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Hi, I have old vostro 3750, but I think it's don't meet minimum requirements for cad/cam software. I tried to install edgecam 2017, but I think not successfully, I saw manager windows, but not see tab where to start design/caming. So maybe somebody can help me to build pc for gaming/workstation to meet requirements for software/games and more futureproof? Price, lower, - better...
 
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I did some research and I guess you have a laptop. I would REALLY NOT recommend you upgrade your laptop. If you were to get a PC that can Handle PC Gaming, Video Recording, Studio Editing etc. I would definitely go for these specs:

I7 4770
2x8=16 GB Ram
A Motherboard that can support these (Just search online cheaper ones don't support as much RAM, though)
GTX 1050ti or GTX 650 Gaming Card (MUST be gaming card) from ASUS. If you can go higher then I would get a GTX 1060
Maybe an SSD if you have enough money (at least 150gbs for OS) and then add a Hard Drive around 500-1TB
I would go for 2 1TB Hard Drives if you have enough space
Windows 7 Professional, Windows 8.1 Home or Pro, Windows 10 Home (Unless you need work don't go for pro)
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depends on multiple things:
where are you located/what games/what software besides above/what resolution on the screen/budget?
i would go with the new amd, since its cheaper and most the time better than intel for lower price.
 
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I wanna play older and new games on high/ultra settings. Also I need system for cad/cam software, like solidworks, mastercam, edgecam and etc. Don't know what size and resolution monitor is good for work/gaming. Let recommend something. Cheaper build is better, you can recommend something from older parts, that is good today, and something from new. Budget ~500 $, +- 100 - 200$. Im located where prices a bit higher, than websites from pcpartpicker. But it don't really matter, cause I need DECENT machine. Main thing edgecam cause I don't know that quadro gpu is necessary for that software?
 
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edgecam only runs on the cpu, so no big graphics card needed.

right now the cheapest ryzen is a 8 core for 330$.
if you can wait a bit, a 4 core with 8 threads (HT/SMT) will come out in Q2 and will be cheaper.

but then again you could get a FX8350 right now, if needed.

do you need it "right now" now?
 
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I did some research and I guess you have a laptop. I would REALLY NOT recommend you upgrade your laptop. If you were to get a PC that can Handle PC Gaming, Video Recording, Studio Editing etc. I would definitely go for these specs:

I7 4770
2x8=16 GB Ram
A Motherboard that can support these (Just search online cheaper ones don't support as much RAM, though)
GTX 1050ti or GTX 650 Gaming Card (MUST be gaming card) from ASUS. If you can go higher then I would get a GTX 1060
Maybe an SSD if you have enough money (at least 150gbs for OS) and then add a Hard Drive around 500-1TB
I would go for 2 1TB Hard Drives if you have enough space
Windows 7 Professional, Windows 8.1 Home or Pro, Windows 10 Home (Unless you need work don't go for pro)
Try to find the amount of power you would need then add 20% to then power you would need to use your PC with all the parts above

Hope it helped you choose this build is about 900$ Average if you don't search the Web enough.
I was able to get this build for about 750$ with some searching that only took like 1 week.
Good luck on your build!
 
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why an older and slower intel that costs more? doesnt make any sense.
for software that runs on cores (which his does), the fx 8350 will be enough, ryzen would be way faster,
while costing the same as the quad intel right now.

and for a "future proof/workstation" i wouldnt go with less than 32gb, as its "risky" to add another kit later, as its questionable if you can get not only the same kit again, but one that has the same type of chip.

@Blitz Blitz
if you need something now, it should be something like the fx.
in a few month you could get a ryzen based rig.
and again: if we know what area/country, its easier to put stuff together not only thats available but also to get an idea on cost.

i based this on lowest price while still looking at quality components. you can add things like the ssd/water cooler (oc cpu) later,
i included monitor and 32gb ram.
use the old win7 license you already have (laptop), just dl the win 7 x64 or see if friend/family can burn you a copy (needs to be MS edition, not from computer maker like dell/hp etc as those most are restore images, not the OS dvd).

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/PjHF3F
 
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A 2 generation old processor and a 4 generation old GPU (or the lowest end of the current generation). Also GPUs that doesn't support any of the acceleration featured he would need for the software he is running.

I suggest you refrain from advice in these types of threads.
 
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The processor isn't a 2nd generation I7 processor. The processor is a 4th generation (which I understand is still pretty old) but can still be used for workstations. (My uncle works a Video Company, he uses this processor) I can totally understand that the GPU isn't future proof but at the same time would hate to go over a budget limit. I guess he can use a 1050 which is still a budget card and may not be too future proof but is still an ok gaming choice although I wouldn't recommend someone uses it for a workstation. Nearly forgot not a good idea to downgrade now as if you want to upgrade later on to anything 7th generation processors Microsoft won't support it. Sorry if I may be a little outdated right now as I'm busy programming and need to focus a bit more on that sometimes. Thanks for correcting me on the GPU though. (please tell me when I make a mistake I've only been doing it about 2 years right now)
 
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Correct its not a 2nd gen, its 2 generations old which is what I said. Its still decent but for someone looking to build a "future proof" system telling them to build on whats essentially a dead platform is bad advice. The GPU you selected is ancient in current terms, forget "future proof" again. On top of that he is looking for acceleration for CAD/CAM software. The only GPUs that offer that are Quadro, not old GTX cards or even the current 1050.

You need to know what your audience needs before making recommendations.
 
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Alright thanks for telling me, I still use my GTX 1050 and it's still pretty good at video recording.
 
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Yes he mentions that but he may use other software. Either way this thread is nearly a month old and the OP hasn't returned so its probably a moot point.
 
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