Walmart Cuts RTX 5060 Gaming Desktop to $849, Undercutting Steam Machine
Walmart is selling the ABS Cyclone Aqua gaming PC with an RTX 5060 for $849 for a limited time. The system includes an Intel Core 5 120 processor, 16GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. The article says it can handle 1080p gaming at 60fps and offers better performance than the more expensive Steam Machine.
Walmart's limited-time price puts the ABS Cyclone Aqua RTX 5060 desktop at $849, reduced from $1,199.99. The system combines an Intel Core 5 120 six-core, twelve-thread CPU, 16GB DDR4 RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. Its GPU targets 1080p play, with the article citing about 20%-30% gains over the RTX 4060 before DLSS 4 features.
The piece compares it with the $1,049 Steam Machine, which has a low-wattage CPU and a custom GPU likened to an RX 7600 or RTX 4060. Since the ABS costs less and is described as faster, the article calls the matchup settled. A caveat: moving to DDR5 later would mean replacing both motherboard and processor.
This deal could make entry-level PC gaming more attainable for budget-conscious players, especially those comparing desktops with consoles or compact Steam Machines. Lower upfront costs may encourage more people to choose upgradeable systems, though DDR4 limitations could push future spending. Retail promotions like this may also pressure rivals to adjust pricing, potentially benefiting shoppers while raising expectations for affordable 1080p performance.