{"product_id":"the-glow-up","title":"The Glow Up","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ppn-listing\" id=\"ppn-listing\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"brand-strip\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePINK PARSNIP\u003c\/strong\u003e COMPUTERS\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLISTING \/\/ THE-GLOW-UP\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero cut-corner\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e✨ The Glow Up | Intel i5-8500 | GTX 1650 4GB, Black (Refurbished) | 16GB DDR4 | 500GB SSD\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tagline\"\u003eA starter PC with full synced ARGB, front to back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"subline\"\u003eReal 1080p gaming performance wrapped in a fully synced RGB showcase build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-chips\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"chip\"\u003eIntel Core i5-8500, 6 cores and 6 threads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"chip\"\u003eGTX 1650 4GB, Black (Refurbished) dedicated graphics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"chip\"\u003e2 x 8GB DDR4 3200MHz, colour matched to build (Refurbished, 12 month warranty)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"chip\"\u003e500GB 3D NAND SSD\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cta-row\" style=\"margin-top: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"btn ghost\" href=\"#specs\"\u003eFull Specifications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"btn ghost\" href=\"#toptrumps\"\u003eTop Trumps Score\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"btn ghost\" href=\"#faq\"\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eQuick Buy Summary\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Glow Up\u003c\/strong\u003e takes our proven First Boot starter platform and wraps it in a fully synced ARGB showcase build, for anyone who wants their first gaming PC to look as good as it performs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Intel Core i5-8500 pairs with a dedicated GTX 1650 4GB, Black (Refurbished) graphics card for real 1080p gaming performance. 16GB of dual channel DDR4 memory and a 500GB SSD keep everyday use fast and responsive, while four ARGB fans and an ARGB cooler run through a single 6-port hub with 12 lighting effects, all controlled from one button.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid-2\" style=\"margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stat-box\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e💻 Best For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eFirst time PC gamers who want strong esports performance with a full RGB look\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stat-box\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e🚀 Performance Level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eStrong 1080p esports performance with dedicated graphics fitted as standard\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stat-box\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e⚙️ Core Spec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eIntel Core i5-8500 with GTX 1650 4GB, Black (Refurbished) dedicated graphics\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stat-box\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e💾 Memory and Storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003e2 x 8GB DDR4 3200MHz, colour matched to build (Refurbished, 12 month warranty) with a 500GB SSD\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stat-box\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e🌈 Fully Synced ARGB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003e4 case fans and CPU cooler synced through a single 6-port hub with 12 lighting effects\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stat-box\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e🔧 Genuinely Compliant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eWindows 11 Home with TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled, no bypass required\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-label\" id=\"specs\"\u003eFull Specifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eCPU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eIntel Core i5-8500 with 6 cores and 6 threads (refurbished)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eGRAPHICS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eGTX 1650 4GB, Black (Refurbished) single fan, dedicated graphics (refurbished)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eMOTHERBOARD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eH310M chipset motherboard (refurbished)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eMEMORY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003e2 x 8GB DDR4 3200MHz, colour matched to build (Refurbished, 12 month warranty)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eSTORAGE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003e500GB Fikwot FX815 SATA SSD\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eCOOLING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eIce Blade Black CPU cooler, 120mm ARGB PWM fan, 4 x 6mm heat pipes, 190W TDP\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eCASE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eWhite Micro-ATX case with darkened tempered glass panels, 4 ARGB fans and 6-port ARGB hub\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eCASE LIGHTING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003e4 x 12cm inner-ring ARGB fans (3 front, 1 rear) plus CPU cooler fan, all synced via 6-port ARGB hub with 12 lighting effects, controlled by case button\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003ePOWER SUPPLY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003ePowercool Edge 550W (white or black, 80 Plus, Japanese main capacitor)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eCONNECTIVITY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eAX900 WiFi and Bluetooth adapter included\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eOPERATING SYSTEM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eWindows 11 Home activated, TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eWhat Can It Handle?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eBROWSING AND OFFICE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eFast and smooth thanks to the SSD and dual channel memory\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eESPORTS TITLES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eFortnite, Valorant, CS2 and Rocket League run smoothly at 1080p on medium to high settings\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eMID-WEIGHT TITLES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eGTA V, Minecraft with shaders and Rainbow Six Siege run comfortably at 1080p on medium settings\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eMODERN AAA TITLES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eTitles like Cyberpunk 2077 are playable at 1080p on low to medium settings\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eSTREAMING VIDEO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eHandles Netflix, YouTube and similar services with ease, including HD playback\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel purple\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🔐 Genuinely Windows 11 Compliant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Glow Up runs Windows 11 exactly as Microsoft intended, with no bypasses and no workarounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTPM 2.0 and Secure Boot are both natively supported and enabled on this platform, so you get proper long term update support rather than a machine forced onto hardware it was never meant to run on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eWhy Choose The Glow Up?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eFULLY SYNCED ARGB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003e4 case fans and the CPU cooler all run through one 6-port hub, with 12 lighting effects controlled from a single button.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eREAL DEDICATED GRAPHICS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eA genuine GTX 1650 4GB, Black (Refurbished) graphics card, not just built in graphics, for proper 1080p gaming.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eSTRONGER COOLING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eA 190W TDP rated cooler with 4 heat pipes gives this build extra thermal headroom over our standard starter cooler.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eFAST SSD STORAGE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eA 500GB 3D NAND SSD keeps Windows, apps and everyday tasks feeling quick and responsive.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌈 Full Front to Back Lighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Glow Up's white case features darkened tempered glass front and side panels, with 3 ARGB fans mounted behind the tinted front panel and a 4th ARGB fan at the rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll 4 fans plus the CPU cooler's ARGB fan run through the case's built in 6-port hub, giving you 12 lighting effects controlled from a single button, fully synced across the whole build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-label\" id=\"toptrumps\"\u003eTop Trumps Score\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-panel cut-corner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"header\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePink Parsnip Performance Meter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop Trumps Rating System\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eGaming Power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"score\"\u003e55\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-track\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width:55%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eWow Factor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"score\"\u003e75\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-track\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width:75%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eSpeed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"score\"\u003e60\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-track\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width:60%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eUpgrade Path\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"score\"\u003e35\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-track\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width:35%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eStreaming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"score\"\u003e45\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-track\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width:45%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-label\" id=\"faq\"\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e🎯 Who is this PC for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Glow Up is built for first time PC gamers who want strong esports performance in a build that really shows off, with fully synced ARGB lighting throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also a capable everyday machine for browsing, office work and streaming video.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e🌈 How does the ARGB lighting work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case includes 4 ARGB fans, 3 mounted behind the tinted front panel and 1 at the rear, plus a 6-port ARGB hub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CPU cooler's ARGB fan is also connected into the same hub, so all lighting stays in sync. There are 12 lighting effects to choose from, controlled with a single button on the case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e🎮 Are the refurbished parts reliable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The CPU, motherboard, graphics card and memory are refurbished and fully tested before going into your PC. We disclose every refurbished component so you know exactly what you are getting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SSD, power supply, case, cooler and WiFi adapter are all brand new, unused parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e🔐 Is this genuinely Windows 11 compliant?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This is a genuinely compliant Windows 11 platform, not a bypassed one. TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot are both natively supported and enabled on this platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e📦 Delivery Information\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis PC includes delivery to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour PC will be fully built, configured, tested and carefully packaged before dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e🛡️ Warranty\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes a \u003cstrong\u003e12 month Pink Parsnip Computers return to base warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe warranty covers hardware faults but does not cover physical damage, misuse, software issues, overclocking related damage or normal wear and tear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e🧪 Tested Before Dispatch\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore leaving us, your PC is fully built, cable managed, configured, stress tested and checked to make sure it is ready to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your setup with a monitor, keyboard, mouse or headset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cta-row\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinkparsnipcomputers.co.uk\/collections\/headsets\"\u003eExplore our Headsets and Keyboards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinkparsnipcomputers.co.uk\/collections\/monitors\"\u003eBrowse our Monitors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"btn ghost\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinkparsnipcomputers.co.uk\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact Pink Parsnip Computers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"footer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"logo\"\u003ePink Parsnip Computers\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePCs built straight from the heart by a family run UK business that loves PCs as much as you do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pink Parsnip Computers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58732311314816,"sku":null,"price":489.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0902\/7390\/7072\/files\/the-glow-up-gaming-pc-01.png?v=1791008241","url":"https:\/\/www.pinkparsnipcomputers.co.uk\/products\/the-glow-up","provider":"Pink Parsnip Computers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}