# iBUYPOWER Slate RTX 5070

- Source: https://stierproducts.com/products/ibuypower-slate-rtx-5070
- Category board: https://stierproducts.com/categories/gaming-pcs
- Placement: #4 of 11 in Gaming PCs, C tier
- Brand: iBUYPOWER
- LP on this board: 489
- Last researched: 2026-08-30T07:01:08.397Z
- Method: https://stierproducts.com/methodology
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## Verdict

A viable option when building a PC, although not ideal.

## For

- Provides high-end GPU performance for the price
- Suitable for users who want to build around it
- Core i7/32GB DDR5 combo
- Competitive pricing
- Strong performance

## Against

- Not the best overall value compared to other builds
- Uses outdated RTX 5070 Ti
- Performance drops in newer games

## Flagged as one to avoid

This product entered 5 of 8 runs as one buyers cross-shop but should not buy, rather than as a pick. It is published here rather than dropped.

## Evidence

Consolidated from 60 cited sources across 42 outlets

| Outlet | Said by | Stance | Link | Link status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Facebook | Paul Moran | B | https://www.facebook.com/groups/372119787729533/posts/1319050013036501/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Facebook | - | B | https://www.facebook.com/wccftech/posts/the-redditor-posts-his-story-on-the-rpcmasterrace-sub-reddit-boasting-about-his-/1528703595923227/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Windows Central | windowscentral.com | B | https://www.windowscentral.com/best-pre-built-gaming-pcs-microsoft-flight-simulator | fetched and confirmed |
| Forbes | Rebecca Isaacs | B | https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbes-personal-shopper/article/best-desktop-computer/ | fetched and confirmed |
| IGN | Eric Song | B | https://www.ign.com/articles/ibuypower-rtx-5070-one-of-the-best-gaming-pc-deals-for-1000 | fetched and confirmed |
| WIRED | Brad Bourque | C | https://www.wired.com/review/ibuypower-rdy-slate-9mp-r01/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Brandon Veza | Brandon Veza | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMCYOaoLgeo | fetched and confirmed |
| Vermax | Vermax | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nGxoxiUrdI | fetched and confirmed |
| GG Tech Reviews | GG Tech Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPUN2i2NX8I | fetched and confirmed |
| HotshotTek | HotshotTek | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FaWO_uvRnP4 | fetched and confirmed |
| Best Buys Reviewed | Best Buys Reviewed | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NN5T_6piCk | fetched and confirmed |
| Sound & Vision Lab | Sound & Vision Lab | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRXgfcf8URo | fetched and confirmed |
| GenuineCritics | GenuineCritics | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNIUMExnzDc | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech FBI | Tech FBI | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHtlqesfDho | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Gear | Tech Gear | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5gqtJxtJiI | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech King | Tech King | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P_TrQcySwmQ | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Trends Hub | Tech Trends Hub | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XeK5krtNjxo | fetched and confirmed |
| Epic Tech | Epic Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKf-cG4LbtY | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Mania | Tech Mania | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzsF-YtgJ_U | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Trends Hub | Tech Trends Hub | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnjWBFVOD0w | fetched and confirmed |
| Star & Sports Daily | Star & Sports Daily | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yttjbs6QrOM | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech King | Tech King | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LPHs6IetSw | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech World | Tech World | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ns70lUTL-pw | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Trends | Tech Trends | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJ3N7KYklok | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Mania | Tech Mania | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rOO-Di8cD4 | fetched and confirmed |
| Epic Tech | Epic Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJY5GoIm0wI | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Buzz | Tech Buzz | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-RC3puWmdQ | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Mania | Tech Mania | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gqd9qZ_nX9E | fetched and confirmed |
| CalTechinal | CalTechinal | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDD6K8uX67o | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Trends | Tech Trends | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OumI9WkK5XY | fetched and confirmed |
| Outside Tech | Outside Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g17cruKIjAk | fetched and confirmed |
| 4KGearLab | 4KGearLab | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDCMw-Wp_BM | fetched and confirmed |
| Bright Tech Vision | Bright Tech Vision | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWruXdDmlkw | fetched and confirmed |
| The Review Hub | The Review Hub | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXILDIKgnb4 | fetched and confirmed |
| Best Tech Review | Best Tech Review | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ub4HELCA0o | fetched and confirmed |
| Legendary Tech | Legendary Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQ_TJuv3Dvg | fetched and confirmed |
| A-Z tech | A-Z tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8fztIRVIHc | fetched and confirmed |
| Gaming Tech | Gaming Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohbUEy6qBhM | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Uncover | Tech Uncover | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZ0-HC5RmPg | fetched and confirmed |
| Gaming Tech | Gaming Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCfzk-XOjmM | fetched and confirmed |
| ReviewNest Daily | ReviewNest Daily | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5oEGrcojbnk | fetched and confirmed |
| GenuineCritics | GenuineCritics | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhWEk7K0jlU | fetched and confirmed |
| A-Z tech | A-Z tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6ALmb4kQfA | fetched and confirmed |
| Epic Tech | Epic Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K69nBErzp0k | fetched and confirmed |
| Baglamukhi55 | Baglamukhi55 | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5KmeWXQcaX4 | fetched and confirmed |
| Gaming Tech | Gaming Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mc-kEndCAy8 | fetched and confirmed |
| Gaming Tech | Gaming Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5eJDLBc1bJ8 | fetched and confirmed |
| Best Tech Review | Best Tech Review | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ve3eNOg5LWY | fetched and confirmed |
| PC Gamer | pcgamer.com | B | https://www.pcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-pcs/this-is-by-far-the-cheapest-rtx-5070-gaming-pc-deal-out-there-right-now-but-you-have-to-make-one-quick-and-easy-upgrade-first/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Deals | Tech Deals | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCv7-zFdloU | fetched and confirmed |
| finderBinder | finderBinder | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDZLrN73Rgg | fetched and confirmed |
| Baglamukhi55 | Baglamukhi55 | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqBYYgAGVeQ | fetched and confirmed |
| Champion Tech | Champion Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYnCqfd284M | fetched and confirmed |
| Champion Tech | Champion Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aRrwiuNwnVo | fetched and confirmed |
| Bhadrakali | Bhadrakali | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rx6h_gOkUQ | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Geyar | Tech Geyar | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tA2hEjo-Fxc | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech doc | Tech doc | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJSdCMq59zo | fetched and confirmed |
| Forbes | Rebecca Isaacs | B | https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbes-personal-shopper/article/best-gaming-pcs/ | fetched and confirmed |
| r/Prebuilts | u/GlobalBird4 | B | https://www.reddit.com/r/Prebuilts/comments/1qouv0z/went_to_micro_center_for_a_powerspec_g757_sales/ | fetched and confirmed |
| r/Prebuilts | u/Sharp_History6452 | D | https://www.reddit.com/r/Prebuilts/comments/1q3fj6t/which_ibuypower_prebuilt_from_costco_is_a_better/ | fetched and confirmed |

## Nearest alternatives on this board

| Rank | Product | Tier | Page |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | Corsair Vengeance a7500 | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/corsair-vengeance-a7500 |
| 2 | Lenovo Legion Tower 7i | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/lenovo-legion-tower-7i |
| 3 | Alienware Aurora R15 | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/alienware-aurora-r15 |
| 5 | iBUYPOWER RDY Element 9 Pro R07 | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/ibuypower-rdy-element-9-pro-r07 |
| 6 | iBUYPOWER 9 Pro | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/ibuypower-9-pro |
| 7 | CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/cyberpowerpc-gamer-xtreme |
| 8 | Skytech Blaze 3.0 | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/skytech-blaze-3-0 |
| 9 | XOTIC PC “X-Series” | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/xotic-pc-x-series |
| 10 | Skytech Blaze II | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/skytech-blaze-ii |
| 11 | Lenovo Legion Go S | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/lenovo-legion-go-s |

The full board is at https://stierproducts.com/categories/gaming-pcs.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is the iBUYPOWER Slate RTX 5070 for?

The iBUYPOWER Slate RTX 5070 is for the buyer who wants high-end GPU performance for the price today and plans to build around the system later. Reviewers praise its Core i7 and 32GB DDR5 combination, competitive pricing and strong performance. It sits at rank 4 in C tier on our gaming PCs board because it is not the best overall value compared with other builds. If you want a finished system you will not touch again, the Corsair Vengeance a7500 in S tier is the better buy.

### What is the better alternative to the iBUYPOWER Slate RTX 5070 on this board?

The Corsair Vengeance a7500, our rank 1 pick in S tier, is the better buy for most people, with praised components, quiet cooling and excellent after-sales service. If you want to stay with the same brand, the iBUYPOWER RDY Element 9 Pro R07 sits one place below in the same C tier and is praised for reliable cooling and long-term durability, though reviewers call it heavier on the budget side.

### Is the iBUYPOWER Slate RTX 5070 still worth it in 2026?

Only if you are buying it as a platform to upgrade. Reviewers on our board note that the iBUYPOWER Slate RTX 5070 uses an outdated RTX 5070 Ti and that performance drops in newer games, which is why it sits in C tier despite strong performance for the price. The Core i7 and 32GB DDR5 base gives you something worth carrying forward to a newer graphics card. If you want a system that stays strong as shipped, buy the Corsair Vengeance a7500 instead.

### What goes wrong with the iBUYPOWER Slate RTX 5070?

The complaints reviewers record for the iBUYPOWER Slate RTX 5070 are about value and ageing rather than hardware failures. It is not the best overall value compared with other builds, its RTX 5070 Ti is described as outdated, and performance drops in newer games. One of the variants they tracked is described as a high price for a marginal gain. No overheating, noise or build quality faults are recorded against it.

### Can I upgrade the iBUYPOWER Slate RTX 5070 later?

Yes, and that is its main strength. Reviewers on our board describe the iBUYPOWER Slate RTX 5070 as suitable for users who want to build around it, with a Core i7 and 32GB DDR5 to carry a future graphics card. Before you buy, confirm the power supply has spare wattage and the case has room for a longer card, since those are the two limits that usually stop a graphics card swap in a prebuilt.

## What this tier means

- C: Fair. Acceptable in the right situation, outclassed at its price.

## How to read this

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