I'm based in the UK and I'm looking for the cheapest possible build that focuses purely on performance, excluding RAM. Any suggestions would be great!
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Yeah, the cheapest options are definitely going to be in the secondhand market, especially from folks who aren't too knowledgeable about PC parts. It's tough to find a deal if you're going for brand new components.
Honestly, the best way to grab a cheap build is to hunt for deals on used systems. Sometimes you can find someone who doesn't realize the value of what they're selling or just wants to get rid of it quickly. Beyond that, the current AM5 setup will be pricey because it uses DDR5 memory, so keep an eye out for secondhand options.
I see where you're coming from! For a basic system, with around 16 or 32 GB of RAM to get started, you might be looking at roughly £720 with 1x16GB and a decent 500GB NVMe. If you want to upgrade to better components, budget around £1000 for much better performance.
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