🤔Computer parts on Chinese marketplaces are often low quality and not recommended for purchase.
💰You can buy prebuilt computers from Taobao, a Chinese marketplace, for as low as $300.
🖥️The prebuilt computer we purchased from Taobao comes with a 14-core CPU, 32GB of RAM, and a GTX 1060.
🌍Taobao is essentially a China-only version of AliExpress.
🔌The power supply in the prebuilt computer we bought is from a relatively unknown brand and has limited AC input compatibility.
Are Chinese marketplace computers worth buying?
—Chinese marketplace computers are often of low quality and not recommended for purchase. It's better to invest in reputable brands and retailers.
What are the specifications of the computer you bought from Taobao?
—The prebuilt computer we bought from Taobao comes with a 14-core CPU, 32GB of RAM, and a GTX 1060. It costs only $300.
Can I buy computers from Taobao outside of China?
—Taobao does offer international shipping, but it is limited to only certain items. Additionally, sellers on Taobao expect to interact with customers entirely in Mandarin.
Is the prebuilt computer from Taobao a good deal?
—The prebuilt computer from Taobao may seem like a good deal with its low price, but it's important to consider the potential issues with its quality and support.
Can I upgrade the components of the prebuilt computer from Taobao?
—Upgrading the components of the prebuilt computer from Taobao may be challenging due to the unknown brand and unusual form factor of the motherboard and power supply.
00:00Chinese marketplace computers are often low quality and of questionable utility.
00:45We bought a prebuilt computer from Taobao, a China-only version of AliExpress.
01:55The prebuilt computer costs only $300 and comes with a 14-core CPU, 32GB of RAM, and a GTX 1060.
06:12The power supply in the prebuilt computer is from a relatively unknown brand and has limited AC input compatibility.
09:58The prebuilt computer runs games at a solid 60 to 70 frames per second on medium settings.
