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Thank you guys for the suggestions. Much Appreciated! I guess it makes sense to go for the 7700 and spend some extra money to get better memory.

I am planning to upgrade my desktop after more than 10 years now. I would be using it primarily for software development. I generally work off of docker containers, have multiple instances of IDEs running and some browser tabs open. I plan to keep this new setup for at least 7-8 years from now and hence would like to future proof it somewhat. I won't be gaming currently but may occasionally game in the future (though not heavily). I am planning to get only the CPU, memory and motherboard as I have the other components already. Here is what I have in mind: Memory: Crucial Pro 32GB (2*16) 6000MHZ Motherboard: MSI B650M Gaming Wifi I am confused between the Ryzen 8700G ($329) and the 7700 ($284). The 8700G has better graphics (which might be enough for my light gaming in the future?) but has limited PCI lanes which might not be the best option if I want to add a dedicated GPU later (at least 4-5 years down the line). On the other hand, 7700 is cheaper by $45, double the L3 cache (32MB) than 8700G (16MB) and also has better support for a GPU down the line. Do you think the 7700's extra L3 cache would help my workload? The 8700G is the max I can stretch my budget to. I also don't want to get the AM4 platform even if it provides me better value since I will be keeping this setup for a long time. I would appreciate any suggestions on 8700G vs 7700 for my workload. Thank you!

Just a small doubt. I couldn't find the prices that you have mentioned for the ThinkPad models. Could you please send a link.

Thanks for the help! Will look into your recommendations.

I will be using the laptop for programming. I will also be using android studio and some heavy software.

What do you think about the acer model?

The HP and acer models already have a SSD. You can add a m.2 SSD in the Dell Model. SSDs have become way cheaper. You can get a 240GB SSD for around 2300INR

Could you be more specific as to why you prefer a lenovo?

I am looking to buy a new laptop during the Black Friday sale. I am confused between a number of laptops and would like to get your suggestions.. HP 17t : https://store.hp.com/us/en/pdp/hp-laptop-17t-7gz70av-1?jumpid=adscan Price= $580 This looks like the best deal but my only concern being the user reviews. I could not find a lot of reviews apart from those on the HP website. This is a 17" laptop and hence I am a little worried about its portability. HP Pavilion 15 Z: https://store.hp.com/us/en/pdp/hp-pavilion-laptop-15z-5mu54av-1?jumpid=adscan Price= $590 This also looks like a good deal. This is a 15" laptop and hence no problems with its portability. But not sure if i can compare the Ryzen 7's performance with that of the i7 coupled with the Radeon 530 4GB in previous model. Acer Aspire 5: https://www.newegg.com/charcoal-black-acer-aspire-5-a515-54g-70tz-mainstream/p/N82E16834316759?Item=34-316-759&Tpk=34-316-759&cm_sp=2019-_-BlackFriday-_-Eflyer-_-34-316-759 Price= $600 This model is pretty popular and has many reviews. This seems to be a well balanced config. But i feel i am missing out on the 16GB of ram from the previous two models. I am kind of inclined towards the 17" HP. The only problems being the lack of user reviews and the screen size. All suggestions are welcome. Thank You!

https://www.amazon.in/HP-14-inch-Laptop-Windows-14q-cs0023TU/dp/B07X7JH41Q/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&aaxitk=UeA626pGj-jihARPsgyRLA&hsa_cr_id=8400626350602 https://www.amazon.in/Acer-A315-54-15-6-inch-Notebook-Processor/dp/B07XJNH5Z9/ref=sxin_2_ac_d_rm?ac_md=0-0-YWNlciBsYXB0b3A%3D-ac_d_rm&crid=11FEMNJIVA55X&keywords=acer+laptop&pd_rd_i=B07XJNH5Z9&pd_rd_r=bb44b8db-cfc1-47ea-bdbe-80ef815d9149&pd_rd_w=lrlqP&pd_rd_wg=uhWgp&pf_rd_p=aef9415f-16f8-4be2-9ed4-065b92d5b4d1&pf_rd_r=BXXAY15X8AM7AJW27H3P&psc=1&qid=1574354035&sprefix=acer+%2Caps%2C305 https://www.flipkart.com/dell-vostro-3000-core-i5-8th-gen-8-gb-1-tb-hdd-linux-vos-3480-laptop/p/itmed5c096351968?pid=COMFJRET3CKW4BNW&srno=s_1_10&otracker=search&otracker1=search&lid=LSTCOMFJRET3CKW4BNWQEIAWV&fm=SEARCH&iid=c64810f4-94fc-45c1-9d97-9e32130234eb.COMFJRET3CKW4BNW.SEARCH&ppt=sp&ppn=sp&ssid=3nzzxfm3400000001574354183929&qH=312f91285e048e09 - Would recomend this one. You can add a SSD later on.

PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/DPNt3b Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/DPNt3b/by_merchant/ CPU: Intel - Core i5-8600K 3.6GHz 6-Core Processor ($238.99 @ Amazon) CPU Cooler: Cooler Master - Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($27.89 @ OutletPC) Motherboard: MSI - Z370-A PRO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($100.56 @ Newegg) Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($76.99 @ Newegg) Storage: Western Digital - Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($43.90 @ OutletPC) Video Card: MSI - GeForce GTX 1070 Ti 8GB Video Card ($459.99 @ Newegg) Case: NZXT - S340 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($59.99 @ SuperBiiz) Power Supply: EVGA - SuperNOVA G2 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ B&H) Total: $1068.30 Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-06-14 13:22 EDT-0400 You could add an ssd later. Overall, this should be a good performer

I would personally prefer the seasonic ones

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant CPU: AMD - Ryzen 5 1600 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor (£194.16 @ Ebuyer) CPU Cooler: Cooler Master - Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler (£23.97 @ Ebuyer) Motherboard: Gigabyte - GA-AB350-GAMING 3 ATX AM4 Motherboard (£102.00 @ Aria PC) Memory: ADATA - XPG Z1 16GB (4 x 4GB) DDR4-2800 Memory (£89.92 @ Amazon UK) Storage: Western Digital - Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive (£41.88 @ Aria PC) Video Card: EVGA - GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB SC GAMING Video Card (£214.74 @ CCL Computers) Case: NZXT - S340 (Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case (£66.93 @ CCL Computers) Power Supply: EVGA - SuperNOVA G2 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply (£83.99 @ Amazon UK) Operating System: Microsoft - Windows 8.1 OEM 64-bit (£84.99 @ Amazon UK) Total: £902.58 Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-05-20 17:40 BST+0100 More performance, lesser price!!

Looks dope!

Haven't heard about the SU800 but the sp550 are pretty good ones..