You enjoy DIY projects and want to learn how hardware works.
: Prebuilt manufacturers often save money by using "just enough" power supplies that lack the overhead needed for future upgrades like a new graphics card. building your own computer vs buying one
You just need a for web browsing and office work. You have no interest in troubleshooting technical errors. You enjoy DIY projects and want to learn how hardware works
What will you (gaming, video editing, office work)? building your own computer vs buying one
: Building a PC teaches you the "how-to" of hardware, making you much more capable of fixing minor issues yourself later on. Which should you choose? Build it if: You want a high-performance gaming or workstation PC.