Budget PC build for web surfing under $200

I was wondering if you all could help me put together a build within the budget mentioned in the title, plus maybe an extra $33 at most—so let's say a hard limit of $467.

Since I'm based in Chicago, getting my hands on parts shouldn't be much of an issue.
I need this machine for work using a software called Synesis—it's an accounting program—and it seems to be quite demanding on the processor. I actually took a look at my current setup to see what hits the CPU hardest when everything is running. Aside from that, it'll mostly just be web browsing and Zoom, but keep in mind it’s going to be running for long stretches!

I've already been scouting out some components and landed on this specific configuration, but I'd love to get your take on it:

Motherboard: MSI H81M-E33, socket 1150, supports up to 1600MHz DDR3 ATX;
Processor: Intel Celeron G1840 2.80GHz 2MB Cache, 2 Cores;
Hard Drive: WD Caviar Blue WD5000AAKX, 500GB, SATA3, 7200rpm, 16MB cache, 3.5
RAM: Kingston RAM 4GB, DDR3, 1600MHz, CL11
Case & PSU: NZXT H81M-E33 Case, 400W 12cm NVT-601-400

I pulled these prices from Best Buy, though I know some individual shops might have better deals on certain parts.

There are a couple of things about this build that have me second-guessing myself:
Does it even make sense to go with 1600MHz RAM if my processor only supports up to 1333MHz? (My apologies if that's more of a motherboard limitation than a CPU one...)
Also, this power supply that comes with the case doesn't carry any official rating—like 80+ Bronze or anything similar—so I'm a bit worried about whether it's reliable enough.

Hopefully, I've explained everything clearly enough.
I'm also open to picking up some used parts on eBay or Craigslist if that makes sense...
Thanks in advance for any suggestions you can toss my way.

Patrick Harris8 said:I need some help putting together a build within the budget mentioned in the title plus $33, max. So, basically, nothing over $467.

I'm based in Chicago, so getting parts shouldn't be an issue.
I need this PC for work using Synesis—it's accounting software—so it’s mostly CPU intensive. I checked my current setup to see what hits hardest when it's running. Besides that, it's just web browsing and Zoom, but the machine will be running constantly.!!!

I've scouted some components and landed on this list, but I want to know what you guys think:

Motherboard: MSI H81M-E33, LGA 1150, supports up to 1600MHz DDR3, ATX;
Processor: Intel Celeron G1840 2.80GHz 2MB Cache, 2 Cores;
Hard Drive: WD Caviar Blue WD5000AAKX, 500GB, SATA3, 7200rpm, 16MB cache, 3.5
RAM: Kingston RAM 4GB, DDR3, 1600MHz, CL11
Case & PSU: NZXT H81M-E33 Case, 400W 12cm NZXT H81M-E33 Case

I pulled all this from Best Buy, though some shops might have better prices on specific parts.

Here's what I'm wondering about this setup:
Does it make sense to get 1600MHz RAM if my processor only supports up to 1333MHz? (Sorry if that's actually a motherboard thing rather than a CPU thing)
Also, this power supply included in the case doesn't have any rating (like 80+ Bronze), so I'm worried about whether it's reliable enough.

Hopefully, that covers everything clearly.
I'm also open to picking up some stuff on Craigslist...
Thanks in advance for the suggestions.

Regarding the RAM, it doesn't matter. Even if the processor only handles 1333, it'll just run at that speed. Don't sweat it.

As for the power supply, it's junk. But since your PC isn't pulling much power, you can probably get away with it.🙂

From what I can see, that power supply is $83 and maybe it's only available at Walmart? Just toss in another 50-$33 and grab a decent one, like a Corsair. Honestly, this build isn't going to pull much power, so any PSU would probably run it, but since you need it running 24/7, you should be careful. Those cheap units tend to cut out during voltage drops, and if they die, they might take other parts down with them. Since this PC is being used for accounting software, it’d be a huge pain if it shut down mid-task or fried your hard drive...

Kingston RAM 4GB DDR3 1600 MT/s (PC3-12800) CL11
Toshiba DT01ACA050 500GB 3.5''
Intel Celeron G1840 2.80
MSI H81M-E33
NZXT H81M-E33 Case, NO PSU, NVT-603

Total: $463 central

Power Supply:

http://www.ebay.com/listings/cases/corsair...ad-14835071

Thanks for all the feedback,
fadedorca66—that power supply comes bundled with the case, which explains why the total price is $83 so high.
If I tried to buy a separate power supply and a standalone case, I’d end up spending at least $117 for both items combined—whether I went with what I found or followed your suggestion plus a case for about $133... and honestly, that’s just pushing me way past my budget.
Does the specific case actually matter for a build like this? I was thinking maybe I could just score an old tower on Craigslist, or even try to squeeze some life out of this ancient case I've had sitting around since 2002. My main priority is just making sure the components aren't too noisy. And, of course, I'd love a case that doesn't act like a vacuum cleaner for dust—though I know, let's be real, there's always going to be some dust eventually...
So, those are the lingering questions on my mind.
P.S. Any chance you guys have other recommendations? Maybe something featuring Intel processors or anything else you'd suggest?
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crimsonstag84, thanks for the configuration! I actually posted my reply at the exact same time, so I completely missed yours. 😁

That works. You can also follow crimsonstag84's lead and hunt for a high-quality 50-$33 power supply on eBay whenever you feel like it, but a generic one bundled with a $83 case is perfectly fine.

Don't even think about going with an Intel processor in this budget range. Honestly, they're pretty weak compared to a Pentium—and you really don't need that beefier integrated graphics anyway. Intel just has a more advanced architecture, so the single-core performance is way better. As for the power supply, picking up a used one isn't a bad move since you're getting quality, but since your power draw is basically peanuts, you could easily just go with a Dell OptiPlex 400/500 unit. In my experience, those cheap Dell units are super reliable right now—I've built a few rigs using them paired with Intel Celeron G1840 or Core i3/i5/i7 chips, even adding an entry-level dedicated HD 6670, and the PSU stays stable, quiet, and doesn't overheat at all.

Also, a quick tip: grab the NVT 603 instead. Internally, it’s identical to the 601, but it ditches that annoying glossy front panel. It looks way classier in person, plus you won't be constantly wiping away dust like a crazy person.

McLovin, thanks so much for the comment and the recommendation.