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Some parts cheaper, some more expensive. That is retail, buy where you want.
OCUK Prices
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This.
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Just add that I haven't for a long time bought everything from one store, good service isn't exclusive to overclockers. Just logical to keep an open mind and shop around, prior research is key to most decisions.
I don't have the tech kno-how to pick and build so rely on pre-built value for money systems. Unfortunately that means OcUK is out due to the higher costs compared to other specialist retailers.
Over the last few years i have purchased 3 laptops, 2 desktops and a gaming rig (+ all peripherals etc). On each occasion I contacted OcUK as they do seem to have great customer service and warranty and asked if they offer any discount - that'll be a no.
OcUK aren't struggling, so their business model works, but many other retailers offer:
Over the last few years i have purchased 3 laptops, 2 desktops and a gaming rig (+ all peripherals etc). On each occasion I contacted OcUK as they do seem to have great customer service and warranty and asked if they offer any discount - that'll be a no.
OcUK aren't struggling, so their business model works, but many other retailers offer:
- Quidco/Topcashback
- Military discount
- NHS discount
- Student discount
- Blue Light discount
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I had something turn up from OcUK yesterday, just a ssd bracket, 60p cheaper than amazon and a packet of Haribo thrown in. Usually I shop around, but good customer service can count for something too.
Still remember the good old days of 'This week only' deals.
Still remember the good old days of 'This week only' deals.
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Didn't know about free shipping, that's annoying 
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Its also worth paying a couple of extra quid on every order each to keep this amazing forum alive
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Ordered myself a nice system in May,£1600 plus,no haribo though,system quality made up for it though.
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I just brought a new Thermaltake case, should come tomorrow, £119 with free shipping from a competitor, OCuk Price, £35 more: https://www.overclockers.co.uk/ther...ower-case-black-tempered-glass-ca-19z-tt.html
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I used to buy all my kit from OcUK - absolutely everything. I’ve not used them for years though, as they are consistently more expensive for the same stuff.
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I've found some stuff more expensive over the years but generally used Overclockers for the free delivery and great service, unless the price was way too much.
Other times the offers here are so good they are cheaper by a good margin, the recent LG monitor deal for instance.
Other times the offers here are so good they are cheaper by a good margin, the recent LG monitor deal for instance.
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Its swings and roundabouts. The stuff ive been wanting has been slightly more expensive but ive ended up buying 2nd hand. Had ocuk been open for collections id have had a load mopre stuff off them. Suprised they didnt open last week with the other non essential shops
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I just bought a monitor, £20 cheaper than anywhere else but the delivery charge more or less wiped out the saving.
Still cheaper though.
I do notice its under new ownership though and being a German company the Dollar, EU and Pound currencies will all take it's toll on margin, exchange rates will have a lot to do with it.
Still cheaper though.
I do notice its under new ownership though and being a German company the Dollar, EU and Pound currencies will all take it's toll on margin, exchange rates will have a lot to do with it.
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I've found the forum incredibly useful when choosing upgrade options in the past. Recently the current LG monitor deal has been my first oc purchase in three years.
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True, but my 3900X came from Caseking for £405. Too bad it is £381 now from a popular sales site.
What haribo? I bought £1400 of kit a few weeks ago and didnt get any free sweets.