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Based on our best-selling Gaming PC 'The Essentials,' the all-new Essentials Plus is the perfect step up for anyone who wants powerful performance with modern style. Whether you’re gaming, creating, or multitasking, this build is ready-to-go and ready to deliver smooth, stunning visuals in Full HD and even 4K. With the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB OC, you’ll enjoy breathtaking graphics and fluid gameplay - ideal for playing your favourite games at high settings and even experiencing 4K gaming in supported titles. The RTX 5060’s advanced features like DLSS 3 allow you to get the most out of your 4K games, boosting performance while maintaining incredible detail.

The Essentials Plus doesn’t just shine in gaming - it’s built for power, stability, and speed. With the Thermaltake \ SilverStone 750W 80+ Power Supply, the PC can handle anything you throw at it and is ready for future upgrades. The RGB fans not only enhance your setup, but they also keep your system cool during intense gaming sessions. Plus, with the top-of-the-line Wireless Dual Band Wi-Fi 6, you’ll experience fast, reliable internet for gaming, streaming, and browsing. And with a secondary SATA hard drive for added storage, you’ll never run out of space for your games, media, and projects.

Packed with 32GB of Dual-Channel high-speed RAM, a 512GB M.2 NVMe SSD, 1TB SATA storage and an Intel Core i5-12400F processor, this PC is designed to handle everything from AAA gaming and creative tasks to multitasking with ease. All of this power is housed in the sleek, modern Thermaltake Gaming Case, making the Essentials Plus a showpiece in both style and performance.

	Intel Core i5-12400F 6 Cores 12 Threads @ 2.50GHz / 4.40GHz CPU
	Asus\Gigabye\Challenger mATX Intel Motherboard
	Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 8GB Graphics Card 3x DisplayPort (DP) Ports, 1x HDMI Port
	32GB Dual Channel DDR4 RAM
	512GB M.2 NVMe SSD
	1TB SATA Storage
	SilverStone \ Thermaltake 750W 80PLUS ATX PSU
	Thermaltake View mATX Case 400mm×225mm×431mm
	Windows 11 Pro Pre-Installed & Activated
	Intel Gigabit LAN WIFI 6 Dual Band  + Bluetooth
	Dark Player Black Air Cooled CPU Fan 3x RGB 120mm Case Fans *Optional liquid cooler available - please contact us
	12 Months RTB Hardware Warranty

All Images are for illustration purposes only. The liquid CPU cooler and RGB RAM & fans shown in the photos may not be included with the base configuration and are optional upgrades.
Please refer to the written specifications and the item description for the exact components supplied with this system. If you have any questions or would like to upgrade components, please contact us prior to purchase.

The Insider’s Choice – Now Featuring the RTX 5070

The Insider’s Choice just got even better. Now powered by the newly released GeForce RTX 5070 -12GB GDDR7, this build is engineered for next-level performance in gaming, content creation, and high-end workloads. With cutting-edge DLSS technology, enhanced ray tracing, and ultra-fast GDDR7 memory, the RTX 5070 brings incredible speed, efficiency, and realism to your experience, whether you’re pushing 4K gaming, rendering complex visuals, or live streaming in top quality.

At the heart of this powerhouse is the Intel Core i9-12900K, delivering 16 cores, 24 threads, and turbo speeds up to 5.50GHz. Whether you're tackling CPU-heavy applications, streaming at high resolutions, or handling professional-level multitasking, this processor ensures unmatched responsiveness and raw power.

12th Gen Intel® Core™ i9 unlocked desktop processor

Built for the next generation of gaming.

Revolutionary performance
and multitasking.

With the highest clock speeds and a groundbreaking new architecture, you’ll be able to push your gameplay to new heights while secondary apps run seamlessly in the background.

Up to 5.2 GHz Max Clock Speed¹

16 Cores

8 Performance-cores
8 Efficient-cores

24 Threads

16 on Performance-cores
8 on Efficient-cores

Unlocked & Overclockable

Divide and conquer.

Intel’s new performance hybrid  architecture integrates two core families into a single CPU, keeping everything in your gaming universe running smoothly.

Intel® Thread Director

Prioritises and manages workloads, sending tasks to the best core for the job.³

8 Performance-cores

P-cores are built for performance across single and lightly-threaded workloads, enhancing activities like gaming and productivity.

8 Efficient-cores

E-cores are optimised for multi-threaded performance, minimising interruptions from secondary tasks.

Performance beyond the cores.

The new processor architecture is also compatible with the latest platform innovations, giving you performance improvements throughout your PC.

Ready for what’s next

Support for PCIe Gen 5 and DDR5 for high-performance components like memory and graphics.

Best-in-class connectivity

Thunderbolt™ 4 and Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 6/6E (Gig+) deliver fast transfer speeds and connections to peripherals.⁴

Push past the limit with overclocking.

Increase processing power by fine-tuning your system to run your processor at higher settings² to improve frame rates and achieve smoother gameplay. Separate overclocking controls for both types of cores gives you nuanced personalisation.

Do you work with video?

Find out why you may need an iGPU with your graphics card.

Intel® Quick Sync Video uses the dedicated media processing capabilities of Intel® Graphics Technology to decode and encode fast, enabling the processor to complete other tasks and improving system responsiveness.

Paired with an Intel H610 WiFi 6 motherboard, you get rock-solid stability, ultra-fast connectivity, and premium build quality designed for serious performance.

With 64GB of blazing-fast DDR5 RAM, this system is built for seamless multitasking, high-speed workflows, and future-proofed performance. The 2TB M.2 NVMe SSD ensures lightning-fast load times, near-instant boot speeds, and ample storage for your games, projects, and media.

Housed in Thermaltake View case with 9 RGB fans and a 360mm AIO liquid cooler, The Insider’s Choice stays cool and quiet even under the heaviest workloads. Combined with Windows 11 Pro, WiFi 6, and a SilverStone 750W PSU, this build is ready for whatever you throw at it.

The Insider’s Choice isn’t just a PC - it’s the ultimate workstation for those who demand cutting-edge power, premium components, and the latest GPU technology.

	Intel Core i9-12900K 16 Cores 24 Threads @ 3.40GHz / 5.50GHz
	ASRock Gen 5 WiFi 6 mATX Motherboard
	GeForce RTX 5070 GDDR7 12GB 3x DisplayPort (DP) Ports, 1x HDMI Port
	64GB Dual Channel DDR5 RAM
	2TB M.2 NVMe SSD
	N/A
	SilverStone 750W 80PLUS ATX PSU
	Thermaltake View Tower Gaming Case Dimensions: 558mm x 205mm x 457mm
	Windows 11 Pro Pre-Installed & Activated
	Intel 2.5 Gigabit LAN Onboard Wifi 6 + Bluetooth
	360mm AIO CPU Liquid Cooler 9x Dark Player 120mm Remote Controlled RGB Case Fans
	12 Months RTB Hardware Warranty - Upgrade Your Warranty Here

All images are for illustrative purposes only. The image may depict a fully configured system with optional components not included as standard. Actual product may vary. RGB lighting, RAM configuration, liquid cooler, graphics card, and other components may differ from what is shown. Please refer to the product specifications for exact inclusions.

	AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU
	Gigabyte B650M GAMING WIFI Motherboard
	Asus NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 Graphics Card 1x HDMI Port, 1x VGA Port, 1x DVI-D Port
	32GB DDR5 RAM
	1TB M.2 NVMe SSD
	N/A
	Equites 500W 80+ Power Supply
	Equites H2 mATX Case 265mmx160mmx350mm
	Windows 11 Pro Pre-Installed & Activated
	Intel Gigabit LAN WIFI 6 Bluetooth
	Dark Player Black Air Cooled CPU Fan
	12 Months RTB Hardware Warranty

All images are for illustrative purposes only.

Reliable 750W power for everyday builds and upgrades.
The SilverStone Strider Essential 750W PSU delivers stable performance with 80+ efficiency, making it ideal for mid-range gaming and office systems. Designed for 230V EU operation, it features a quiet cooling fan and dependable non-modular design.

✔ 750W stable power output
✔ 80+ efficiency certified
✔ ATX form factor – wide compatibility
✔ Quiet cooling fan
✔ Non-modular design
✔ 230V EU version

Upgrade your on-the-go storage with the Simplecom Premium 512GB Portable SSD. Compact and powerful, this portable drive offers ultra-fast transfer speeds, perfect for storing and accessing large files, backups, and media seamlessly.

Key Features:

• 512GB High-Speed Storage: Built with M.2 SSD technology for rapid read and write speeds up to 6.0Gb/s, enabling efficient data handling and transfer.
• USB 3.0 Connectivity: Comes with a USB 3.0 cable for easy, universal connectivity with modern devices.
• Sleek, Durable Design: Constructed from aluminium alloy for a lightweight, sturdy build that provides excellent heat dissipation.
• Plug & Play with Hot-Swap Support: Instantly usable with no drivers needed; plug-and-play functionality supports quick device switching.

The Simplecom Premium 512GB Portable SSD offers a high-capacity, fast, and reliable storage solution wherever you go.

Simplecom USB 3.0 SATA Hard Drive Docking Station | 2.5" & 3.5" HDD SSD | 5Gbps | UASP

Access, transfer, back up and manage your SATA hard drives with ease using the Simplecom USB 3.0 SATA Hard Drive Docking Station. Designed for direct insertion of both 2.5" and 3.5" SATA HDDs and SSDs, this convenient single-bay docking station provides fast, tool-free access without the need to mount drives or install them into an enclosure.

Featuring a USB 3.0 SuperSpeed interface with transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps, the SD326 is ideal for data recovery, drive imaging, system backups, storage upgrades and everyday file transfers. Simply insert a compatible SATA drive, connect using the included USB-A cable and power adapter, and start working within seconds.

The touch-sensitive power button provides convenient operation while the integrated LED indicator displays power and drive activity status. With hot-swappable support, plug-and-play functionality and broad operating system compatibility, the SD326 is the perfect storage solution for technicians, IT professionals, PC builders and home users.

Key Features

Universal SATA Drive Support

Supports one 2.5" SATA HDD or SSD

Supports one 3.5" SATA HDD or SSD

Compatible with SATA I, SATA II and SATA III drives

Ideal for SSDs and high-capacity hard drives

High-Speed USB 3.0 Performance

USB 3.0 SuperSpeed interface

Transfer speeds up to 5Gbps

Backward compatible with USB 2.0 (up to 480Mbps)

Supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) for improved transfer performance and reduced CPU usage

Tool-Free Drive Access

Direct drive insertion design

No mounting or enclosure installation required

Hot-swappable operation

Plug and play with no drivers required

Touch Control Operation

Touch-sensitive ON/OFF power switch

Simple one-touch operation

LED indicator for power and drive activity

Convenient desktop access to your storage drives

Broad System Compatibility

Windows XP, 10, 11 and above (32-bit & 64-bit)

macOS 10.4 and above

Supports UASP on Windows 8 and above

Supports UASP on macOS 10.8 and above

Compact Desktop Design

Space-saving vertical docking station

Stable desktop operation

Perfect for workshops, offices and home use

Designed for quick drive swapping and external storage access

Ready to Use

Includes USB-A to USB-A 3.0 cable

Includes 12V power adapter

Quick and simple setup

No additional software required

Ideal For

Data recovery

Drive cloning

System imaging

Storage upgrades

System backups

Large file transfers

IT technicians

PC builders

Home and office users

External SATA drive access

Specifications

Brand: Simplecom

Model: SD326

Product Type: USB 3.0 SATA Hard Drive Docking Station

Drive Support:

1 x 2.5" SATA HDD

1 x 2.5" SATA SSD

1 x 3.5" SATA HDD

1 x 3.5" SATA SSD

Drive Interface:

SATA I

SATA II

SATA III

Host Interface:

USB 3.0 SuperSpeed

USB 2.0 Backward Compatible

Maximum Transfer Speed:

USB 3.0: Up to 5Gbps

USB 2.0: Up to 480Mbps

Features:

Touch Control ON/OFF Switch

LED Power & Activity Indicator

Hot-Swap Support

Plug and Play

UASP Support

Power Input:

100-240V AC Adapter

12V / 2A DC Output

Operating System Support:

Windows XP and above (32-bit & 64-bit)

macOS 10.4 and above

Package Includes

1 x Simplecom SD326 USB 3.0 SATA Hard Drive Docking Station

1 x USB-A to USB-A 3.0 Cable

1 x 12V Power Adapter

Important Notes

Hard drives and SSDs shown in images are not included.
Supports one SATA drive at a time.
Compatible with 2.5" and 3.5" SATA HDDs and SSDs only.
Not compatible with IDE, SAS, M.2 NVMe, M.2 SATA or mSATA storage devices.
UASP performance requires a compatible operating system and USB host controller.
Actual transfer speeds may vary depending on the installed drive and host system configuration.

Images are for illustration purposes only.