~$500 non gaming build 2013

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do-it-all-garage-guy

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I've been reading threads off and on for over a month on here and I think, I've done enough homework to post. :) This will be my first build.
My computer needs: I will run two screens, on occasion ONLY (use MatLab, Solidworks, and LtSpice). I always have about 10 different chrome tabs going, and use Microsoft outlook and excel

I need your guys yea or nay on the components. I have tough skin, shoot it to me straight! :D:D

Last thing, I figured I could always add more memory if needed, that's why I went with the 4GB. I have the SSD to run the OS, but don't know if I should add an HDD. I current have a 3TB NAS.

Thank you soooo much for your help!!!!!


CPU: AMD A8-6600K 3.9GHz Quad-Core Processor ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock FM2A75 Pro4-M Micro ATX FM2 Motherboard ($69.97 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 4GB (1 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($46.77 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($122.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Cooler Master Elite 350 ATX Mid Tower Case w/500W Power Supply ($49.99 @ Mwave)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($95.99 @ Adorama)
Total: $512.68

(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-22 16:08 EDT-0400)
 
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I would go with the AMD build BUT dont buy an FM2 motherboard . Get FM2+ so you have the option to update to next generation processors that AMD will release soon . FM2+ boards can still run your current processor.
I would tend to build using m-ATX since most people dont need and never use 7 expansion slots so your mb best choice is probably
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-motherboard-a88xma

+1 for the corsair CX 430

- 240 million for the NZXT gamma case . Its an organised pile of junk
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ok...

1) amd cpus love paired ram... so whenever possible get 2 stick kits. (intels generally couldn't care one way or another)

2) I don't trust or suggest anyone get any asrock motherboard on the fm2 platform. Not sure what asrock was doing with this platform but they had a LOT of quality control issues with their boards. Get a gigabyte or asus if you want quality, an msi if you want cheap. avoid asrock on the FM2 platform.

3) i would get a quad core like an a8 or a10... those chips are significantly more powerful then the a6 lineup, and if you eventually want to do a little gaming the drastically improved igpu on those chips will make a world of difference.

4) use windows 8 before you buy it. there is no harm getting win7 if you don't like it.
 
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I would go with 2x2 ram instead of 1x4, ram works better in pairs.

Cooler master does not make good power supplies, but you might be safe with the 500w because you shouldn't get anywhere near its limit. I personally wouldn't trust it though.
 
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PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1RXnA
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1RXnA/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1RXnA/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Pentium G3420 3.2GHz Dual-Core Processor ($68.44 @ Mwave)
Motherboard: Asus H81M-A Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($64.47 @ Mwave)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1333 Memory ($55.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Galaxy GeForce GT 630 1GB Video Card ($40.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($34.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 430W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($42.49 @ Amazon)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($95.99 @ Adorama)
Total: $519.33
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-22 16:51 EDT-0400)

My suggestion because you mentioned two screens and running graphically intense applications. The NAS is fine.
 
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do-it-all-garage-guy

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I changed the mobo, but I really don't know how to pick one.. I just sort it in pcPicker and choose the one with the most star rating. (terrible, I know) . I also changed the case and the Power supply. I thought the A8 was a quad.?

CPU: AMD A8-6600K 3.9GHz Quad-Core Processor ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus F2A85-M PRO Micro ATX FM2 Motherboard ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 4GB (2 x 2GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($122.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: NZXT Gamma Classic (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($29.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 430W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($22.50 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($95.99 @ Adorama)
Total: $538.41
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-22 18:23 EDT-0400)
 
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I would go with the AMD build BUT dont buy an FM2 motherboard . Get FM2+ so you have the option to update to next generation processors that AMD will release soon . FM2+ boards can still run your current processor.
I would tend to build using m-ATX since most people dont need and never use 7 expansion slots so your mb best choice is probably
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-motherboard-a88xma

+1 for the corsair CX 430

- 240 million for the NZXT gamma case . Its an organised pile of junk
 
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do-it-all-garage-guy

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I changed the mobo,case, and went with the A10. The A10 was only around 20 bucks more. What do you guys thinik?

CPU: AMD A10-5800K 3.8GHz Quad-Core Processor ($122.67 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: Asus A88XM-A Micro ATX FM2+ Motherboard ($83.99 @ Mwave)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 4GB (2 x 2GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($122.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Corsair 500R White ATX Mid Tower Case ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 430W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($22.50 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($87.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $577.09
 
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do-it-all-garage-guy

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Thanks to all, for your feedback!! It's hard to choose one solution when everyone was so helpful!

CPU: AMD A10-5800K 3.8GHz Quad-Core Processor ($114.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Asus A88XM-A Micro ATX FM2+ Motherboard ($83.99 @ Mwave)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 4GB (2 x 2GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($127.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Corsair 500R White ATX Mid Tower Case ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 430W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($87.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $586.90
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-25 10:47 EDT-0400)

I ordered from [Amazon-Prime(SSD Wrist Band,Memory)], [Newegg,(PSU,Case,DVD drive)] and [Superbiiz (Mobo, processor)]. Total out of pocket $543.35 . Actually $543.35 - $45.00 mail in rebate = $498.35 , but who knows if I will ever see that rebate check! haha. Operating System is NOT in the total, because I may get it free via the engineering program at my University..
 
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