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  Caselabs S3 Caselabs S3

  My computer build is a multi-purpose system and also a love letter to the amazing retro cases from Caselabs. Caselabs went... My computer build is a multi-purpose system and also a love letter to the amazing retro cases from Caselabs. Caselabs went bankrupt in 2018 due to the increase in import tariffs. So, to this day, finding any Caselabs product is rare and treated as collectible. My computer build features a Caselabs S3 with a black interior and white exterior. It is water-cooled using EKWB fittings and waterblocks. The coolant is a Mayhems pastel coolant that changes colors from yellow to green depending on the light. I use my computer for school, but I also built it to play 4k games without breaking a sweat. Some of the best games I've played using this computer are Death Stranding, Horizon Zero Dawn, SMITE, and Elden Ring. Some improvements I would make would be to make the custom cables shorter, just so I can reach the drain valve a little easier.

  $2,336.93

  Fernando A

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  Woodinator 5000 A.K.A. CYBERWOOD... Woodinator 5000 A.K.A. CYBERWOOD Structure Fire Starter

  I’ve always wanted to build a PC case made of wood. I’ve sketched designs, browsed Reddit, and became determined to make it... I’ve always wanted to build a PC case made of wood. I’ve sketched designs, browsed Reddit, and became determined to make it a reality. I stumbled across a MATX CYBERWOOD case, but to be completely candid, I was not impressed with the design, look or layout of the case. Plus, who uses acrylic side panels these days? I dismissed it, and forgot about it, until I found out CYBERWOOD released another case – this time an ITX case called the M1. However, the original cost seemed excessive for what it was, so I decided not to buy one. Fast-forward to January of 2024, and Amazon suggested the M1 case when I was browsing other SFF cases. Some how I was able to pick up the case bundled with a gen 3.0 riser cable for $37.65. I purchased one immediately, without a plan or knowing what I should do with it. I have an older ITX system (it runs PLEX and a NES emulator) that I originally decided to transfer into this case, but after I started the build, I realized the parts doesn’t do this case justice. It’s unique, special and pretty cool. My photos show how I started the build with these older parts but swapped them for more powerful hardware. To be clear, building in this case is work, but that’s OK, because it’s not annoying – it’s just oddly satisfying. Assembling every part is time consuming, and making everything fit can be a challenge. Parts that ought to fit don’t, and I had to be creative with cable management. I had to make a notch in the wooden power supply bracket to accommodate the switch. The case comes with filter panels, but they have to be attached with the included white tape - after you have finished the case. I ran into an issue with my BeQuiet! 120mm AIO, because the pump is designed to hang freely in the case, without contacting anything. It if does make contact with something, the pump makes a loud and obnoxious vibrating noise. So, I ordered an AIO with the pump built into the block. The Intel i5-12600KF processor is rated for 125 TDP, so most low-profile air coolers will struggle to keep it cool. I tried a Noctua NH-L9x65, but temps were all over the place and the fan contacted the side of the case – which caused it to vibrate and make excessive noise. I tried a Scythe low-profile cooler (with a height of 55mm), but it had to work hard, so the 92mm fan was always running at full speed. So, I ordered a 240mm AIO to keep up with the 12600KF. I also had to order the CYBERWOOD top expansion bay to accommodate the radiator. I had a used AMD 5700 XT on hand (purchased for $130.41) to upgrade my son’s gaming computer but decided to use it for this build, instead. It fits perfectly in the case – it’s 315mm and there is room for airflow. I had to order a gen 4.0 riser cable to get the most out of it, but the price was reasonable. The case does not come prefinished. I spent an afternoon applying 3 coats of polyurethane finish to the wood panels, and lightly sanded between coats. It’s ¼ inch plywood and needs to be protected. I’ve seen CYBERWOOD cases that were stained, but this takes away from the wood’s natural beauty. I highly recommend leaving it raw and just using wood sealer to protect it. I would build in this case again, but I don’t know if CYBERWOOD is still making this case. It appears out of stock on Amazon, but Newegg still has it listed. However, it’s priced between $125.99 and $226.99! I appear to have lucked out, when I found it for this price, and I plan to use, upgrade and enjoy it – as long as it doesn’t start a structure fire. The total build cost was about $849.83.

  $828.60

  Aaron C

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  NR200P SFF All White Build NR200P SFF All White Build

  Built this for my daughter for general purpose use. Eventually may add a GPU if she gets into PC gaming. Built this for my daughter for general purpose use. Eventually may add a GPU if she gets into PC gaming.

  $856.93

  Culver C

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  Mini-PC Mini-PC

  Wanted to build my first itx PC to save on space. Found the Lian Li A4-H20 which could utilize my 240mm liquid cooler from... Wanted to build my first itx PC to save on space. Found the Lian Li A4-H20 which could utilize my 240mm liquid cooler from NZXT. Temperatures are excellent despite the very small form factor. Completely silent when idle and not too loud under full load.

  $779.95

  Samir

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  Budget $1,500 Mini ITX Gaming PC build Budget $1,500 Mini ITX Gaming PC build

  Finally built my first gaming PC! It's been running great so far! I have used it mostly for gaming and video editing. With... Finally built my first gaming PC! It's been running great so far! I have used it mostly for gaming and video editing. With my limited budget, I had to source my GPU from eBay. I found an RTX 3080 for only 400 bucks, which is a great deal because it's comparable to RTX 4070 in terms of performance. And a new RTX 4070 is at least 600 bucks.

  $1,418.95

  Jingsi C

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  Dark Forest Dark Forest

  It's my first build ever after years of making mock PC lists on the MicroCenter custom PC builder. It's for everything from... It's my first build ever after years of making mock PC lists on the MicroCenter custom PC builder. It's for everything from gaming to audio production with some CAD on the side. It was a little bit of a struggle to build in it being my first build was in an ITX case, but overall I love how it turned out and am excited to complete my entire setup!

  $1,398.86

  McCleland I

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  Velka 5 SFFPC Velka 5 SFFPC

  Use the computer to power my sim racing rig. It's a <5L PC with the most powerful parts that can fit in a computer its... Use the computer to power my sim racing rig. It's a <5L PC with the most powerful parts that can fit in a computer its size, at least at the time I built it.

  $1,326.95

  Leo C

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  First Mini ITX Case First Mini ITX Case

  Finally decided on building a small form factor PC. Fits in my trunk nicely for those long road trips. Mostly used for light... Finally decided on building a small form factor PC. Fits in my trunk nicely for those long road trips. Mostly used for light gaming and leisure.

  $1,032.94

  Henry Ngai

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  Workhorse Workhorse

  For working and occasional Steam play For working and occasional Steam play

  $744.94

  aerosnow

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  Small Form Factor Small Form Factor

  SFF build that is meant for hosting a server to stream content to the house. SFF build that is meant for hosting a server to stream content to the house.

  $2,026.14

  Jonah H

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  Shrink it down Shrink it down

  I build this desktop with the goal in mind to take (almost) all the components from my existing build and assemble them into... I build this desktop with the goal in mind to take (almost) all the components from my existing build and assemble them into a mini-itx based system. Of course, to do this I needed a different motherboard so I went from a z690 to a b660. I don't plan to overclock so the features lost from moving away from a z690 motherboard don't really affect me. This particular itx case (NR200P) comes with both tempered glass and vented aluminum panels as options. I chose the vented panel for better temperatures. Gaming performance in titles I play (which right now is Elden Ring) is just as solid as when I have this build on a larger atx form factor.

  $1,784.92

  George

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  make it smaller make it smaller

  this build is the result of moving into a much smaller space and as a result, needing the smallest possible footprint for my... this build is the result of moving into a much smaller space and as a result, needing the smallest possible footprint for my gaming pc (that would still hold my midrange components and a discrete graphics card). to accomplish this i chose the cooler master nr200 which is one of the smallest footprints possible for my usage. everything is great so far. i'm continuing to play games at 1440p with my 6600 xt and i'm having no problems related to heat or temperature.

  $982.94

  Karl George

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  NR200P Mini ITX Build NR200P Mini ITX Build

  Compact but powerful build Compact but powerful build

  $1,561.91

  Williams W

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  White Meshy White Meshy

  For gamers, the compact size of the mini ITX case is perfect for LAN parties or gaming on the go. The Meshlious' excellent... For gamers, the compact size of the mini ITX case is perfect for LAN parties or gaming on the go. The Meshlious' excellent airflow capabilities help keep components cool, allowing for extended gaming sessions without worrying about overheating. Additionally, the Meshlious' sleek white design gives it a stylish look that can complement any gaming setup.

  $1,773.90

  Alfred C

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  Build of an SFF Enjoyer Build of an SFF Enjoyer

  This build is the result of many, many case swaps and hardware changes due to my interests varying over time. I started off... This build is the result of many, many case swaps and hardware changes due to my interests varying over time. I started off with the NR200P as my first SFF build, and I wanted to go smaller. I then swapped to the NZXT H1 due to its great price with how much you're getting. While I liked the size of the H1, I felt the need to switch back to the NR200P due to cooling being a limiting factor. After that, I managed to get a Meshlicious for free, and I swapped to it for a good while. I then swapped to a mid-tower build momentarily due to me getting some awesome deals for hardware, but in the end, I much prefer smaller builds. What prompted the switch from ATX is me getting an NCase M1 V6.1 for under $150. While the M1 is the smallest case I've owned up to this point, I wanted smaller. It was then that I managed to buy a black Dan A4 H20 with the Gen4 riser for just $80. That is what I'm settling with for some time. This is very much a gaming rig, but I also want it to be quiet to the point where I can hardly hear it. The new EK Nucleus 240mm AIO serves just that. It's a great cooler, but I do occasionally hear the pump for whatever reason. The fans are also relatively quiet, so I'm satisfied with noise. I've moved through several GPUs already, hoping that I'd settle with one. At the end, I'm using the Midnight Black Reference RX 6800XT. I definitely plan on upgrading to the 13600K so I can fully utilize the ram's speed. As for the games I play, it simply depends on what I feel like playing. Sometimes, I'll play FPS games, and other times I'll be playing more hard to run but "casual" games such as Doom Eternal, God of War, and the Spider-Man games.

  $1,377.00

  Trung T

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  HRPC WinXP PC (a Sleeper Build) HRPC WinXP PC (a Sleeper Build)

  Eons ago, I got a sweet deal on a case that came with a psu. No idea who made it. But I can recall reaching into a wire... Eons ago, I got a sweet deal on a case that came with a psu. No idea who made it. But I can recall reaching into a wire basket by the checkout line to lift it up and appreciate the good deal. That can only have been Micro Center. Probably the one in Yonkers, NY. The layout of how things are arranged, with nowadays a clearance shelf just before you make that hard right into the cashier line, it matches the memory, except with a wire basket instead of a wire shelf. It wasn't a wire basket full of closeout cases, either, just one case of the kind that was popular 20 years ago (nowadays) and a bunch of open box mice or whatever. The case is sort of specific to the turn of the millenium because it has a flourish of see-through plastic (how Apple!) and a slot for the floppy drive. Long time builders will recognize it for what it is, or is trying to be. I have no idea how long ago that was, but the psu only had a 20-pin mainboard connector - so almost certainly at least a decade ago that I bought it. Since then, it has moved around with me time and again. I mean, it just looks so of-that-era, and I knew quite well I would want to build a pc again at some point. But I'm actually not that demanding, and so my 2500K served me well for a really long time. Man, so November 2022 comes, and Micro Center has some sweet bundle deals for a system that is exactly 10 generations newer than what I was running. The bundles now are definitely not bad at all, but the 12600K and motherboard I picked up in the run-up to Black Friday were even better. Has an igpu, 32GB of RAM is double my previous amount, NVME's boot real quick, let me tell you... I am a happy camper! See, I missed out on the whole shift from spinning platters to SSD's, so I am sooooo happy about the boot-up time. You know that person down the block running an otherwise-fine-for-their-purposes system that they wish wasn't so slow to boot up, and you make their day by throwing a $25 SSD in there? That's me. Made my own day. Regarding the guts of the thing, I had to pick up another mainboard from MC because this is not an ATX case. I had gathered the cooler and one NVME over time, thanks to the buildapcsales subreddit, and I picked up the needed mATX board, some DDR4 RAM and another NVME from MC, and cobbled together a janky build that has plenty of storage (there's also an old set of spinning platters in there), along with a Tesla P4 to boost the igpu the 12600K comes with. Because I can't resist projects like that. And I don't really game, so something akin to an underpowered 1080 is more than fine if I can say i got it running thanks to some zip ties and the fan from an FM2 CPU cooler. That fan on the Tesla P4, it spins up real loud for just a second at start up before the motherboard slows it down in accordance with the fan curve, which makes for a really weird effect that i really like. Like, I love it! And i don't care at all that it looks janky as all get-out in there, nobody cared about that back when we were building ourselves Cyrix 6x86 and Pentium II systems, so it fits the motif. I recognize the blue masking tape is a little funny-looking, but it's there to catch the eye if you open the case, since I cut holes into it and cut away most of the drive cage. This was my first time cutting holes into a case with a Dremel and some diamond cutting wheels, like the Youtube videos say to do, and so I have plenty of airflow through the bottom and out the back, In addition to what the front fan is pulling through those period-matching vents in the drive bays. I have two 140mm fans in that tiny case with no real gpu to speak of, and so they can run really slow and still move a ton of air. It's the outside of the case that counts. That period-specific look, in what is certainly not the most elegant manifestation imaginable, but then dressed up with those stickers from Geekenspiel that obscure the case's lack of refinement (I mean, the see-through plastic is right on top of the regular beige plastic, I mean, come on!). I sincerely apologize to MC for not having MC stickers on there about the Millennium Bug, but I really couldn't find any - not even in pictures online. BB, well, they're kind of known for it at this point. Frankly, MC might not have done that! it's clearly where the smarter, more discerning customers shop. And I found an appropriate floppy disk online to shove in that floppy drive with a 34-pin floppy extension cable running to a usb adapter card connected to a mainboard header by way of a header to usb jack adapter cable. That wasn't hard, but man, did I do a whole lot of work just to have a functional floppy drive that I'm never going to use. And it's funny, but every time I open Windows file explorer, it gets all audible and clicks away while it looks to see if it has a floppy inserted into it. I guess that's probably normal and just how things used to be. But it makes me happy, so be it. Plus, now I can crack wise that you can say what you want about rasterization and vector-based graphics, but Charts Unlimited, I mean, for charts, to this day, you can't beat it with a stick! And nobody really laughs as hard as me, but that's okay. I for one am much amused. This has been a truly fun build for me, and I look forward to rummaging about in MC's excellent deals in the future!

  $367.97

  Sven T

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  Intel Jedi build Intel Jedi build

  Needed a streaming PC Needed a streaming PC

  $1,024.95

  DRicketts1991

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  Cloud Cloud

  This is a general use plus some light gaming PC. This is a general use plus some light gaming PC.

  $862.93

  Alina D

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  Intel Intel

  It's a secondary PC. Something for my kids to use when they come over. Something for me to use for racing simulation and... It's a secondary PC. Something for my kids to use when they come over. Something for me to use for racing simulation and streaming to take the load off my Ryzen build.

  $1,054.94

  April

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  My "mini" casual gaming setup My "mini" casual gaming setup

  This is my casual gaming PC build. It's in ITX form factor because I want it to be easily stored in my car when I move for... This is my casual gaming PC build. It's in ITX form factor because I want it to be easily stored in my car when I move for college. This PC can handle some lightweight gaming. I will also be using it for college work.

  $2,331.93

  Brian T

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  White meshy White meshy

  Everyday work and gaming PC Everyday work and gaming PC

  $1,546.93

  Arusea

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  ghost2022 ghost2022

  this is a machine that I put together in my new ghost case this is a machine that I put together in my new ghost case

  $1,635.93

  Jackie L

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  Captvart Build Captvart Build

  I’m a 3d artist and this is my workstation. I work with various music artists and record labels making still art and... I’m a 3d artist and this is my workstation. I work with various music artists and record labels making still art and animation. My artist name is @captvart on social media. I built this to speed my workflow up with rendering and modeling.

  $9,169.90

  Cameron b

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  RBJ RBJ

  All in all it took me 1,5 weeks for hardware and 2 days for software. I am very happy with the end result and can't await... All in all it took me 1,5 weeks for hardware and 2 days for software. I am very happy with the end result and can't await playing my games now with better performance and a functioning mic slot. Now it sits right under my desk being used for 3D Modelling, Game Design, Video cutting etc... and of course, gaming.

  $1,794.91

  Jonathan S

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