Building a PC... using only Wish.com

TL;DR

Linus Tech Tips attempts to build a gaming PC using budget components purchased from Wish.com, but encounters multiple problems and concludes that the deals are not worth it.

Transcript

• Now we know it's been done already, but come on. In fairness, we thought about doing this a long time ago. It just takes awhile for stuff to ship from wish.com. You guys loved our Amazon and Monoprice PC builds so much that we couldn't resist the urge to do it again, but with a sketchier twist. So, strap on, guys, because I can pretty much guaran... Read More

Key Insights

• 🍿 Wish.com PC components are not as advertised, with used or misrepresented components being common.
• 🏛️ The build quality of the purchased components is generally poor, with some exceptions like the cooler.
• 🍿 Investing in a budget PC from more reputable sources, such as pre-built systems or refurbished PCs, may provide better value and reliability.

Questions & Answers

Q: Did the case from Wish.com meet Linus' expectations?

The case appeared to be of decent quality with useful features such as removable fan filters, but it did not live up to Linus' initial impression.

Q: What issues did Linus encounter with the motherboard from Wish.com?

The motherboard was used, which surprised Linus. The listing did not clarify that it was a used board, and it does not meet his expectations for the price paid.

Q: What CPU did Linus receive from Wish.com?

Linus received an Intel Core i3-2130 CPU, which he believes was chosen because it was compatible with the motherboard.

Q: Did Linus think the CPU from Wish.com was worth the price?

Linus deemed the CPU to be a rip-off for the price paid, stating that he could have purchased an old Dell business PC with better components for a similar price.

Q: What issues did Linus encounter with the power supply from Wish.com?

The power supply did not work at all, so Linus had to use a different power supply to get the system to function. He also mentioned that the quality of the power supply was poor.

Q: How did Linus feel about the peripherals from Wish.com?

Linus thought the peripherals, such as the keyboard, mouse, and mouse pad, were of low quality but reasonably priced for what they were.

Q: What issues did Linus face when trying to determine the graphics card's identity?

Linus could not get 3DMark to run successfully to identify the graphics card. The GPU was reporting as a GTX 1050 Ti, but it was likely a fake or mislabeled GPU.

Q: Overall, was the Wish.com PC build a success?

No, the Wish.com PC build encountered multiple problems, including used components, a low-quality power supply, and potential mislabeled or fake graphics card.

Key Insights:

• Wish.com PC components are not as advertised, with used or misrepresented components being common.
• The build quality of the purchased components is generally poor, with some exceptions like the cooler.
• Investing in a budget PC from more reputable sources, such as pre-built systems or refurbished PCs, may provide better value and reliability.
• Wish.com PC builds are not recommended due to the numerous issues and lack of confidence in the components' quality.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Linus Tech Tips purchases budget PC components from Wish.com and attempts to build a gaming PC.

• The case appears to be of decent quality with some useful features, but it is ultimately not impressive.

• The motherboard is used and does not meet Linus' expectations, as it is an H61 board that was not clearly listed as used.