[k.y]

I'm curious, what is the difference in performance between a manufactored computer and a custom built one? if a manufactor comp has the same specs as a customized, would the customized comp be a bit slower or have more problems (even if its perfectly built with new parts)? or would they both be the same?

[wowzors]

I'm curious, what is the difference in performance between a manufactored computer and a custom built one? if a manufactor comp has the same specs as a customized, would the customized comp be a bit slower or have more problems (even if its perfectly built with new parts)? or would they both be the same?

I have no clue what you're saying...


If you use better parts, your computer will be faster.
You just need to compare the specs i.e CPU, RAM etc... to determine which is faster...


I guess if you buy a pre-built pc, you'll be loaded with unnecessary programs to slow your computer but it's not much of a difference.

[iamsars]

if ur using the EXACT same parts... the only difference will be the price of the 2 and the custom computer is usually a bit cheaper

[lockinsocks]

I have no clue what you're saying...


If you use better parts, your computer will be faster.
You just need to compare the specs i.e CPU, RAM etc... to determine which is faster...


I guess if you buy a pre-built pc, you'll be loaded with unnecessary programs to slow your computer but it's not much of a difference.

if ur using the EXACT same parts... the only difference will be the price of the 2 and the custom computer is usually a bit cheaper

This isn't actually true.

Just because you go out there and buy parts that are the same as the ones retailers offer, it doesn't mean building custom computers will save you money. The pros of building your own computer gives you the freedom of choices on what parts you want to buy and where to buy the parts at a lower price. It just give you more choices while buying from retails give you a small selections to build your computer. Different online stores offer different parts at different prices. Prices varies depending on where you buy your parts and during what time of the year you buy it. With newer technology coming out, the older stuff that was released a few months ago might drop in prices. But this all depends on you.

And just because you buy a pre-built computer doesn't mean it'll come with all these unnecessary programs that will slow your computer down.

[negitoro]

This isn't actually true.

Just because you go out there and buy parts that are the same as the ones retailers offer, it doesn't mean building custom computers will save you money. The pros of building your own computer gives you the freedom of choices on what parts you want to buy and where to buy the parts at a lower price. It just give you more choices while buying from retails give you a small selections to build your computer. Different online stores offer different parts at different prices. Prices varies depending on where you buy your parts and during what time of the year you buy it. With newer technology coming out, the older stuff that was released a few months ago might drop in prices. But this all depends on you.

And just because you buy a pre-built computer doesn't mean it'll come with all these unnecessary programs that will slow your computer down.

I agree with this. The big PC manufacturers have buying power so they can negotiate huge savings off the prices of typical components which can mean cheaper PCs for the consumer. The flipside, of course, is that you'll get minimal selection of parts.

Then, of course, there are the 'boutique PCs' done by 'brand name builders' (like Alienware etc) who charge for the common consumer who wants the privilege of owning cutting edge tech without actually going about it yourself.

Performance isn't necessarily better or worse if a builder makes your PC. You can slow down a system you build yourself (like using slower memory than your mobo supports, choosing the wrong components etc) just as much as using generic hardware from the builders.

The biggest advantage to building your own PC is being able to pick and choose the best hardware available in your budget. You can mix and match and sacrifice one thing for another in ways that a builder wouldn't allow you to do.

[白い雲]

You can save alot more money by customizing and putting together your own machine. There are many great deals online which you can get really good parts for relatively cheap. But one of the benefits of having your own custom built computer is well....personalization!

For one, units bought from manufacturers provide your with their own tower with sometimes inefficient air ventilation due to their cases. Also most likely or not, you are going to get a stock PSU that will limit your options of a better graphics card to only a select few. On top of that as it is mentioned already, vendors include a bunch of crap on your Operating system when you get it such as Ads and trial software etc.

[R1CE]

well i do know that you get your own personal satisfaction when u build your own machine. its saying i made this monster (:

[au_revior]

well i do know that you get your own personal satisfaction when u build your own machine. its saying i made this monster (:

yeah true, beside building your own PC is not that hard is just plug and play beside you can decide which component goes in and also you can upgrade it over time and some Manufacturer PC doesn't allow you to upgrade your com. But building you PC have its own risk for example you must be good in troubleshooting if you wrongly install any component. manufacturer PC has Warranty for all parts and support so thats abt it.

[白い雲]

The only downside is that you hold responsibility for any damaged or malfunctioned parts. The manufacturer does not account for the problems the user causes.

[aznfishyfart]

it all depends on wat parts ur using
i "built" a computer with same specs at the one i built myself on dell website
it costs 2x more from dell
it all depends on how good of prices u can get from online....sometimes online could be rediculously cheap if u happen to be looking at the right place at the right time.

[watcher]

I'm curious, what is the difference in performance between a manufactored computer and a custom built one? if a manufactor comp has the same specs as a customized, would the customized comp be a bit slower or have more problems (even if its perfectly built with new parts)? or would they both be the same?

assuming same specs and same exact parts, the variance in performance is negligible and more an issue of quality assurance than who made the system. there's no real 'magic' because it's custom built or made by a manufacturer. manufacturers simply offer you a service that you could do on your own if you really wanted to.

that said, unless you're looking to make a high performance gaming machine, or a specialized media center PC, i'd just buy from a manufacturer. manufacturer-made computers are cheap nowadays, and you can upgrade and/or switch out basic parts for cheap. for most average users, this will save time and money, especially when something goes wrong with your hardware.