I'm considering purchasing a gaming PC from Facebook Marketplace for $750. It features a Ryzen 5 5500 processor, RTX 5060 with 8GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. Is this a good deal, or should I be cautious?
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I personally wouldn't buy anything from Facebook Marketplace. It can be hit or miss on quality, and I'd rather stick to reputable retailers where you get a warranty and easier returns.
This might not be the best place for a question like this, but I'd advise against it unless it's a rare deal in your area. For just a little more, you can often find new systems with better components and proper support.
I'm wary of used gear, especially from sources like Facebook. If you're set on this one, try haggling down to around $600. And make sure there are no signs of smoke; that can make used hardware really unpleasant to deal with.
It seems like a fair deal, though not a steal. For reference, a similar new setup would typically be around $799 plus tax, so getting it for $750 without tax isn't too bad. If you can negotiate to $700, that would be even better, but overall, this price isn't unreasonable right now.
Honestly, I think it's a bit overpriced. You can often find new systems for less, even with the current RAM prices. I priced out a similar build, and it came to around $690. If you want to save some cash, I suggest looking at new options instead.

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