iBUYPOWER Pro (PB-8486040-288) vs iBUYPOWER Scale (SCA5N5501)
Comparison summary
- For performance iBUYPOWER Scale has a faster processor.
- For displaying graphics iBUYPOWER Pro has a better graphics card.
- Scale is smaller in size.
- Scale is cheaper.
- Scale has a larger SSD for storage.
iBUYPOWER Pro (PB-8486040-288)
iBUYPOWER Scale (SCA5N5501)
Compare specifications
| iBUYPOWER Pro (PB-8486040-288) | iBUYPOWER Scale (SCA5N5501) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 5 5600 | AMD Ryzen 5 8400F |
| 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 3060 12GB | GeForce RTX 5050 |
| Weight | |
| - | 36 lbs (16.33 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 19.3 x 18.9 x 8.66 inches | 19.4 x 18.5 x 8.66 inches |
| (49.02 x 48.01 x 22 cm) | (49.28 x 46.99 x 22 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 500gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| July 30, 2022 | August 21, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,199.99 | $1,084.49 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,199.99 | $1,084.49 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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iBUYPOWER Pro (PB-8486040-288) summary
iBUYPOWER Pro is a good value Windows gaming computer. It has the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB GPU which is brilliant for playing games. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The computer doesn't have the best AMD CPU, but enough memory for its price.
iBUYPOWER Pro Gaming PC Computer Desktop TraceMR 288a (AMD Ryzen 5 5600 3.5 GHz, GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB, 16 GB DDR4 RAM, 500 GB NVMe SSD, WiFi Ready, Windows 11 Home)
System Spec: AMD Ryzen 5 5600 3.5 GHz | GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB | 16 GB DDR4 RAM | 500 GB 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
Warranty: 1 Year Parts & Labor + Free Lifetime US Tech Support | Assembled in the U.S.A
ASIN: B0B7QKB8XR
iBUYPOWER Scale (SCA5N5501) summary
iBUYPOWER Scale is a fine value Windows gaming computer released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5050 GPU which is good for playing games. You can play older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can run 60% of the games published this year. The computer has a great AMD CPU and decent memory for its price.
iBUYPOWER Scale Gaming PC Desktop AMD Ryzen 5 8400F CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GPU, 16GB DDR5 RGB 5200MHz RAM, 1TB NVMe SSD, Windows 11 Home, Computer with Gamer Keyboard and Mouse - SCA5N5501
AMD Ryzen 5 8400F Processor (CPU), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB Graphics Card (GPU), 16GB DDR5 RGB 5200MHz (16x1) RAM (Memory), 1TB NVMe SSD (Storage), WiFi Ready, Windows 11 Home Official
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: B0FMXY24Q1