For many years, it's usually been cheaper to build your own PC using hand-selected components than purchase a pre-built machine, but is that still true in 2026?

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PCWorld reveals that prebuilt PCs now offer superior value over custom builds in 2026, with manufacturers’ component stockpiles keeping prices stable despite rising RAM and SSD costs.