BLD an Affordable Gaming PC! - NZXT BLD Showcase

[CPotter]

Thanks to NZXT for sponsoring this video! 
Check out Lets BLD by NZXT at https://goo.gl/rAHePc 

 

Buy NZXT parts on Amazon: http://geni.us/DXC2LB 

 

"What kind of PC do I need to play X new game at 60 FPS on High Settings?”. NZXT’s Let’s BLD tool makes it easy to build a PC that can run your favorite games, with your budget.

[TheSLSAMG]

It's like PC Building Simulator in real life!

 

(At least the part where you get jobs requesting a PC that can meet x score)

[givingtnt]

Sounds like a sandwich

[Evolution.]

the lowest price option they have is $1000 I don't consider that affordable at all. It's a good concept but in practice I don't see it taking off but who knows. Their prices need to realistic if they're marketing as affordable

[Egg-Roll]

It's a interesting video however...

 

Building a computer is cheaper in Canada with identical specs (+- some parts that I couldn't find, and a different case with RGB )

Great site for insight but I would never suggest someone to buy from it, because...

 

https://www.letsbld.com/BLD#!/?shared=6092839585 (1288.91 > 1660 CAD)

Vs: (Canada Computers charges $80 CAD for system building, doesn't include installing windows afaik, thats an additional $80 which is equal pricing to what they offer)

If locally in stock you can have your computer in about 48 hours if you pay for services.

 

For americans it's not as bad... But still get overcharged for parts.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel - Core i5-8400 2.8GHz 6-Core Processor  ($178.99 @ Amazon) 
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG - H7 49.0 CFM CPU Cooler  ($34.99 @ Amazon) 
Motherboard: MSI - Z370 PC PRO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($126.75 @ Amazon) 
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2666 Memory  ($107.11 @ Amazon) 
Storage: Samsung - 860 Evo 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($79.99 @ Amazon) 
Video Card: MSI - GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB GAMING X Video Card  ($360.99 @ Amazon) 
Case: NZXT - S340 Elite (White) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($89.89 @ Amazon) 
Power Supply: SeaSonic - 520W 80+ Bronze Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($34.99 @ Newegg) 
Operating System: Microsoft - Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit  ($92.99 @ Amazon) 
Total: $1106.69
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-05-02 17:05 EDT-0400

 

Their express and expedited shipping fees kill any worth to their service. Standard shipping should be free... Esp considering youtube has hundreds of videos (tech sites have hundreds of documented guides) on how to build and install windows... No issues with the full service fee hassle free (assuming), but how Linus protraide it he made it sound like you'll get a good deal. Not the case, perfect for those who only know how to click and type, but for everyone else who has 2-3 hours and Amazon Prime...

[YellowJersey]

Anyone notice how Linus is inconsistent with his pronunciation of "Z?" Which side of the border are you on, Linus?  

[stasbu]

here fps per price in every game 

NZXT pre build games fps for price.xlsx

[Quadriplegic]

Sadly, this video is couple months too late. Bitwit uploaded similar video a while ago, back when there was a shortage of graphic cards.

 

[LienusLateTips]

On 2018-05-02 at 7:20 PM, YellowJersey said:

Anyone notice how Linus is inconsistent with his pronunciation of "Z?" Which side of the border are you on, Linus?  

In BC, we generally use both tbh

[YellowJersey]

On 5/3/2018 at 10:17 PM, JDE said:

In BC, we generally use both tbh

*Canadianing intensifies*