New PC builder here, need help.

[FreSch]

Get higher wattage psu la. 750 or 850 since there is budget for it.

I have changed to 750, wasn't as bad as I thought, only 10 dollars more
maybe better safe than sorry

Yup, but please remember to ask first. They are likely to sell those pre-flashed ones so as to clear stocks.

I checked with em, they charge around 15-20 bucks for the flashing process, so is it cheaper to go with a cheap board and pay to flash, or better to get a better board that already supports the 5000 series?

here's the updated list
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/kNKnXb

 

[FreSch]

I also heard that if you buy the majority of your parts from one store, you can nego/bargain a lower price, does that actually work or was false info?

 

[skrekro]

I got a b550i from madcow, December stock. Already preflashed with November firmware. Guess now all the recent b550s are already flashed.

 

[skrekro]

I also heard that if you buy the majority of your parts from one store, you can nego/bargain a lower price, does that actually work or was false info?

Pcthemes can save like a 10-20$ only.

 

[FreSch]

also, does anyone have tips on when it's right to head down when stock is replenished? I'm in an unfortunate situation where I'm unable to head down to SLS besides on one day of the week. Or is waiting and constantly asking them if they have stock the only way?

 

[ItsmeagainhK]

also, does anyone have tips on when it's right to head down when stock is replenished? I'm in an unfortunate situation where I'm unable to head down to SLS besides on one day of the week. Or is waiting and constantly asking them if they have stock the only way?

The truth is probably next year June. Unless you can like travel to SLS the moment the vendors announced they are instock as they will probably get sold out very very soon. Maybe go down and put a deposit for a full build ? Not sure if they will take advance order anot though.

I have changed to 750, wasn't as bad as I thought, only 10 dollars more
maybe better safe than sorry


I checked with em, they charge around 15-20 bucks for the flashing process, so is it cheaper to go with a cheap board and pay to flash, or better to get a better board that already supports the 5000 series?

here's the updated list
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/kNKnXb

Yeahhh. For that bit of money, its better to get a higher wattage one.

 

[caden0325]

also, does anyone have tips on when it's right to head down when stock is replenished? I'm in an unfortunate situation where I'm unable to head down to SLS besides on one day of the week. Or is waiting and constantly asking them if they have stock the only way?

Try getting their staffs whatapps no. for easier communications. you can check if they have stocks then go down else waste alot of time travelling down.

 

[FreSch]

Try getting their staffs whatapps no. for easier communications. you can check if they have stocks then go down else waste alot of time travelling down.

I already communicated with them via WhatsApp, sadly they themselves don't know when stock will come in, and they don't take reservations and pre orders. I also can't go down once they do have stock as I'm only in SG on 1 day of the week usually. Guess I gotta wait a few months...

 

[NightRaven49]

I already communicated with them via WhatsApp, sadly they themselves don't know when stock will come in, and they don't take reservations and pre orders. I also can't go down once they do have stock as I'm only in SG on 1 day of the week usually. Guess I gotta wait a few months...

if u dont need the new pc urgently, then it is wiser to put off building it for now until supply stabilises. otherwise u have to either sacrifice local warranty to get parts from overseas or pay inflated prices to scalpers, neither of which is quite favourable.

 

[FreSch]

if u dont need the new pc urgently, then it is wiser to put off building it for now until supply stabilises. otherwise u have to either sacrifice local warranty to get parts from overseas or pay inflated prices to scalpers, neither of which is quite favourable.

Yea. I guess it is true that now is the worst time to build a rig.

 

[waddahell]

TS, if you have trouble getting from SLS, consider getting from Fortran? I got my first build from him in 2010. Getting second build from him this week. He will build the PC and deliver to yr house. His reputation quite solid one. Maybe can ask him for a quotation for yr build. PM me if u need his number.

 

[leeerwin]

TS, if you have trouble getting from SLS, consider getting from Fortran? I got my first build from him in 2010. Getting second build from him this week. He will build the PC and deliver to yr house. His reputation quite solid one. Maybe can ask him for a quotation for yr build. PM me if u need his number.

Hi is Fortran a boutique builder ? Can share with me his number ?

 

[waddahell]

Hi is Fortran a boutique builder ? Can share with me his number ?

I PM you
I not sure if he has a shop. Last time he operate under GamerPC or something.

 

[caden0325]

He is one of the reputable desktop builder, you can look for him and he can give good advices or builds.

 

[FreSch]

Is buying the 3070 from Lazada a good idea? I found one on pre order for around the same price, but I'm a bit iffy on buying online, especially if the parts come in damaged or broken

 

[leeerwin]

Hi TS what you gonna get for CPU cooler ?

 

[protestmofo]

Is buying the 3070 from Lazada a good idea? I found one on pre order for around the same price, but I'm a bit iffy on buying online, especially if the parts come in damaged or broken

I personally don't recommend lazada pre-order from local retailers. Stocks to SG will be very slow and the order might not even be fufilled.

 

[FreSch]

Hi TS what you gonna get for CPU cooler ?

I'm sticking with a stock cooler, j was told the CPU comes with one. I'm not planning on overclocking, I'm gonna stick with stock.

 

[FreSch]

I personally don't recommend lazada pre-order from local retailers. Stocks to SG will be very slow and the order might not even be fufilled.

So then buying from the store is the best way?

 

[snip82]

TS, if you have trouble getting from SLS, consider getting from Fortran? I got my first build from him in 2010. Getting second build from him this week. He will build the PC and deliver to yr house. His reputation quite solid one. Maybe can ask him for a quotation for yr build. PM me if u need his number.

Ya I also got from him. He answer all my question also... But debugging wise unless hardware.. he can advise u thru phone support and watapps.. very detail and helpful..