Yes — the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K / RTX 5080 build with 96GB of RAM is a strong pick for buyers who game and also run memory-heavy workloads like virtual machines, large creative projects, or many simultaneous applications. Its biggest advantage is 96GB of RAM, triple what most gaming PCs ship with. It's priced at $6,399.99 CAD.
Quick Verdict
Specifications
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 285K — 24 Cores (8P+16E), Intel 20A Process, 5.7GHz Boost |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 — 16GB GDDR7, DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Gen |
| CPU Cooler | TRYX PANORAMA SE 360mm ARGB AIO Liquid Cooler |
| RAM | 96GB Corsair RGB (2×48GB) DDR5 + Vengeance RGB Light Enhancement Kit |
| Storage | 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD, Gen 4 |
| PSU | [INFO REQUIRED] |
| Motherboard | [INFO REQUIRED] |
| Case | Corsair 3200D + 7 RGB Fans |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro, pre-activated |
| Warranty | 1-year parts + labour — GamerTech |
| Shipping | Free Canada-wide. Same-day pickup/shipping: Vaughan, ON |
Specs verified against the live product listing on gamertech.ca, 2026-07-17. PSU and motherboard model are not listed on the product page.
The Core Ultra 9 285K is Intel's current flagship CPU, built on the Intel 20A process, with 24 cores split between Performance and Efficiency clusters — strong for both gaming and heavily threaded work. The standout component here is the RAM: 96GB, in a 2×48GB Corsair Vengeance RGB kit. Most gaming PCs, including several of GamerTech's own flagship builds, ship with 32GB — 96GB is roughly three times that, which matters specifically for workloads standard gaming RAM can't comfortably handle: running multiple virtual machines, working with very large creative project files (high-resolution video timelines, large 3D scenes), or keeping dozens of memory-hungry applications open simultaneously without slowdown. The RTX 5080's 16GB of GDDR7 handles the gaming side capably at 4K. The TRYX Panorama SE 360mm AIO adds ARGB cooling with visual flair matching the rest of the build.
Real-World Use Cases
- 4K gaming — fully capable on its own merits
- Running multiple virtual machines simultaneously — the primary reason to choose 96GB over 32GB
- Large creative project files — high-resolution video editing, large 3D scenes
- Extreme multitasking — dozens of applications, browser tabs, and background services at once
Performance Expectations
Intel's published specifications confirm the Core Ultra 9 285K's 24-core configuration and Intel 20A process, and NVIDIA's specifications confirm the RTX 5080's 16GB GDDR7 / DLSS 4 support (manufacturer spec). GamerTech has not yet published internal frame-rate or memory-workload benchmarks for this exact configuration. As a general expectation, 4K gaming should be comfortable at 80–100fps, though this specific claim has not been independently measured for this unit.
Why This PC Offers Good Value
At $6,399.99 CAD, the value case for this specific build is narrow and workload-dependent: for a buyer who genuinely needs 96GB of RAM (VMs, large creative files), this saves the cost and complexity of a separate workstation, since the RTX 5080 already delivers strong 4K gaming on top. For a buyer who doesn't need that much memory, the 32GB Intel i9-14900K / RTX 5080 build at $5,999.99 CAD delivers essentially the same gaming performance for less.
How It Compares
| This PC (96GB) | i9-14900K/RTX 5080, 32GB (similar price, less RAM) | 9800X3D/RTX 5080 Miku (more, different focus) | i9-14900K/RTX 5090 (more, higher GPU) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $6,399.99 | $5,999.99 | $8,999.99 | $9,499.99 |
| RAM | 96GB DDR5 | 32GB DDR5 | 32GB DDR5 | 32GB DDR5 |
| GPU | RTX 5080, 16GB | RTX 5080, 16GB | RTX 5080, 16GB | RTX 5090, 32GB |
| Best for | VMs, large projects + gaming | Gaming + streaming, standard RAM | Aesthetic/collector build | Uncapped 4K, more VRAM |
Buyers who don't specifically need 96GB of RAM should choose the standard 32GB i9-14900K / RTX 5080 build instead — nearly identical gaming performance for $400 less. Buyers who want maximum GPU headroom over RAM capacity should consider the RTX 5090 tier.
Advantages & Disadvantages
- 96GB of RAM — roughly triple a typical gaming PC, genuinely useful for VMs and large project files
- Current-generation Intel flagship CPU on the 20A process
- RTX 5080 delivers strong 4K gaming independent of the RAM capacity
- ARGB cooling and case lighting integrated throughout
- PSU and motherboard model not disclosed on the product page
- The extra 64GB of RAM offers no benefit for buyers who only game
- Meaningfully pricier than the otherwise-similar 32GB variant
- Not the flagship RTX 5090 GPU tier
Who Should Buy It?
Buyers who game and also run memory-intensive workloads — virtual machines, large video/3D project files, or extreme multitasking — where 32GB would be a genuine bottleneck.
Who Should Not Buy It?
Buyers who only game should choose the standard 32GB i9-14900K / RTX 5080 build instead — same core gaming experience for less money.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 96GB of RAM overkill for gaming?
For gaming alone, yes — no current game meaningfully uses more than 32GB. The extra capacity is aimed at VMs, large creative files, and heavy multitasking.
Who actually needs 96GB of RAM?
Buyers running multiple virtual machines, working with very large video or 3D project files, or keeping dozens of memory-hungry applications open simultaneously.
Is the RTX 5080 good for 4K gaming?
Yes — 16GB of GDDR7 with DLSS 4 support handles current 4K titles well.
What motherboard and PSU does this use?
Not listed on the current product page — contact GamerTech directly to confirm before purchase.
Does Windows come installed?
Yes, Windows 11 Pro comes pre-installed and activated.
Does it ship across Canada?
Yes, free shipping Canada-wide, with same-day pickup or shipping from Vaughan, ON for orders before 4 PM.
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$6399.99 CAD — new build, 96GB RAM, 1-year parts + labour warranty
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For buyers whose workload genuinely needs more memory than a standard gaming PC provides — VMs, large creative files, extreme multitasking — the Core Ultra 9 285K / RTX 5080 with 96GB of RAM at $6,399.99 CAD fills that specific niche well; buyers without that need are better served by the standard 32GB variant.
