Im building myself an AIO PC for less than $500. Please let me know your thoughts and if you would change anything. Thanks! https://pcpartpicker.com/list/sBHGhq
You can probably buy an AIO for a cheaper price, or a better one for a similar price.
$30 for W10 Pro makes me question the license validity.
Kinguin sells legit Windows 10 keys. I have bought 4 keys in total off of there with 0 issues. Also, PaulsHardware uses that website to buy Windows 10 keys.
Pros and Cons.
With your solution you do get an SSD, though again not sure about the Windows 10 license.
If you decide to go with yours then:
1. Does the stock Intel CPU cooler fit?
If so, I'm not sure the cooler you chose is any better. It's only about NOISE anyway because any cooler (that fits the case) will cool enough.
2. 1x8GB
You don't need dual-channel with a CPU like this. If you get a single stick you can add another one later if you decide you need more memory.
So...
I guess there are pros and cons. Your solution isn't in as nice of a package, but it's easier to take apart and troubleshoot.
*Personally, I would go for the Intel i3 solution.
You can probably buy an AIO for a cheaper price, or a better one for a similar price.
$30 for W10 Pro makes me question the license validity.
Kinguin sells legit Windows 10 keys. I have bought 4 keys in total off of there with 0 issues. Also, PaulsHardware uses that website to buy Windows 10 keys.
Pros and Cons.
With your solution you do get an SSD, though again not sure about the Windows 10 license.
If you decide to go with yours then:
1. Does the stock Intel CPU cooler fit?
If so, I'm not sure the cooler you chose is any better. It's only about NOISE anyway because any cooler (that fits the case) will cool enough.
2. 1x8GB
You don't need dual-channel with a CPU like this. If you get a single stick you can add another one later if you decide you need more memory.
So...
I guess there are pros and cons. Your solution isn't in as nice of a package, but it's easier to take apart and troubleshoot.
*Personally, I would go for the Intel i3 solution.
You are correct that I can get other AIOs for cheaper and they look nicer. But I was looking for an AIO that has an SSD, couldnt find one. The biggest point to this build is that I can make this PC an AIO one second and then the next a super portable mini itx. It will be connected to only 4 Vesa mounted screws, so it would be easy to take it off.