I'm about to buy a PC from a friend and I want to make sure I'm making a good decision. What are some key factors or questions I should consider before purchasing?
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First off, you need to get a full parts list from your friend. Knowing the exact specs is crucial for understanding what you’re buying. You should also ask for any benchmark results he has. This will help you gauge the PC's performance and any potential issues. If it's not running well for the specs, there could be something wrong that needs fixing.
Specs are super important, especially for gaming. The GPU is critical - you want to check that out first, followed by the CPU and PSU. Also, seeing how the system performs under stress is a smart move. Maybe ask to run a Cinebench all-core test for about 30 minutes while monitoring temperatures. And don't get too caught up in the flashy lights or liquid cooling unless it’s worth the extra cash.
Awesome, thank you!