Help pc build 800-1000$

[elfenproxy]

I want to switch from my current asus s56c laptop to a desktop. Budget is around 1000$ for it all

I will use it for photoshop, illustrator, inDesign, streaming videos, Hearthstone game and office use.

I will need everything, from keyboard to monitor and windows 10 licence.

I want the case to be as small as possible without compromising future upgrades (it's never going to be used for gaming). I like the white cases better.

My current laptop has SSD and I love it, so the build HAS to have SSD.

I'm from Canada so I'm mostly looking for canadian sellers.

Thanks! Looking forward to your suggestions

 

[elfenproxy]

I've put these together so far: https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/q9J7sJ

Now the big question is; is everything compatible?

 

[Hellfire13]

Compatible but not optimized. Cooler not needed as stock cooler is enough. 12gb OS is enough for OS drive. For your 3d work you need more ram. PSU is not a very good unit. Keyboard/mouse/monitor missing from the build.
Anyways, i have optimized it for you. Its a little over budget but this should last you for a while.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($263.94 @ Vuugo)
Motherboard: ASRock H110M-DGS Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($43.50 @ Vuugo)
Memory: GeIL EVO POTENZA 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($89.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Storage: ADATA Premier SP550 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($54.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($63.24 @ Vuugo)
Video Card: Zotac GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB Mini Video Card ($185.98 @ NCIX)
Case: BitFenix Comrade ATX Mid Tower Case ($36.72 @ DirectCanada)
Power Supply: Corsair CXM 450W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Memory Express)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($117.98 @ DirectCanada)
Monitor: BenQ RL2455HM 24.0" 1920x1080 60Hz Monitor ($199.99 @ Memory Express)
Keyboard: Logitech MK120 Wired Slim Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($13.98 @ Amazon Canada)
Total: $1130.30
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-10 21:07 EST-0500

 

[elfenproxy]

Thanks for helping me! I was quite lost browsing for the right computer parts >_< I noticed you went for a more powerfull video card. I will not be doing any 3D rendering, just plain vectors and photos. Does that change anything from your list? Also, I think I can boost the budget a little higher if I include the monitor. Let's say 1000$ without monitor (figured I'd pick one up on Boxing Day at my local Best Buy)

 

[Hellfire13]

If you are not into hardcore gaming then this card should be fine for your basic purposes. You can go for a better motherboard and bigger ssd maybe.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Motherboard: MSI B150M MORTAR Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($75.28 @ Jet)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($94.75 @ OutletPC)
Total: $170.03
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-10 23:08 EST-0500

 

[ScrewySqrl]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($259.75 @ Vuugo)
Motherboard: ASRock H110M-DGS Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($64.98 @ DirectCanada)
Memory: GeIL EVO POTENZA 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($89.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Storage: Crucial BX200 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($79.99 @ Amazon Canada)
Storage: Toshiba 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Video Card: Zotac GeForce GTX 1050 2GB Mini Video Card ($144.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Case: Rosewill FBM-05 MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($29.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Power Supply: XFX XT 400W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($54.98 @ NCIX)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($117.98 @ DirectCanada)
Monitor: ViewSonic VA2246M-LED 22.0" 1920x1080 60Hz Monitor ($124.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Keyboard: Gigabyte GK-KM3100 Wired Standard Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($11.68 @ DirectCanada)
Total: $1034.31
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-10 23:20 EST-0500

just over CA$1000

you have an ssd, a 1050 for middleweight 1080p gaming if you want it (most games on high settings and 40-60fps. 1080p monitor with speakers, windows, keyboard and mouse

 

[elfenproxy]

Great! Thanks guys, I'm almost ordering the parts. I've got a stupid question... will I need access to a cd/dvd reader to install the components' drivers? O_O!!

 

[ScrewySqrl]

not these days. Most drivers for at least a basic bootup are in windows, or online at windows update. you can then go to the manufacturers webside and download the very latest drivers

 

[elfenproxy]

Do I need to add a wifi card if I want to use my wifi printer? I think that's my last question

 

[Hellfire13]

You can install drivers either through usb stick or manufacturer website if you dont have a optical drive.
And you will need a wi-fi card for using wifi. You can also use a usb dongle for the same. Relatively inexpensive these days.