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Budget PC build under $2,000

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Kenneth Lopez15 Kenneth Lopez15 NewcomerOP
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joined Apr 2010
#1 ·
Hello, I believe it is finally time for a new computer, so I am looking for some assistance with a build configuration. I have $1,300 $0.00 in cash available—to be clear, this budget covers the tower, the monitor, and all peripherals. My intended uses are web browsing, watching movies (both 1080p and 4K), video editing, and general office work. I don't play games—I haven't played them up to this point, nor do I know if they would actually appeal to me—but I do have a child who might want to play something occasionally.

I have no intention of overclocking. I prefer Intel and NVIDIA
.
Paying in cash.

I would ideally like a larger, high-quality monitor.

Is a 27-inch screen too large, or should I stick to 25 inches?

Here is what I am currently considering:

1 x DELL U2515H/U2715H UltraSharp 25" OR 27", 2560 x 1440, IPS, anti-glare—though I am unsure whether to go with the 25 or the 27.

1 x Samsung 250 GB 850 Series evo Basic
1 x Toshiba 1 TB 3.5

1 x Fractal design Define R5 blackout
1 x Fractal design Define R5 Black pearl

(I am curious about the JERAZLIKA između ovaj 2)

Motherboard? — Asus Z170-A; MSI Z170-A Pro; ASRock Z170 Extreme4 Socket 1151

Memory?

Processor? — Skylake, Sck. 1151

Power Supply? — perhaps something from Fractal? Or maybe an Edison m 650 w ????????????

Speakers? Do monitors have built-in audio, or will I need dedicated speakers?

In short, I am looking to purchase a high-quality, well-assembled PC for use by myself, my wife, and our 11-year-old child.

I am seeking your advice.

Thank you all for your responses and assistance.
crimsonstag84 crimsonstag84 Regular
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joined Jun 2010
#2 ·
1 x Intel Core i7-6700 (3.4GHz, Turbo : 4.0GHz, 4 core, 8MB, LGA1151
1 x DDR4 16GB (2x8GB) Corsair Vengeance LPX Black, 2666MHz,CL16
1 x TOSHIBA 2TB, 7200 rpm, SATA 3 6Gb/s, 64MB cache, 3.5", DT01ACA20
1 x Samsung 250 GB 850 Series evo Basic, Capacity 250 GB, 2.5"
1 x XFX R9-280X-TDFD, DD Radeon R9 280X 1000M Boost 3GB DDR5
1 x Asrock H170 PRO4S - LGA1151 ASRock Super Alloy
1 x ANTEC GX505 Case, MIDI, window edition, black, no PSU
1 x LC Power Cosmo Cool, 92 mm, Hydraulic bearing, 800-2200 rpm,
1 x LG GH24NS DVD burner, DVD±RW, 24x DVD±R ,8x DL , 40x CD-R
1 x Fractal Edison m 650 w ???????????? 80PLUS GOLD, modular, black
1 x Logitech desktop MK120, Keyboard + Mouse, USB
1 x Logitech Multimedia Speakers Z200, black, 10w

$3306 ADM

+ monitor:

http://www.bestbuy.com/monitor-acer...-1171/product/

The monitor comes with built-in speakers, though I doubt they're actually any good.
Robert Rodriguez2 Robert Rodriguez2 Regular
353 messages
joined Jul 2015
#3 ·
crimsonstag84 said:1 x Intel Core i7-6700 (3.4GHz, Turbo : 4.0GHz, 4 core, 8MB, LGA1151
1 x DDR4 16GB (2x8GB) Corsair Vengeance LPX Black, 2666MHz,CL16
1 x TOSHIBA 2TB, 7200 rpm, SATA 3 6Gb/s, 64MB cache, 3.5", DT01ACA20
1 x Samsung 250 GB 850 Series evo Basic, Capacity 250 GB, 2.5"
1 x XFX R9-280X-TDFD, DD Radeon R9 280X 1000M Boost 3GB DDR5
1 x Asrock H170 PRO4S - LGA1151 ASRock Super Alloy
1 x Case ANTEC GX505, MIDI, window edition, black, no PSU
1 x LC Power Cosmo Cool, 92 mm, Hydraulic bearing, 800-2200 rpm,
1 x LG GH24NS DVD burner, DVD±RW, 24x DVD±R ,8x DL , 40x CD-R
1 x Power Supply Fractal Edison m 650 w ???????????? , 80PLUS GOLD, modular, black
1 x Logitech desktop MK120, Keyboard + Mouse, USB
1 x Logitech Multimedia Speakers Z200, black, 10w

$3306 ADM

+ monitor:

The monitor has speakers, but I doubt they're any good.

i7 for movies and some gaming😲

Just wondering, is this video editing just a hobby once in a while, or is this how you pay the bills?
crimsonstag84 crimsonstag84 Regular
518 messages
joined Jun 2010
#4 ·
Targeting video editing, but I think I see where you're coming from 😬

The price could probably drop at least $667 if you just stick to basic editing occasionally and swap in a 4K IPS monitor.
Robert Rodriguez2 Robert Rodriguez2 Regular
353 messages
joined Jul 2015
#5 ·
crimsonstag84 said:You're talking about video editing, but I get your point.😬

The price could drop $667 if they just did some basic color grading and slapped on a 4K IPS monitor.

👍

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