Whats my cheapest option, new build

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wadeheat3

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• Dec 9, 2014

• #1

Ok not looking to break the bank. Looking for a computer to do you basic school functions, excel, word, web surf and also, the most draining function, run FL Studio for music production. I need this to run smooth, not looking for a gaming rig.


Let me know what you guys think, thanks

 

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ninjabubbles3

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• Dec 9, 2014

• #2

We need a budget, not just cheap

 

C4C

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• Dec 9, 2014

• #3

ninjabubbles3 said:

We need a budget, not just cheap

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Exactly this ^^^^

Are you looking for $350-550 cheap or $900-1100 cheap?

 

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NerdGirl1313

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• Dec 9, 2014

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wadeheat3 said:

Ok not looking to break the bank. Looking for a computer to do you basic school functions, excel, word, web surf and also, the most draining function, run FL Studio for music production. I need this to run smooth, not looking for a gaming rig.


Let me know what you guys think, thanks

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I got a HP Envy computer for $650.00 from Walmart. It is fast and has plenty of storage. I am a online student, so I needed something fast and reliable. The best money I ever spent. Here is the link for you: https://www.google.com/shopping/pro...l87M&ei=CGGHVKbWNoWWyQTZrYEY&ved=0COgBEKYrMAQ

 

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ReMiXeDg

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• Dec 9, 2014

• #5

wadeheat3 said:

Ok not looking to break the bank. Looking for a computer to do you basic school functions, excel, word, web surf and also, the most draining function, run FL Studio for music production. I need this to run smooth, not looking for a gaming rig.


Let me know what you guys think, thanks

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Are you looking to build or buy it built?

You'll get a better bang for your buck if you build it yourself.
What ever you do listen to the guys on this forum lol. they will sure point you in the rightest direction.

 

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ninjabubbles3

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• Dec 9, 2014

• #6

My build was 400$, thats cheap for me, but I jad some parts lying around, actually probably cheapest is like $400, but $800 is a good spot for a powerful computer

http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=kSuRvY7WjpM

Those are three good 350 dollar builds.

 

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wadeheat3

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• Dec 10, 2014

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Lookin for around 450-500, not looking for a gaming computer, if you think this is the best way to get what I need though that's fine. I am going to build not buy a premade. I'd figure RAM is probably the most important aspect for the multitasking aspect. If I'm wrong definitely let me know

 

Motoxrdude

Active Member

• Dec 10, 2014

• #8

Honestly, with what you said, you're not going to need much. Just go with an AMD APU, like the A10-6800k, and at least 8Gb of ram and you'll be fine.

 

C4C

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• Dec 10, 2014

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Here's a good build: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/psRmWZ

 

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ninjabubbles3

Active Member

• Dec 10, 2014

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C4C said:

Here's a good build: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/psRmWZ

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Good, but I would let the OP choose a case. Something like the Corsair Obsidian 350D

 

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wadeheat3

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• Dec 11, 2014

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This too low end? The more I save here the more I have to upgrade my sound software

http://pcpartpicker.com/parts/partlist/

 

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ninjabubbles3

Active Member

• Dec 11, 2014

• #12

Not the right link.

You gotta copy and paste the unique link you get right over our parts list

 

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wadeheat3

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• Dec 11, 2014

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Doh! Lol here you go http://pcpartpicker.com/p/zJ7QBm

 

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ninjabubbles3

Active Member

• Dec 11, 2014

• #14

Looks good, but dont buy a cheapy PSU like that. Something like a Corsair CX430 is fine

 

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wadeheat3

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• Dec 11, 2014

• #15

alright awesome, thanks for the feedback, this is going to go together much cheaper than expected