Need PC Build Tips

EightImmortals on 05/07/2024 - 13:35

Man it's been a couple of years since I last built one and I'm feeling so out of the loop.

I just need to build a half-decent PC for Desktop stuff, Office, browsing, email etc. Can probably get away with inbuilt GPU, should I look at the AMD 5600G or an Intel offering? i3 or i5? Will be running a 32" monitor (looking at an LG one atm), again, no gaming.

A mid sized case without all the rgb bling and without tons of fans would be good as well.

Also what motherboard should I look at? I guess it needs to be one that run Windows 11 so needs to have TPM 2? Is that a physical thing or a BIOS thing?

Suggestions appreciated. :)

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Comments

  • Muzeeb on 05/07/2024 - 13:46

    Need PC Build Tips

    My tip is to get yourself some left handed screwdrivers. Makes life so much easier.

    • EightImmortals on 05/07/2024 - 13:51
      +1

      Cheers, already have a heap of those.

    • YeemaiI on 05/07/2024 - 13:53
      +1

      Don't forget the wireless anti static wrist straps while you're at it!

      • EightImmortals on 05/07/2024 - 14:03
        +1

        They were out of stock so I ordered a couple of cans of elbow grease instead.

  • JownehFixIT on 05/07/2024 - 13:51

    Honestly way cheaper and easier to get a PC builder to put one together for you with 3 years warranty. There are a lot on here, so just search within your budget.

  • DGrayson82 on 05/07/2024 - 13:52

    Budget?

    • EightImmortals on 05/07/2024 - 14:02

      Under a grand I guess, it's actually for someone else and I'm just doing the legwork/setup for them.

  • barge-in hunter on 05/07/2024 - 14:01

    The 5600g is a reasonable CPU - however the newer generation iGPUs are very capable.

    For example, the 7xxm that's built into the mobile 7xxx and desktop 8xxxG series Ryzen models can trades blows with a GTX1650-ish. I'd recommend something like this as it's the current generation with a DDR5 board - allowing for more upgradability.

    But - the 5600g is definitely at a good price point, so if budget is tight, that's a reasonable option.

    • EightImmortals on 05/07/2024 - 14:04

      Which W11 motherboard to pair with it? Has to have TPM 2 I guess?

      • ihfree on 05/07/2024 - 14:30
        +1

        Any motherboard that supports the 5600G/7XXX/8XXXG should work. If building a new system, the 5600G would typically be paired with a B550-based mobo.

        • barge-in hunter on 05/07/2024 - 15:05

          Agreed - as above.

          FWIW, personally I would skip the "A" series motherboards as they usually only have 1 x NVME slot, and 2 x RAM slots - and sometimes subpar power delivery.

          I would suggest a "B650" series board for the extra expansion capabilities. From there, as long as you're going for a brand name like Gigabyte, Asus, MSI, Asrock etc - then you should be fine. The only reason I'd go up from their base model B650 boards is if I wanted extra NVME slots, RAM slots, or built in wifi etc etc.

  • jv on 05/07/2024 - 15:06
    -4

    Need PC Build Tips

    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/854866

  • FezMonkey on 05/07/2024 - 15:21

    Can anybody share their experiences building their first PC? Is it hard to do for a first-timer? Risky?
    What little bits and pieces would one need to buy in addition to the obvious hardware?

    • mu11yy on 05/07/2024 - 15:51

      My first time was frustratingly difficult, however after a few builds I got more comfortable with it. In terms of extra pieces, I would say the bare minimum is at least one screwdriver and some thermal paste.

    • ihfree on 05/07/2024 - 16:09

      Built by first PC a long time ago so can't answer it properly.

      Based on trouble shooting and my last builds

      • Don't cheap out on the PSU
      • Consider QOL such as noise

      What little bits and pieces would one need to buy in addition to the obvious hardware?

      Cable ties if you care about cable management. That said, I still haven't got back to doing proper cable management on my last build that I did about 5 years ago.

  • pharkurnell on 05/07/2024 - 16:45

    worth checking this.
    https://www.nebulapc.com.au/products/sage $899 ready to go.

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