DISQUS

animecrunchy · 1 year ago

I'm always think built my own computer is saving more. Thanks for the info.

Ignacio · 1 year ago

In my country, a home built computer is always cheaper than a pre-built one from a known brand.

Last year I wanted to make the leap to dual core, but I didn't want to spend a lot of cash. I ended up building an Athlon 64x2 3600 system which is the one I'm using right now. The AM2 socket is also compatible with some Phenom processors so the platform itself has a lot of room for upgrades.

Everything's running smoothly except games. That's because I didn't buy a decent graphics card so I'm currently working with integrated video (Nvidia 6100)... even my last PC ran games better. I'm not in a rush to get one since I have a Wii, so my gaming needs are satisfied for now.

David Parkinson · 1 year ago

Thanks for the guide, i think i will follow this and try and build my own computer.

Geek Mother · 1 year ago

Useful guide, and as you say, with a bit of comparison shopping, then you can certainly bring the price down a little more.

Geek Mother · 1 year ago

Oops! I forgot to add that I have been looking at the latest Asus mini laptop and I think it is the first computer where a Linux deivative operating system is one of the selling points!

You might like to run a similar comparison for building your own laptop - might be a little more difficult?

Bull3t · 1 year ago

Definitely more difficult, but sounds worth doing nonetheless. Thanks!

Geek Mother · 1 year ago

Looking forward to seeing the results. I have put myself on notify, so please cross link from here when you do it!

What prompted me is that I just bought a replacement second hand screen for my surprisingly trusty dell and I was wondering how easy it would be to basically 'ebay' a new machine together from other peoples rejects and to compare that to a self build!

BTW I only just recently purchased Geek Mother - liked the name - and I will be giving a UK slant soon!

Best wishes.

Andrew Reynolds · 1 year ago

Building your own computers can give you benefits as long as you have have enough knowledge to do so. You can save money, compared for buying a new set. Definitely, a practical idea!

Land Projects UK · 1 year ago

Building your own PC can give you benefits. As long as you know how to do it, I guess it's much better. And definitely you can save money.

Joomla Guy · 1 year ago

There are quite a few advantages to building your own computer. Probably the most important is that you can customize your computer to fit your exact needs, rather than having to buy a pre-assembled one and then make changes.

Tor.J · 1 year ago

I see Land Projects UK's perspective, but that really only applies to people who know how to do it. Otherwise, I would just buy a computer myself or end up spending more for a very customized PC. Bull3t, thanks for the interesting topic!

Soa · 1 year ago

If you can building your own comp is always the better Idea. Its cheaper and Its more individually catered.

psi geek · 1 year ago

Thanks for the info. It only confirmed what I thought, that computers have come down in price so much now that it eliminates the savings from building your own.

xinoa · 1 year ago

Once again, great tips. I am in need of a new desktop soon, and will take you article into consideration. Thanks!

pablogeo · 1 year ago

I thought, that computers have come down in price so much now that it eliminates the savings from building your own.

Joe Takkle · 1 year ago

My only issue right now with building a computer is the whole Vista fiasco. Microsoft is trying to push testing on Windows 7 as soon as possible, and this makes me very weary of Vista. Why pay for a $300 system when in a year, they may have a new, better version out. Granted the same can be said of computers in general, but an OS is an important consideration.

viktorherremode · 1 year ago

Wow , great page to find. There's really a lot of money to save - building my own computer. I actually never knew this was posible, perhaps it's rear in Denmark.. My current computer is very slow - so this could might be my next challenge :) Thnx

sylvister · 1 year ago

Yes, these tips are good for making computers. I make my 3 systems like this and use windows xp. Its really very cheap for me and 2 systems i sale out to others. Now I have core 2 duo extreme. :D with cheap and affordable price.

flanok · 1 year ago

I used to build computers also but now choose to buy ready made.
I find, for it to be legal, i.e registered software any saving in building is ofset, buying a copy of windows and other software you get with the machine.

the machines I built used cheaper components and were louder than ready made stuff.

I can think of on a few industries where to buy the parts and build yourself if cheaper than buying ready built.

Can you imaging buying your next new car in pieces and building yourself.

Mark

manish_rk0 · 1 year ago

I was trying to assemble one..! but costs around INR 35300/-

An AMD 5200+, 4 GB RAM, 17?, 16X DVDRW.

any tips on the Mother board to be used? and other components?
This is what I got

1. Computer System | Price: Rs. 35,372/?
AMD X2 5200+ | Asus M2N?VM DH with Wireless LAN (8 Channel Audio)| 4 GB DDR 2 RAM
160 GB SATA HDD | Lite?On SATA DVD Writer | Logitech Multimedia Keyboard
Logitech Optical Mouse | 17” TFT Monitor | ATX Cabinet | VGaurd UPS 600+ VA |
4.1 Creative Speakers

2. Additional Components
1. 19” TFT in lieu of 17” TFT : + Rs. 800/?
2. 250 GB SATA in lieu of 160 GB SATA : + Rs. 650/?
3. AMD X2 4000+ in lieu of 5200+ : ? Rs. 2500/?

edubase owner · 1 year ago

I want to add, beside saving some money by building your own system, you will get the satisfaction that cannot be explained by words when you are done with the system.

Keep up the good work.

metronome · 1 year ago

Sure building your own computer sounds tempting, because it looks cheap and so on. But you need to know some things: First of all, people do not really have time to "study" on how to build a computer and searching computer components/parts. And then, not so many people care about such a small difference between building it yourself and buying it directly; buying directly is still faster, not to mention some computer stores sell really cheap popular brand computers and have a good support service. So I think we are still going to see majority of people buying their computer directly from computer store for some time in the future. I don't say that building your own computer is useless/waste of time, etc, just pointing out some stuffs behind the computer building.

Bull3t · 1 year ago

@edubase owner:
Just like building your own motorbike.

@metronome:
I was kind of aiming towards people with knowledge in computers. If you are buying a computer for the first time, then a pre-built one would be the best option, unless you are up for a challenge.

Dave · 1 year ago

Great comparison.. and I agree that building your own PC is always better if you know how to do it.. For those who have less computer knowledge, going for pre-built computer whould be a better choice.

neneadinro · 12 months ago

The best way is to build your own computer. If you don't know what kind of components you should choose then ask a friend. It will be better then most of the "BEST OF THE BEST" mega offers out there.