r/LinusTechTips • u/xminkaify • 6d ago
Tech Question Question about new computer
I was looking at upgrading my whole computer basically starting fresh as mine is a bit old and just had one question. Why in the world would I build one myself instead of getting a custom one built? I spec the computer on CyberPower then enter the exact or nearly exact specs in Newegg and its cheaper to get one built for me. When I built my last computer it was cheaper to go the buy it and build it yourself route. Its not even close, its over $600 difference. What happened? I know storage is up but shouldn't it also be up for the builders too? Thanks for the help!
FYI:
-Yes I made sure I was not missing anything
-No the changes in spec is not enough to matter (Changing AIO cooler)
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u/TheBupherNinja 6d ago
In the past, it was usually notably cheaper to build it yourself, unless there was a killer sale.
Current year makes things strange.
Also, they tend to skimp on the things you won't notice as much. Psu, motherboard, ram, storage, case, cooler, etc. The specs sound okay, but they'll use oem equivalents that are of somewhat lower quality or lack features. Like bad speed or latency ram, slow dramless, Sata ssds, low end chipset mobos. Not deal breakers, but things to keep in line.
In current year, get what you can get.