iBUYPOWER Element SE (PB-ESI5N55-01) vs ASUS TUF T500 (T500MV-DS553)
Comparison summary
- The computers have different operating systems, iBUYPOWER Element SE has Windows 11 Home and ASUS TUF T500 has Windows 11 Pro.
- For displaying graphics Element SE has a better performing graphics card.
- For carrying TUF T500 is lighter. It's also slimmer and smaller in size.
- Element SE is cheaper.
- Element SE has a larger SSD for storage.
iBUYPOWER Element SE (PB-ESI5N55-01)
ASUS TUF T500 (T500MV-DS553)
Compare specifications
| iBUYPOWER Element SE (PB-ESI5N55-01) | ASUS TUF T500 (T500MV-DS553) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| Intel Core i5 Series | Intel Core i5-13420H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 16gb | 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5050 | GeForce RTX 3050 |
| Weight | |
| 36 lbs (16.33 kg) | 13.01 lbs (5.9 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 19.4 x 17.3 x 8.3 inches | 14.05 x 11.67 x 6.12 inches |
| (49.28 x 43.94 x 21.08 cm) | (35.69 x 29.64 x 15.54 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 500gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 11, 2025 | September 9, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,101.99 | $1,169.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,101.99 | $1,169.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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Compare iBUYPOWER Element SE / ASUS TUF T500 vs other Intel i5 gaming PCs:
iBUYPOWER Element SE (PB-ESI5N55-01) summary
iBUYPOWER Element SE is a good value Windows gaming computer released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card that is superb for playing games. You can play older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can run 50% of the games published this year.
iBUYPOWER Element SE Gaming PC Desktop Computer Intel Core i5 14400F CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GPU, 16GB DDR5 RGB 5200MHz RAM, 1TB NVMe SSD, Windows 11 Home, Gamer Keyboard, Mouse - ESI5N5501
Intel Core i5 14400F, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB, 16GB DDR5 RGB 5200MHz 16x1 1TB NVMe SSD, WIFI Ready, Windows 11 Home
Connectivity: 6 x USB 3.1 | 1x RJ-45 Network Ethernet 10/100/1000 | Audio: On board audio
Special Add-Ons: Tempered Glass RGB Gaming Case | 802.11AC Wi-Fi Included | 16 Color RGB Lighting Case | Free iBuyPower Gaming Keyboard & RGB Gaming Mouse | No Bloatware
ASIN: B0FKB8PH95
ASUS TUF T500 (T500MV-DS553) summary
ASUS TUF T500 is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 3050 graphics card which is decent for playing games. You can play older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can run 40% of the games published this year. The computer doesn't come with the top Intel CPU, but enough memory for its price.
ASUS TUF T500 (2025) Gaming Desktop PC, Intel® Core™ i5-13420H Processor, NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050, 512GB M.2 NVMe™ PCIe® 4 SSD, 16GB DDR5 RAM, Windows 11 Pro, T500MV-DS553
Mecha-Inspired Design – Bold lines, yellow accents, and a transparent side panel give the T500 a rugged, anime-inspired look for tactical gaming.
Dependable Performance – Powered with an Intel Core i5-13420H CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 GPU, 16GB DDR5 RAM, and 512GB PCIe Gen 4 SSD storage.
Battle-Tested Cooling – Custom copper heatpipes, a 90mm fan, and optimized airflow keep the system cool and quiet under pressure.
Built to Last – MIL-STD-810H certified for chassis durability against shock, vibration, heat, and altitude—engineered for long-term reliability.
Future-Ready Layout – Tool-less side panels and a spacious interior make it easy to upgrade or maintain your system over time.
ASIN: B0F2BCL2W4