Are these Pre-Built PC's any good?

[jackmark15]

Hi guys, I've never had a gaming PC before and this will be my first time. I know the generally consensus is to actually build your own for cheaper/better performance but I'm unsure and would like feedback on whether or not these builds are good. Thanks.

http://www.ebuyer.com/727908-zoostorm-tempest-gaming-desktop-pc-7260-5170

or

http://www.ebuyer.com/718724-cyberpower-gaming-battalion-960-pc-ecc01272

 

[Benab3]

The first one looks pretty good, but is looks like is has a super crappy Power Supply.

The second ones CPU doesnt really compare to the first on.

 

[jackmark15]

The first one looks pretty good, but is looks like is has a super crappy Power Supply.

The second ones CPU doesnt really compare to the first on.

Yeah I noticed its only 350 Watts which is slightly off putting, would it be possible to upgrade this though by buying another? And how easy is it to upgrade the power supply myself? Thanks for the reply by the way!

 

[USAFRet]

Whenever anyone asks about CyberPower or iBuyPower, the short answer is simply - No.

The long answer is - No, not under any circumstances.
We've seen far too many instances of overpricing, incredibly poor construction (no thermal paste on the CPU), possible stolen or used parts in a theoretical 'new' PC (serial numbers actually ground off the components), gouging or stalling the buyer on an RMA.

Just....don't.

 

[jackmark15]

Whenever anyone asks about CyberPower or iBuyPower, the short answer is simply - No.

The long answer is - No, not under any circumstances.
We've seen far too many instances of overpricing, incredibly poor construction (no thermal paste on the CPU), possible stolen or used parts in a theoretical 'new' PC (serial numbers actually ground off the components), gouging or stalling the buyer on an RMA.

Just....don't.

Ok, thanks for the feedback, what would you suggest to do as a first time buyer of a gaming PC? Always just had this average laptop for over 5 years but want to be able to play games such as CS:GO, H1Z1 but not necessarily the games that require an incredible computer. Thanks.

 

[jitpublisher]

While I have been inclined at time to time to suggest pre-builds for certain posters who come here, when it comes to a PC in mind for gaming, never, ever buy one prebuilt. Period.

A "gaming" PC with a 350 PSU? Come on, this is why you don't buy them. With any PC built for gaming in mind, you are going to be using higher end components, likely doing upgrades from time to time, and a solid PSU is the very foundation of a good gaming machine that will be fun to use for years to come. If the place building the PC is going to start out with crap from the very beginning, it can surely only get worse from there. Do your research, buy quality parts from a a reputable source, and build your own. It is fun, rewarding, and you end up with much more for your dollar in the end.

 

[Benab3]

The 350W is actually below the minimum recommended spec for a 960, weird! To upgrade the PSU it isn't that difficult, but if you have 0 experience, you may want to look into it before hand. Really though, it is just pluging in a few cables in the correct place!

 

[USAFRet]

And if you can replace the PSU, you can build the whole thing from scratch.

It's not as hard as it seems. I can teach any intelligent 10 year old to build one. In fact, I did that last christmas, with my grandson.