First PC Build/Parts Recommendation

[firsttimerneedhelp]

Hi guys new here! I’m thinking of building a PC soon...maybe around April 2019 once i get the money. Also holding up for the new AMD CPU news.

Could you guys recommend me parts for a budget of around $1.2k? I will use this PC for gaming - preferably can run AAA titles at high. I would like a PC case with a glass side. One common case i see around is the Nexus M. Also would like to know how it’s like building a micro-ATX PC. Thanks!!

PS. I do not mind getting a second hand GPU unless it isn’t recommended.

 

[shadow84]

Best to come back on Mar-Apr 2019 and ask again. Coz there may be changes till then.

 

[firsttimerneedhelp]

Alright, thanks i will! Would just like to know the kind of build i will be able to get at the price point. I’ve seen a number on carousell but i’m not sure how worth it are those builds.

Best to come back on Mar-Apr 2019 and ask again. Coz there may be changes till then.

 

[tigerwoods]

Alright, thanks i will! Would just like to know the kind of build i will be able to get at the price point. I’ve seen a number on carousell but i’m not sure how worth it are those builds.

read some of the threads, you will find your answer.

 

[zellas]

I think it's best to pick the parts yourself for your first PC, Pre-build ones are mostly more ex. You can try looking at some shops in SLS for their price list, compare the prices and see. List down a few shops and go back in March to get the price list again. Then decide what you want, which shop to go to. You have a good 4 months to do research on the items you need.

 

[shunsuu]

I think it's best to pick the parts yourself for your first PC, Pre-build ones are mostly more ex. You can try looking at some shops in SLS for their price list, compare the prices and see. List down a few shops and go back in March to get the price list again. Then decide what you want, which shop to go to. You have a good 4 months to do research on the items you need.

yes, generally, only plan after u have the funds. New products seem to have slowed down but the price fluctuation is quite high.

There was an amateur video from NOC on the price differences building yourself and from pre-built ones (aftershock/dreamcore/typhoon etc). The difference is not a lot and for the additional cost, you do get some convenience like on site support. These companies also mention the brand of the parts used, so you can be sure it's not generic OEM parts.

Check out the video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4AjRTe0D3BM

Of course, planning and building your new PC gives far more room for future upgrades. If you get one of these pre-built PCs, you probably can't even add an extra hard disk if you wanted to. There may be insufficient hdd bays/power constraints/wiring problems/ports on mobo etc. If aesthetics means a lot to you, then the best of both worlds would be to select the parts yourself based on your requirement study and getting a professional to assemble it for you (nigel sim lim 2nd floor).

 

[Rashkae]

With the new Zen2 coming out, March will be a good time to build. I'm also planning an upgrade

 

[Alexls]

With the new Zen2 coming out, March will be a good time to build. I'm also planning an upgrade

when will the ryzen 3000 chips be for sale?

 

[firsttimerneedhelp]

will do! thanks

read some of the threads, you will find your answer.

 

[firsttimerneedhelp]

alright, but are SLS prices really better? or should i consider getting some parts online/carousell as well?

I think it's best to pick the parts yourself for your first PC, Pre-build ones are mostly more ex. You can try looking at some shops in SLS for their price list, compare the prices and see. List down a few shops and go back in March to get the price list again. Then decide what you want, which shop to go to. You have a good 4 months to do research on the items you need.

 

[firsttimerneedhelp]

thanks for taking your time for this response! i’m considering building a micro ATX PC. will it be ok regarding future upgrades or will i face problems (no space etc.)?

yes, generally, only plan after u have the funds. New products seem to have slowed down but the price fluctuation is quite high.

There was an amateur video from NOC on the price differences building yourself and from pre-built ones (aftershock/dreamcore/typhoon etc). The difference is not a lot and for the additional cost, you do get some convenience like on site support. These companies also mention the brand of the parts used, so you can be sure it's not generic OEM parts.

Check out the video here:


Of course, planning and building your new PC gives far more room for future upgrades. If you get one of these pre-built PCs, you probably can't even add an extra hard disk if you wanted to. There may be insufficient hdd bays/power constraints/wiring problems/ports on mobo etc. If aesthetics means a lot to you, then the best of both worlds would be to select the parts yourself based on your requirement study and getting a professional to assemble it for you (nigel sim lim 2nd floor).

 

[firsttimerneedhelp]

nice! can’t wait for the news!

With the new Zen2 coming out, March will be a good time to build. I'm also planning an upgrade