PC Building Competition at MegaCon Sees Record-Breaking 4-Minute Assembly
Building a PC is often a meticulous process that can take hours, especially when dealing with compact small-form-factor (SFF) cases. However, Newegg’s recent PC building competition at MegaCon Orlando proved that some enthusiasts can assemble a functional system in record time. The fastest competitor, identified as “Alan H,” completed the challenge in just 4 minutes and 10 seconds—earning a $1,000 Newegg gift card, an Intel Core 7 Ultra processor, and a B580 graphics card as a reward.
Other top contestants weren’t far behind, with times of 4:18, 5:20, and 6:07. The challenge involved installing essential components—including the motherboard, processor, RAM, and power supply—inside a case and achieving a successful pre-OS boot. Unlike a complete PC build, this speedrun format excluded custom cooling setups, extensive cable management, and additional peripherals.
Newegg shared a time-lapse video showcasing two professional builders tackling the process. Notably, the CPU and cooler appeared to be pre-installed on the motherboard, and one participant included a graphics card in their assembly. While it’s unclear if Alan H followed the exact same steps, his record may set a new benchmark for competitive PC building.
For those who have spent hours troubleshooting stubborn components or fishing out a dropped screw from a case, the idea of assembling a working system in minutes may seem daunting. But as PC building competitions gain traction, this might just become the latest esports-like challenge for tech enthusiasts.
