Bghtzc :
I am working on my first ever build. I need help choosing a motherboard and case, I would like to spend under $80 on my motherboard and under $65 on my case. I want a fast computer that will last a while. Basic usage no gaming. Any input is appreciated
Cpu: i5 4460 3.2Ghz quad core
Cooling: cooling master hyper TX3
Memory: g.skill ares 2x4GB DDR3 1600
Motherboard: ?
SSD: Crucial BX100 250GB
PSU: Corsair CX500 80+ Bronze semi modular ATX
Case: ?
Optical: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD writer
Wifi: Rosewill RNX-N250PCe 802.11b/g/n PCI express
monitor: Dell S2240M 60hz 21.5"
I suggest the following components:
The ASRock H97M PRO4 motherboard has the best price to performance ratio. Neatly meets your expectations - performance coupled with reliability under $80 price category.
- Premium Alloy Choke (Reduces 70% core loss compared to iron powder choke)
- NexFET™ MOSFET
- Sapphire Black PCB
- Solid Capacitor design, Digi Power
- Supports Dual Channel DDR3 1600
- 1 PCIe 3.0 x16, 1 PCIe 2.0 x16, 2 PCI
- 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC892 Audio Codec), ELNA Audio Caps
- Intel® Gigabit LAN
- 6 SATA3, 6 USB 3.0 (2 Front, 4 Rear), 6 USB 2.0 (4 Front, 2 Rear)
The Fractal Design Core 3500 ATX Mid Tower under $45, is a solid case offers great value and packs a punch at this price point:
- Four vibration dampening hard drive trays for up to four 3.5" HDDs, all compatible with 2.5" drives (for SSDs).
- Has two more 2.5" SSD mounting slots behind motherboard plate.
- Supports ATX, EATX, Micro ATX, Mini ITX motherboards
- Smart cable management with 22mm of space behind the motherboard plate and thick rubber grommets for clean installations.
- Multiple easy-to-clean dust filters.
- Minimalistic design with exceptional airflow and cooling.
- Total 7 fan slots with two Silent Series R2 140mm fans included.
- Brushed aluminum-look front panel with a sleek, three-dimensional textured finish.
PCPartPicker part list /
Price breakdown by merchant
Motherboard: ASRock H97M PRO4 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($76.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Core 3500 ATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $121.97
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-05-07 03:35 EDT-0400
Cheers!