True to it As its name and origin, Cyber Monday is a great day to go shopping for computer parts. Whether you’re building a workstation from scratch or upgrading your existing PC, most of the parts you need are available at a discounted price right now (unless you’re looking a graphics card, It’s a).
What you need to know
If you’re new to building your own PC, you can Check out our guide here. We won’t repeat too much here, but a good starting point is to use a site like PCPartPicker to make sure that all the components you buy will work together.
We have a range of deals below on most of the components you’ll need to build a PC from scratch, but it’s worth mentioning that the graphics cards only hard to get right now. Not only are the highest-end graphics cards out of stock, but some are still in stock than expensive right now. If you’re trying to build a full-fledged gaming PC, it might be a good idea to buy most of the things you need right now, but keep hunting for graphics card deals as they go. come.
Motherboard deals
Motherboard MSI Z490
Photo: MSIThis motherboard is our go-to pick if you want to start a mid-range Intel-based PC. It supports LGA 1200 socket type, DDR4 RAM, and it even comes with built-in Wi-Fi, saving you an extra card in your desktop.
Another Wi-Fi enabled motherboard, this ASUS TUF Gaming model similarly supports LGA 1200 socket supporting both 10th and 11th generation Intel CPUs.
On the other hand, if you like AMD processors — and have so many reasons to do it– this motherboard supports AM4 socket for those CPUs. You can get an extra $10 off this deal with a mail-in discount, just make sure to apply.
Another AMD-focused motherboard, this ASRock B550 Phantom Gaming motherboard supports the AM4 socket, but in a smaller Mini ITX configuration. This is more ideal if you want to create a less bulky PC that costs a lot less.
CPU Offer
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
Photo: AMDThis Core i7 is part of the 10th generation of Intel CPUs. This is a solid mid-range CPU, compatible with the LGA 1200 socket. This model doesn’t come with its own heatsink, so you’ll need to add one of those heatsinks to your build as well.
While this processor is a bit less powerful than the i7 above, it is part of the 11th generation of Intel’s Rocket Lake CPUs. It still uses the LGA 1200 socket, so you can put it on the same motherboard as one of the other Intel CPUs we’ve featured.
For a little extra power, this Core i9 CPU is Intel’s 11th generation, but still compatible with LGA 1200 socket. Like the others above, it doesn’t include a heatsink in the package, but at a discount. you get for this processor will help offset that.
Amazon, Newegg ($495 with code BCMAY22639)
On the AMD side of the market, this AMD Ryzen 9 5900X is a powerful (and, according to the benchmark, more powerful than Core i9 above) works with AM4 motherboard socket.
Newegg (Using BCMAY22642 at Checkout)
Closer to the underside of high-end AMD series of processors, the Ryzen 7 5700G is currently $40 off if you use the slightly clunky promo code BCMAY22642. This processor plugs into an AM4 socket.
Newegg (Using code 93XSD62), Walmart ($350)
This Ryzen 7 process has slightly better performance at a slightly higher price point than the 5700G above. On NewEgg you’ll need to use the coupon code 93XSD62, but on Walmart it’s a flat $350 without the code.
Memory discount
Crucial Ballistix
Photo: ImportantNewegg (Use NECYMTEN29 at Checkout)
This pair of 16 gigabytes of RAM adds up to 32 gigabytes of pretty powerful 288-pin DDR4 memory. This is more than enough to handle most daily tasks and even most games.
Newegg (Use code NECYMTEN29 at Checkout)
If you don’t need a lot of RAM for heavy tasks, this 8 gigabyte duo — for a total of 16 gigabytes — of DDR4 RAM should be more than enough for light tasks.
Newegg (Use promo code BCMAY22389)
Another pair of 8-gigabyte sticks — 16 gigabytes in total, fun math — this set is largely the same as the pair above. So what makes it worth the extra money? Of course, RGB lights are integrated on top.
Discounts on capacity
SSD Samsung 870 EVO
Photo: AmazonNewegg (Use promo code BFFRDY73)
Some of the more modern motherboards have a slot where you can insert a compact PCIe SSD, giving your computer a huge speed benefit. This spacious 2 terabyte drive can plug directly into that space, if you have one.
Since SSD capacity can be expensive, one of the best ways to get a speed upgrade without spending a fortune is to buy a smaller SSD for your main drive and larger, slower drives for file storage. If that’s the way you want to go, this 500 gigabyte SSD is very cheap while still leaving plenty of space for Windows, as well as your most frequently used apps and games.
Situational trading
Corsair 4000D
Photo: NeweggThis mid-sized tower case can accommodate ATX-sized motherboards, has two 3.5-inch drive bays, and a stylish glass panel on the side. In case you want to display RGB LEDs on your RAM.
Newegg (Use promo code BCMAY22245)
For heavier PC builders, this full-size ATX tower from Lian Li features four 3.5-inch drive bays, a tempered glass side panel, and even private RGB LED strip, in case any components inside the case don’t give you enough light.
Newegg (Use promo code BFCRTX8)
Coming to a much more refined look, this Corsair ATX mid-sized tower case also features tempered glass, two 3.5-inch drive bays, and a sturdy steel chassis.
Power supply offer
Thermaltake Toughpower GX2
Photo: NeweggNewEgg (Use promo code BCMAY22662)
The primary concern with power in your PC will be how much power all of your other components are consuming. This power supply from Thermaltake can output 600W, which is more than enough for most basic PCs, but you might want to start monitoring the consumption if you plan to do heavy work or play games on it. You can get an extra $10 off this power supply by mailing as a discount.
A step up from the previous power supply, this Cooler Master model can output up to 750W to your machine. It also doesn’t require any special mail-in discounts or anything to get the full discount.
On the higher-end powering deals we found, this Corsair power supply can handle up to 850W, which should be enough for most gaming PCs, even if you have a really high-end graphics card. If you can get your hands on one, that is.
Other transactions
NZXT BLD
Photo: NZXTNZXT is a great middle ground between buying a pre-built PC and building one yourself. It is one of the our favorite picks to buy a gaming PCand right now the company is offering 10% off sitewide.
Newegg (Use BCMAY22627 to get $100 off, pay $150 off)
Calling this a deal is a bit misleading, as the retail price for AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT is $1,000. This is significantly more than that, because graphics cards are only in high demand and low in supply. This is one of the better discounts we’ve seen when measured against a particular card’s price recently—and even claims a mail-in discount for most of the discount—but it’s close. as more valuable as an object lesson for why waiting to find a graphics card might be a better option.
For all of the above CPUs that don’t have their own heatsink, this liquid cooling module can be a great choice. that is one of our favorite picks for system buildersand yes, it comes with lots of RGB LEDs.
