Is this PC build justified at $300?
Is this PC build justified at $300?
considering your needs for gaming only, specifically Valve and Riot titles, planning on building a PC seems appropriate.
PCPartPicker Parts List
CPU: Intel Core i3-12100 3.3 GHz Quad-Core Processor (($119.67 @ Amazon))
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Assassin X Refined SE ARGB 66.17 CFM (($18.89 @ Amazon))
Motherboard: ASRock B760M-HDV/M.2 D4 Micro ATX LGA1700 (($89.99 @ Amazon))
Memory: Silicon Power GAMING 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 (($32.97 @ Amazon))
Storage: HP S600 120 GB 2.5" SSD (($?) )
Video Card: PNY XLR8 GeForce GTX 970 4 GB (($?) )
Case: DIYPC DIY-S08 ATX Mid Tower (($45.48 @ Newegg))
Power Supply: Cooler Master Thunder 600 W ATX (($?) )
Total: $307.00 (incl. shipping, taxes, discounts)
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2024-03-14 10:23 EDT-0400
Check out second-hand listings on Craigslist or Marketplace in your region. You’ll likely spot a nearly identical setup for under $200 if you’re in the Atlanta area. Current used sales are challenging. A R5 3600 recently sold for $175, and the seller mentioned it took several weeks to complete the transaction.
I don't see much point in buying core components used right now. People have unrealistic expectations for hardware that would be considered low end now, but it is the minimum worth the time I suppose. Replacement parts for older systems yes, building up a rig, not so much.
Anything Intel prior to 8th gen or anything before Ryzen 2000 is pretty much obsolete since they aren't 'supported' for Windows 11. So the price of all of that used hardware has gone up quite a bit. Cheapest you can get a whole 8th gen desktop for is like $350.
Whereas the core components, plus some used chassis, psu, and storage, and a GPU for gaming is the best bang for the buck.
Used GTX1080 for like $100 is pretty good, or even the entry level RX 6600 at $190 basically does the same thing with a warranty.
When you're close to a Microcenter:
https://www.microcenter.com/product...s-...ild-bundle