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GPU Market Updates

Jawa GPU Market Update: August 2023

Never buy a new GPU again. Your FPS will thank you.

An RTX 3070Ti ITX Build for $750… OMG

In terms of straight up price to performance, I think this may be the best build in this newsletter series so far. If you move past the questionable posting description and sub-par build photos and just look at the value, it’s off the charts with this build. If you’

Air Cooling vs. Liquid Cooling (AIO) Which is best for your next system?

Cooling is a critical aspect of any high-performance computer setup. Air coolers and all-in-one (AIO) liquid coolers are the most prevalent. But which one should you choose?

*New seller* Fee Update (no changes for existing sellers)

Hello Jawa Sellers, Starting 9/12/23, we're making an adjustment to our platform fee. For all new sellers joining us, the platform fee will be set at 9%. However, we have some good news for our existing sellers who have been with us before this date - you'll continue

Zach's Featured Builds

A Starfield Ready PC with Starfield Included!

Critical Hit Computers is firing on all cylinders this week as not only did they post a high end gaming PC that’s certain to crush Starfield in 1080p and 1440p, but they’re also throwing a copy of the game in for free with the build! I absolutely love

Jawa GPU Market Update: July 2023

Never buy a new GPU again. Your FPS will thank you.

Zach's Featured Builds

This Build Inside the Montech Sky Two Isn’t What We’re Used To

I don’t typically feature what I would consider “high-end gaming PCs” on this newsletter often, so when I do, it’s for good reason. Multiple reasons actually. There’s a lot to love inside the latest drop from OutWest Builds and this kind of PC is for gamers that

Great PCs for playing Starfield at every price point!

Starfield is certainly a demanding game, with a pretty high bar for the minimum spec! The PCs listed below range from meeting the minimum requirements to far exceeding the recommended ones. There's a Starfield-ready PC for gamers on all budgets. Check out our list of some of the best PCs

Starfield PC Specifications

Starfield is just around the corner and gamers everywhere are leveling up their builds to make sure they get maximum gameplay with this potential game of the year! Below we're breaking down the minimum and recommended hardware specifications to ensure the PC you have or are shopping for is ready

Zach's Featured Builds

BRB, Going to Copy This Build ASAP

Wow, now this is the type of gaming PC prebuilt that I personally draw inspiration from and immediately want to replicate it for myself. Not only is this one of the best price to performance ~$1000 builds on Jawa right now, but it’s also one of the cleanest looking

Back to School: Tech Edition – Top Picks for Students in 2023

Whether you're headed back to the classroom or engaging in remote learning, having the right tech can make all the difference. Dive into this school year armed with top-tier devices and accessories designed to boost your productivity and gaming breaks. Here are 12 great items for students in 2023: Desktops

The Perfect Timing: Why Back-to-School Season is a Golden Opportunity to Buy a Gaming Laptop/Desktop

In today's digital era, the back-to-school season means less notebooks and pencils and more laptops and desktops. And if you're an avid gamer or someone looking to jump into the exciting world of PC gaming, this season might be the best time to invest in a gaming laptop or desktop.

Building Your Gaming PC for Armored Core 6: Embracing the Mech Customization Spirit

Gaming is an immersive experience, and every gamer knows the importance of a powerful machine that doesn't stutter when the action gets intense. Just like the intricate mech customization in Armored Core 6, crafting the perfect gaming PC requires a blend of power, aesthetics, and functionality. In this guide, we'll

Zach's Featured Builds

The META for Budget Gaming PCs

Whether you’re a PC gamer interested in a new build, or an experienced PC flipper, today’s featured build is certainly one to take a look at. Forge Computers crafted up what I would consider an “Optimized META” budget gaming PC and it’s the ultimate form of price

Zach's Featured Builds

This Anime Themed PC is a Work of Art

Wow, now this is easily one of the best looking builds that I’ve ever covered on this newsletter before. I personally have no idea what I’m looking at in terms of the character/theme, but what I do know is that this is a gorgeous gaming PC inside

Sell your laptop to earn a bonus!

Sell your laptop on Jawa and get $20 Jawa credit on top of your payout! Back to school season is coming! Get in on the sales by listing your laptop - if you list and sell your laptop between now and September 4, you'll get $20 Jawa credit in addition

F1 Manager 2023: A Guide to Building the Ultimate PC Gaming Rig

F1 Manager 2023 is almost here, and I couldn't be more thrilled! The game promises to offer an exhilarating experience, throwing players into the heart of Formula 1® action with a brand-new season filled with excitement and challenges. As a Team Principal, you get to call the shots for one

Theorycraft Games Project Loki: Recommended / Min Specs

After catching a glimpse of the announcement trailer for the game Codenamed Project Loki, I can't help but feel a growing sense of excitement to experience it firsthand. As someone deeply immersed in the world of League of Legends and FPS games, Project Loki appears to be the ideal game

Zach's Featured Builds

Why You Don’t Want to Miss this Azure Abyss

For the first time on this newsletter we’re featuring a gaming PC option from PulsarBuilds and this one is definitely worth taking a look at.

Exploring Starfield: 30 FPS is not the end of the world, but I’m still maxing my rig.

If you're a gamer eagerly awaiting Starfield, this game has the potential to fulfill our long-held dreams of exploring the vastness of the galaxy. We've learned not to get our hopes up from past experiences like No Man's Sky and Star Citizen, where release issues (or the lack of release,

A Minimal, Clean, and Stealthy Build

Finally we have another PC that’s a bit different than the normal style of builds that I post on here. Today’s Ryzen 5 3600 and GTX 1070 build is not only super clean, dark, and minimal, but it’s also very affordable. This one will be great for

Creating the Ultimate PC for Baldur's Gate 3

Larian is finally releasing Baldur's Gate 3 after a remarkable three years in Early Access. After loving the Divinity series, some of us tried BG3 early and decided to wait for the final product: suddenly that day seems to be (almost) here. It’s so anticipated that star journos such

Unveiling the All-White Custom PC Build

Today we’re checking out a gorgeous all-white build from Kitsune PCs and this is simply one of the best mid-ranged builds available on Jawa right now. It’s rocking a Ryzen 5 5600 and an RTX 3070, along with a beautiful aesthetic, and will look stunning in someone’s

trade talk

Jawa Trade Talk: Gaming + Hardware News

Here's our state of the market report, pulling data from the thousands of transactions between dedicated gamers like yourself tweaking their rigs buying and selling with us.

Use Your Paycheck for this Build from Toasty’s Tech

If it’s payday for you today or sometime soon, you’re in luck! Here’s an RTX 3070 gaming PC that’s filled with value in not just the price to performance category, but also the aesthetics department as well. We haven’t seen many listings from Toasty’s