Power computing

Power Computing is a manufacturer and distributor of custom-built computers, motherboards, and laptops, along with a software updater service. They have been operating since 1985, originally marketing software for Atari ST and Commodore Amiga computers before expanding to the PC market. The business is based in Bedford, UK, and specialises in supplying bespoke systems with a maximum 2-3 day turnaround, often on the same day of order.

The company offers a 2-year warranty on parts and labour that includes free collection and return for repairs. They also provide unlimited free technical support available to all new and existing customers. Additionally, they offer a second-to-none installation service to back up their high-specification branded products.

Customers can choose from free 1-3 working day delivery for PC systems, or pay for next-day delivery if ordered before 1pm. Saturday delivery is available for £25.00, and there is an additional £15 inc VAT charge for deliveries to the Scottish Highlands or Northern Ireland. High-spec PCs may require up to 3 additional days for extensive testing before despatch.

The website states that savings are applied automatically at checkout for Black Friday offers, with discounts ranging from £20 on a £500 spend up to £150 on £4000 or more. These offers apply to qualifying products and end at midnight on 1 December 2026.

Several reviewers praise the business for its excellent customer service, noting that staff answer questions promptly and professionally. Customers also highlight the fast and reliable performance of their laptops and gaming PCs, with many describing the experience as flawless.

The business is located at Unit 82A Singer Way, Woburn Road Industrial Estate, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7PU. They can be reached by telephone at 01234 851500 or via email at [email protected] for pre-sales enquiries and product information.

The company offers a range of custom PCs including Gaming PCs, Home PCs, Editing PCs, CAD PCs, All-in-One PCs, Work PCs, and Trading PCs. They also supply motherboard bundles and laptop components, with Nvidia RTX 50 series PCs now in stock.

Orders can be placed online through their website where customers can build their own custom PC or select from pre-built options. The process includes selecting a delivery method and payment options such as PayPal or Klarna, with a secure message form available for inquiries.

The business operates from a large office/warehouse where all sales and support staff work to provide friendly, courteous, and well-informed advice. They pride themselves on being able to offer appropriate and helpful assistance both pre- and post-sales.

Regular shop opening hours are weekdays from 9am to 5pm and Saturdays from 9am to 2pm, with closures on Sundays and UK Bank Holidays. The shop was closed for a staff event on Saturday 21st March 2026 and on Saturday 25th April 2026.

The company uses only high specification branded products to ensure quality and reliability, including components like MSI motherboards and Kingston RAM. They also offer a 1-3 working day turnaround for bespoke systems, often completing orders on the same day.

Some users on Reddit mention considering Power Computing for Mac alternatives, while others discuss their history with BeOS. The business is noted in historical contexts for its role in the Mac clone market in the 1990s.

The business is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority with FRN 675348, and they operate as a credit broker without charging for credit broking services. They also accept major UK debit and credit cards at no extra charge.

The company has a company number of 02133884 and a VAT number of GB 479 3335 13. They have been in operation since 1985, crafting PCs for over 30 years with hundreds of thousands of satisfied customers.

The official website of Power computing is powerc.com.