Looking for low budget Motherboard Please Help!

LamoidZombieDog

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Hey! i own an Acer Aspire and since i dont have the money to build the pc i want, i want to upgrade the motherboard so i have more space for ram... the pc has 2 Slots of ram which are full of 2 4Gb sticks, an I5-4440 which is an LGA 1150 I believe, its 4th Gen, i cant find any motherboards under my budget so maybe someone here can help, i want to spend under 30 dollars but my budget is about 50 i guess... it needs to have 4 or more slots of ram which is compatible with my DDR3 Sticks from the ones in my current pc along with some extra sticks i have... the ram is 4GB DDR3 1600U... it needs to also have an HDMI AND VGA (a DVI would be nice for when i get a 3rd monitor but ill most likely get a graphics card for it before a 3rd monitor so thats not needed) if it does have a DVI instead of VGA and its way under 40 bucks thats ok otherwise only vga and hdmi (or more) i would like 6 or more USBS of 2.0 or 3.0 idc. Thanks in advance :)
 
I am a little confused here but I suspect that you may be chasing an upgrade that you don't need. 2x4GB of RAM is enough for most games but you don't have a discrete GPU so you likely aren't gaming. For most other applications and uses 2x4GB exceeds the maximum requirement. So why do you want to add more RAM?

If you are using the integrated graphics on the i5-4440 then HD 4600 is your iGPU.
https://ark.intel.com/products/75038/Intel-Core-i5-4440-Processor-6M-Cache-up-to-3_30-GHz

A GT 1030 will blow this out of the water.
http://gpu.userbenchmark.com/Compare/Intel-HD-4600-Desktop-125-GHz-vs-Nvidia-GT-1030/2168vsm283726

Now you talk about RAM but you don't provide full specs. Be aware that when you mix RAM the system will slow everything down to the speed of the slowest stick. Are you sure that the RAM is matched?

You don't state which country you will be purchasing in but I will assume U.S. But for $50 you find nothing new.
https://pcpartpicker.com/products/motherboard/#sort=price&page=1

You will have to look for a used mobo at this price, you can use this website to check for features and compatibility. Just click on the link to view/edit the build.

But maybe the better thing to do is to state what you want to achieve and then I can assist you in determining the best path to get there.


PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/ptBmP3
Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/ptBmP3/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel - Core i5-4440 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor (Purchased For $0.00)
Motherboard: Asus - B85M-E/CSM Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($85.19 @ Newegg Marketplace)
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws Series 16GB (4 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory (Purchased For $0.00)
Total: $85.19
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-02-06 09:14 EST-0500


 

LamoidZombieDog

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my computer currently has 4GB 12800U ram... which at the time this PC came out 1 4Gb stick was 100 dollars as it was "ultra fast" today its not fast as the PC is a few years old... i basicly want to upgrade my ram and get a GPU for gaming and other work until i have the 600+ i need to build a PC... i have a lot of ram as i am an ebay wholesaler and scrap computers for parts sometimes
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so i have a mix of 4Gb 12800U ram and 10600U ram with 10600U being a little slower i believe
in the end of 4 Sticks of 4Gb id use the 2 12800U sticks in my pc, plus the one 12800U stick i have, as well as a 10600U stick since im trying not to spend money here... i need a motherboard, (maybe a case if it wont fit in my acer aspire case) and a GPU... i understand all the ram will be as fast as 10600U because
of how it works but im not rich so nothing i can do

over all i simply want to achive, getting a motherboard, Possibly a 2GB GPU of any type and a case if NEEDED for under 100 dollars... i dont remember the type needed but 2GB GPUS before bitcoin went crazy were 40 bucks for what i need... hopefully its still arround that price... i currently have an Acer Aspire ATC-605-UR19 with 8Gb of ram
so i need:
-motherboard
-Gpu (Not REQUIRED but i really would like onw now instead of having to wait a while to buy one)
-Case (only if needed... otherwise ill use my current acer one if the screw holes all line up
-a 4GB DDR3 12800U Stick used or new to go with my other 3 to match the speeds
 
Okay, let's start with the RAM. Found some references to this PC and it might or might not take DDR3L (1.35V) RAM instead of the regular DDR3 (1.50V). So can you either supply the part number on the RAM or run this free program to determine what you have installed. I would not be mixing DDR3L and DDR3.
https://www.cpuid.com/softwares/cpu-z.html

You find the RAM voltage at the bottom of the "SPD" tab, this one is 1.50V DDR3
https://imgur.com/MIbyAYX

Next, I would not be using the 10600U (1333 MHz) ram as it will just slow your computer down regardless if you install 16GB. Very few applications need more than 2x4GB, I don't see a reason to spend money on another stick so you can go to 4x4GB. We can go down that path if you choose but just installing more RAM won't necessarily make things better.

So this leaves us with two paths, replace the mobo or keep using it. You will not be able to find a new mobo, case and GPU for $100. A new GT 1030 which is a bottom end GPU will cost you almost this much.
https://pcpartpicker.com/products/video-card/#c=396&sort=price&page=1

You will be more at the $200 price range and these parts are as about as cheap as it gets.

PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/dhcqq4
Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/dhcqq4/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel - Core i5-4440 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor (Purchased For $0.00)
Motherboard: Asus - B85M-E/CSM Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($90.46 @ Newegg Marketplace)
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws Series 16GB (4 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory (Purchased For $0.00)
Video Card: Gigabyte - GeForce GT 1030 2GB Low Profile Video Card ($81.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Azza - SIRIUS ATX Mid Tower Case ($24.84 @ Amazon)
Total: $197.29
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-02-07 09:53 EST-0500

So if you want to continue down this path then you will have to get used components. To do this, scan the ads and plug the info into PCPartPicker to make sure it is compatible. For example, here are three Ebay components

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Gigabyte-Technology-GA-Z97-D3H-Intel-Motherboard/183059075706?epid=216102302&hash=item2a9f2bd27a:g:rFcAAOSwXkNaec6v#shpCntId
https://www.ebay.com/itm/4GB-KINGSTON-KVR16N11S8-4-DDR3-1600Mhz-12800U-Memory-DIMM/152890741752?epid=144642658&hash=item2398ff93f8:g:GeoAAOSwndZac74G
https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-in-Box-XFX-Radeon-Rx-550-4GB-PCI-E-Video-Card-RX-550P4SFG5/292439967221?epid=27013929510&hash=item4416c7c5f5:g:M54AAOSwlv9abhAJ

Here is the PCPartPicker build

PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/DHykcY
Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/DHykcY/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel - Core i5-4440 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor (Purchased For $0.00)
Motherboard: Gigabyte - GA-Z97-D3H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($40.00)
Memory: Kingston - 4GB (1 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($20.00)
Memory: Kingston - 4GB (1 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory (Purchased For $0.00)
Memory: Kingston - 4GB (1 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory (Purchased For $0.00)
Memory: Kingston - 4GB (1 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory (Purchased For $0.00)
Video Card: XFX - Radeon RX 550 4GB Video Card ($60.00)
Case: Azza - SIRIUS ATX Mid Tower Case ($24.84 @ Amazon)
Total: $144.84
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-02-07 10:12 EST-0500

Still breaks budget.

Now for the other path of keeping the mobo. I think here you need to go to this webpage and determine what you system was shipped with. Just type in your SN and it will detail what it was shipped with.
https://www.acer.com/ac/en/US/content/support-product/4958;-;Aspire%20TC-605

The reason for this is that there is little spec information on this particular version and I am worried that you don't have room for a dual slot, full height GPU. As well, I am worried about the size of your PSU, one model ships with a 200W PSU, way too small. Also need to know what PCI-e connectors the PSU has in case we need them.

Here is what I would do. Just because you own the RAM is not a reason to spend money for little return. If possible, keep your mobo, install 2x4GB of the 12800U (1600 MHz) RAM, purchase that RX 550 for $60 and you will have a decent little gamer. But of course the choice is yours. Let me know how you want to proceed and I will try to help you get there.
 

LamoidZombieDog

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Heres CPUID:
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if I need to spend more I will. I want to build a pc which I can upgrade as I like... Ram I obviously do need
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my PC is well maintained and was reformated Dec 1st when I got my new 4TB Ironwolf Drive.
I need a new motherboard since my current one only has 2 slots of ram
I have a 2GB MSI GPU but with this motherboard, it turns on but doesn't display output
its a bit old and that's why chances maybe it will work on a new board then I will already have a GPU
so at this point, i need a motherboard and 16GB of ram Total
Then I need a case if Acer is stupid and doesn't have standard holes to put a new motherboard in because they don't want you changing their pc
Heatsync I have
Cpu I have
power supply... its a 300W I believe so I may need to buy this one
https://www.amazon.com/Apevia-ATX-RP500W-Raptor-Power-Supply/dp/B071GD77V6/ref=sr_1_14?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1518020387&sr=1-14&keywords=power+supply
(it seems prices went up since I last checked power supplies a year ago it used to be 600W Corsair for 20 bucks: I)
and again as I see here


it will make a lot better, I need ram and a GPu.. and one day a new CPU
the pc was nice 3 years ago but it's not as good today
and also, I'm not on a STRICT 100 DOLLAR BUDGET if it goes to 150, that's alright
I just want to keep it around 100 I'm not willing to spend 300 rn

it has 2X4GB 12800U at the time it was a "special ultra speed ram" and cost a lot of money for one stick
specs info is above let me know what you think
if you need any more information let me know.
 

LamoidZombieDog

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as shown in some of the pictures 64Bit
i have 8GB of ram atm i couldnt be running 32Bit