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Micro Center has AMD Ryzen 5 5500, Gigabyte B550M DS3H AC R2 AM4, G.Skill Ripjaws V 16GB DDR4-3200 Kit, Computer Build Bundle on sale for $199.99. Select free store pickup where available.
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Written by SaltyOne | Staff- At the time of this posting, our research indicates that this is $134.99 lower than the next best comparable online prices starting from $334.98.
- Limit 1 per household. Valid while supplies last.
Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the comments below for discussion.
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Micro Center has AMD Ryzen 5 5500, Gigabyte B550M DS3H AC R2 AM4, G.Skill Ripjaws V 16GB DDR4-3200 Kit, Computer Build Bundle on sale for $199.99. Select free store pickup where available.
Thanks to Deal Hunter Eragorn for sharing this deal.
Thanks to Deal Hunter Eragorn for sharing this deal.
- Note: Availability for pickup will vary by location.
Editor's Notes
Written by SaltyOne | Staff- At the time of this posting, our research indicates that this is $134.99 lower than the next best comparable online prices starting from $334.98.
- Limit 1 per household. Valid while supplies last.
Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the comments below for discussion.
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I had a couple of upgrades I'd decided I could no longer sit on and had to pull together my own, much lesser, version of this deal via:
$35 CPU/fan new via eBay
I had to select for a 3000G (much less powerful, but still sufficient for the systems in question and with integrated graphics!)
$50 for 16GB of DDR4 RAM via local craigslist/FB marketplace
I was lucky enough to find a local kid parting out their system selling four (4) 8GB DIMMs for under $100
$70 motherboard via Amazon
This was a "lesser" B550 without Wi-FI, but I didn't need Wi-Fi so this didn't feel like a loss because what I really wanted was a minimum-cost B550 motherboard. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BTTZFQTP
So going through alternate channels I actually got a decent bundle price at $!55... but it took a lot of effort and I definitely got a minimum Win11 desktop horsepower configuration.
In contrast, this Micro Center deal gives you brand new gear with a warranty on all items from a reputable vendor. The configuration facilitates upgrading legacy systems to Windows 11 supported hardware. About the biggest downside here is the requirement for you to bring a GPU along (in addition to a case and power supply).
Good luck!
Jon
Community Reviews
This Ryzen 5 5500, B550 motherboard, and 16GB DDR4 bundle stands out as a strong value for a budget AM4 build or Windows 11 upgrade. The brand new parts come with warranty, current DDR4 pricing makes the kit especially attractive, and the board should still leave room for later jumps to 32GB or a Ryzen 7 5700X3D. The main catch is that the CPU has no integrated graphics, so a dedicated GPU is required. The mATX board also feels limiting for anyone wanting stronger power delivery or more expansion, making it a practical compact starter kit.
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Choose the ATX board if you want WiFi 6, more expansion room, extra fan and USB headers, or a stronger VRM for future CPU upgrades like a 5900XT. The mATX board is smaller and cheaper-feeling for compact builds, but it has fewer expansion options and weaker power delivery.
Yes. The 16GB DDR4-3200 kit is described as adequate for current games, and the board should support later upgrades to 32GB or a Ryzen 7 5700X3D. It is a strong value while DDR5 pricing remains high.
Yes. The bundle gives you new AM4 hardware that supports Windows 11-compatible upgrades, and it includes a B550 motherboard plus 16GB of DDR4-3200 RAM. It is a practical low-cost way to refresh an older system without piecing parts together separately.
No. The Ryzen 5 5500 has no iGPU, so you need a dedicated graphics card to use this bundle. That makes it best for shoppers who already have a GPU or are building around one.
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I had a couple of upgrades I'd decided I could no longer sit on and had to pull together my own, much lesser, version of this deal via:
- $35 CPU/fan new via eBay
- $50 for 16GB of DDR4 RAM via local craigslist/FB marketplace
- $70 motherboard via Amazon
So going through alternate channels I actually got a decent bundle price at $!55... but it took a lot of effort and I definitely got a minimum Win11 desktop horsepower configuration.I had to select for a 3000G (much less powerful, but still sufficient for the systems in question and with integrated graphics!)
I was lucky enough to find a local kid parting out their system selling four (4) 8GB DIMMs for under $100
This was a "lesser" B550 without Wi-FI, but I didn't need Wi-Fi so this didn't feel like a loss because what I really wanted was a minimum-cost B550 motherboard. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BTTZFQTP
In contrast, this Micro Center deal gives you brand new gear with a warranty on all items from a reputable vendor. The configuration facilitates upgrading legacy systems to Windows 11 supported hardware. About the biggest downside here is the requirement for you to bring a GPU along (in addition to a case and power supply).
Good luck!
Jon
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I had a couple of upgrades I'd decided I could no longer sit on and had to pull together my own, much lesser, version of this deal via:
- $35 CPU/fan new via eBay
- $50 for 16GB of DDR4 RAM via local craigslist/FB marketplace
- $70 motherboard via Amazon
So going through alternate channels I actually got a decent bundle price at $!55... but it took a lot of effort and I definitely got a minimum Win11 desktop horsepower configuration.I had to select for a 3000G (much less powerful, but still sufficient for the systems in question and with integrated graphics!)
I was lucky enough to find a local kid parting out their system selling four (4) 8GB DIMMs for under $100
This was a "lesser" B550 without Wi-FI, but I didn't need Wi-Fi so this didn't feel like a loss because what I really wanted was a minimum-cost B550 motherboard. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BTTZFQTP
In contrast, this Micro Center deal gives you brand new gear with a warranty on all items from a reputable vendor. The configuration facilitates upgrading legacy systems to Windows 11 supported hardware. About the biggest downside here is the requirement for you to bring a GPU along (in addition to a case and power supply).
Good luck!
Jon
What is the cheapest 5G?
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Honestly with RAM prices the way they are, I'm not sure why this isn't FP here on Slickdeals.
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Honestly with RAM prices the way they are, I'm not sure why this isn't FP here on Slickdeals.
- WiFi 6 (802.11ax) on the ATX vs WiFi 5 (802.11ac) on the MicroATX model
- Four (4) PCI Express 3.0 x16 vs. just one (1) PCI Express 3.0 x16 on the MicroATX model
- The ATX model includes an extra water pump fan header and system fan header vs. the MicroATX model
- The ATX model includes an extra USB 2.0 header
https://www.microcenter.com/endeca/CompareV2.aspx?returnUrl=L3NlYXJjaC9zZWFyY2hfcmVzdWx0cy5hc3B4P050dD1naWdhYnl0ZStiNTUwJnBhZ2U9MQ%3D%3D(Note that the MicroATX model does include a single PCI Express x1 that is omitted on the ATX model)
Good luck!
Jon
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I'm reminded of the response to RAMBUS on the desktop with the launch of P4 in the early 2000s. Though the fundamental market factors at play are different, the basic problems for the consumer (high cost and low availability) feel close enough for a little deja vu.
https://www.theregister
Good luck!
Jon
- WiFi 6 (802.11ax) on the ATX vs WiFi 5 (802.11ac) on the MicroATX model
- Four (4) PCI Express 3.0 x16 vs. just One (1) PCI Express 3.0 x16 on the MicroATX model
- The ATX model includes an extra water pump fan header and system fan header vs. the MicroATX model
- The ATX model includes an extra USB 2.0 header
https://www.microcenter.com/endeca/CompareV2.aspx?returnUrl=L3NlYXJjaC9zZWFyY2hfcmVzdWx0cy5hc3B4P050dD1naWdhYnl0ZStiNTUwJnBhZ2U9MQ%3D%3D(Note that the MicroATX model does include a single PCI Express x1 that is omitted on the ATX model)
Good luck!
Jon
AI overview - The Gigabyte B550 Eagle WiFi6 features a 10+3+1 phase digital power design, specifically utilizing a parallel power design for the Vcore and 3 phases for the SoC. This VRM configuration supports high-performance AM4 processors like the Ryzen 9 5950X, paired with a 4-layer PCB and UD power connectors for improved stability.
- WiFi 6 (802.11ax) on the ATX vs WiFi 5 (802.11ac) on the MicroATX model
- Four (4) PCI Express 3.0 x16 vs. just One (1) PCI Express 3.0 x16 on the MicroATX model
- The ATX model includes an extra water pump fan header and system fan header vs. the MicroATX model
- The ATX model includes an extra USB 2.0 header
https://www.microcenter.com/endeca/CompareV2.aspx?returnUrl=L3NlYXJjaC9zZWFyY2hfcmVzdWx0cy5hc3B4P050dD1naWdhYnl0ZStiNTUwJnBhZ2U9MQ%3D%3D(Note that the MicroATX model does include a single PCI Express x1 that is omitted on the ATX model)
Good luck!
Jon
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