It's good deal, or build something new?

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Hi, I found these parts on web:

Intel core 3770K i7 CPU;
Asus P8Z77-V LX2 MB;
2x4 GB Corsair Vengeance RAM(red);

It's costs around 300 euro. So it's worth to buy it or no? How much costs others parts: gpu, psu, case, etc.? How to check used parts? Or better do new build?

Thanks, very much...
 
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Usually the person selling the used hardware agrees to showcasing that the parts are in working condition by giving you a live demonstration. There isn't any way of verifying a part is faulty or a dud unless it's been placed in it's socket and powered up using the essential components. That being said, the price you've gottne for the bundle above seems reasonable especially if you're situated in Germany but the only issue is you're jumping onboard an aged platform and one which is at least 3 Gen's behind since the 6th gen Core i processors will be upon use.

If you're interested in going for a new build or at least seeing what you can get in this day and age, we'll need you to go through this guide and follow up with the...

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Usually the person selling the used hardware agrees to showcasing that the parts are in working condition by giving you a live demonstration. There isn't any way of verifying a part is faulty or a dud unless it's been placed in it's socket and powered up using the essential components. That being said, the price you've gottne for the bundle above seems reasonable especially if you're situated in Germany but the only issue is you're jumping onboard an aged platform and one which is at least 3 Gen's behind since the 6th gen Core i processors will be upon use.

If you're interested in going for a new build or at least seeing what you can get in this day and age, we'll need you to go through this guide and follow up with the necessary details.
 
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