GeekaPC 'Emperor' Gaming PC
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The GeekaPC Emperor build is an excellent 1440p and 4K gaming PC encased inside the Deepcool CG530 case. Gamers have the choice between the new AMD RX 9070 XT and NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti graphics cards, which are great GPU options capable of providing impressive framerates in modern titles at 1440p with excellent performance at 4K too.
At the core of the Emperor build is the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X. This mid-range Ryzen CPU has eight cores, sixteen threads, and a clock speed of 5.5GHz. It's a solid processor across the board and offers stronger efficiency than its predecessor, the Ryzen 7 7700X.
The DeepCool LE360 V2 is the liquid cooler ensuring that the Ryzen 7 9700X stays nice and cool. This AIO comes equipped with three addressable RGB fans, alongside a translucent pump block design, which glows with glorious lighting once your system is powered.
Housing all of the parts in this build is the DeepCool CG530 4F. This chassis is almost a cross between the King 65 Pro and Antec C5, chassis that we both love, striking a fine balance between the two. It offers solid cable management, two tempered glass panels to view all of the wonderful RGB inside the build, and four pre-installed fans providing solid airflow across the board.
For RAM, this build uses a Kingston Fury Beast RGB kit, rated at 32GB (2 x 16GB). This memory is incredibly reliable and offers a solid speed and latency. The capacity can also be bumped up to 64GB (2 x 32GB) for those looking to need a bit more power from the RAM.
Regarding storage, the Lexar NQ790/EQ790 has returned. This build uses 1TB for the base configuration, but there are 2TB and 4TB capacities available for gamers who need more storage space.
Finally, this gaming PC is powered by the Corsair RM850e power supply. It offers 850W of power, which is more than ample for the parts we've chosen. This unit is well-built, provides an 80 Plus Gold efficiency rating, and uses the ATX 3.1 standard, which offers streamlined cabling for both AMD and NVIDIA graphics cards.
This build has a dedicated video on the GeekaWhat YouTube channel where the host, James Cousins, details the entire step-by-step process. He covers each component's pros (and cons), along with a suite of gaming benchmarks at the end, providing an idea of how this system performs.
*Note: The GPU model shown in the video and attached photos is the Gigabyte AORUS RX 9070 XT. GeekaPC reserves the right to use any RX 9070 XT or RTX 5070 Ti model as requested, depending on real-time availability.
CPU (Processor): AMD Ryzen 7 9700X
The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is a high-performance 8-core desktop processor built on the advanced Zen 5 4nm architecture for Socket AM5 motherboards. With excellent single-core and gaming performance paired with exceptional power efficiency at 65W TDP, this unlocked processor delivers impressive speed and thermal management for gaming and professional workloads.
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 7600 | AMD Ryzen 5 9600X | AMD Ryzen 7 9700X In Build | AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Zen 4 | Zen 5 | Zen 5 | Zen 5 (3D V-Cache) |
| C/T | 6 / 12 | 6 / 12 | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Base / Boost | 3.8 / 5.1 GHz | 3.9 / 5.4 GHz | 3.8 / 5.5 GHz | 4.7 / 5.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32MB | 32MB | 32MB | 96MB |
| Socket | AM5 | AM5 | AM5 | AM5 |
| TDP | 65W | 65W | 65W | 120W |
CPU Cooler: Deepcool LE360 V2
A capable 360mm AIO with three 120mm ARGB fans and Hydro Bearing pump technology. Rated for 250W+ TDP and finished in all-black, it delivers solid cooling performance at a competitive price for demanding gaming builds.
Motherboard: Gigabyte X870 Eagle WiFi7
A step up from the B850, the X870 Eagle brings dual USB4 ports as standard — great for high-speed peripherals and external storage. Wi-Fi 7 and a strong feature set make this a brilliant mid-range option for Ryzen builds.
Rear I/O Panel
RAM: Corsair Vengeance DDR5 RGB 32GB 6000MHz CL36
A popular DDR5 kit that hits the sweet spot for AMD Ryzen builds — 6000 MT/s is widely regarded as the ideal speed for the AM5 platform and the ten-zone RGB lighting looks great through any windowed case.
SSD: Biwin Black Opal NV7400
The Biwin Black Opal NV7400 is an excellent addition to any system. With sequential read speeds up to 7400 MB/s and write speeds up to 6500 MB/s, it's fast, reliable, and resilient for high-framerate gaming.
GPU (Graphics Card): Choose Your Option
The GeekaPC Emperor is available with two GPU options to suit your budget and resolution targets. Both of these GPUs perform expertly at 1440p with legs at 4K too.
Case: Deepcool CG530 4F
A full-size ATX panoramic case with a pillarless dual tempered glass design that gives a clean, unobstructed view of your entire build. Four pre-installed ARGB fans, back-connect motherboard support, and 360mm radiator compatibility make it a solid all-round showcase case.
PSU: Corsair RM850e
The go-to choice for builds with power-hungry components like the RTX 5080 or RX 9070 XT. 850W of fully modular, 80+ Gold power with PCIe 5.1 support gives you plenty of room to run demanding hardware without worry.
Operating System: Windows 11
All of our systems come preinstalled with an activated copy of Windows 11 set to the 'Out of Box Experience'. This allows you to set the PC back up to your liking.
Gaming Benchmarks
See how each variant of the GeekaPC Emperor performs in a range of titles.
The below frame rates give you a good indication of how well this system will perform in a wide variety of titles at 1440p. Please note, your exact milage will vary depending on a number of factors and the below figures are intended as a guide!
Cyberpunk 2077
High Settings @ 1440p
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
High Settings @ 1440p
F1 25
Ultra High Settings @ 1440p
Doom: The Dark Ages
High Settings @ 1440p
