Anyone who wants to buy a new PC these days doesn’t have to wait until a petty war breaks out over the latest PC bundle at their local ALDI store. People are increasingly using the internet to order PCs.

What’s particularly appreciated is the fact that you don’t have to stick to PCs with a specific configuration. Many online providers offer the option of interactively configuring your computer, from the motherboard to the case to the keyboard.

Know-how – Build a PC with a Plan

PCs that you can build yourself from scratch offer the opportunity to get a computer specifically tailored to your purposes and needs. Generally speaking, the more a PC should be able to do, the higher quality it must be in all areas. You should differentiate between graphics, sound, processing power, and storage capacity. If you want to manage and enjoy an extensive music collection on your PC, you need good speakers, you shouldn’t skimp on the sound card, and you should have sufficient storage space for a growing collection.

If you enjoy watching DVDs on your PC, the graphics and processing power must be solid (don’t forget the HD drive!). Pure home office PCs don’t really need outstanding performance in any of the aforementioned areas. You just need sufficient storage space if you need to archive a lot of documents and data. At the other end of the spectrum are gaming PCs, which are designed to be able to handle the latest video games (ideally with high settings). These must be well-equipped in all areas, but they also cost accordingly.

When buying a PC, please don’t forget.

When buying a PC, please don’t forget that even inconspicuous components that are hardly decisive for technical performance play a role. For example, an overly loud fan can impair your enjoyment of movies and music on your PC. And if you want to get the most out of your high-end PC for as long as possible, you should choose a spacious case that allows for future upgrades.