Elite 1440p Gamers
Either GPU option delivers high-refresh 1440p performance in today’s most demanding titles.
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$2,499.99 – $2,529.99Price range: $2,499.99 through $2,529.99
The Ares V1 pairs an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D with your choice of a Radeon RX 9070 16GB or an RTX 5070 12GB for elite 1440p gaming and strong 4K capability. Every component below can be customized before checkout.
✓ AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D — 8-Core, 4.7GHz
✓ Radeon RX 9070 16GB or RTX 5070 12GB (Your Choice)
✓ 32GB DDR5-6000 CL36
✓ Crucial P310 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
✓ 360mm AIO + 10 Case Fans
✓ 850W PSU · Matrix Series Chassis
This is the starting configuration. PC case finish and GPU can both be changed in the configurator above before checkout.
| Component | Specification | What It Delivers |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, 4.7GHz (8-Core) | Elite gaming performance, smooth frame pacing, and strong efficiency |
| GPU | Radeon RX 9070 16GB or RTX 5070 12GB (configurable) | Strong 1440p gaming performance, capable 4K gameplay, and modern GPU features |
| Motherboard | Gigabyte B850 GAMING X WIFI6E (ATX, AM5) | Modern AM5 platform with Wi-Fi 6E, DDR5 support, and upgrade flexibility |
| Memory | 32GB DDR5-6000 CL36 | Fast DDR5 memory for gaming, streaming, editing, and multitasking |
| Storage | Crucial P310 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD | Fast boot times, quick game loading, and strong storage for games and projects |
| Cooling | 360mm AIO Liquid Cooler | Strong liquid cooling for long gaming and workload sessions |
| Case | Matrix Series Chassis (Black or White) | Premium Sirius styling with strong airflow and clean presentation |
| Case Cooling | 10 Case Fans | Strong airflow for consistent long-session stability |
| Power Supply | 850W PSU | Strong power delivery for this Ryzen 7 gaming configuration |
| OS | Windows 11 Home 64-bit | Ready for modern gaming, productivity, and daily use |
| Warranty | 3-Year Labor + Manufacturer Part Warranties | Covered support for the life of the build |
Estimated ranges for this configuration. Actual FPS varies by selected GPU, game patch, drivers, and in-game settings.
| Game | 1440p High/Ultra | 4K High | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Call of Duty / Warzone | 150–230+ FPS | 90–150+ FPS | Smooth competitive gameplay with strong 1440p performance |
| Fortnite UE5 | 140–220+ FPS | 85–140+ FPS | Strong visuals with tuned settings |
| Apex Legends | 190–290+ FPS | 120–190+ FPS | Excellent high-refresh 1440p experience |
| Valorant | 400+ FPS | 300+ FPS | Ultra-high-refresh esports performance |
| Counter-Strike 2 | 300–470+ FPS | 220–350+ FPS | Fast input feel and strong competitive FPS |
| Cyberpunk 2077 (Upscaling/Tuned) | 95–155+ FPS | 60–100+ FPS | Good visual experience with smart tuning |
| Baldur’s Gate 3 | 150–230+ FPS | 95–160+ FPS | Smooth RPG gameplay |
| Forza Horizon 5 | 170–260+ FPS | 110–180+ FPS | Crisp visuals and smooth racing performance |
| Starfield | 90–150+ FPS | 60–105+ FPS | Smooth open-world performance with tuned settings |
| GTA V / GTA Online | 220–330+ FPS | 150–240+ FPS | Extremely smooth at high settings |
| Minecraft with Shaders | 140–230+ FPS | 85–150+ FPS | Strong shader-heavy performance |
| Microsoft Flight Simulator | 90–150+ FPS | 60–105+ FPS | Strong sim performance with balanced settings |
The Ryzen 7 9800X3D and your choice of RX 9070 or RTX 5070 are built for gamers who want elite 1440p performance with real graphics-brand flexibility.
Either GPU option delivers high-refresh 1440p performance in today’s most demanding titles.
400+ FPS in Valorant and up to 470+ FPS in Counter-Strike 2 give a real edge in high-refresh competitive play.
8 cores and 32GB of DDR5 keep OBS, Discord, and browser sources running smoothly alongside your game.
GPU-accelerated performance in Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Blender, depending on your chosen GPU.
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Choose the RX 9070 16GB if you want more VRAM, strong 1440p performance, and Radeon-focused value. Choose the RTX 5070 12GB if you prefer NVIDIA features like DLSS-supported performance, ray tracing support, and GeForce software tools. Both are strong picks — the choice comes down to VRAM headroom versus NVIDIA-specific features.
1440p is where the Ares V1 is strongest, delivering excellent high-refresh performance. It’s also capable at 4K in most titles with tuned settings or upscaling enabled — just don’t expect every game maxed out at native 4K the way a flagship-tier GPU would deliver.
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Both use an 8-core X3D processor from the same Ryzen 9000 generation, but the Ares V1 uses the standard Ryzen 7 9800X3D with a choice of RX 9070 or RTX 5070 in the Matrix Series chassis, while the Overwatch V3 uses the Ryzen 7 9800X3D paired with an RX 9070 XT in the Satellite Series chassis. Compare GPU tier and chassis style to see which fits your setup.
Both case finishes use identical internal hardware and performance — the choice is purely aesthetic, so pick whichever fits your setup.
XFX Swift OC Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB
Intel Core i5-12600K
MSI PRO B760-P WiFi DDR4
Corsair Vengeance LPX 16 GB
Crucial P310 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe
$1,569.99 Original price was: $1,569.99.$1,389.99Current price is: $1,389.99.
RTX 5080 16 GB
AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D
ASUS PRIME X870P WiFi
32 GB
2 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe
$2,899.99 – $3,259.99Price range: $2,899.99 through $3,259.99
MSI SHADOW 2X OC RTX 5060 8 GB
AMD Ryzen 5 7600X
MSI B650 Gaming Plus WiFi
G.Skill Flare X5 16 GB DDR5-6000
Crucial P310 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe
$1,644.99 Original price was: $1,644.99.$1,369.99Current price is: $1,369.99.
The 9800X3D’s 3D V-Cache is what keeps frame times consistent regardless of which GPU you pick — in CPU-sensitive moments like packed Warzone lobbies or Counter-Strike 2 firefights, the extra cache prevents the stutter and 1% low drops you’d see from a non-X3D chip at this price point. That consistency holds true whether you pair it with the RX 9070 or the RTX 5070.
Both GPU options are sized for the same target: elite 1440p with genuine 4K capability, not stretched toward one resolution or the other. The 9800X3D isn’t waiting on either GPU choice, and neither GPU is held back by the CPU — this is a matched foundation regardless of which graphics path you choose.
The Gigabyte B850 GAMING X WIFI6E gives this build built-in Wi-Fi 6E and a modern AM5 foundation — DDR5 support and a genuine upgrade path to future Ryzen generations without a motherboard swap. This isn’t a placeholder board; it’s a legitimate mid-to-high-tier platform on its own, which is part of why the base configuration doesn’t feel like a starting shell that needs immediate upgrades.
32GB (dual-channel) DDR5-6000 covers 1440p/4K gaming, streaming, and everyday creative multitasking without memory becoming a limiting factor for most buyers. The 2TB Crucial P310 NVMe gives you room for a substantial modern game library plus active project files — large enough that most buyers won’t hit the ceiling quickly, though heavy creator libraries or extensive game collections may eventually want a second drive.
Both GPU options in this build draw real power under sustained 1440p/4K load, and the cooling setup is sized to handle either configuration without compromise. The 360mm AIO keeps the 9800X3D at its rated boost clocks through extended sessions, while the 10-fan Matrix chassis configuration maintains consistent airflow whether you’ve selected the RX 9070 or the RTX 5070 — you’re not getting a cooling setup calibrated for the lower-power option only.
Choose Ares V1 if:
Consider a different Sirius build if:
Does Choosing RX 9070 vs RTX 5070 Change Anything Else in the Build?
No — the CPU, motherboard, memory, storage, cooling, and case remain identical regardless of which GPU you select; only the graphics card itself changes.
How Loud Is This System Under Load?
The 360mm AIO and 10-fan configuration are sized to handle either GPU option’s full power draw, keeping fan speeds controlled during typical 1440p/4K gaming sessions.
Can I Add a Second Storage Drive to This Build?
The B850 platform supports additional NVMe storage; discuss options with our team if your library or project files are likely to exceed the base 2TB.
Is Wi-Fi 6E Actually Useful, or Should I Use Wired Ethernet?
A wired connection remains the most consistent option for competitive gaming latency; Wi-Fi 6E is a meaningful upgrade over older wireless standards if wired isn’t available in your setup.
Does the Ares V1’s Streaming/Creator Framing Mean It’s Less Focused on Gaming?
No — gaming performance is identical whether or not you use the system for streaming or creator work; the CPU and cooling headroom simply mean those additional uses don’t come at the cost of gaming performance.
Why Does This Build Use an 850W PSU Instead of a Larger One?
850W provides solid headroom above what either GPU option requires at stock, without over-provisioning power capacity this build’s component list doesn’t need.
This build’s PC case finish and GPU are configurable before checkout. Configuration shown above reflects the base Ares V1 build.