Which specs better?

[Azweim]

I am considering buying from either Aftershock or Dreamcore.

Their specifications are largely similar, though AS can ship on same day. But I am more concerned about the quality of the parts (i.e., can last long, won't spoil fast and good performance) and the after sales support and warranty.

Could any expert advise which is better? Do let me know if there are better sellers/builds out there which I missed out too. I have checked SLS but they seem to be slightly pricier.

Option 1: Aftershock SGD $2295
LEVEL 4.5X AMD | R5 5600X + RTX 3060TI
AMD Ryzen™ 5 5600X
GIGABYTE B550M DS3H
AFTERSHOCK M-40 Frost Cooling
16GB KLEVV BOLT XR 3600mhz DDR4
ZOTAC RTX 3060Ti TWIN EDGE OC (LHR) 8GB
1TB GIGABYTE AORUS GEN4 SSD R:5000 W:4400
FSP Hydro Pro 800W 80+ Bronze PSU
AX Wireless + Bluetooth Included
RAPID High Airflow Mesh Chassis
*Free Same Day Delivery!*

Option 2: Dreamcore SGD $2344
Essential Tier 4 (AMD) AMD Ryzen 5 5600X + 3060 Ti *NDP Special*
– CPU: Ryzen 5 5600X 6-core
- MOBO MSI B550M DS3H PRO-VDH WIFI
– GPU: MSI RTX 3060 Ti GAMING X 8G LHR
– RAM: Patriot AMD BLACKOUT 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3600MHz
– Primary Storage: 1TB Corsair MP400 Gen3
– CPU Cooler: Cryorig M9 Air Cooler
- PSU Cooler Master MWE750 80plus White (Upgradable to Cooler Master G800 80Plus Gold for $30)
* Takes 1-2 weeks *

 

[KYZT2021]

Better get confirmation on the same day delivery

 

[Azweim]

Better get confirmation on the same day delivery

Thanks for advise. I am in process of doing so.

 

[tigerwoods]

dreamcore using what ram and motherboard?


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[Azweim]

dreamcore using what ram and motherboard?


Read HWZ Forum Rules!

MSI B550M DS3H PRO-VDH WIFI
Patriot AMD BLACKOUT 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3600MHz

 

[Psychedelic Senses]

A friend of mine went to buy from AS ready to ship series and it only arrived after 10 days. They should rename it to Ready-to-wait-long-long series.

 

[NightRaven49]

personally would pay the premium for better quality parts on the dreamcore build. u do drop gen4 ssd speeds but gen3 should be more than enough for most people.

 

[watzup_ken]

Personally, I feel both are pretty much the same when it comes to spec and build. The only thing that stands out to me is the GPU where Dreamcore offers the MSI Gaming X series which should be better in build as compared to the Zotac Twin Edge series. Nonetheless, I will recommend to go with the cheapest, and/or, fastest shipping.

 

[ItsmeagainhK]

I would get option 2 with 80 plus gold PSU if i can wait. Otherwise AS IF they confirm is same day delivery.

 

[caesium2108]

Someone posted a 3060ti build costing less than $2000(10/08 today), recommended PCThemes for the build as well. Maybe can take a look? Seems like better or similar hardware compared to what u listed.

 

[SkyShroud]

no say ram CL is what...

 

[Goodshot]

Someone posted a 3060ti build costing less than $2000(10/08 today), recommended PCThemes for the build as well. Maybe can take a look? Seems like better or similar hardware compared to what u listed.

But aftershock provide warranty, SLS shop doesn't. Need ownself bring go manufacturer

 

[caesium2108]

Heard many say aftershock after service also will give u a shock

 

[Goodshot]

Heard many say aftershock after service also will give u a shock

That's for noob lo. My fren all dun even know how to attach a wireless mouse . Need to recommend a idiot shop to them like AS

 

[watzup_ken]

But aftershock provide warranty, SLS shop doesn't. Need ownself bring go manufacturer

I think this is a factor that people don't get it. For people that have time and knowledge to DIY, it makes a lot of sense to DIY and pay less. For the likes of Dreamcore or Aftershock, it really helps those who are not PC savvy or have no time to DIY. In my opinion, these boutique PC makers tend to use better quality parts than the likes of Dell, Lenovo, etc. Or at least, you can choose better quality parts. The after sales service don't come free, so will add to the cost of the system.

 

[Goodshot]

I don't recommend AS or dream also . Only for those who totally doesn't know PC specs at all

 

[KYZT2021]

Got typhoon systems too

 

[guile]

I was looking at this
https://dynacoretech.com/ready-to-s...ster-mk-ii-im306t56x-uh5-ryzen-5-asus-edition
READY-TO-SHIP DESKTOPS

[8.8] - INVADER MASTER PHASE 3 - R5 5600X + 3060 TI [ASUS EDITION]​

• S$2,068.00

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Product Description​

• AMD RYZEN 5 5600X 3.7GHz 6CORE/12THREAD PCIe4.0 PROCESSOR
• ASUS TUF GAMING B550M-E AM4 M-ATX MOTHERBOARD
• COOLER MASTER HYPER 212 ARGB TOWER HEATSINK COOLER
• CRUCIAL BALLISTIX 3600MHz 16GB(8GBx2) CL16 KIT
• SAMSUNG 980 1TB 3500MB/s NVMe GEN3x4 M.2 SSD
• ASUS DUAL RTX3060Ti O8G MINI V2 OC TWIN FAN GDDR6 GPU
• LEADEX SUPERFLOWER LEGION GX PRO 750W 80+ GOLD SEMI MODULAR PSU
• TECWARE FORGE M ARGB BLACK TEMPERED GLASS M-ATX CASING
• WIFI 6 + BLUETOOTH PCIE ADAPTER
• WINDOWS 10 HOME UNACTIVATED

Though there's hardly any reviews on the motherboard and they don't allow upgrading it. I thought can just top up abit to the TUF Gaming B550M (without the E) version as the price difference is minimal according to their own pricelist.

 

[Ark Law]

*Free Same Day Delivery!*

That phrase has the same meaning as sellers stating "Refurbished" - i.e. no defined meaning

Same Day Delivery can be interpreted as:

• reaching the customer on the same day of purchase or,
• reaching customer the same day it left AS warehouse or,
• reaching the customer the same day it was received by the courier

Just like how 2nd hand chair Carouhellers stating Refurbished can be interpreted as:

• limpeh sit on chair no problem
• limpeh see chair no problem
• limpeh test gao gao
• limpeh test and clean gao gao
• limpeh professionally replace and renew components with OEM parts

 

[localITguy]

Heard many say aftershock after service also will give u a shock

yes, i can tell u this is true.

i have a AS system and their after sales service is dog ****