Overview & Specs
“Meet the Arctic Strike — a 1440p & 4K takeover machine, built, tested, and ready to dominate the moment you hit the power button.”
💬 A Quick Thank You & Why We Do This
REAL QUICK — thank you for checking out our listings. We’re working hard to bring DDR5-based builds to the market that still perform exceptionally well at 1440p and 4K in 2026. Right now, DDR5 pricing has skyrocketed — kits we used to source around $125 are now often $400+, and GPU and SSD prices are also on the rise. Because of these increases, our build prices have had to go up. We truly appreciate your understanding, and when the market stabilizes, our prices will return to normal.
Let’s start by saying thanks for checking us out — we love what we do here. That passion is what separates us from everyone else. Our PCs are truly built with love for the hobby. Every build is carefully reviewed to make sure you get the most performance for your money.
🌌 Why Choose Northern Lights Customs
🩷 1-Year Parts & Labor Warranty If a part fails within one year, it’s replaced. (Some components carry longer manufacturer warranties (see our page for full details.)
🚀 Free shipping lower 48 Fast Shipping Most systems ship within 1–2 business days, so you can start gaming sooner.
📦 Heavy-Duty Protection Instapak foam + double-boxed packaging to prevent shipping damage.
🎯 Customer-Focused Service 100% positive feedback. We use trusted, name-brand components — especially quality power supplies for long-term reliability and performance.
Here is a link to a pc part picker so you can see the build-it-yourself price
PC part picker build it for yourself $1600 if you can find RAM under $600
Hears a link to put in the specs and the game you want to play, and will give you a general idea of what you can expect for fps
check your favorite games' FPS numbers here
🧠 Core Specs
ALL NEW PARTS except the 3 TB HDD it came refurbished from pc server parts
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 9600X (6 Cores / AM5)
GPU: ASRock Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB
Motherboard: Gigabyte b650m gaming plus wifi
RAM: 16GB TeamGroup DDR5 (2x8GB Dual Channel) upgrade to 32 4x8, not the best config for am5 but will work on this board for $130 more. Message before you buy ill send you a listing updated to buy
Storage:
1TB Western Digital SN5000 NVMe SSD (OS & Games)
3TB Western Digital WD Pro HDD (Games, Mass Storage & Media) refurbished from pc server parts
Power Supply: Raidmax 650W ATX
Case: Zalman White Mid-Tower
Cooling: High-Performance Air Cooling
OS: Windows 11 Activated (OEM License)
what to expect from us
🧪 Full System Stress Test (CPU, GPU, RAM & Storage) for stability and thermals
🧹 Clean Cable Management for airflow and a premium look
🪟 Windows 11 Installed & Activated (OEM License) — Ready to Game Out of the Box
🔌 Includes Extras: Power cable, Wi-Fi antennas, spare SATA cables, and GPU support bracket (when applicable)
📦 Secure Packaging with foam protection + tracking provided
🎮 Estimated Gaming Performance – 1440p High/Ultra
- Fortnite: 180–240+ FPS
- Warzone: 120–160 FPS
- GTA V: 140+ FPS
- Cyberpunk 2077: 85–110 FPS
- DayZ: 120+ FPS
- Apex Legends: 170+ FPS
🖥️ Estimated Gaming Performance – 4K High/Optimized, you may have to use FSR/frame gen for more demanding games
- Fortnite: 90–120 FPS
- Warzone: 70–95 FPS
- GTA V: 90+ FPS
- Cyberpunk 2077: 55–70 FPS
- DayZ: 70–90 FPS
- Apex Legends: 90–120 FPS
⚠️ Performance Disclaimer
FPS estimates are averages and will vary based on game settings, resolution scaling, driver versions, background applications, and whether you choose to enable features like upscaling or frame generation. Your preferred visual quality and performance tuning will directly impact final results. ✅ What You’re Getting)
- CPU BrandAMD
- CPU SeriesRyzen 5
- CPU ModelRyzen 5 9600X
- CPU SocketAM5
- CPU Core count6 cores
- CPU Cooler BrandID-COOLING
- CPU Cooler TypeAir
- CPU Cooler SocketMultiple Intel and AMD
- GPU ChipsetAMD
- GPU BrandASRock
- GPU SeriesRadeon RX 9060 XT 16GB
- GPU Memory16GB
- Memory Capacity16GB
- Memory Memory BrandTeamgroup
- Memory TypeDDR5
- Memory Number of Modules2
- Memory Form FactorDIMM (Desktop)
- Internal Storage Capacity4TB
- Internal Storage InterfaceOther
- Internal Storage Form FactorOther
- Internal Storage BrandWestern Digital
- Motherboard BrandGigabyte
- Motherboard Form FactorMicro-ATX
- Case BrandZalman
- Case Form FactorMid-Tower
- Case ColorWhite
- Power Supply BrandRaidmax
- Power Supply Wattage650W
- Power Supply Form FactorATX
- PC RGB OptionAddressable
Shipping & Returns
- Buyer can return this item
- Buyer must return item within 7 days of delivery
- Buyer must pay a restocking fee of 30%
- Buyer is responsible for return shipping costs
- Buyer is responsible for loss in value (as agreed upon with seller) if an item isn't returned in original condition
❄️ Arctic Strike – 1440p Beast | RX 9060 XT 16GB | Ryzen 5 9600X | 4TB/16gb ddr5/650 watt psu ❄️
Performance Scorecard
These scores summarize real-world gaming performance and value based on this PC's components and price.
Overview & Specs
“Meet the Arctic Strike — a 1440p & 4K takeover machine, built, tested, and ready to dominate the moment you hit the power button.”
💬 A Quick Thank You & Why We Do This
REAL QUICK — thank you for checking out our listings. We’re working hard to bring DDR5-based builds to the market that still perform exceptionally well at 1440p and 4K in 2026. Right now, DDR5 pricing has skyrocketed — kits we used to source around $125 are now often $400+, and GPU and SSD prices are also on the rise. Because of these increases, our build prices have had to go up. We truly appreciate your understanding, and when the market stabilizes, our prices will return to normal.
Let’s start by saying thanks for checking us out — we love what we do here. That passion is what separates us from everyone else. Our PCs are truly built with love for the hobby. Every build is carefully reviewed to make sure you get the most performance for your money.
🌌 Why Choose Northern Lights Customs
🩷 1-Year Parts & Labor Warranty If a part fails within one year, it’s replaced. (Some components carry longer manufacturer warranties (see our page for full details.)
🚀 Free shipping lower 48 Fast Shipping Most systems ship within 1–2 business days, so you can start gaming sooner.
📦 Heavy-Duty Protection Instapak foam + double-boxed packaging to prevent shipping damage.
🎯 Customer-Focused Service 100% positive feedback. We use trusted, name-brand components — especially quality power supplies for long-term reliability and performance.
Here is a link to a pc part picker so you can see the build-it-yourself price
PC part picker build it for yourself $1600 if you can find RAM under $600
Hears a link to put in the specs and the game you want to play, and will give you a general idea of what you can expect for fps
check your favorite games' FPS numbers here
🧠 Core Specs
ALL NEW PARTS except the 3 TB HDD it came refurbished from pc server parts
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 9600X (6 Cores / AM5)
GPU: ASRock Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB
Motherboard: Gigabyte b650m gaming plus wifi
RAM: 16GB TeamGroup DDR5 (2x8GB Dual Channel) upgrade to 32 4x8, not the best config for am5 but will work on this board for $130 more. Message before you buy ill send you a listing updated to buy
Storage:
1TB Western Digital SN5000 NVMe SSD (OS & Games)
3TB Western Digital WD Pro HDD (Games, Mass Storage & Media) refurbished from pc server parts
Power Supply: Raidmax 650W ATX
Case: Zalman White Mid-Tower
Cooling: High-Performance Air Cooling
OS: Windows 11 Activated (OEM License)
what to expect from us
🧪 Full System Stress Test (CPU, GPU, RAM & Storage) for stability and thermals
🧹 Clean Cable Management for airflow and a premium look
🪟 Windows 11 Installed & Activated (OEM License) — Ready to Game Out of the Box
🔌 Includes Extras: Power cable, Wi-Fi antennas, spare SATA cables, and GPU support bracket (when applicable)
📦 Secure Packaging with foam protection + tracking provided
🎮 Estimated Gaming Performance – 1440p High/Ultra
- Fortnite: 180–240+ FPS
- Warzone: 120–160 FPS
- GTA V: 140+ FPS
- Cyberpunk 2077: 85–110 FPS
- DayZ: 120+ FPS
- Apex Legends: 170+ FPS
🖥️ Estimated Gaming Performance – 4K High/Optimized, you may have to use FSR/frame gen for more demanding games
- Fortnite: 90–120 FPS
- Warzone: 70–95 FPS
- GTA V: 90+ FPS
- Cyberpunk 2077: 55–70 FPS
- DayZ: 70–90 FPS
- Apex Legends: 90–120 FPS
⚠️ Performance Disclaimer
FPS estimates are averages and will vary based on game settings, resolution scaling, driver versions, background applications, and whether you choose to enable features like upscaling or frame generation. Your preferred visual quality and performance tuning will directly impact final results. ✅ What You’re Getting)
- CPU BrandAMD
- CPU SeriesRyzen 5
- CPU ModelRyzen 5 9600X
- CPU SocketAM5
- CPU Core count6 cores
- CPU Cooler BrandID-COOLING
- CPU Cooler TypeAir
- CPU Cooler SocketMultiple Intel and AMD
- GPU ChipsetAMD
- GPU BrandASRock
- GPU SeriesRadeon RX 9060 XT 16GB
- GPU Memory16GB
- Memory Capacity16GB
- Memory Memory BrandTeamgroup
- Memory TypeDDR5
- Memory Number of Modules2
- Memory Form FactorDIMM (Desktop)
- Internal Storage Capacity4TB
- Internal Storage InterfaceOther
- Internal Storage Form FactorOther
- Internal Storage BrandWestern Digital
- Motherboard BrandGigabyte
- Motherboard Form FactorMicro-ATX
- Case BrandZalman
- Case Form FactorMid-Tower
- Case ColorWhite
- Power Supply BrandRaidmax
- Power Supply Wattage650W
- Power Supply Form FactorATX
- PC RGB OptionAddressable
Shipping & Returns
- Buyer can return this item
- Buyer must return item within 7 days of delivery
- Buyer must pay a restocking fee of 30%
- Buyer is responsible for return shipping costs
- Buyer is responsible for loss in value (as agreed upon with seller) if an item isn't returned in original condition