- Aug 12, 2017
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Hello,
I want to buy/build a new PC for my downstairs living area - will be used as a family computer. Kids aren't quite old enough for 'gaming' so not inclined to build it specifically around that, but I imagine their interest will only grow. I so a lot of high-resolution photography, retouching and occasion 4K video editing.
My wife wants something slimline that looks good. I figure i can get better performance with something only a bit bigger than an AIO with some sort of small-form-factor setup where the 'box' is hidden behind the screen. Needs to be quiet/silent.
Been looking at a couple of models e.g.: Dell OptiPlex 7050 Small Form Factor, but thinking building my own might be a better route.
Approximate Purchase Date: e.g.: Now
Budget Range: £1200 (approx $1500)
System Usage from Most to Least Important: video and photo editing, surfing internet, watching videos, playing games.
Are you buying a monitor: Yes, minimum 24", ideally 4K, good colour rendition for photo work.
Parts to Upgrade: Buying everything new.
Do you need to buy OS: No.
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Don't mind, but buying from UK.
Location: City, State/Region, Country: London, UK
Parts Preferences: None.
Overclocking: Maybe, but probably not.
SLI or Crossfire: No.
Your Monitor Resolution: Ideally 4K
Additional Comments: Want something that from most angles will look like an all in one. Thinking a small-form-factor case, with no fan, or quiet fan, hidden behind monitor on a stand or vesa mount set-up. Will be in the living area. Wife adamant that she doesn't want a 'massive' computer, but keen to get more bang-for-my-buck than an AIO offers. Would prefer SSD for OS and regular HD for files built in. If cost is prohibitive could survive with just SSD perhaps.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: Need a family computer / something for photo work.
Include a list of any parts you have already selected with descriptively labeled links for parts: No parts selected.
I want to buy/build a new PC for my downstairs living area - will be used as a family computer. Kids aren't quite old enough for 'gaming' so not inclined to build it specifically around that, but I imagine their interest will only grow. I so a lot of high-resolution photography, retouching and occasion 4K video editing.
My wife wants something slimline that looks good. I figure i can get better performance with something only a bit bigger than an AIO with some sort of small-form-factor setup where the 'box' is hidden behind the screen. Needs to be quiet/silent.
Been looking at a couple of models e.g.: Dell OptiPlex 7050 Small Form Factor, but thinking building my own might be a better route.
Approximate Purchase Date: e.g.: Now
Budget Range: £1200 (approx $1500)
System Usage from Most to Least Important: video and photo editing, surfing internet, watching videos, playing games.
Are you buying a monitor: Yes, minimum 24", ideally 4K, good colour rendition for photo work.
Parts to Upgrade: Buying everything new.
Do you need to buy OS: No.
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Don't mind, but buying from UK.
Location: City, State/Region, Country: London, UK
Parts Preferences: None.
Overclocking: Maybe, but probably not.
SLI or Crossfire: No.
Your Monitor Resolution: Ideally 4K
Additional Comments: Want something that from most angles will look like an all in one. Thinking a small-form-factor case, with no fan, or quiet fan, hidden behind monitor on a stand or vesa mount set-up. Will be in the living area. Wife adamant that she doesn't want a 'massive' computer, but keen to get more bang-for-my-buck than an AIO offers. Would prefer SSD for OS and regular HD for files built in. If cost is prohibitive could survive with just SSD perhaps.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: Need a family computer / something for photo work.
Include a list of any parts you have already selected with descriptively labeled links for parts: No parts selected.
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