Computers Any MB suggestions - Page 2

Boon · 12-13-2017, 04:49 PM

I would like to build a desktop PC. Not wanting to build a hotrod/gaming machine.
Just a fast Win10/Office/Chrome with SD drive. I have an older case that supports the Micro ATX form motherboard. Am asking for opinions on make/model etc of MB to start with.

jd1020 · 12-13-2017, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by hometeam

i mean i was assuming someone who just wants to run web browsing doesnt need coffee lake..

Lots of choices.

Sure.

I'm just never a fan of advising to go backwards in the tech world, especially now when you can get a quad core in an i3.

cooper barrett · 12-13-2017, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by hometeam

i mean i was assuming someone who just wants to run web browsing doesnt need coffee lake..

Lots of choices.

Would you build something for web browsing or buy something used?

I've had great luck buying used for generic machines

**DaneMcCloud** · 12-13-2017, 08:26 PM

I’ve had the last 4 ASUS boards fail, with one DOA from Amazon.

No more.

Gigabyte for me.

**Buck** · 12-13-2017, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by eDave

Anything in the $129 - $150 price range will do you just fine. That a gaming good gaming MB too (just in case).

Seems way overpriced for what he wants.

I think you can get away with $50 to $70.

Boon · 12-13-2017, 09:38 PM

The reason I am building one is because I never have built one from the ground up and I figured the mobo was ground zero. I have updated software, added drives, memory, wipe clean the PC of friends whose PC would barely boot due to all the trash on them, but never did a complete build.

Maybe a better question would be: What mobo and processor would be a good starting point. Would it be better to start with a new case? If so, are there combos that can be purchased as such, etc.

Just looking for a good place to start I guess. I will look into Parts Picker.

cooper barrett · 12-13-2017, 09:40 PM

Yes there are some great kits but first

What do you want it to do?

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Originally Posted by Boon

The reason I am building one is because I never have built one from the ground up and I figured the mobo was ground zero. I have updated software, added drives, memory, wipe clean the PC of friends whose PC would barely boot due to all the trash on them, but never did a complete build.

Maybe a better question would be: What mobo and processor would be a good starting point. Would it be better to start with a new case? If so, are there combos that can be purchased as such, etc.

Just looking for a good place to start I guess. I will look into Parts Picker.

Boon · 12-13-2017, 09:54 PM

Plan to use for everyday surfing, office apps, watching stocks, No fancy graphics for gaming, graphic work, CAD, etc. Just want to build one from ground up with SSD for boot and apps. Hard drive for photos, music, etc. As you said earlier, I do not want to go with old technology but nothing extravagant. Five hundred dollar range do it??

**hometeam** · 12-13-2017, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Boon

Plan to use for everyday surfing, office apps, watching stocks, No fancy graphics for gaming, graphic work, CAD, etc. Just want to build one from ground up with SSD for boot and apps. Hard drive for photos, music, etc. As you said earlier, I do not want to go with old technology but nothing extravagant. Five hundred dollar range do it??

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/GFq3VY

Just threw this together. Micro ATX, small form factor, SSD, HDD plenty of processing power for what you want to do, but there are tons of ways you could go.

This build assumes you have monitor keyboard mouse and a windows key. If you dont, Windows keys run about 40 bucks. Mouse and keyboard can be had for 20, plus craigslist you a monitor

jd1020 · 12-13-2017, 10:25 PM

1 stick of 8GB RAM is like $14 more than I paid for my 16GB 4 years ago.

Can the people over in Taiwan get their collective shit together?

Boon · 12-13-2017, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hometeam

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/GFq3VY

Just threw this together. Micro ATX, small form factor, SSD, HDD plenty of processing power for what you want to do, but there are tons of ways you could go.

This build assumes you have monitor keyboard mouse and a windows key. If you dont, Windows keys run about 40 bucks. Mouse and keyboard can be had for 20, plus craigslist you a monitor

Thanks for this. I will look into it. I have monitor, mouse, keyboard etc. I run two PCs on a KVM switch, so I am set there. Where can one get a windows key for $40?

**hometeam** · 12-13-2017, 10:29 PM

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/7XNqKZ

Another strong build. Ryzen this time, (i know you said intel but **** it) and more performance. Have to use discreet graphics but i went with a silent 10 series base card. A few more bucks, i really like this one.

For the processor price, you get twice as many cores and about 50% more multi core performance, as well as the same single core power, plus you at least get a GPU thats stronger than the intel integrated one.

Pants · 12-13-2017, 10:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jd1020

1 stick of 8GB RAM is like $14 more than I paid for my 16GB 4 years ago.

Can the people over in Taiwan get their collective shit together?

I know.

Price fixing sucks.

**hometeam** · 12-13-2017, 10:37 PM

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/XPHBsJ

Ok.. so i went a little more over.. ryzen 5 this time, that's 4 cores, 8 threads. Now we talkin big boy speed. Had to skimp on size of the SSD to save a few bucks but who cares, TWICE as much POWERRRRR

Do it.

**hometeam** · 12-13-2017, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Pants

I know.

Price fixing sucks.

I got a check in the mail about 6 months ago from the ram price fixing scandal all those years ago, class action finally payed out, think i got like 170 bucks~

Boon · 12-13-2017, 10:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hometeam

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/7XNqKZ

Another strong build. Ryzen this time, (i know you said intel but **** it) and more performance. Have to use discreet graphics but i went with a silent 10 series base card. A few more bucks, i really like this one.

For the processor price, you get twice as many cores and about 50% more multi core performance, as well as the same single core power, plus you at least get a GPU thats stronger than the intel integrated one.

Looking at these kits, they both have cases. If getting a new case, is the micro ATX form factor the way to go or should others be considered? Space in the office is not a concern.

12-13-2017, 04:49 PM
Boon a.k.a. Lenny Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Smack dab in the middle Casino cash: $9637069	Any MB suggestions I would like to build a desktop PC. Not wanting to build a hotrod/gaming machine. Just a fast Win10/Office/Chrome with SD drive. I have an older case that supports the Micro ATX form motherboard. Am asking for opinions on make/model etc of MB to start with.
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12-13-2017, 08:26 PM	#18
DaneMcCloud Supporter Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Hollywood, CA Casino cash: $10053648	I’ve had the last 4 ASUS boards fail, with one DOA from Amazon. No more. Gigabyte for me.
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12-13-2017, 09:38 PM	#20
Boon a.k.a. Lenny Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Smack dab in the middle Casino cash: $9637069	The reason I am building one is because I never have built one from the ground up and I figured the mobo was ground zero. I have updated software, added drives, memory, wipe clean the PC of friends whose PC would barely boot due to all the trash on them, but never did a complete build. Maybe a better question would be: What mobo and processor would be a good starting point. Would it be better to start with a new case? If so, are there combos that can be purchased as such, etc. Just looking for a good place to start I guess. I will look into Parts Picker.
Posts: 1,919

12-13-2017, 09:54 PM	#22
Boon a.k.a. Lenny Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Smack dab in the middle Casino cash: $9637069	Plan to use for everyday surfing, office apps, watching stocks, No fancy graphics for gaming, graphic work, CAD, etc. Just want to build one from ground up with SSD for boot and apps. Hard drive for photos, music, etc. As you said earlier, I do not want to go with old technology but nothing extravagant. Five hundred dollar range do it??
Posts: 1,919

12-13-2017, 10:25 PM	#24
jd1020 In Search of a Life Join Date: Nov 2010 Casino cash: $7712645	1 stick of 8GB RAM is like $14 more than I paid for my 16GB 4 years ago. Can the people over in Taiwan get their collective shit together?
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12-13-2017, 10:29 PM	#26
hometeam Supporter Join Date: Jul 2011 Casino cash: $3991956	https://pcpartpicker.com/list/7XNqKZ Another strong build. Ryzen this time, (i know you said intel but **** it) and more performance. Have to use discreet graphics but i went with a silent 10 series base card. A few more bucks, i really like this one. For the processor price, you get twice as many cores and about 50% more multi core performance, as well as the same single core power, plus you at least get a GPU thats stronger than the intel integrated one.
Posts: 10,645

12-13-2017, 10:37 PM	#28
hometeam Supporter Join Date: Jul 2011 Casino cash: $3991956	https://pcpartpicker.com/list/XPHBsJ Ok.. so i went a little more over.. ryzen 5 this time, that's 4 cores, 8 threads. Now we talkin big boy speed. Had to skimp on size of the SSD to save a few bucks but who cares, TWICE as much POWERRRRR Do it.
Posts: 10,645