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That's an interesting take, but based on MSI's specs for this machine, just looking at the actual components at pcbuilder, you're hitting $1000 on processor, ram, gpu alone based on Amazon current prices. Even more over at Newegg. I don't know what secret underground shop everyone goes to to build so cheap...but I feel left out.
I bought into the Costco Lenovo i5 3060 for 850 deal. Watching these deals for an upgrade opportunity since I have another month to return it. Def possible for these to be sub $1k.
That's an interesting take, but based on MSI's specs for this machine, just looking at the actual components at pcbuilder, you're hitting $1000 on processor, ram, gpu alone based on Amazon current prices. Even more over at Newegg. I don't know what secret underground shop everyone goes to to build so cheap...but I feel left out.
You're thinking about it too hard. In general, 3060 builds need to be under $1000 to be attractive. They are becoming obsolete with 3070 to 4000 series.
I'm in the market for building a new gaming / productivity PC and have been pricing out parts for a while.
I'm a bit confused about some saying "3060" builds should cost under $1000.
If I cost out the actual parts for this MSI build, it's roughly $1000 before the 3060 GPU is even added.
If the under $1000 3060 build doesn't have like-for-like brand new components, (same CPU, Memory, Storage, etc.) it's not a real comparison.
Add in Costco's 90 day return policy, 2 year warranty, and 2+2% CB and it makes this a compelling purchase.
That's an interesting take, but based on MSI's specs for this machine, just looking at the actual components at pcbuilder, you're hitting $1000 on processor, ram, gpu alone based on Amazon current prices. Even more over at Newegg. I don't know what secret underground shop everyone goes to to build so cheap...but I feel left out.
I'd love to know as well where everyone can build this so cheap.
Anyone know what motherboard MSI is using in this? I also can't seem to locate a manual or any reviews that shows if there are any extra 3.5 HDD bays available. Anyone know if there are any additional bays?
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I'm a bit confused about some saying "3060" builds should cost under $1000.
If I cost out the actual parts for this MSI build, it's roughly $1000 before the 3060 GPU is even added.
If the under $1000 3060 build doesn't have like-for-like brand new components, (same CPU, Memory, Storage, etc.) it's not a real comparison.
Add in Costco's 90 day return policy, 2 year warranty, and 2+2% CB and it makes this a compelling purchase.
Costco - Desktop - MSI Codex R - i7 12th Gen - 32GB RAM - RTX 3060 12GB - 2TB HDD - 1 TB SSD - Starts Nov 20
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I just looked at the actual flyer posted here on SlickDeals. The sale starts on November 25 in stores and November 24 online.
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