Yes — the refurbished i9-13900K / RTX 4070 Super is a compelling value pick for buyers wanting flagship-tier specs without flagship-tier pricing. It's best for 1440p and 4K gaming plus demanding multitasking. Its biggest advantage is a 26% discount off GamerTech's own comparison price ($3,399.99 → $2,499.99), with the reason honestly disclosed. It's priced at $2,499.99 CAD.
Quick Verdict
Specifications
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i9-13900K — 24 Cores / 32 Threads |
| CPU Cooler | Enermax 240mm AIO Liquid Cooler |
| Motherboard | ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Super |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5 (1×32GB) |
| Storage | 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD |
| PSU | EVGA SuperNOVA 1300 G2 — 1300W, 80+ Gold |
| Case | Cooler Master TD500 Mesh V1 — missing top magnetic dust filter (disclosed) |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro, pre-activated |
| Warranty | 1-year (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. GamerTech discloses the missing case dust filter directly on the product page rather than in fine print.
The i9-13900K is a 24-core flagship-tier Intel CPU (8 Performance + 16 Efficiency cores) — genuinely capable of heavy multi-threaded workloads alongside gaming. The RTX 4070 Super is a strong 1440p-to-4K GPU with good ray-tracing performance and DLSS support. 32GB of DDR5 in a single stick is generous capacity, though single-channel; a future second stick would unlock dual-channel bandwidth. The ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is a genuinely premium motherboard — well above what's typically found in this price tier, refurbished or not. The EVGA 1300W PSU has enormous headroom, more than this build currently needs, which is useful if the GPU is upgraded later. The one real cosmetic flaw — a missing top dust filter on the case — is disclosed directly on the product page along with GamerTech's note that a replacement filter is inexpensive to source.
Real-World Use Cases
- 1440p Ultra and 4K gaming — the RTX 4070 Super handles both well
- Heavy multitasking alongside gaming — 24 CPU cores give real headroom
- Light content creation (video editing, streaming) alongside gaming
- Not recommended for buyers who need a cosmetically flawless case out of the box
Performance Expectations
Intel and NVIDIA's published specifications confirm the i9-13900K's 24-core configuration and the RTX 4070 Super's ray-tracing and DLSS support (manufacturer spec). GamerTech has not yet published internal frame-rate testing for this exact unit. As a general expectation, 1440p Ultra should run smoothly in current titles, with 4K comfortable in most titles using DLSS — a general expectation, not a measured result.
Why This PC Offers Good Value
The listed discount — $3,399.99 down to $2,499.99, roughly 26% off — is a real, evidence-backed value claim specifically because GamerTech discloses the reason (the missing case dust filter) rather than framing it as an unconditional flagship deal. A 24-core CPU, a premium ASUS Hero motherboard, and a 1300W Gold PSU at this price would be difficult to match new; whether it's cheaper than equivalent competitor refurbished listings has not been independently verified with dated sourcing.
How It Compares
| This PC | Ryzen 5 9600X/RTX 5070 (similar price) | Ryzen 9 9950X/RX 7900 XTX (more) | Ryzen 7 9800X3D/RTX 5070 Ti (more) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,499.99 | $2,999.99 | $3,899.99 | $4,199.99 |
| Condition | Refurbished, disclosed flaw | New | New | New |
| CPU cores | 24 (i9-13900K) | 6 (Zen 5) | 16 (Zen 5) | 8 (Zen 5 + 3D V-Cache) |
| Best for | Max cores per dollar, refurbished | 1440p high-refresh, new platform | Gaming + heavy content creation | Fastest gaming CPU, new platform |
Buyers who want new (not refurbished) hardware at a similar price should consider the Ryzen 5 9600X / RTX 5070 build. Buyers wanting even more CPU cores for content creation should look at the Ryzen 9 9950X / RX 7900 XTX build. Buyers prioritizing gaming-specific CPU performance should consider the Ryzen 7 9800X3D / RTX 5070 Ti build.
Advantages & Disadvantages
- 24-core flagship CPU + premium ASUS Hero motherboard at a steep discount
- 1300W PSU headroom for future upgrades
- Honest, disclosed cosmetic flaw rather than hidden
- Bench-tested, 1-year warranty
- Case is missing its top magnetic dust filter (disclosed, inexpensive to replace)
- RAM is single-channel (1×32GB) rather than a dual-channel kit
- Refurbished — the i9-13900K generation has had documented degradation concerns industry-wide worth researching independently before buying any 13th-gen Intel system, new or used
- Not the newest CPU generation available
Who Should Buy It?
Buyers who want flagship-tier CPU core count and a premium motherboard at a steep discount, and who don't mind a disclosed, inexpensive-to-fix cosmetic flaw.
Who Should Not Buy It?
Buyers wanting a cosmetically perfect out-of-box case, or buyers specifically concerned about 13th-gen Intel CPU longevity, should consider a current-generation AMD build like the Ryzen 5 9600X / RTX 5070 instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's wrong with the case?
The Cooler Master TD500 Mesh V1 is missing its top magnetic dust filter. All other panels, mesh, glass, and hardware are present and functional — GamerTech discloses this directly and prices the unit accordingly.
Is the RTX 4070 Super good for 4K gaming?
Yes, in most current titles at high-to-ultra settings, especially with DLSS enabled for the most demanding releases.
Should I be worried about 13th-gen Intel CPU issues?
Some 13th/14th-gen Intel CPUs have had documented instability concerns industry-wide; this unit has been bench-tested by GamerTech, but buyers with specific concerns should research this independently before purchasing.
Can the RAM be expanded to dual-channel?
Yes — the ASUS Maximus Z790 Hero has additional DIMM slots for a second 32GB stick.
What warranty is included?
GamerTech's page states a 1-year warranty on this refurbished unit — confirm parts vs. labour-only coverage before purchase.
Does it ship across Canada?
Yes, free shipping Canada-wide, with same-day pickup or shipping from Vaughan, ON.
Refurbished | Intel i9-13900K | RTX 4070 Super | Custom Built Computer
$2499.99 CAD — bench-tested, disclosed condition, 1-year warranty
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For buyers who want flagship-tier CPU power and a premium motherboard at a steep discount, and who are comfortable with an honestly disclosed cosmetic flaw, the refurbished i9-13900K / RTX 4070 Super at $2,499.99 CAD is the strongest price-to-spec refurbished pick in GamerTech's lineup.
