive in every fight, hardware choices matter.

Apex Legends PC Requirements
(Minimum / Recommended / Competitive)

These are practical tiers (not just bare minimums) to understand where each Sirius system sits.

Minimum – 1080p Low

CPU

Older 4-core Core i3 / Ryzen 3

RAM

8 GB

GPU

Older entry GPU / integrated

Storage

256–500 GB SSD

Recommended – 1080p High

CPU

6-core Core i5 / Ryzen 5

RAM

16 GB

GPU

Midrange RTX / Radeon RX

Storage

500 GB–1 TB SSD

Competitive – 1080p / starter 1440p

CPU

6–10 core Core i5/i7 / Ryzen 5/7

RAM

16–32 GB

GPU

Strong midrange GPU

Storage

1 TB NVMe SSD

1440p / 4K + streaming / creation

CPU

8–24 core Core i7/i9 / Ryzen 7/9

RAM

32 GB +

GPU

High-end GPU with 16 GB VRAM

Storage

2 TB NVMe SSD

Our 3 Recommended PCs for Apex Legends

Budget: Nova V3 – 1080p high-FPS entry

Who Nova V3 is for

You play on a 1080p 144 Hz monitor.
You want strong FPS without paying mid/high-tier pricing.
You still play other modern games and want a balanced rig.

Why Nova V3 fits Apex Legends

Core i5-12600K delivers excellent single-core and multi-core performance for battle royale workloads plus Discord, voice, and overlays.
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB handles 1080p High settings with competitive FPS and room for other titles.
16 GB RAM and 1 TB NVMe SSD keep loads and updates fast, with enough capacity for other games.

If you want a starter apex legends gaming computer that already feels like a real esports tower, Nova V3 is the entry point.

Current price:
$1,389.99 (down from $1,569.99)

Positioning:

Nova V3 is the affordable way into high-FPS Apex Legends at 1080p, with enough CPU and GPU muscle to handle ranked, pubs, and other shooters.

Nova V3 — Core Specs

CPU: Intel Core i5-12600K (10 Cores / 16 Threads, up to 4.9 GHz Boost)
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Assassin X 120 Refined SE
Motherboard: MSI PRO B760-P WiFi DDR4 (ATX, LGA1700)
Memory: 16 GB (2×8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16
Storage: Crucial P310 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe
GPU: XFX Swift OC Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB
Case: Sirius Matrix PC Case
Case Cooling: 4× Case Fans
PSU: 850W Power Supply
OS: Windows 11 Pro 64-bit

Mid-range: Sentinel V2 – 1440p competitive + strong 4K

Who Sentinel V2 is for

You play on a 1440p high-refresh monitor now or plan to upgrade soon.
You mix Apex with other demanding games and want consistent performance.
You keep many apps open: streams, content, browsers, and more.

Why Sentinel V2 fits Apex Legends

Ryzen 7 7800X3D is one of the strongest gaming CPUs available, excellent for high-FPS shooters.
Radeon RX 9070 16 GB targets high-refresh 1440p gaming and smooth entry-level 4K.
32 GB DDR5 and 2 TB NVMe SSD give lots of room for large libraries and background apps.

Sentinel V2 is the mid-tier answer if you want your apex gaming computer to feel high-end without going all the way to flagship pricing.

Current price: $2,099.99 (down from $2,399.99)

Positioning:

Sentinel V2 is for players who want 1440p as their main target, strong 4K options, and a CPU that sits among the best for gaming.

Sentinel V2 — Core Specs

CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D (8 Cores, 16 Threads, 4.2 GHz Base / 5.0+ GHz Boost)
Cooler: 360mm AIO Liquid Cooler
Motherboard: ASUS B650E-E WiFi (ATX, AM5)
Memory: 32 GB (2×16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36
Storage: Crucial P310 2 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe
GPU: Radeon RX 9070 16 GB
Case: Satellite Series Case – Black Knight or Clementine
Case Cooling: 4× Case Fans
PSU: 850W Power Supply
OS: Windows 11 Pro 64-bit

High-end: Vanguard V2 – flagship Apex + creator rig

Who Vanguard V2 is for

You want to push Apex at high refresh on 1440p or 4K monitors.
You stream, record, or edit content on the same machine.
You want maximum CPU and GPU headroom for future titles.

Why Vanguard V2 fits Apex Legends

Core i9-14900K offers elite gaming and multitasking performance with 24 cores and 32 threads.
Radeon RX 9070 XT 16 GB targets 1440p Ultra and strong 4K play in Apex and other AAA titles.
10 high-airflow fans plus 360mm AIO cooling keep clocks stable during long ranked sessions and streaming.

If you want a single tower that can truly be called a flagship apex legends gaming computer, Vanguard V2 is that tier.

Current price: $2,229.99 (down from $2,899.99)

Positioning:

Vanguard V2 is designed for players and creators who want everything: 1440p/4K Apex, streaming, editing, and heavy multitasking on one platform.

Vanguard V2 — Core Specs

CPU: Intel Core i9-14900K (24 Cores / 32 Threads)
Cooling: 360 mm AIO Liquid Cooler
Motherboard: ASUS Z790 Gaming WiFi 7 (LGA1700)
Memory: Crucial Pro OC 32 GB DDR5-6000 CL36
Storage: Crucial P310 2 TB NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD
GPU: PowerColor Hellhound OC Radeon RX 9070 XT 16 GB
Case: Satellite Series High-Airflow Chassis
Case Cooling: 10× High-Airflow Fans
Power Supply: 1200W PSU
OS: Windows 11 Pro 64-bit

Sirius Apex PCs vs Typical Prebuilts

Aspect	Sirius Power PC (Nova V3 / Sentinel V2 / Vanguard V2)	Typical prebuilt tower
CPU choice	Modern Intel Core / AMD Ryzen gaming CPUs	Older or cut-down processors
GPU clarity	Exact Radeon model and VRAM listed	Vague “gaming graphics” descriptions
Memory	Dual-channel 16–32 GB kits	8–16 GB, often single-channel
Storage	1–2 TB NVMe SSD as primary	Small SSD + HDD or HDD-only
Cooling	Multi-fan airflow + 360mm AIO on mid/high tiers	Minimal fans, higher temps, more noise
Power supply	850W–1200W branded PSUs with headroom	Lower wattage, generic PSUs
Motherboard	Standard ATX platforms with Wi-Fi and upgrade paths	Proprietary or low-end boards, limited expansion
Testing & support	Stress-tested builds, warranty, and lifetime tech help	Basic boot test, limited post-sale assistance

This is what differentiates a focused Apex tower from a generic “gaming PC” box.

Why buy your Counter-Strike 2 PC from Sirius Power PC?

When you invest in a CS2 rig from Sirius Power PC, you’re getting more than parts dropped into a case. You’re getting a full service designed to keep your game stable across updates.

Sirius Power PC focuses on:

Professional assembly & stress testing
Every Nova V1, Nebula V2, and Relay V5 build is hand-assembled and pushed under CPU and GPU load before shipping.
3-Year Labor Warranty + Lifetime Technical Support
You get long-term support for troubleshooting, tuning, and future upgrades.
Insured, crate-level shipping protection
Internal packing and wooden crate options reduce damage risk in transit.
Retail components only
No weird OEM-only boards or PSUs; everything is standard and replaceable if you want to upgrade beyond baseline rigs later.

That’s how you get a system that stays reliable from update to update instead of just “booting on day one.”

Apex Legends PC FAQs

Do you need a good PC to run Apex?

You don’t need a high-end rig to launch Apex Legends, but you do need a solid PC for high FPS, smooth fights, and low input delay, especially in ranked. Nova V3 covers 1080p well; Sentinel V2 and Vanguard V2 go further.

How many FPS can a 700 dollar PC run?

A $700 system can often reach playable FPS at 1080p Low/Medium in Apex, but it will struggle with stability, higher settings, and multitasking. These Sirius builds are specced above that range to keep gameplay smooth for years.

Is 120 FPS good for Apex?

Yes, 120 FPS is good for Apex Legends, especially on a 120 Hz or 144 Hz monitor. Higher tiers like Sentinel V2 and Vanguard V2 are designed to comfortably exceed that at 1080p and 1440p with competitive settings.

What graphics card do I need to run Apex?

For 1080p High, a midrange GPU like the Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB in Nova V3 is enough. For high-refresh 1440p and strong 4K play, GPUs like the Radeon RX 9070 16 GB and Radeon RX 9070 XT 16 GB in the higher tiers are ideal.

How should you pick your Apex Legends tier and move forward?

You can choose between three clear roles: value 1080p, 1440p competitive, and flagship performance plus creation.

Want a strong 1080p starter with modern features and upgrade room?
→ Nova V3 – 1080p High-FPS Apex Entry

Want the best balance for 1440p competitive play and a huge game library?
→ Sentinel V2 – 1440p Competitive Apex Tower

Want a single system built for 1440p/4K, streaming, and editing?
→ Vanguard V2 – Flagship Apex & Creator Rig

Pick your tier, add it to cart, and your pc arrives ready to drop into Apex Legends lobbies without any part hunting or DIY work.