XOTIC PC certainly knows how to build a solid system. The G7 Avenger Ryzen is prove as it shows just how much attention XOTIC PC pays to minor details. They used sleeved cable extensions, which add a nice bit of flair while keeping all the cabling nice and neat—it not only looks good but makes future upgrades rather painless in terms of cable routing. Overall, individual component choice is also solid, and thanks to the use of off the shelf parts, you know you are getting better than generic OEM offerings. Meaning, you are going to get better CPU and GPU cooling along with other extras some of the large PC brands tend to forget about.

Even better, end users are able to overclock their systems on their own because of the MSI B350 Tomahawk, another off the shelf part. If they can't muster the courage to do it themselves, users can have the system overclocked by XOTIC PC, which is also nice for those wanting every bit of performance without taking any of the risks. While I didn't get enough time to fully test overclocking performance, I did do some preliminary testing and managed to get the system to run at 4 GHz on all cores with only a minor effort, which means some extra performance is still left in the tank for those willing to work for it. The generous 5-year warranty is also a nice inclusion, giving users a warm security blanket to wrap themselves in as compared to the more typical 1–2 year warranties that are the norm.

When it comes to general computing performance, the XOTIC PC G7 Avenger does quite well with the AMD Ryzen 2600 offering decent single-core and exceptional multi-core performance, while the GTX 1060 6 GB delivers high frame rates at 1080P with all the eye candy turned on. Even at 1440P, performance remains good with only a few titles where a few settings have to be dialed back for optimal results. Meanwhile, the SSD performs quite well thanks to it being an NVMe drive. In general, performance across the board is well balanced with the system giving a good account of itself. Noise levels are low, peaking at just 40 dBA, and temperatures are well within acceptable limits with the CPU topping out at 65°C and the GPU at 76°C under heavy load.

A few negatives mar what could be a top-tier system. The pre-configured 128 GB SSD feels a bit anemic. While its performance is good, it lacks the space necessary for more than one or two AAA titles. In many situations today, a single AAA title may fill the SSD completely once you take into account the OS and a few other key applications. Considering the G7 Avenger's price tag as configured, an upgrade to a 256 GB SSD even if performance is a bit lower would be nice. My only other major gripe is the fact that the RGB LED fans and LED strips are controlled separately. The fans are controlled by the motherboard software, while the LED strips require a remote. A single method of control would be a step in the right direction for a revision.

Now, the system's weakest link is its price to performance; it is a bit underwhelming. The Zotac MEK1 obviously offers far better value in terms of raw frame rates in the gaming tests with its GeForce 1070 Ti. However, the AMD Ryzen 2600 is a far better CPU long term than the i7 7700 in the MEK1. There are also better upgrade options due to component compatibility with the G7 Avenger. Personally, I feel the XOTIC PC system tested today is the better buy for those wanting a complete package. Long term after-sales support further tips the balance in its favor.

If you are in the market for a new gaming PC and don't feel up to the task of building it yourself, take a look at what the G7 Avenger from XOTIC PC has to offer. It may well surprise you as it did me.