$2000 Computer Build

[Markostefo]

What is the fastest computer I can build with $2000? (I do not need the build to be focused around gaming, as I am not a gamer) I am asking for a list of parts that you believe will create a very quick, well cooled, and high quality computer for around the price of $2000. I need other experienced users to give me their opinion before I start making purchases.

Thanks

 

[danraies]

We need to know the usage. "Quick" can mean different things.

 

[Markostefo]

We need to know the usage. "Quick" can mean different things.

Well I would like computer to multitask several demanding programs at a time, have a fast boot times, have the ability to launch programs very quickly. I want the general operation of the computer to be very responsive. Obviously this creates a focus around which processor, solid state drives, and RAM are chosen for this build. I just want to the computer to handle all programs easily, not including games as I have mentioned before.

 

[danraies]

I really need a lot more information. I need to know which parts have to fit in that budget and I need to know what these demanding programs are. If you need a/some monitor(s) then that changes things and if you're going to be doing video rendering then we'll need to give you a "real" video card even though you're not gaming.

Fill out the following form: http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/261222-31-build-advice

If you don't need a high-powered graphics card then you don't need to spend $2000. The following is an excellent build with room to upgrade that is lightning quick for under $1600 assuming that you don't need a high-powered graphics card.

($320) CPU: i7-2600k
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115070
($200) Motherboard: ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131790
($83) RAM: G.Skill Sniper 16GB (4x4GB) 1600mhz, 1.5V, CL9
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231534
($365) SSD: Crucial M4 256GB
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820148443
($170) HDD: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 7200RPM
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822148834
($120) GPU: Gigabyte 6750
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814125389
($55) CPU Cooler: Thermaltake Frio
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835106150
($110) PSU: Corsair HX650
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139012
($150) Case: Whatever case you want, really. You don't have to worry about heat.

The total is $1573 before rebates and shipping. If you really want to push that build up to $2000 (it's $1933 with the replacements) then replace the CPU and motherboard with the following parts. (Apparently the i7-3930K is out of stock on newegg right now but you should be able to find it somewhere.)

($600) i7-3930K
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819116492
($280) ASUS P9X79
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131804

 

[Markostefo]

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