Planning to build a dependable Office Machine $500-$600

go-rebels · Jul 22, 2014

Hello All,

Need a fresh look at components focusing on reliability, no gaming.

Prerequisites: Intel processor, two monitors, Windows 8 OS, Solid State Boot Drive (Already have NIB 3TB Seagate drive)

Prefer onboard video & audio and premium power supply.

Will be running MS Office, Browser, Email... little else.

I plan to purchase parts no later than this weekend.

Aleksandar M · Jul 22, 2014

pentium anniversary, cheapest asus mobo, asus ips monitor, 840 EVO SSD, CX 430 PSU or Evga Supernova 500W.

i7Baby · Jul 22, 2014

Try -

CPU: Intel Core i3-4130 3.4GHz Dual-Core Processor ($119.97 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-B85M-D2V Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($57.79 @ Amazon)
Memory: A-Data XPG V1.0 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.43 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: PowerColor Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition 2GB Video Card ($139.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Source 210 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($32.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 520W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Amazon)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $635.12

Aleksandar M · Jul 22, 2014

i7Baby :

Try -
CPU: Intel Core i5-4440 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor ($184.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper TX3 54.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($18.16 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: MSI H81M-P33 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($49.99 @ Mwave)
Memory: Patriot Viper 3 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Hitachi Ultrastar 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: MSI Radeon R7 265 2GB Video Card ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Case: HEC Vigilance MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($25.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Rosewill Hive 550W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Keyboard: Logitech K360 Wireless Standard Keyboard ($19.99 @ TigerDirect)
Total: $698.04

Are you stupid? Read the OP's description, that's WAY overkill.

go-rebels · Jul 22, 2014

I like the 840 EVO SSDs as I put one in my daughter's 5 year old Macbook and it's running great. Let's keep that one. I've generally had good luck with ASUS mobos so I like that too. Any pick list?

go-rebels · Jul 22, 2014

Thx but I already have the hard drive and prefer not to add a video card. I really want the most reliable power supply I can get even it it's overkill and a bit pricey.

i7Baby :

i7Baby · Jul 22, 2014

OK - take out the video card and hard drive. That's then $450. The Seasonic M12II are the best of power supplies.

You'll have enough to buy on monitor.

filippi · Jul 22, 2014

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i3-4150 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor ($114.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: MSI H97M-E35 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: A-Data XPG V1.0 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($72.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($54.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: PowerColor Radeon R7 240 2GB Video Card ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($24.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CSM 450W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($13.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $551.90
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-07-22 23:27 EDT-0400

go-rebels · Jul 23, 2014

Nice build, but do I need the video card with this mobo?

filippi :

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i3-4150 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor ($114.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: MSI H97M-E35 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: A-Data XPG V1.0 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($72.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($54.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: PowerColor Radeon R7 240 2GB Video Card ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($24.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CSM 450W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($13.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $551.90
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-07-22 23:27 EDT-0400

filippi · Jul 23, 2014

Dual display for MS Office, Browser, Email? Not really. Intel HD Graphics 4400 can do it.

go-rebels · Jul 23, 2014

Thx. I figure I can always add a card later if need be...

filippi :

filippi · Jul 23, 2014

go-rebels :

Thx. I figure I can always add a card later if need be...

filippi :

Sure. imho you should buy a good PSU like that Corsair just in case.

Intel HD Graphics 4400 isnt as bad as Intel HD Graphics used to be:
http://www.notebookcheck.net/Intel-HD-Graphics-4400.91979.0.html
https://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/quick-reference-guide-to-intel-processor-graphics

Good luck mate!

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