If you have been following the gaming hardware scene in 2026, you know there is one specific configuration that stands above the rest. It’s the “Sweet Spot”—the perfect balance of price and crushing performance.
We’re talking about the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070.
Walk into a big-box store on Bell Road, and you might see an HP Omen or Alienware with these specs on the box. But don’t be fooled. Those systems are often choked by poor airflow, proprietary motherboards, and cheap power supplies.
That is why we created the Emerald Special—a custom-built rig designed to unlock the true potential of this hardware, right here in Peoria.
The Specs: Why This Combo Wins
We chose these components because they offer the best gaming performance for your dollar in 2026.
1. The Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
This chip is the undisputed “King of Gaming.” Thanks to AMD’s 3D V-Cache technology, it delivers higher frame rates in simulation games (like Factorio or Flight Simulator) and competitive shooters than significantly more expensive CPUs.
- The Emerald Difference: Big brands often put this chip in a case with bad airflow, causing it to throttle (slow down) when it gets hot. We cool ours with a premium 360mm Liquid AIO, ensuring it boosts to max speed and stays there.
2. The Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070
The RTX 50-series is here, and the 5070 is the star of the show. It crushes 1440p gaming and handles 4K with ease, utilizing the latest DLSS 4 technology to double your framerates in supported games.
- The Emerald Difference: We don’t use the loud, cheap “blower-style” cards you find in pre-builts. We use premium cards from trusted brands like ASUS and MSI with massive heatsinks for quiet, cool operation.
Why Buy the “Emerald Special” vs. A Pre-Built?
You might see a similar spec sheet at a retail store. Here is why the Emerald Special is the better investment for your home.
No Proprietary “Junk”
If the power supply dies in an Alienware, you often have to buy a specific replacement from Dell. If the motherboard dies, the case becomes useless.
- The Emerald Promise: We use standard ATX parts. This means in 3 years, if you want to upgrade your case, swap your power supply, or add more fans, you can. You own your PC—it doesn’t own you.
Built for Arizona Summers
We live in the desert. We know that ambient temperatures matter.
- High-Airflow Cases: We exclusively build the Emerald Special in “Mesh Front” cases (like the Corsair 4000D or Lian Li Lancool) that let fresh air in.
- Professional Cable Management: Our technicians route every cable behind the motherboard tray, leaving a clear path for air to cool your GPU.
Local Warranty & Support
If you buy a PC online and it arrives with a broken glass panel, you have to ship it back and wait weeks. If you buy an Emerald Special, we are right here on Vogel Ave. You get a 1-year warranty on our labor and full manufacturer warranties on every single part (often 3-5 years).
Ready to Dominate the Leaderboards?
Stop settling for overheating, loud, locked-down computers. Get a machine built by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts.
Come see the Emerald Special in action today.
Emerald Computers 7642 W Vogel Ave, Suite 3 Peoria, AZ 85345 623-240-2424
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