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Decent PC for around $700....
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Alexander DeLarge
Member
You could build more than a "decent" PC for $700. For $700, you could get a moderately high-end system.
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/XcXrsJ
Cut down on the case and get rid of the SSD and you can save about a hundred bucks of that price. Grab a Windows 10 key off eBay for $10.
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/XcXrsJ
Cut down on the case and get rid of the SSD and you can save about a hundred bucks of that price. Grab a Windows 10 key off eBay for $10.
NoblesseOblige
Banned
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1352338 this thread will be happy to help
chaosblade
Unconfirmed Member
I'd sacrifice basically anything else to keep the SSD. It doesn't make the biggest difference for gaming but for general use the performance improvement it provides is second to none.
I also question the inclusion of a Raidmax PSU.
Fahzgoolin
Banned
I second the SSD. It basically makes load times bearable. With so many detailed assets and such being loaded in, it's nice to have that there. It's a luxury item that I would say is nearly necessary for a great experience.
Holy crap, first time I heard of this site and it reminds me of GAF's PC/Hazaro thread's Low - to - High end builds
MrCunningham
Member
I'm thinking that you should make this a Ryzen build. The R5 1600 is one of the best bang for your buck CPU's you can get. You can get a cheap AM4 socket motherboard and some inexpensive DDR4, and maybe a GTX 1060? Or RX570?
Freshmaker
I am Korean.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod...m_sp=72HourSale-_-0523-0525-_-83-221-303-_-NA
That ticks most of the boxes.
That ticks most of the boxes.
chaosblade
Unconfirmed Member
I'd say ignore their build descriptors though, it seems like they might have updated the hardware list but not the performance suggestions. It suggests than an "excellent" build with a 1070/1080 will play Crysis 3 at 1600x900, not even 1080p.
Dipship31
Member
I think I might just go for this one. Again this is just for someone at my work to use this desktop as a work computer so I really don't want to build anything. Just want to buy something that'll be pretty good and it seems like this is a decent build. We already have a 500GB SSD that we'll use as well.
Thanks for the suggestions
chaosblade
Unconfirmed Member
If you are just using it for work you could probably get something cheaper than that. Unless you use software that will take advantage of the GPU, you're just paying extra for a 1060 that will go to waste.
Dipship31
Member
We do use some software that can be graphics heavy so the boost from the 1060 could be helpful and $700 just isn't that bad.
2blackcats
Member
A 'work' PC for office use should cost you no more than $400. $300 and less if you skimp and look for bargains. I built all the office PCs here for around $300 using decent parts.
The neogaf build a PC thread listed above should get you going. Anymore than $400 and not using the power in a specific way like video editing where you need more CPU power would be throwing money down the drain.
The neogaf build a PC thread listed above should get you going. Anymore than $400 and not using the power in a specific way like video editing where you need more CPU power would be throwing money down the drain.
neurosisxeno
Member
Define graphics-heavy software for us. Unless it's something that makes heavy use of GPU Acceleration odds are a full 1060 isn't necessary.
Sad Affleck
Member
I would recommend adding 8GB more RAM to it.
brain_stew
Member
It's this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NBL8BER/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Uses all standard parts so fully user upgradable.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NBL8BER/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Uses all standard parts so fully user upgradable.
Rodney McKay
Member
You can't even get the Descent games on Steam or GOG anymore either, they were removed for some legal reasons apparently.
It sucks because I still have Descent in my Steam wishlist, but clicking it does nothing since the page for it is long dead. Serves me right for not buying it when it was already fairly cheap.
Aztechnology
Member
If you just need a work computer, get something without a GPU and save them the money.
If they want a gaming machine, the one posted is decent, or one of these and buy a GPU on sale separately. RX 480/580's and 1060's can be found pretty cheap. From ~$150
http://www.microcenter.com/product/474720/aspire_tc-780-ur17_desktop_computer
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod...-cables-_-na-_-na&Item=N82E16883101530&cm_sp=
You can't even get the Descent games on Steam or GOG anymore either, they were removed for some legal reasons apparently.
It sucks because I still have Descent in my Steam wishlist, but clicking it does nothing since the page for it is long dead. Serves me right for not buying it when it was already fairly cheap.
Oh had no clue, I was lucky to pick them up I guess. I actually still have my original CDs sitting around somewhere as well.
chaosblade
Unconfirmed Member
That's the same one I was going to post until he said he wanted the GPU. That's good for $400 with a Windows license.
Aztechnology
Member
You could get this and a 1070 for ~$700!
Well, there is Descent Underground, but what you actually want is Overload as unlike the former some of the developers are former Parallax devs.
Freshmaker
I am Korean.
You'd need a new psu as well if you did that. That one ships with a 300w.
devildog820
Member
https://www.reddit.com/r/pcmasterrace/wiki/builds#wiki_the_exterminator
Great advice there, but also some noise.
Great advice there, but also some noise.
LUXURY
Member
Does the 10 dollar key thing really work??? I need to know. I had to reinstall Windows 10 last year and now I've got this annoying watermark on my screen. I upgraded from 8 using a CD from work, and at one point everything was registered. I don't know what happened but I'm tired of seeing the watermark.
TheContact
Member
Definitely get an SSD even if it's a small one just for the OS. It makes a huge huge difference
For me the ebay window 10 key did work just fine for both my laptop and back up build. I've had no issues with activation. Just gotta look around for a good seller.
chaosblade
Unconfirmed Member
Cheap Windows keys are hit or miss. Most are legitimate keys and will activate without a problem and don't expire, but many of those are MSDN and bulk license keys that aren't meant for resale.
So figure an IT guy buys bulk licenses through work and then sells them individually online for a profit. But then MS finds out and revokes all the keys from that batch, if you bought one you are most likely SOL.
So figure an IT guy buys bulk licenses through work and then sells them individually online for a profit. But then MS finds out and revokes all the keys from that batch, if you bought one you are most likely SOL.
Aztechnology
Member
Especially since you can often find deals for SSD's of the 128GB variety at $40 or less pretty often. $40 for at least your OS and a game(Or few depending) is worth it.
LUXURY
Member
Thanks! Was is digitally delivered to you? Most I'm looking at say delivery for tomorrow even though the seller is in California. That's why I'm assuming it's just a digital code.
LastGamer84
Member
My new one doesn't have one. Bad luck with my old build having one and dying. I'm sure newer SSDs have better reliability, (my old pc was built 6 years ago), but I just have 2 1TB 7200 rpm drives now. Honestly most games load quickly enough, and my boot time is only about 8 seconds.
That's a nice base system but the 300w power supply kind of screws you from an upgrading perspective. I would not stick a 480/1060 in this.
LUXURY
Member
Might be overkill, but I'd go with 16GB RAM. You're basically full proof with that much.
Sounds like the typical prebuilt. You could probably build something more powerful for $500.
MrCunningham
Member
Here is my pcpartpicker list...
This is all in American prices too, assuming you are in the United States?
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: AMD - Ryzen 5 1600 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor ($217.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock - AB350M Pro4 Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard ($77.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Patriot - Viper 4 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital - Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.33 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Zotac - GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB AMP! Edition Video Card ($229.00 @ Amazon)
Case: Cougar - MX200 ATX Mid Tower Case ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair - VS 600W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft - Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($87.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $766.06
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-05-25 14:53 EDT-0400
I really cheaped out on the memory to keep the price under $800. 8GB's of system memory really isn't adequate enough in the long run. so I chose a single 8GB stick, and that could be doubled later on.
I also through in the cheapest HDD I could find with the biggest storage capacity. Yet again, SDD prices are still too much to keep this under $800USD. Harddrives can always be upgraded too. Another option might be to flip the Ryzen CPU and motherboard to an intel i5 and compatible MOBO and purchase a Intel Optane Memory module. which might be worth it for speeding up the load times on this HDD. Sadly the Optane modules do not work on AMD hardware.
I also had to accommodate for Windows 10. But if Windows 10 isn't an issue, remove it from this list and up the RAM or swap the HDD for an SSD. Or maybe even look for a version of Windows 10 at a cheaper discounted price. As for the case and power supply, I went with the cheapest stuff I could find.
This is all in American prices too, assuming you are in the United States?
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: AMD - Ryzen 5 1600 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor ($217.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock - AB350M Pro4 Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard ($77.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Patriot - Viper 4 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital - Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.33 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Zotac - GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB AMP! Edition Video Card ($229.00 @ Amazon)
Case: Cougar - MX200 ATX Mid Tower Case ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair - VS 600W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft - Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($87.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $766.06
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-05-25 14:53 EDT-0400
I really cheaped out on the memory to keep the price under $800. 8GB's of system memory really isn't adequate enough in the long run. so I chose a single 8GB stick, and that could be doubled later on.
I also through in the cheapest HDD I could find with the biggest storage capacity. Yet again, SDD prices are still too much to keep this under $800USD. Harddrives can always be upgraded too. Another option might be to flip the Ryzen CPU and motherboard to an intel i5 and compatible MOBO and purchase a Intel Optane Memory module. which might be worth it for speeding up the load times on this HDD. Sadly the Optane modules do not work on AMD hardware.
I also had to accommodate for Windows 10. But if Windows 10 isn't an issue, remove it from this list and up the RAM or swap the HDD for an SSD. Or maybe even look for a version of Windows 10 at a cheaper discounted price. As for the case and power supply, I went with the cheapest stuff I could find.
This looks good, I would maybe add a 240 gb ssd and take off the 1tb drive. Unless you're downloading an entire library of games it isn't immediately necessary and you can add more space later on
Something like this:
https://m.newegg.com/products/N82E1...gclid=CILNmN--kNQCFZC1wAodJHUDzw&gclsrc=aw.ds
Beerman462
Member
I would just download a USB installer from MS and install win 10. If you had it on there before it will already be licensed.
MrCunningham
Member
Here is my revised system... I swapped the memory, apparent corsair seems to have the best compatibility with the Ryzen line. I also changed the case and the HDD to an SDD. I also changed the video card from a Zotec 1060 to an MSI 1060. This is getting closer to $800,00, so I might even suggest crossing Windows 10 off this list and find an OEM version for much cheaper. I've seen legit OEM keys go for $30.00.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: AMD - Ryzen 5 1600 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor ($218.58 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock - AB350M Pro4 Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard ($77.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair - Vengeance LPX 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2666 Memory ($58.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Corsair Force LE 2.5" 240GB SATA III TLC Internal Solid State Drive (refurbished) ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: MSI - GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB GT OCV1 Video Card ($214.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Rosewill - SRM-01 MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($19.99 @ Jet)
Power Supply: Corsair - VS 600W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft - Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($89.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $775.40
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-05-27 18:33 EDT-0400