Build A Computer for Under A$600
Ever wanted to try and build your own computer or you just needed a new computer but couldn't afford one. Well, here are the specs for a well rounded system which has decent speed, the latest processor and is perfect for normal everyday use. With Intel HD graphics you can do a bit of video and photo editing but no games at this price. Of course, the motherboard is compatible with a video card so if you want to add a video card on later, it is possible. So not only is this system cheap, it is flexible and pretty powerful. All for under A$600.
All of the parts I have chosen are good quality and like I stated in the previous post, I have gone with a reputable case manufacturer. The other components are made by trusted brands. One potential downside is that to get it this cheap, I have had to use Linux instead of Windows. It is pretty good if you give it a go and it is free but some people absolutely must have Windows in which case the whole computer will cost another $150-250 extra depending on the version.
So if you are on a tight budget but are looking for a computer which will last you 2-3 years (depending on how much you hate having outdated components) and has a bit of flexibility for future upgrades, then consider a build like this.
Depending on the store you buy the parts from, you can also bargain and get it for even less. Try StaticIce to see if you are getting the best deal on your parts.
| Motherboard: Intel BOXDH55PJ H55 lGA1156 | $ 89.00 |
| Case/PSU: Thermaltake Soprano RS 201 with 430W PSU | $ 69.00 |
| CPU: Intel Core i3-550 3.2GHz using integrated graphics | $ 139.00 |
| RAM: Kingston 4GB (2x2GB) kit DDR3 1333MHz | $ 47.00 |
| HDD: Seagate 3.5" SATA 500GB 7200rpm | $ 39.00 |
| Optical: LG DVD Burner SATA | $ 22.00 |
| OS: Ubuntu 10.10 | $ - |
| Keyboard and mouse: Logitech MK120 Desktop | $ 18.00 |
| Monitor: LG 20.1" E2040T-PN LED 5ms DVI Slim Monitor | $ 136.00 |
| TOTAL | $ 559.00 |
| Motherboard: Intel BOXDH55PJ H55 lGA1156 | $ 89.00 |
| Case/PSU: Thermaltake Soprano RS 201 with 430W PSU | $ 69.00 |
| CPU: Intel Core i3-550 3.2GHz using integrated graphics | $ 139.00 |
| RAM: Kingston 4GB (2x2GB) kit DDR3 1333MHz | $ 47.00 |
| HDD: Seagate 3.5" SATA 500GB 7200rpm | $ 39.00 |
| Optical: LG DVD Burner SATA | $ 22.00 |
| OS: Ubuntu 10.10 | $ - |
| Keyboard and mouse: Logitech MK120 Desktop | $ 18.00 |
| Monitor: LG 20.1" E2040T-PN LED 5ms DVI Slim Monitor | $ 136.00 |
| TOTAL | $ 559.00 |
What Is The Best Value Computer You Can Buy?: Part 3
First of all, I would like to apologise that I forgot about this series of posts I was going to do. But anyway, here is the third part in the series.
So, today I am going to talk about the best hard drive to buy. There are so many different capacities to buy and so many different choices in terms of speed and interface. For the sake of future proofing and getting the best speeds out of your hard drive, I would recommend getting a 7200rpm SATA II or III hard drive. This is pretty much standard now a days but there are a few cheaper hard drives which are 5400rpm in order to lower cost. In terms of capacity, the best way to look at it is cost per gigabyte as with modern desktops, you can usually fit four or so hard drives so the biggest priority is not getting the largest hard drive but the best value. This could mean that instead of buying a 2TB hard drive, you buy two 1TB hard drives. This will help give you as much capacity as you want for the lowest cost. Generally, the brand doesn't matter too much. I personally like Seagate because of the 5 year warranty and I find them quieter than some other hard drives.
The Perfect PC: Don’t Buy It, Build It
The perfect PC: Quiet, but powerful. Roomy enough to hold your expansive DVD collection, but small enough to tuck inside a cabinet. It should look nice and be ready to tackle all of the latest and greatest games, but it shouldn't break the bank.
The perfect PC means different things to different people. If you search hard enough, you may find a factory-made machine that matches your ideal, at a reasonable price. But if you'd rather not wait for a major retailer to hit all the right notes, consider building your own system.
Don't worry--putting together a PC is a lot easier than you might think. And there are plenty of good reasons to do it.
If you've ever had to ship your computer back to the manufacturer for a checkup, the experience may have encouraged you to think seriously about rolling up your sleeves and doing your own troubleshooting. Lengthy turnaround times, or hours spent sitting on hold with customer service are maddening enough. But if your machine happens to be out of warranty--or didn't have a very good warranty to begin with--the cost of getting a part or the entire system replaced could be more than you bargained for.
Most of all, building your own system is fun. Technology has become increasingly complex, but PCs are modular--and with our step-by-step guide you can put together a dream machine that's just right for your needs and budget.
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