Hey everyone! I came across this gaming PC in a buy-sell group for $1300 AUD and I'm curious about whether it's a good deal or if it's considered outdated. Here are the specs:
- Ryzen 9 5950X
- 128GB DDR4 3200MHz RAM
- RTX 4070 12GB
- MSI B550 ATX Motherboard
- Corsair 1000W PSU
- 240mm AIO cooler with Noctua fans
- 2TB M.2 SSD
- Phanteks ATX case
Should I stick with this option, or would it be smarter to spend around $1600 AUD on a new pre-built? Also, does anyone know if I can easily transfer these components to a modern case? Thanks for any feedback!
4 Answers
Honestly, go for the new one. You won’t need that much RAM or a 1000W PSU, and it might be better to look at something like a Ryzen 5 7600X and RX 7800XT if you can find them at decent prices!
In Aus, entry-level pre-builds are already $1500 or more for lower specs like a Ryzen 5 5600 with a 4060. From what I found, this build looks solid!
Comparing it to a pre-built deal I found for $1,300 here: The Ryzen 9 5950X is great for gaming, and even better for tasks like video editing because of its cores. The 4070 is also competitive. Just keep in mind that the second-hand PC is on the older AM4 platform, while new ones are on AM5, which offers upgrade options down the line. If it were me, I'd want a bit more of a discount to go for the second-hand option, but it could work for you if you find the price right!
Overall, that setup is a pretty great deal in AUD! You could definitely swap everything into a different case if you wanted. Honestly, you wouldn’t be able to build something similar for that price, especially in Australia where new prebuilts can be more expensive than you think.
I've heard that building a similar PC could set you back around $3,000 or more, right?
That’s exactly what worries me! If I choose this second-hand PC, will I end up regretting it when I need to upgrade?