r/buildapcforme
PC buildingVisitShare your budget and needs, and others put together a parts list for you.
r/buildapc
Get help choosing parts and building your own computer.
About r/buildapc
r/buildapc is where people plan, buy parts for, and put together their own desktop computers. You’ll see first-time builders asking whether a parts list works, people deciding between two graphics cards, and others troubleshooting a machine that won’t start.
It’s practical and help-focused. The more detail you give (budget, country, what you want the PC to do), the better the answers. If you’d rather have someone put the whole list together for you, r/buildapcforme is made for that.
Best for
- Getting a parts list checked before you buy
- Troubleshooting a new build that won't boot or post
- Choosing between two components at the same price
Before you post
- Say your budget, your country, and what you'll use the PC for.
- Share your parts list as a PCPartPicker link so people can check compatibility.
- Search first. Common problems have usually been answered already.
Questions about r/buildapc
What is r/buildapc about?
Get help choosing parts and building your own computer. People go there for getting a parts list checked before you buy, troubleshooting a new build that won't boot or post, and choosing between two components at the same price.
Is r/buildapc good for beginners?
Yes. r/buildapc is welcoming to newcomers. One tip before posting: say your budget, your country, and what you'll use the PC for.
What subreddits are similar to r/buildapc?
Similar communities include r/buildapcforme, r/hardware, and r/pcgaming.