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THE BEST PC-BUILDING ASSISTANTS

IF YOU’RE A REGULAR reader of Maximum PC, you’ll know we have a soft spot for PC Part Picker (http://pcpartpicker.com). It’s a fantastic website that takes the hard work out of putting together prospective PC builds. Not only does it alert you to any incompatibilities, but it shows you the best prices for each component you want to use, plus stats, measurements, and ratings for everything. There are handy build guides for every budget, and community showcases so you can view and rate your fellow enthusiasts’ work. It’s required reading for anyone looking to build a PC today.

But that doesn’t mean it’s the only resource at your disposal when it comes to putting together your next build. There are plenty of other places you can go,

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