Are pre-built PCs worth the extra money?

[Windows Central]

It is indeed possible to save some money by investing in a pre-built system instead of selecting each component yourself and then putting together a PC. However, how much you can save depends on a few factors.
There are pros and cons to buying all components from an online store, taking delivery and putting it all together without paying for labor costs. One of the potential disadvantages of this route is it can cost more when compared to pre-built systems available from Dell, HP or other manufacturers.

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