A Walmart shopper reportedly found an iBUYPower Y40 gaming desktop on clearance for $800, cutting about $1,100 from its usual retail price.
The prebuilt PC includes an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F processor, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 with 12GB of graphics memory, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. It also comes with a liquid CPU cooler, a 750W 80 Plus Gold power supply, a B860 motherboard, and an included keyboard and mouse.
Comparable listings place the normal price near $1,700, making the clearance purchase unusually strong. At $800, the system costs less than many entry level gaming desktops while offering hardware intended for demanding 1440p gaming.
The deal appears to have been limited to one local Walmart store, so the same price may not be available elsewhere.
The hardware makes the $800 price difficult to match
The RTX 5070 is the most valuable part of the system. It is designed for high refresh rate 1440p gaming and can also handle selected games at 4K with adjusted settings and upscaling.
The Core Ultra 7 265F provides enough performance for gaming, streaming, productivity, and general multitasking. Since it is an F series processor, it does not include integrated graphics, but that is not a concern in a system with a dedicated RTX 5070.
| Component | Included specification |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 265F |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 12GB |
| Memory | 32GB DDR5 |
| Storage | 1TB NVMe SSD |
| Motherboard | Intel B860 |
| CPU cooling | All in one liquid cooler |
| Power supply | 750W 80 Plus Gold |
| Case | iBUYPower Y40 mid tower |
| Accessories | Keyboard and mouse |
| Clearance price | $800 |
A custom built PC with similar specifications would normally cost considerably more. Even allowing for differences in component brands and prebuilt pricing, the graphics card, processor, memory, storage, motherboard, cooler, power supply, and case together would be difficult to source for $800.
The RTX 5070 suits modern 1440p gaming
The RTX 5070 supports NVIDIA technologies including DLSS, frame generation, ray tracing, and hardware accelerated video encoding.
That makes the system suitable for modern games, content creation, and streaming. You should generally expect strong 1440p performance, although exact frame rates will depend on the game, graphics settings, and whether upscaling is enabled.
| Gaming target | Expected suitability |
|---|---|
| 1080p high refresh rate | Excellent |
| 1440p high settings | Strong |
| 1440p ray tracing | Suitable with DLSS |
| 4K gaming | Possible with adjusted settings |
| Competitive games | Well suited |
| Streaming and recording | Supported by NVIDIA encoding |
The 12GB of graphics memory should also provide more flexibility than lower priced cards with smaller memory capacities, especially in newer games using high resolution textures.
Thirty two gigabytes of DDR5 adds useful headroom
The inclusion of 32GB of DDR5 memory makes the desktop better equipped for modern gaming and productivity than many cheaper prebuilts that still use 16GB.
It provides room for background applications, web browsers, game launchers, voice chat, recording software, and creative tools without placing immediate pressure on system memory.
The original report estimates unusually high replacement costs for the memory and SSD. Those figures may vary significantly by brand, speed, and retailer, so they should not be treated as fixed component values. Even without those estimates, the complete system remains exceptional at $800.
The 1TB SSD provides enough space for Windows and several large games, although buyers with bigger libraries may eventually want to add more storage.
Clearance systems should be inspected carefully
A heavily discounted store display or clearance computer can offer excellent value, but buyers should confirm its condition before relying on it.
The system may have been returned, displayed in store, repackaged, or discounted because the retailer is clearing older inventory. None of these automatically means there is a problem, but basic checks are important.
| Check | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| Packaging | All parts and accessories are present |
| Exterior | No cracked glass or damaged ports |
| Graphics card | Correct RTX 5070 model is installed |
| Memory | Windows reports the full 32GB |
| Storage | SSD health and 1TB capacity are correct |
| Cooling | Pump and fans operate normally |
| Warranty | Manufacturer coverage remains valid |
| Return policy | Clearance purchase can still be returned |
The buyer should also confirm that the power cables are fully seated, particularly the connector attached to the graphics card. Shipping and handling can sometimes loosen internal components in prebuilt desktops.
Prebuilt PCs can sometimes beat custom build prices
Building your own PC normally provides better control over individual parts, cooling, noise, and future upgrades. However, large retailers occasionally discount complete systems below the combined value of their components.
These clearance opportunities are usually tied to a specific store and limited inventory. One location may reduce a desktop to $800 while another continues selling the same model near its regular price.
The deal does not mean every prebuilt is cheaper than a custom system. It shows that local clearance stock can create rare exceptions, particularly when a retailer wants to free shelf space quickly.
At its reported $800 price, the iBUYPower Y40 offers an RTX 5070, a capable Core Ultra processor, 32GB of DDR5 memory, and the main supporting components needed for a complete gaming setup. Even buyers who later replace the storage, cooler, or power supply would still begin with a remarkably inexpensive foundation for a powerful 1440p gaming PC.
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