South Africa's most popular PCs according to Evetech and Wootware
South Africa's top online hardware retailers, Evetech and Wootware, have revealed the most popular PCs in the country, as well as trends among local enthusiasts amid high market prices.
Both retailers told MyBroadband that...
PS5 Pro-powered gaming PC build for December 2025
Rising computer memory prices make it difficult to build a gaming PC that offers performance close to the PlayStation 5 Pro at a lower price in South Africa.
The PS5 Pro is currently the most powerful gaming console on the market, supporting up...
The Ultimate Performance Package for Gamers and Creatives
At rAge Expo 2024, I had the privilege of purchasing a custom-built PC from PCBuilder, featuring MSI’s latest and most impressive components. The experience was memorable for the sheer quality of the MSI parts that went into this machine...
Importing PC hardware from Amazon vs buying local - pricing and warranties
The rand’s excellent performance against the US dollar over the last few weeks is good news for PC gamers who are looking to save money on upgrades to their gaming rigs.
Even with healthy competition between South...
Why you should consider a pre-built gaming PC
For many PC gamers, one of the most exciting aspects of getting a new rig is putting it all together.
However, another benefit that some may think would result from building your own PC is that you can save money.
Hey all,
My PC has been seeing very little use these past few months and I'd rather it go to a new home than sit in my study unused for 25 days of the month. I'm keeping my current 2TB drive, but will include genuine Windows 10 Pro installed to the SSD with the 1TB drive if taken as a bundle...
Items:
CPU: Intel i7 6700
Motherboard: Asus Z270-K Prime
GPU: Sapphire RX480 4GB Nitro+
RAM: Corsair LPX Vengeance 8GB 2666Mhz
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Luxe Anthracite Grey Tempered glass - Space for 6 x 3.5" + 2 x 2.5" drives
Cooler: Raijintek Tisis Black ( max temps between 50-55C in Cpu-z stress...
Hi,
Take a look at this build I have selected. I am looking only for advice.
I also have a 500GB HDD at home I will have to install manually. I also have a license for Windows 7. I have a 1600x900 20 inch Monitor and I am not upgrading for a while.
What do you think?
Also, I need a new...
Item: Gaming Computer Bundle (See specs below)
Age: Various <= 3 Years
Price: R7 500 Bundle or Split Price
Warranty: GPU till Nov 2020, Will get the details of the other components
Packaging: Boxes and other boxes
Condition: Like new, great condition.
Location: Stellenbosch
Reason: Gaming and...
The best value-for-money gaming PC you can buy in South Africa
Now that the cryptocurrency gold rush is over and there is once again a good supply of graphics cards in the South African market, building a gaming PC on a budget is a lot more realistic.
The power of current-generation components...
More people than ever are gaming on PC
As the year draws to a close, it is time for the various gaming markets to assess their successes and failures.
The PC gaming market seems to be going from strength to strength, if Steam's popularity is anything to go by.
Hi guys,
I have started working this year and am busy saving up to build my first gaming pc. I need some help on which components would be best value for money, and where to find the best deals in SA.
I am looking at a mid-range pc build, really don't need everything in 4k but would at...
Hello,
I have an old gaming PC I'm currently not using as I have a laptop.
Item name (be very descriptive):
Gigabyte case.
CPU:Intel Q6600
Ram 8 GB
Nvidia GTX 460 (i think might be a 480 but doubt it)
Gigabyte motherboard.
500 gb HDD
Age and condition:Case is average its not new.
Do you...
As the tittle suggests I need a relatively good gaming PC from scratch (capable of playing games like battlefield 4, Far Cry 4 etc.) for under R8000.
If possible can the specs include:
8gb RAM
A good graphics card.
And preferably a SSD 250gb/125gb (only if possible. Otherwise a fast...