{"product_id":"the-no-frills","title":"The No Frills","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"ppn-listing\" class=\"ppn-listing\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"brand-strip\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePINK PARSNIP\u003c\/strong\u003e COMPUTERS\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eLISTING \/\/ THE-NO-FRILLS\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hero cut-corner\"\u003e\n    \u003ch1\u003e🎮 The No Frills | Ryzen 5 3500x | GTX 1660 Super 6GB | 16GB DDR4-3200 | 512GB SSD\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"tagline\"\u003eNo flash. No showpiece lighting. Just genuine gaming performance for less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"subline\"\u003eBuilt for players who care about frame rates, not RGB. A proper dedicated graphics card, a modern AM4 platform, and none of the extras you're not paying for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-chips\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"chip\"\u003eAMD Ryzen 5 3500x with 6 cores and 6 threads (refurbished)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"chip\"\u003eDedicated GTX 1660 Super 6GB graphics card (refurbished)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"chip\"\u003e16GB DDR4-3200 memory using 2 x 8GB dual channel modules (refurbished)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"chip\"\u003e512GB SATA SSD\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eQuick Buy Summary\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe No Frills\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Pink Parsnip Computers entry level gaming PC stripped back to what actually matters: a dedicated graphics card, a capable CPU and fast storage, at the lowest price we can honestly offer it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AMD Ryzen 5 3500x pairs with a dedicated GTX 1660 Super 6GB graphics card, giving you genuine 1080p gaming performance across popular titles like EAFC 26, GTA 5, Cyberpunk 2077 and Red Dead Redemption 2. 16GB of dual channel DDR4-3200 memory and a 512GB SSD keep everything running smoothly.\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\"\u003eBudget conscious 1080p gaming, everyday browsing and general use\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\"\u003eGenuine dedicated graphics card gaming performance at an entry level price\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\"\u003eAMD Ryzen 5 3500x paired with a GTX 1660 Super 6GB graphics card\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\"\u003e16GB DDR4-3200 dual channel RAM with a 512GB SSD\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stat-box\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e🖥️ Modern AM4 Platform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eFully Windows 11 compliant, unlike many budget builds still stuck on older DDR3 platforms\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stat-box\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e💪 Outstanding Value\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eEvery pound goes on performance, not lighting, glass panels or extras you don't need\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eAt a Glance Specs\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\"\u003eAMD Ryzen 5 3500x 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\"\u003eDedicated GTX 1660 Super 6GB graphics card (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\"\u003e16GB DDR4-3200 memory using 2 x 8GB dual channel modules (refurbished)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eSTORAGE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003e512GB SATA SSD\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eMOTHERBOARD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eGigabyte A520M K V2, AM4, supports Ryzen 5000 series\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\"\u003eVIDA 500W ATX power supply\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eCASE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eVIDA Enterprise-M black case, no frills styling\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eWINDOWS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eWindows 11 Home activated\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eReal Game Performance, No Exaggeration\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe No Frills is built around your most requested titles. Here is what to genuinely expect at 1080p, no marketing spin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"perf-grid\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"perf-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"top-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEAFC 26\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pill good\"\u003eGood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"desc\"\u003eHigh settings, well over 60fps with ease\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"perf-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"top-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGTA 5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pill good\"\u003eGood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"desc\"\u003eHigh settings, well over 60fps with ease\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"perf-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"top-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Dead Redemption 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pill good\"\u003eGood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"desc\"\u003eMedium to high settings, smooth and playable, roughly 45 to 55fps\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"perf-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"top-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCyberpunk 2077\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pill good\"\u003eGood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"desc\"\u003eMedium settings, playable and enjoyable, roughly 40 to 50fps without ray tracing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px; font-size:12.5px;\"\u003eActual performance will vary depending on drivers, background applications, monitor resolution and selected in game settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"panel purple\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003e🖥️ Why AM4 Actually Matters at This Price\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAt this price point, most budget PCs you will find elsewhere are still running old DDR3 platforms that do not officially support Windows 11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe No Frills uses the modern AM4 platform, which means it is fully Windows 11 compliant now and will continue to receive proper support, unlike ageing DDR3 machines being sold as \"budget\" options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are getting a genuinely current platform, not old stock dressed up as new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eWhy Choose The No Frills?\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eREAL DEDICATED GRAPHICS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eA genuine GTX 1660 Super 6GB, not integrated graphics dressed up as a gaming PC.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eCAPABLE SIX CORE CPU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eThe Ryzen 5 3500x handles gaming and everyday multitasking without breaking a sweat.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eWINDOWS 11 READY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eA modern AM4 platform that is fully Windows 11 compliant, unlike many budget DDR3 alternatives.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eEVERY POUND ON PERFORMANCE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eNo ARGB, no glass panels, no extras. Just genuine gaming power for the money.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\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\"\u003e25\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-track\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width:25%;\"\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\"\u003e65\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-track\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width:65%;\"\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\"\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\"\u003eStreaming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"score\"\u003e40\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"meter-track\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width:40%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\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\"\u003eAMD Ryzen 5 3500x 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\"\u003eDedicated GTX 1660 Super 6GB graphics card (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\"\u003eGigabyte A520M K V2, AM4, supports Ryzen 5000 series CPUs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eMEMORY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003e16GB DDR4-3200 memory using 2 x 8GB dual channel modules (refurbished)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eSTORAGE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003e512GB SATA SSD\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"k\"\u003eCASE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eVIDA Enterprise-M black case\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\"\u003eVIDA 500W ATX power supply\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\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\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 No Frills is built for gamers who want genuine dedicated graphics card performance without paying for lighting, glass panels or other extras they will not notice while playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a great entry point for EAFC 26, GTA 5, Cyberpunk 2077 and Red Dead Redemption 2, and for anyone who wants a modern Windows 11 compliant platform at the lowest honest price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e🎮 Can this PC run Cyberpunk 2077 and Red Dead Redemption 2?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both titles run smoothly on medium settings at 1080p, which are the two most demanding games on our test list for this build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEAFC 26 and GTA 5 are considerably lighter and both run comfortably above 60fps on high settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e♻️ Why are some parts refurbished?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CPU, RAM and graphics card in this build are refurbished and fully tested before use. This is how we keep The No Frills at such a low honest price without cutting corners on real gaming performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery refurbished component is checked and confirmed working before it goes into your build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e🖥️ Why does the AM4 platform matter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany budget PCs at this price point are still built on old DDR3 platforms that do not officially support Windows 11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe No Frills uses the modern AM4 platform, which is fully Windows 11 compliant and gives you a genuinely current foundation rather than outdated hardware repackaged as a budget option.\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\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\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\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pink Parsnip Computers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58699647877504,"sku":null,"price":429.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0902\/7390\/7072\/files\/nofrills.png?v=1786708956","url":"https:\/\/www.pinkparsnipcomputers.co.uk\/products\/the-no-frills","provider":"Pink Parsnip Computers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}