Reputable tower desktop suppliers

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veniqe

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Who are reputable PC suppliers? I was going to buy a desktop from Takealot but then I decided to consider other suppliers. Problem is that I'm not familiar with computer suppliers so I don't know who to trust.

I'm in the market for a refurbished i5 12th, preferably 13th generation tower PC.
 
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There is at least 1 HP i5 12th generation on Takealot. There's also one on Bob Shop but I'm a bit wary of buying off Bob Shop.
 
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Don't you know someone that could assemble one for you? Buying the parts individually is usually cheaper.

You can also have a look at wootware. I believe they'll charge you a small fee to assemble.
 
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Adenoid Hynkel said:
Don't you know someone that could assemble one for you? Buying the parts individually is usually cheaper.

You can also have a look at wootware. I believe they'll charge you a small fee to assemble.
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No, I don't know someone like that. Is Wootware reputable? Have you dealt with them?
 
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veniqe said:
Oh fabulous!

I'm glad I asked
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But it won’t be refurbished. They sell new stuff.

That being said, if you give them your requirements and budget, they can make a good recommendation as well. Which you are welcome to ask about here. There’s a PC build thread which is an ideal place to get feedback.
 
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True. I've got a decent budget for a n00b desktop PC but I'd rather not spend a fortune. I'm not a gamer or an editor so I just need a regular PC.
 
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Go with Wootware.

You will find another store popping up on Google, do a search on the forum before you buy from them. Avoid at all costs no matter how cheap they are.

Can sometimes find nice deals on Carbonite.
 
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RedViking said:
Go with Wootware.

You will find another store popping up on Google, do a search on the forum before you buy from them. Avoid at all costs no matter how cheap they are.

Can sometimes find nice deals on Carbonite.
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Have you ever heard of Gogadgets.co.za? They've got some affordable refurbished desktops.
 
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I'll recommend another store. Met Nicholas from Hollandtech a few times through Carbonite. He can also build you a machine based on your needs or budget. He sometimes has second hand items in stock.

HollandTech

I have always had a passion for computers and electronics and finally decided to take that passion and turn it into something real. In my personal capacity I have built entire units and traded various items as a hobby.
www.hollandtech.co.za www.hollandtech.co.za
 
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zoozi said:
Why so cryptic? It's Evetech.
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I mean Evetech is a legit store, not a scam. You pay your money and they’ll deliver the product to you. I have bought from them in the past.

They have a bad reputation in terms of honouring warranties though. Thankfully I have never had anything I’ve bought from them need a return. So he usual caveat emptors apply.
 
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