CLX SET Black
Pairing an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 24-core CPU with a GeForce RTX 5080 16GB and a 360mm liquid cooler enables sustained high-frame-rate gaming and demanding multi-threaded work. Its 64GB of DDR5 RAM and 2TB NVMe SSD plus 4TB HDD handle massive game libraries and heavy multitasking without storage or memory bottlenecks. This system is best for gamers who simultaneously stream or edit 4K video, leveraging the CPU's 24 cores and the GPU's AV1 encoding for smooth performance.
À propos de ce Desktop
About CLX SETUnlock the full potential of your gaming experience with this CLX Set Desktop PC. Engineered to deliver high-performance, even during extended game sessions, thanks to an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 3.7GHz processor and a 360mm AIO liquid cooling system. Paired with the powerful GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card, you can expect immersive visuals and smooth gameplay that will take your experience to the next level.With 64GB of DDR5 RGB memory, 2TB NVMe M.2 SSD, and 4TB HDD, this desktop offers lightning-fast multitasking and ample storage space. Stay connected with wired and Wi-Fi network capabilities, and enjoy the convenience of Windows 11 Home preinstalled for a hassle-free setup right out of the box. Crafted with precision and backed by industry-leading support, this CLX Set ensures reliability, durability, and top-notch performance for all your gaming endeavors. Whether you're diving into the latest AAA titles or streaming your favorite games, this CLX Set is your ultimate computer companion, ready to ramp up your gaming experience.Enigmatic. Contender. Protector.A Performance motivated gaming Desktop "Smooth Designs, Budget Oriented"CLX SET Systems LegendCLX SET represents the most cutting-edge computer engineering in the industry. geared towards offering a great gaming experience without breaking your wallet. CLX SET Gaming PCs feature long term reliable PC parts designed to give you an optimal and immersive gaming experience.CLX SET Desktops are a perfect fusion of creativity, technical expertise, and results-driven innovation. They are hand-built, rigorously tested, and serviced by a world-class team of gamers, industry veterans, and top system technicians. From the most powerful overclocked processors on the market, to graphic cards that push the envelope of visual capabilities, CLX SET offers indeed the best value to performance in the market.• High-Performance Re-inventedCLX QUENCH - CPU Liquid CoolingCLX QUENCH all-in-one sealed liquid cooling solutions are designed for the PC enthusiast who demands the maximum performance while enjoying the beauty of a desktop PC masterpiece. CLX QUENCH CPU coolers are CLX Desktop's exclusive cooling solutions. CLX SET supports up to CLX QUENCH 360 liquid cooler. CLX QUENCH Liquid Cooling solutions are powered by Asetek. Built with premium materials and bleeding-edge technology to dominate the battlefield.• Finely Tuned Well Oiled MachineGame-Changing Gameplay - Entering a New EraGaming and productivity just got even better, bringing you closer to what you love, Microsoft Windows 11 now available on all CLX systems. Windows 11 Home powered Gaming PCs make it easier than ever to help gamers and creators stay focused and organized in a new hybrid world. Now you can play and connect with other gamers across Xbox One and Windows 11 devices. From the best classic titles to the newest generation of PC games, Windows 11 is built for the games you love!CLX SarcophagusCLX SET systems can be delivered in a wooden crate called the Sarcophagus. This heavy duty wooden crate is designed to keep your custom system safe during transit, and provides a unique Out of Box Experience. Made of Pine, plywood and industrial steel latches and dawning the CLX logo, the Sarcophagus ensures your CLX system will arrive with style and security.GeForce RTX 50 Series PCs - Beyond FastThe NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series GPU bring an enormous leap in performance, efficiency, and AI-powered graphics. Experience ultra-high performance gaming, incredibly detailed virtual worlds, unprecedented productivity, and new ways to create. It's powered by the NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture to deliver the ultimate experience for gamers and creators.CLX CPU FORGE - Processor OverclockingCLX FORGE professional CPU overclocking service offers extreme and reliable overclocked CPU speeds way beyond CPU's stock frequencies. CLX Team runs burn-in tests for at least 72 hours to ensure CPUs are stable at its set overclocked speeds. Higher Speeds are often achieved when selecting CLX QUENCH 360 CPU cooling solutions. Higher CPU frequencies produce higher frame rate, every gamer's dream. Be ahead of your opponent and choose CLX FORGE CPU overclocking.CLX GPU FORGE - Graphics OverclockingCLX FORGE professional GPU overclocking service offers extreme and reliable overclocked GPU speeds way beyond GPU's stock frequencies. CLX Team runs burn-in tests for at least 72 hours to ensure GPUs are stable at its set overclocked speeds. Higher Speeds are often achieved when choosing video cards with optimal designed cooling solutions. Higher GPU frequencies produce higher frame rate, every gamer's dream. Be ahead of your opponent and choose CLX FORGE GPU overclocking.Intel Core desktop processors - Beyond performance.Stream, create, and compete at the highest levels with industry-leading features and the latest hybrid architecture.CLX SET FeaturesMid Tower Form Factor makes it ideal for ample space for expansion and customizationFeatures Latest Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 3.7GHz processor delivers outstanding performance64GB DDR5 RAM Memory Provides Enhanced multitasking and Improved performance2TB SSD + 4TB HDD gives significantly faster speed and improved overall system responsivenessEfficiently manage multi-tasking with Windows 11 Home, also provide performance & stability to your devicePowerful NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080, 16GB VRAM graphics delivering stunning visuals and smooth performance1x HDMI, 1x RJ45 and 3x DisplayPort that enhance connectivity, functionality and versatilityAdvanced Gaming keyboard enabling efficient typing suitable for various workspacesWarranty InformationThis product has a limited warranty of 12 months for parts and 12 months for labor.https://www.clxgaming.com/warranty877-737-8795Join VIP PROEarn 2X Points + Exclusive Perks!Sell or Trade your GearGet started in 3 easy stepsKey FeaturesDominate the gaming arena with this CLX SET, powered by an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor.Experience seamless gameplay & faster load times with a 2TB SSD + 4TB HDD storage setup.The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB graphics card delivers stunning visuals for immersive gaming.Stay cool under pressure; the liquid cooling system ensures peak performance during intense sessions.With 64GB DDR5 RAM, this gaming PC handles demanding games and multitasking effortlessly.Connect all your peripherals easily with multiple ports, including HDMI, DisplayPort, and RJ45.What's in the box:CLX SET Liquid Cooled Gaming Desktop Computer (Black)Power CordGaming KeyboardGaming MouseCLX 1 Year Limited Warranty
- Dominate the gaming arena with this CLX SET, powered by an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor.
- Experience seamless gameplay & faster load times with a 2TB SSD + 4TB HDD storage setup.
- The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB graphics card delivers stunning visuals for immersive gaming.
- Stay cool under pressure; the liquid cooling system ensures peak performance during intense sessions.
- With 64GB DDR5 RAM, this gaming PC handles demanding games and multitasking effortlessly.
- Connect all your peripherals easily with multiple ports, including HDMI, DisplayPort, and RJ45.
The 30-Second Version
This CLX rig is a storage and CPU monster with a killer RTX 5080, but a shockingly low reliability score and wild pricing make it a risky impulse buy. If you find it for $3700, it's a maybe; otherwise, run.
Overview
If you've got the cash and you're hunting for a top-tier gaming desktop that doesn't skimp on storage or multitasking muscle, the CLX SET in its Ultra 9/RTX 5080 configuration is a beast. Out of the box, it's ready to crush 4K gaming and creative workloads. But that 'budget-oriented' tag CLX slaps on it feels misleading when some vendors are pricing it like a used car.
Performance
This thing flies. The 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285K sits in the 98th percentile for desktop CPUs, and the RTX 5080 with 16GB of VRAM is a genuine standout for 4K gaming and GPU-heavy work. Load times are nonexistent thanks to a 2TB NVMe SSD that ranks in the absolute top tier of our storage benchmarks, and the 64GB of DDR5 memory means you can leave fifty Chrome tabs open without a hiccup. What surprised us, and not in a good way, is the reliability score. It scrapes the bottom of our database at the 12th percentile. We don't have owner complaints to back that up yet, but it's a red flag that makes you wonder about the power supply or motherboard pick.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Top-of-the-charts storage with a lightning-fast 2TB NVMe SSD plus a massive 4TB HDD 99th
- Intel Core Ultra 9 285K tears through gaming, streaming, and heavy multitasking 98th
- RTX 5080 16GB is a 4K monster that handles max settings with ease 94th
- 64GB DDR5 RAM ensures you'll never run out of headroom 88th
Cons
- Reliability score is one of the worst we've seen, sitting at the 12th percentile 12th
- Port selection is mediocre at best, missing faster USB standards and Thunderbolt
- Pricing is all over the map, from $3700 to an absurd $86,414, so you can easily get ripped off
- CLX's 'budget oriented' branding doesn't match the premium price tag
Specifications
Full Specifications
Processor
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 285K |
| Cores | 24 |
| Frequency | 3.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB |
Graphics
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Type | discrete |
| VRAM | 16 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 64 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 2.0 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD |
| Storage 2 | 3.9 TB |
| Storage 2 Type | HDD |
Build
| Form Factor | mid-tower |
| PSU | 850 |
Connectivity
| USB-C Ports | 0 |
| USB Ports | 0 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI |
| DisplayPort | 3x DisplayPort |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Ethernet | 1x RJ45 |
System
| OS | Windows 11 Home |
Value & Pricing
At $3700 from the right seller, this config isn't a bad deal when you tally up similar parts on your own. But that would be the one vendor out there with a sane price. The others are asking as much as $86,414, which is pure insanity. Shop like a hawk and avoid the gougers. If you can't find it under $4,000, walk away.
vs Competition
Stacked against the HP OMEN 45L and Lenovo Legion Tower 5i Gen 10, the CLX SET wins on raw specs: the Ultra 9 and RTX 5080 simply outmuscle the i7/i9 and RTX 4080 combos you typically get from those brands. But HP and Lenovo bring better port selection and a track record of reliability that the CLX just can't touch. The ASUS ROG GM700TZ-BS978 is another rival that trades some CPU speed for a sturdier, more polished package. For a zero-drama experience, the big-name pre-builts are the smarter play.
| Spec | CLX SET | HP OMEN 45L GT22-3080 | ASUS Republic of Gamers GM700TZ-BS978 | Lenovo Legion Tower 5i Legion Tower 5i Gen 10 | MSI EdgeXpert EdgeXpert-11SUS | Dell XPS EBT2250 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 285K | Intel Core Ultra 7 265K | AMD Ryzen 9 9950X | Intel Core Ultra 7 265F | ARM | Intel Core Ultra 7 265 |
| RAM (GB) | 64 | 32 | 64 | 32 | 128 | 32 |
| Storage (GB) | 6000 | 2048 | 2048 | 2048 | 4096 | 2048 |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 | NVIDIA Blackwell GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 |
| Form Factor | mid-tower | mid-tower | mid-tower | mid-tower | mini | mid-tower |
| Psu W | 850 | 850 | 850 | 850 | 240 | 460 |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Cpu | Gpu | Ram | Port | Storage | Reliability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLX SET | 97.8 | 88.3 | 94.1 | 37.6 | 98.7 | 12.3 |
| HP OMEN 45L GT22-3080 Compare | 95.9 | 88.3 | 78 | 93.8 | 91.1 | 71.6 |
| ASUS Republic of Gamers GM700TZ-BS978 Compare | 98.8 | 77.3 | 94.1 | 97.4 | 91.1 | 39.8 |
| Lenovo Legion Tower 5i Legion Tower 5i Gen 10 Compare | 86.5 | 81.3 | 82.1 | 90 | 91.1 | 71.6 |
| MSI EdgeXpert EdgeXpert-11SUS Compare | 99.6 | 95.4 | 98.9 | 88.1 | 97.3 | 39.8 |
| Dell XPS EBT2250 Compare | 88.8 | 69.4 | 78 | 79.6 | 83.8 | 71.6 |
Common Questions
Q: Can this run 4K games at high refresh rates?
Absolutely. The RTX 5080 eats 4K for breakfast. You'll hit 120+ fps in most AAA titles on high settings without breaking a sweat.
Q: Is the liquid cooler enough for the Core Ultra 9?
CLX ships it with a 360mm AIO, which is plenty for that chip. You won't thermal throttle unless you're doing 24/7 rendering or stress tests.
Q: What's with the reliability rating?
Our model flags this configuration as having lower-than-average long-term dependability. Since no owners have weighed in, we can't pinpoint the exact cause, but it could be down to budget PSU or motherboard choices. It's definitely something to watch.
Who Should Skip This
If you want a no-drama gaming PC with proven reliability and a solid port spread, skip this and grab a Lenovo Legion Tower 5i Gen 10 with an i9 and RTX 4080. You'll trade a little GPU grunt for a whole lot more peace of mind.
Verdict
The CLX SET is a performance powerhouse that will demolish any game you throw at it, but that eye-popping 12th percentile reliability score is impossible to ignore. If you find it at the $3700 mark and you're okay with a bit of a gamble, it's a very compelling machine. For everyone else, I'd say grab a Legion or OMEN and enjoy better peace of mind with only a slight dip in frames.
