Is it really worth it to build your own system?

[Old Man]

Just wondering if there's any savings by building your own system these days or is it simply best to buy a completed system?

ty

 

[Old Man]

It's one of those trade-offs really. You do save money by putting your own system together - and it's great fun doing so and allows for a more flexible selection of components than built-to-order systems generally allow.

But on the other hand, it does take time to assemble everything - and if you have a problem (with memory say), diagnosing it and fixing it can be a right PITA.

So, you trade your time for the money and the enjoyment depends upon how easily it goes!

I've just bought an overclocked system from OCUK. I had intended to build my own this time but realized that I'm too short of time at the moment to do that. I must say, the system I've got from OCUK is really good!

Main problem is that I had a stroke not too long ago and my left side is not working the way it should, though I still have some use of my left hand and as such, my son would be building the pc, but has zero exp so it will be taking things very slowly if we decide to go through with it.. Main issue though is the price and I am limited with funds, so maybe £840 for the system (hopefully not more).

TY for all the replies

 

[Old Man]

If you read the threads a lot of people are first timers. We do help pick the parts and help as much as we can should problems arise during the build. You'll find plenty of video tutorials on youtube to help give you some confidence before you start.

So £840? That's to include what.... OS, Monitor, mouse & keyboard, tower? What do you want the machine for, is gaming on the cards?

No OS needed, nor monitor... I still work, so will use the pc for that and gaming .. System I have now has an e7400, gtx 260. and is fine for the most part but I need to replace it now and this old system will be going elsewhere.

ty