I finally found two desktops that are in my price range. Anyone know if PowerSpec computers are worth buying or should I keep looking? These are the ones I'm looking at.
1. PowerSpec B661 Desktop Computer 179846 - Micro Center
2. PowerSpec G150 Desktop Computer 186163 - Micro Center
Edit: If I go with the B661 I have a choice of either Window 7 Pro or Windows 10 Pro.
I've personally never heard of PowerSpec computers before, but it seems they are MicroCenter's private-label PC. I see some mixed reviews online. If you get one, I think it comes down to what you'll be using the computer for.
Yes, with the B661 you have the option of Win 7 or 10 - and 16 gigs of RAM, but only the Intel Integrated graphics. With the G150, you'd have Win 10 - and an 4GB Nvidia GTX 1050 graphics card, but only 8 gigs of RAM and a 1TB HDD. IMO, if you're doing anything graphics intensive, get the G150 to take advantage of the Nvidia graphics card. Otherwise, get the B661 and take advantage of the RAM and the 2 TB HDD.
I just checked Newegg and the same motherboard and cpu as the B661,16 GB memory and a 2TB HDD combo alone cost $362.97. If I do decide to buy I'll go with one of the computers from Micro Center.
LOL, I had also looked at newegg for the same reason. And I agree, if MicroCenter puts it together for cheaper, why not?
I just ordered the B661. I'll pick it up at the store later today.
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