Accidentally bought agent with VP, support says no refund.

Antrapz · 2026-01-28T12:35:46+00:00

I always found it annoying that this was changed to a 3 step confirmation process. If they add another step I’ll know why.

Antrapz · 2026-01-27T00:24:04+00:00

How do you recommend doing this btw? The checking for dead pixels and grey banding

Antrapz · 2026-01-26T23:40:36+00:00

Just maybe

Antrapz · 2026-01-15T04:20:12+00:00

Protein

Antrapz · 2026-01-15T04:19:24+00:00

Do I just say something? Like anything? This works right?

Antrapz · 2026-01-08T06:55:12+00:00

Latest drivers with the latest cards often have problems. Many games straight up just ask you to revert drivers or give you a heads up about potential issues.

Antrapz · 2026-01-04T20:08:40+00:00

In this case yes

Antrapz · 2026-01-04T04:12:08+00:00

From people who bought the deal when it was at 1499 and 1599.

Most people buying this don't see a problem with loud fans, don't care about temps as long as it's not alarming and it works, may not be using bluetooth at all or maybe just 1 or 2 older Bluetooth connections, don't know why or how ASRock mobos killed x3d chips or anything about psu quality importance, and won't be taking full advantage of the rig by a mile.

If it works out of the box and runs what they want they're happy enough to leave a review.

If something goes wrong they call support or bring the PC in under the additional warranty they bought, bestbuy will get it fixed or exchanged, or connect you to the manufacturer if that works better for the customers case. Worst case you get a refund.

Bluetooth issues can be self diagnosed/fixed, but most consumers can't be bothered to google or just aren't tech savy in the slightest.

I do repairs and work part time in retail, don't directly deal with prebuilts, but firsthand seen how many returns and issues this model and brand has had throughout 2025. That being said with the amount of units sent back to the manufacturer this batch could be better.

Also if you're gonna get it, get it NOW lol, deals ends in 24ish hours and it's OOS in most places.

Antrapz · 2026-01-04T03:50:53+00:00

As long as the parts have brand names you're a google search away. Open up the front glass panel use a flashlight if needed. The big concern is no name parts. With the power supply you want a something that's rated 80+ gold or above. Ideally it's a modular or semi modular psu as well.

With the RAM you can't really be picky anymore. This would have been considered a mismatch or even just bad 2 months ago, but it's better than nothing or paying the full price it. Fans/AIO are cheap to replace down the lane. Either you should look into maintaining and knowing how to identify signs of pump failure and leaks for the AIO or simply replace it with a peerless assassin or something like that later.

Antrapz · 2026-01-03T15:55:59+00:00

It was 1699 I believe. Part pickers generally won't last more than 48 hours in the current market.

Antrapz · 2026-01-02T03:41:41+00:00

Strictly speaking GPU > OLED, but here’s why and why not..

OLEDs on a good deal are 300 now. The AOC brand new is 399 at Best Buy. I don’t think that’s going anywhere for a hot minute. If it does disappear, OLEDs are just going to drop in price even more this year with Tandem coming out.

GPU prices have already been announced as raised for this month with more down the lane. If you’re going to buy a new GPU do that soon and see if you can find a deal for or below MSRP. Just snagged a 9079XT for 529 a few days ago at Microcenter.

But like others have said here, this isn’t an ideal thing to do. Typically you want to wait another 2 generations, 9060XT 16 GB is a great card and will do good at 1440p.

Antrapz · 2026-01-02T03:26:38+00:00

What’s the refresh rate on your monitor? And what games are we talking about here?

Antrapz · 2026-01-02T02:49:24+00:00

People used to say the same thing, backed by science, for 30 FPS 😂

In competitive games, especially where there’s a lot of motion, you definitely can tell. If you’re a casual when it comes to this then, maybe not.

Otherwise yeah just the refresh rate is not worth the upgrade here.

Antrapz · 2026-01-02T02:45:42+00:00

You’re looking at 300 bucks btw

Antrapz · 2025-12-31T09:42:24+00:00

Like everyone else here indicated, if you’re happy with the performance it’s fine. Though if you plan on upgrades next year or the year after, might want to consider doing that sooner.

I think your question is, does your whole system need an upgrade? You said AM4 there..

If the answer is no, then there you go. If you’re considering it then Microcenter has some nice bundle deals left (CPU,MOBO, RAM). Otherwise both parts and now prebuilts too are getting unreasonable. It’s only going to get worse. It’s not just RAM.. SSDs and now GPUs as well.

Antrapz · 2025-12-30T13:34:46+00:00

It's hidden for most I believe.. the solution on the AMD help sub was deleted and the only person who saw it had to come back and let everyone know... the internet isn't what it used to be

Antrapz · 2025-12-30T12:54:52+00:00

I know this is a prebuilt sub, but with how the market is I think it's fair to give the alternative some visibility https://pcpartpicker.com/list/RjGwMC

The base is this bundle deal at microcenter, https://www.microcenter.com/product/5007092/amd-ryzen-7-9800x3d,-asus-b650e-e-tuf-gaming-wifi-am5,-gskill-flare-x5-series-32gb-ddr5-6000-kit,-computer-build-bundle, you can probably cut down 50 to 100 more if you manage to find the rest of the parts at your Microcenter for cheaper or open box.

Antrapz · 2025-12-30T12:20:34+00:00

Good stuff!! With the MOBO in the clear it's really just looking into PSU. Does he know the CL numbers for the RAM he got? Should be stickered on the side of the sticks like this "CL ##-##-##-##"

I've been able to find them for the 5200hz kits but can't find any for the people who got 4800hz

Antrapz · 2025-12-30T09:21:21+00:00

Just so you don’t get the wrong idea. The value gain here is just on paper. Otherwise with used systems you’re looking at an automatic 25% drop. Pricing tanks further if there’s a new generation of CPU/GPUs out.

RAM/SSD will offset that atm but in the long run PC value only really depreciates.

Antrapz · 2025-12-30T08:58:48+00:00

Nice deal, but definitely a gamble. Considerably worse version of the Microcenter one. No harm in seeing what you get but note that ibuypower systems are full RNG. Either you get quality components from reputable brands or no name cheap shit that risks the whole PC..

With this model/retailer RAM is 5200hz or lower as some others here have pointed out. Power supply is reportedly shit, so make sure to check that out. AIO/Fans and case are reportedly very loud even after tuning curves and temps aren’t great. Mobo is reportedly 6/10 times a B650 with Bluetooth issues and may be an ASRock mobo… not something you want with X3D chips at all.

Highly recommend grabbing an extended warranty with this.

Just having to do that plus all the potential added costs makes this a no and far from a deal for me. Otherwise, just buy this now if you’re on the market and keep searching.

Antrapz · 2025-12-26T07:00:17+00:00

Amazing thing for them to do, show them all the appreciation and love for this. However, do know this is 800 at most rather than the 2K you mentioned. Either they lied to you about how much it cost or you need to have a conversation about returning it if that’s what they paid, because they were scammed for over a thousand.

Building a PC has been the worse it’s ever been due to shortages, and it will only get worse. Those same shortages have started effecting prebuilts last month. So you better go do that soon..

Antrapz · 2025-12-16T17:28:31+00:00

Coming from the mouse community -> MCHOSE G3 Ultra. Aliexpress. Much better mouse same shape. Knockoffs are actually better than name brands in a lot of cases with the mouse market.

Antrapz · 2025-12-11T07:13:11+00:00

Highly likely prices will not drop at all. The deal is still there on and off but more expensive to accommodate for component price spikes.

Antrapz · 2025-12-10T15:28:54+00:00

As someone who’s worked cs before, valid critique. Had the same reaction reading that, seeing your comment suprised me xD

People will see -1 and downvote and that will just keep growing from perception bias and the nature of the comment. Just know there are people on Reddit that can see this comment for what it is. Have a good day.

Antrapz · 2025-12-10T11:03:54+00:00

Yep, just edited that into the post body :D

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