Pre-Built vs Non Pre-Built

[FenceGateTrap]

So, i was recently watching some tech videos which involve PC's (which i don't do alot) and they mostly seem to talk about Pre Builds and Non Pre Builds. For me, i can't build a PC for shit so obviously i own a Pre-Built (NZXT Streamer PC even tho i don't stream) And to be honest, it is pretty good unlike other Pre-Builts ive heard of like Cyberpower, IBUYPOWER, DigitalStorm, etc. So i would like to know what you choose, Pre-Builds or No? And what are the Pros/Cons of both?

 

[kevintr303]

So, i was recently watching some tech videos which involve PC's (which i don't do alot) and they mostly seem to talk about Pre Builds and Non Pre Builds. For me, i can't build a PC for shit so obviously i own a Pre-Built (NZXT Streamer PC even tho i don't stream) And to be honest, it is pretty good unlike other Pre-Builts ive heard of like Cyberpower, IBUYPOWER, DigitalStorm, etc. So i would like to know what you choose, Pre-Builds or No? And what are the Pros/Cons of both?

IMHO, a prebuilt is fine as long as it falls within your price range and is what you need. The only problem with prebuilt is that many of them are overpriced. There are a few stragglers here and there, that are great deals, but 80%+ of the time a custom-built PC, would be much cheaper in terms of price for performance. The cons of a custom-built would obviously be that you would have to build it yourself, and risk messing something up, but it is pretty difficult to mess it so badly it wouldn't work. A general rule I follow, for building anything, not just PCs, is if you have to force it in, it probably doesn't go there.

For me, I choose custom-built, as I enjoy building them + better performance for the money.

 

[IPyromaniac]

It really depends on budget/preference.

In general you can build a PC of the same spec for a good amount cheaper.
I personally enjoy tinkering with a computer and troubleshooting issues, so
that's the route I've taken.

 

[noxid-evad]

Mines was custom built so to speak

I am fortunate enough that a family member is well advanced in building pc setups, took a while for it to get done, but money saved etc I guess it was the right choice.

 

[Sparko]

Prebuilt is best for those who don’t want to bother tinkering with their Pc and large companies who can benefit from direct support for their machines.

Custom built PCs allow you to get more value for the same amount of money if you’re just an individual who’s open to diagnosing potential problems (if you built your PC right it’s unlikely for you to run any issues).