5 things to avoid when building a gaming PC

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It’s fair to say that building a gaming PC can be a pretty complicated experience. Sure, if you’ve already got experience putting a computer together piece by piece, it must seem pretty easy by now. But for the uninitiated, building a gaming PC can be a daunting experience. Even for those of us who’ve built PCs in the past, mistakes can still be made. With this in mind, we’ve put together a few simple things you can do to make the overall experience much easier from the get-go.

When it comes to PC building, it’s all about starting off with the basics of what to do. That’s true of almost anything, but it’s especially true in this case. Think about it, you’re likely dealing with components that, in total, add up to over $1,000 in expenses. That’s not something you want to mess up, so it’s important to cover the basics. With that said, let’s get into five things you should avoid when building a new PC.

Where it all starts is with the surface you’re building the PC on. One thing you should never do is build on a workspace that’s cluttered, small, and not perfectly flat. The PC building process can be pretty complicated, so it’s good to have plenty of space to put screwdrivers, loose bits, boxes, and other components. A clear workspace can also make the process feel a lot less daunting since you’re able to completely focus on the build. It’s much easier to get overwhelmed when you have less space to work with.

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Beyond having a large and clear workspace, you also want to make sure that you’re building on a flat surface. If there’s a slight angle, or if your case is accidentally resting on something, it could cause loose screws to roll around the place. Plus if you drop a screw in the PC case, it could roll