Guide Request to suggest a desktop for office/work/OTT (media) purpose (budget 50k)

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Hi everyone,

My existing machine went kaput after nearly 16 years of smooth functioning (maybe because of the VX450). However, now I am trying to re-build a new setup and hence will only be using the existing components as follow:

1) Crucial MX 500 (500 gb) as additional HDD for storage
2) Kb/Mouse (wireless)

Usage: Majority of the usage will be work related (finance/excel/internet research etc) and balance entertainment (OTT/HD movies/music etc). I wont be playing much/any games except maybe old school titles such as CS 1.6/AOE.

Requirement: Everything that’s required for desktop setup (except the existing two items mentioned above).

Budget: Around Rs.50,000/- (fifty thousand) excluding Monitor (additional budget of Rs.15000/-). If required, I can increase the range to include critical components that might improve reliability factor.

Few additional points:
* I want reliability & speed (for multi tasking) as priority. Hence, would prefer quality components (I generally keep the system for a decade on average).
* MOBO + Cabinet should have multiple slots for USB (incl. type c), hdmi, headphone jacks, Inbuilt WiFi, Bluetooth (good range/strength), and would prefer if the cabinet is of smaller size to take limited space on my desk (I can’t keep the system behind/on floor or side). Need no side lights/transparent panels to avoid distraction/late evening working.
* Desktop might run for 12-15 hours a day.
* Heard a lot of good things about preferring 990 Pro over SN770, however, I would like to have everyone’s view on it.
* For monitor, I want sturdy stand/screen which do not wobble (old LG monitor used to shake when the fan just above it was at top speed). I Would prefer 24 or 27’ type large screen for splitting the excel window for simultaneous working. If there’s an audio jack for using headphones (for temporary usage) then all good, but not a must. Again, wont be gaming but just for work + movies (FHD). There’s direct sunlight that falls near the desk, hence might need something like IPS maybe?
* Need a suggestion wrt buying MS 11 (latest windows OS) or continue with existing structure of arrangements? Also how much will it cost to buy one and from where?
* I’ll be buying from Lamington/Mumbai market, and would find it easier if the seller does the wiring/assembling work as he’ll be able to neatly place cables for efficient airflow. Do suggest a good place for this.

Thanks once again and apologies for such a long post/requirements.
 
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for Reliability will suggest Intel i5-12400, for other components & good price suggestions please wait some time ....

Any seller at Lemington (I prefer PrimeABGB for Genuine/Original Parts and Warranty Support but it might little higher in price side) will assemble system for you either for free or for Rs.500/- extra
 
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This is the best I was able to come up with under 50k. I could have gone with amd, but the good motherboards under 15k don't seem to be in stock online
And having a motherboard above 15k, will lead the total cost to be above 60k

You can choose the ssd you want. I don't think you would really need the Samsung 990 pro. And I have been hearing about issues in samsung ssds recently.

WD 770, or even wd580 would be good enough for your usage.

I haven't done much research regarding monitors, so let someone else suggest it

 
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50K is a good budget for an office PC without GPU. I thinking you should get a processor like Ryzen 7600 (or 7600x, the x variant doesn't come with stock cooler thus needs aftermarket cooler) or an Intel 14400 both of which come with integrated graphics so no need for a dedicated GPU.

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Get more RAM (buy same stick) or more Storage whichever you prefer more.
Saaz said:
This is the best I was able to come up with under 50k. I could have gone with amd, but the good motherboards under 15k don't seem to be in stock online
And having a motherboard above 15k, will lead the total cost to be above 60k

You can choose the ssd you want. I don't think you would really need the Samsung 990 pro. And I have been hearing about issues in samsung ssds recently.

WD 770, or even wd580 would be good enough for your usage.

I haven't done much research regarding monitors, so let someone else suggest it

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You forgot to include storage in the budget. Also that PSU is rated C in SPL's PSU tier list and OP doesn't need that big of a PSU. 500W is more than enough which is why I suggested ASUS TUF Gaming 550W Bronze SMPS TUF-GAMING-550B (Rated B)
 
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Saaz said:
This is the best I was able to come up with under 50k. I could have gone with amd, but the good motherboards under 15k don't seem to be in stock online
And having a motherboard above 15k, will lead the total cost to be above 60k

You can choose the ssd you want. I don't think you would really need the Samsung 990 pro. And I have been hearing about issues in samsung ssds recently.

WD 770, or even wd580 would be good enough for your usage.

I haven't done much research regarding monitors, so let someone else suggest it

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Thanks for your suggestion.


If I increase my budget by 10-15k, then what would you suggest wrt MOBO+CPU combo (still wont need GPU and no gaming).
 
For your use case, a NUC or mini PC is probably the best solution, especially if it is for office use and isn’t going to be upgraded often. The spec at 50k would be quite good compared to some of the suggestions here.

I have also been using the 990 Pro for several months now and would recommend picking up the loose ones sold here. I also have a SN770 in the same system and that runs much hotter while being inferior in performance.
 
t3chg33k said:
For your use case, a NUC or mini PC is probably the best solution, especially if it is for office use and isn’t going to be upgraded often. The spec at 50k would be quite good compared to some of the suggestions here.

I have also been using the 990 Pro for several months now and would recommend picking up the loose ones sold here. I also have a SN770 in the same system and that runs much hotter while being inferior in performance.
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I wont be upgrading much. It is for regular account works, regular software, internet usage, printing/pdf/word edits, movies/ott/music etc.

Do suggest few of these options as I want to use the system on continuous basis hence need reliability/quality components. Thanks once again for the help.
 
Minisforum usually has the best options and you could theoretically import one like this using the Desertcart Premium trial for which the cost would be less than what’s displayed.


I have personally not had a great experience with Electroniks India but they also have some decent options.
www.electroniksindia.com

Jupiter by SkullSaints – Intel Core Ultra 5 135H, 14 Cores, 18 Threads, Arc Graphics, DDR5, PCIe 4.0, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, Ai Optimized Mini PC

Founded by an IIM Grad in 2018, ElectroniksIndia provide top quality branded products at cheapest prices with upto 1 YEAR in-India warranty. All our products are 100% original and authentic , shipped directly from our warehouses to our customer's doorstop.
www.electroniksindia.com www.electroniksindia.com

Otherwise, you can pick up a barebones from Lamington Road, though the PrimeABGB prices are higher.
 
t3chg33k said:
Minisforum usually has the best options and you could theoretically import one like this using the Desertcart Premium trial for which the cost would be less than what’s displayed.


I have personally not had a great experience with Electroniks India but they also have some decent options.
www.electroniksindia.com

Jupiter by SkullSaints – Intel Core Ultra 5 135H, 14 Cores, 18 Threads, Arc Graphics, DDR5, PCIe 4.0, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, Ai Optimized Mini PC

Founded by an IIM Grad in 2018, ElectroniksIndia provide top quality branded products at cheapest prices with upto 1 YEAR in-India warranty. All our products are 100% original and authentic , shipped directly from our warehouses to our customer's doorstop.
www.electroniksindia.com www.electroniksindia.com

Otherwise, you can pick up a barebones from Lamington Road, though the PrimeABGB prices are higher.
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Maybe it's just me but its still a worse deal than building a PC from parts I suggested earlier. Priced at 54K INR (or maybe 52K after discount) and they can't even put a 32GB RAM + 1 TB SSD in it. No info about what SSD it has and only 4 USB ports all which are USB 2.0 so forget about speed.
Only get it if you have space issues.
 
Since your PC is purely for office usage, I'd suggest going the APU route and picking up the Ryzen 8500G (AM5) with at least 32GB of DDR5 memory.

For the rest of the components, it's pretty much standard:
  • Corsair CX550 for the PSU, since your overall build is already power efficient.
  • WD SN7100 (newer and efficient version of the SN770) 1TB for the storage would be enough, since you already have a 500GB drive.
  • Lian Li A3 for the chassis - specifically suggested this for its industrial looks, small form-factor, and no RGB distractions.
Here's a screenshot of the build (all prices are from Vedant Computers):

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Lastly, moving on to the monitor, I'd suggest getting the LG Ultragear 24GS65F: https://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B0DPQWPQN2 | Comes with swivel, tilt, pivot, and height adjustment - all the things you expect in an office monitor.
 
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