Prebuilt

Jacob Roach / Digital Trends We all have that one PC horror story. Maybe you can laugh about it now, or maybe it’s just a lesson learned, but it probably wasn’t all too funny at the time when everything broke down. I have plenty of stories like that, but a few of the worst ones that come to mind are all related to prebuilt PCs. Here are some of the prebuilt disasters I’ve seen over the years, and what to look out for if you’re trying to buy a desktop PC. It’s better to be patient I’m no custom PC snob, or at least I…

The question of prebuilt versus custom PC is one that’s faced by nearly every PC owner at some point, be they enthusiast gamers or casual users. After all, getting a prebuilt desktop is a lot easier, but is it better? Is it more cost-effective? On the other hand, is building your own PC worth the hassle? The final decision is in your hands, but we’re here to help you make it. Below, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about prebuilt and custom computers. Prebuilts vs. custom PCs: pros and cons Jacob Roach /…

Buying one of the best gaming PC deals is always a smart move but it makes even better sense to focus on some of the best places to buy a prebuilt gaming PC. Responsible for many of the best gaming PCs around, such manufacturers tend to offer prebuilt units at a great price with the option to customize components as you please. Essentially, when you buy from one of the best places for prebuilt gaming PCs, all you need to do is hand over the money then add on one of the best gaming monitors but it’s nice to be able to…

Jacob Roach / Digital Trends / Digital Trends Gaming just got cooler, literally. You can get the OMEN 45L Gaming Desktop from HP, fit with a built-in cooling feature to keep your system from overheating during game play, starting at $1,200 (originally $2,000) thanks to this unbeatable HP deal so you can save while stepping up your set up. Create a stellar gaming station thanks to the 45L’s sleek case fitted with tempered glass panels, full-metal frame with tool-less entry, and 4 RGB zones. Plus, it performs as good…

Jacob Roach / Digital Trends Not all gaming PC deals are worth buying, but here’s an offer that gamers looking for a new machine shouldn’t ignore — Dell’s $400 discount on the Alienware Aurora R15, which brings its price down from $1,600 to $1,200. It’s still not what you’d call affordable, but it’s a steal price for one of the brand’s best pre-built gaming PCs. You’re going to have to hurry though, because there’s a chance that the bargain will already be gone if you check again tomorrow. Proceed with the…

I’ve never been a fan of prebuilt PCs. And no, it’s not just because I’m a DIY PC-building snob. In the past, building my own was not only fun — it was also easier and cheaper. But for all sorts of reasons, this year more than ever, my eyes have been opened to why people keep turning to ready-made desktop PCs instead of trying to build one on their own. Even with top-notch components readily available, building a solid PC is only becoming harder year after year. Without pointing any fingers (yet), the blame falls on…

If you're searching for a new gaming rig, there's no better time to pull the trigger than Black Friday. And while Black Friday traditionally starts the day after Thanksgiving, things have kicked off a bit earlier than usual this year. Swing by Amazon and you'll find a handful of Corsair rigs with steep discounts--all of which feature the powerful RTX 40 lineup.The cheapest of the bunch is the Vengeance i7400 equipped with an Intel i5 and RTX 4060. Typically sold for $1,600, it's down to $1,425. That's the…

Getting a gaming PC can be expensive nowdays, but thanks to a ton of sales and deals around Amazon Prime Day (July 11-12, 2023), you can get your hands on one at a great price. PC gamers tend to build their rigs themselves buying individual parts and putting them all together since it's typically the most cost-effective method, getting the best bang for your buck. However, we've rounded up the best prebuilt gaming desktop PCs available ahead of Prime Day--and probably throughout Prime Day.HP is dominating…

Mechanical keyboards are becoming ever more popular. Bespoke brands are releasing pre-built keyboards that give you all the good bits of a custom board, with all the convenience of the former. With premium key switches, keycaps, and chassis options, these boards are an excellent choice if you want a supreme typing experience, but don’t want to spend ages assembling a new keyboard.The Wombat Pine Pro is just one of these pre-builts, using its own chassis and combining it with a selection of different key switches and…

The Internet of Things (IoT) concept emerged about 30 years ago and is now making headlines worldwide. Over the last decade, the IoT has become a global phenomenon. In 2022, it surrounds us from the time we wake up to the moment we fall asleep. Countless devices, gadgets, machines, buildings, and more are connected to the Internet. According to recent IoT Analytics research, there are more than 14 billion interconnected devices in the world, and this figure is growing daily. The world of technology is developing at an…