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frontpage Posted by Dr.Wajahat • 2d ago
frontpage Posted by Dr.Wajahat • 2d ago

PowerSpec G480 PC: I9-14900KF, RTX 5080, 64GB DDR5, 2TB SSD

+ Free Store Pickup

$2,240

$3,000

25% off
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Select Micro Center Stores have PowerSpec G480 Gaming Computer (1000002213) for $2239.99. Select free store pick up where stock permits.

Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.

Thanks to Community Member Dr.Wajahat for finding this deal.

Specs:
  • Intel Core i9 14900KF (2.4GHz) 24-cores, 32-threads Processor
  • 64GB DDR5-6000 RAM
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Graphics Card
  • 2TB NVMe SSD
  • ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Plus WiFi Motherboard
  • 2.5GbE LAN, WiFi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.0
  • Windows 11 Pro
  • Ports
    • Front:
      • 3 x USB 3.1 (Gen 1 Type-A)
      • 1 x headphone
    • Rear:
      • 4 x USB 3.2 (Gen 1 Type-A)
      • 2 x USB 3.2 (Gen 2 Type-A)
      • 2 x USB 3.2 (Gen 2 Type-C)
      • 1x HDMI
      • 1x DP
      • 1x LAN RJ-45
      • 5x Audio
      • 1x Digital Audio

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Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff

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Written by Dr.Wajahat
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About the Poster
Select Micro Center Stores have PowerSpec G480 Gaming Computer (1000002213) for $2239.99. Select free store pick up where stock permits.

Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.

Thanks to Community Member Dr.Wajahat for finding this deal.

Specs:
  • Intel Core i9 14900KF (2.4GHz) 24-cores, 32-threads Processor
  • 64GB DDR5-6000 RAM
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Graphics Card
  • 2TB NVMe SSD
  • ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Plus WiFi Motherboard
  • 2.5GbE LAN, WiFi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.0
  • Windows 11 Pro
  • Ports
    • Front:
      • 3 x USB 3.1 (Gen 1 Type-A)
      • 1 x headphone
    • Rear:
      • 4 x USB 3.2 (Gen 1 Type-A)
      • 2 x USB 3.2 (Gen 2 Type-A)
      • 2 x USB 3.2 (Gen 2 Type-C)
      • 1x HDMI
      • 1x DP
      • 1x LAN RJ-45
      • 5x Audio
      • 1x Digital Audio

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Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff

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Written by Dr.Wajahat

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I guess it's an ok price, should be closer to 2K. Problem is that it's a dead end platform, meaning that when the time comes for an upgrade you have to upgrade the mobo and CPU, but that only matters if you generally do upgrades instead of just buying a whole new box every time.

For $160 more go with the AM5 version instead. Best gaming CPU on the market right now and next gen is likely to be in the same socket. Deal here: https://slickdeals.net/f/18356128-powerspec-g723-pc-amd-ryzen-7-9800x3d-rtx-5080-64gb-ddr5-2tb-ssd-2400-select-stores-free-store-pickup?src=frontpage

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I guess it's an ok price, should be closer to 2K. Problem is that it's a dead end platform, meaning that when the time comes for an upgrade you have to upgrade the mobo and CPU, but that only matters if you generally do upgrades instead of just buying a whole new box every time.

For $160 more go with the AM5 version instead. Best gaming CPU on the market right now and next gen is likely to be in the same socket. Deal here: https://slickdeals.net/f/18356128-powerspec-g723-pc-amd-ryzen-7-9800x3d-rtx-5080-64gb-ddr5-2tb-ssd-2400-select-stores-free-store-pickup?src=frontpage
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Quote from tenkawa10 :
I guess it's an ok price, should be closer to 2K. Problem is that it's a dead end platform, meaning that when the time comes for an upgrade you have to upgrade the mobo and CPU, but that only matters if you generally do upgrades instead of just buying a whole new box every time.

For $160 more go with the AM5 version instead. Best gaming CPU on the market right now and next gen is likely to be in the same socket. Deal here: https://slickdeals.net/f/18356128-powerspec-g723-pc-amd-ryzen-7-9800x3d-rtx-5080-64gb-ddr5-2tb-ssd-2400-select-stores-free-store-pickup?src=frontpage

2k is what your paying for the CPU and 5080 alone. It's a good deal
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Quote from tenkawa10 :
I guess it's an ok price, should be closer to 2K. Problem is that it's a dead end platform, meaning that when the time comes for an upgrade you have to upgrade the mobo and CPU, but that only matters if you generally do upgrades instead of just buying a whole new box every time. For $160 more go with the AM5 version instead. Best gaming CPU on the market right now and next gen is likely to be in the same socket. Deal here: https://slickdeals.net/f/18356128-powerspec-g723-pc-amd-ryzen-7-9800x3d-rtx-5080-64gb-ddr5-2tb-ssd-2400-select-stores-free-store-pickup?src=frontpage
The Intel i9 is way better than the Ryzen 9800x3d though?
24 core 32 threads vs 8 core 8 threads
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Quote from tenkawa10 :
I guess it's an ok price, should be closer to 2K. Problem is that it's a dead end platform, meaning that when the time comes for an upgrade you have to upgrade the mobo and CPU, but that only matters if you generally do upgrades instead of just buying a whole new box every time.

For $160 more go with the AM5 version instead. Best gaming CPU on the market right now and next gen is likely to be in the same socket. Deal here: https://slickdeals.net/f/18356128-powerspec-g723-pc-amd-ryzen-7-9800x3d-rtx-5080-64gb-ddr5-2tb-ssd-2400-select-stores-free-store-pickup?src=frontpage

Not only is the Intel LGA1700 dead (you won't be able to upgrade to a better CPU in the future without replacing the mobo), I wouldn't trust 13/14th gen intel with the oxidation and degradation issues. Yes intel claims it's fixed, but they've bumbled this whole thing. Time will tell how bad it actually is.

100% go AMD in my opinion. This is coming from someone who has a 12th gen intel chip.
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Quote from tenkawa10 :
I guess it's an ok price, should be closer to 2K. Problem is that it's a dead end platform, meaning that when the time comes for an upgrade you have to upgrade the mobo and CPU, but that only matters if you generally do upgrades instead of just buying a whole new box every time. For $160 more go with the AM5 version instead. Best gaming CPU on the market right now and next gen is likely to be in the same socket. Deal here: https://slickdeals.net/f/18356128-powerspec-g723-pc-amd-ryzen-7-9800x3d-rtx-5080-64gb-ddr5-2tb-ssd-2400-select-stores-free-store-pickup?src=frontpage
vast majority of people are not looking to upgrade cpu in 1-2 years. people who buy 98003xd are not looking to upgrade to very next gen cpu. so "dead socket" doesnt matter for most people.
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I would pull the trigger on this if I lived near one, because my PC (bought back in Nov) was $2300 from Costco after -$300 coupon for similar specs except 4080 super, 5600 RAM, only Wind 11, and CPU was F series which is $50 cheaper than KF.
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The Intel i9 is way better than the Ryzen 9800x3d though?
24 core 32 threads vs 8 core 8 threads
For gaming? Absolutely not. 9800x3d unfortunately sits at the top of the list.

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Quote from sheisty :
For gaming? Absolutely not. 9800x3d unfortunately sits at the top of the list.

If you are gaming at 1440p and 9800x3d is not much better. 9800x3d has some fried chip issues tho.
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Quote from tenkawa10 :
I guess it's an ok price, should be closer to 2K. Problem is that it's a dead end platform, meaning that when the time comes for an upgrade you have to upgrade the mobo and CPU, but that only matters if you generally do upgrades instead of just buying a whole new box every time. For $160 more go with the AM5 version instead. Best gaming CPU on the market right now and next gen is likely to be in the same socket. Deal here: https://slickdeals.net/f/18356128-powerspec-g723-pc-amd-ryzen-7-9800x3d-rtx-5080-64gb-ddr5-2tb-ssd-2400-select-stores-free-store-pickup?src=frontpage
With the PowerSpecs all 20% until June 8, there are some nice deals to be had. I just picked up a G911 open box complete for $2,300, which is $1,100 less than their regular, new, non-sale price:

https://www.microcenter.com/produ...-gaming-pc

It's an excellent pre-built. I couldn't have built it myself for that price (especially when I factor in what my time is worth).

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