Guang Hua Digital Plaza PC Building Experience

Introduction

• Location: Guang Hua Digital Plaza, Taiwan
• Description: Six stories of tech shops
• Objective: Test if it's a good place to buy a PC

Choosing a Shop

• Numerous options available
• Requires selecting the right place to build a custom PC
• Example shop: Found one with good deals on custom systems

Budget and Requirements

• Budget: 170,000 TWD
• Requirements: High-performance gaming PC (4K gaming)
• Desired aesthetic: Cool, clean look
• Timeline: Ready by Friday

Interaction with Shopkeeper

• Language barrier: None, shopkeeper spoke good English
• Approach: Played dumb to ensure good customer service

Building the PC

• Explained requirements to shopkeeper
• Trusted shopkeeper with parts selection
• Shopkeeper agreed to send a menu with prices
• Emphasis on personalized service and trust

Payment Process

• Initial stress about credit card limits
• Successful payment with multiple card attempts
• Credit card fraud detection triggered

Waiting Period

• Shopkeeper communicated via text for updates
• Provided visual options for system colors and brands

Pickup Day

• PC was ready on time
• Ensured quality: thermal tests conducted
• Warranty: 1 year, long-term support mentioned
• Shop builds about 5 computers per day

First Impressions

• Impressive build quality
• Good packaging: double-boxed, high-quality foam
• High craftsmanship: perfect tube bends, high-standard components
• Seasonic 1200W fully modular PSU

Testing the System

• Prompt setup at a gaming room in the hotel
• Spec Check:
  • CPU: AMD Ryzen 7950X3D
  • GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090
  • RAM: 64GB
  • Storage: 4TB
• Minor Issues:
  • RAM compatibility causing boot issues (solved by rearranging sticks)
  • Google Chrome pre-installed (minor bloatware)

Accessories and Extras

• Power cable, all manuals, extra PSU cables included
• Stock cooler and circuit board included for future reassembly

Final Thoughts

• Overall satisfaction with the build and service
• Minor quibbles: RAM setup and pre-installed software
• Successful handing over of system to a fan

Conclusion

• High-quality, personalized PC building experience at Guang Hua Digital Plaza
• System ready in quick time and exceeds expectations
• Positive customer service with a personal touch