New Computer For My Grandparents

[mcdill3]

Budget (including currency): $800 - $900 US

Country: US

Games, programs or workloads that it will be used for: Would be used for basic web browsing, video conferencing, and minor computer games (Solitaire, Mahjong, etc.)

Other details (existing parts lists, whether any peripherals are needed, what you're upgrading from, when you're going to buy, what resolution and refresh rate you want to play at, etc): 

My grandparents are currently using an HP All-In-One 22-3016 computer and it has been struggling to run properly the last couple years. I took a look at what I might be able to upgrade in their computer but the only thing I can upgrade is the RAM according to Crucial's PC scanner. I decided that it was time to upgrade their computer to where hopefully they won't have any issues and would run at decent speeds between applications. I didn't want to get them another All-In-One because I like the fact that I can upgrade any parts in a build I did myself. I believe the parts that I chose would work for them but wanted to check with the Pro's before buying anything . I plan on using the integrated graphics on the CPU, since they won't be doing any sort of major gaming. Just looking for clarity on if the parts I chose would be a good fit or if I need to change things around and go for a different approach.

 

Parts I chose for the build: https://newegg.io/ac24c12

CPU: Intel Core i5-11600K Rocket Lake 6-Core 3.9 GHz LGA 1200 125W BX8070811600K Desktop Processor Intel UHD Graphics 750

Motherboard: MSI Z590-A PRO LGA 1200 Intel Z590 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel Motherboard

RAM: Crucial Ballistix 3600 MHz DDR4 DRAM Desktop Gaming Memory Kit 16GB (8GBx2) CL16 BL2K8G36C16U4B (BLACK)

Storage: Crucial P2 500GB 3D NAND NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD Up to 2300 MB/s - CT500P2SSD8

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition CPU Air Cooler, Silencio FP120 Fan, 4 CDC 2.0 Heatpipes, Anodized Gun-Metal Black, Brushed Nickel Fins for AMD Ryzen/Intel LGA1200/1151

Power Supply: MSI MPG A750GF 750W ATX 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Full Modular Active PFC Power Supply

Case: Phanteks Eclipse P300 PH-EC300PTG_BK Black Steel Chassis, Tempered Glass Window ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

 

Any help would be much appreciated. Thank you!

[Electronics Wizardy]

This seems like way overkill to me here. Id get a non overclocking board, a i3, use the stock cooler.

[Bombastinator]

3 minutes ago, mcdill3 said:

Budget (including currency): $800 - $900 US

Country: US

Games, programs or workloads that it will be used for: Would be used for basic web browsing, video conferencing, and minor computer games (Solitaire, Mahjong, etc.)

Other details (existing parts lists, whether any peripherals are needed, what you're upgrading from, when you're going to buy, what resolution and refresh rate you want to play at, etc): 

My grandparents are currently using an HP All-In-One 22-3016 computer and it has been struggling to run properly the last couple years. I took a look at what I might be able to upgrade in their computer but the only thing I can upgrade is the RAM according to Crucial's PC scanner. I decided that it was time to upgrade their computer to where hopefully they won't have any issues and would run at decent speeds between applications. I didn't want to get them another All-In-One because I like the fact that I can upgrade any parts in a build I did myself. I believe the parts that I chose would work for them but wanted to check with the Pro's before buying anything . I plan on using the integrated graphics on the CPU, since they won't be doing any sort of major gaming. Just looking for clarity on if the parts I chose would be a good fit or if I need to change things around and go for a different approach.

 

Parts I chose for the build: https://newegg.io/ac24c12

CPU: Intel Core i5-11600K Rocket Lake 6-Core 3.9 GHz LGA 1200 125W BX8070811600K Desktop Processor Intel UHD Graphics 750

Motherboard: MSI Z590-A PRO LGA 1200 Intel Z590 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel Motherboard

RAM: Crucial Ballistix 3600 MHz DDR4 DRAM Desktop Gaming Memory Kit 16GB (8GBx2) CL16 BL2K8G36C16U4B (BLACK)

Storage: Crucial P2 500GB 3D NAND NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD Up to 2300 MB/s - CT500P2SSD8

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition CPU Air Cooler, Silencio FP120 Fan, 4 CDC 2.0 Heatpipes, Anodized Gun-Metal Black, Brushed Nickel Fins for AMD Ryzen/Intel LGA1200/1151

Power Supply: MSI MPG A750GF 750W ATX 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Full Modular Active PFC Power Supply

Case: Phanteks Eclipse P300 PH-EC300PTG_BK Black Steel Chassis, Tempered Glass Window ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

 

Any help would be much appreciated. Thank you!

Use list is all potato, and If they’re retired they don’t need a keyboard most of the time and you can attach one if needed with Bluetooth to a tablet.  What about one of those?

[Npiet1]

I would downgrade most that, they don't need 3600mhz or 16gb of ram. 2 x 8gb at 2666mhz would be more than enough, they don't need a 750w psu, 500w would be more than enough. Change the NVME to a standard sata SSD. Change the cpu to something less over kill like a ryzen 3200g and a $80 mobo.

You shouldn't be spending more than $600 at the most.

 

Also get a normal keyboard for like office use, they don't need that.

[Viper9]

You should buy them an iPad, no more support calls.

[resolve_beta]

57 minutes ago, mcdill3 said:

Budget (including currency): $800 - $900 US

Country: US

Games, programs or workloads that it will be used for: Would be used for basic web browsing, video conferencing, and minor computer games (Solitaire, Mahjong, etc.)

Other details (existing parts lists, whether any peripherals are needed, what you're upgrading from, when you're going to buy, what resolution and refresh rate you want to play at, etc): 

My grandparents are currently using an HP All-In-One 22-3016 computer and it has been struggling to run properly the last couple years. I took a look at what I might be able to upgrade in their computer but the only thing I can upgrade is the RAM according to Crucial's PC scanner. I decided that it was time to upgrade their computer to where hopefully they won't have any issues and would run at decent speeds between applications. I didn't want to get them another All-In-One because I like the fact that I can upgrade any parts in a build I did myself. I believe the parts that I chose would work for them but wanted to check with the Pro's before buying anything . I plan on using the integrated graphics on the CPU, since they won't be doing any sort of major gaming. Just looking for clarity on if the parts I chose would be a good fit or if I need to change things around and go for a different approach.

 

Parts I chose for the build: https://newegg.io/ac24c12

CPU: Intel Core i5-11600K Rocket Lake 6-Core 3.9 GHz LGA 1200 125W BX8070811600K Desktop Processor Intel UHD Graphics 750

Motherboard: MSI Z590-A PRO LGA 1200 Intel Z590 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel Motherboard

RAM: Crucial Ballistix 3600 MHz DDR4 DRAM Desktop Gaming Memory Kit 16GB (8GBx2) CL16 BL2K8G36C16U4B (BLACK)

Storage: Crucial P2 500GB 3D NAND NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD Up to 2300 MB/s - CT500P2SSD8

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition CPU Air Cooler, Silencio FP120 Fan, 4 CDC 2.0 Heatpipes, Anodized Gun-Metal Black, Brushed Nickel Fins for AMD Ryzen/Intel LGA1200/1151

Power Supply: MSI MPG A750GF 750W ATX 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Full Modular Active PFC Power Supply

Case: Phanteks Eclipse P300 PH-EC300PTG_BK Black Steel Chassis, Tempered Glass Window ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

 

Any help would be much appreciated. Thank you!

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/QbysDc 

this is perfect for light use and light gaming.

use old monitor

[Action_Johnson]

58 minutes ago, Viper9 said:

You should buy them an iPad, no more support calls.

Couldn't agree with this more, that's who iPad's are made for. 

[BlueChinchillaEatingDorito]

5 minutes ago, Action_Johnson said:

Couldn't agree with this more, that's who iPad's are made for. 

Plus you'll actually get a good camera for the money. Most sub $100 webcams are still potato quality. Hope OP likes grainy images of his grandparents because that's all he's gonna get going the PC route. 

[Somerandomtechyboi]

Tbh you can just buy a barebones deskmini x300, shove a 5600g, 16gb 3200mhz sodimm rams (8gb if you use linux), 500gb ssd (maybe the a80, a2000, sn750, etc.)

 

Still overkill asf but i guess itll be decently futureproof

[mcdill3]

Thanks everyone for the comments. I would go with a tablet but they have the hardest times with their phones now and I don't see a tablet being any better for them. I think it has to do with the touchscreen and they don't realize you don't have to try and shove your finger through the screen. I will definitely change what I have to what some of you have suggested and stay closer to that $500 range. Was trying to go for more of a computer that could last them the next 10+ years.

 

Thank you again!

[GeorgeMKane]

Went for a more reasonable build here. Not 100% sure about the keyboard & mouse combo. I'm sure you can find better options for around the same price though, just by going in a Best Buy or MicroCenter or something. Mount 2 of the extra fans at the front (as intake fans), and 1 at the top of the case (as an exhaust fan).

 

Hope it helps!

 

EDIT: Forgot the case fan splitter. You'll need that.

 

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/Q2FwdD

CPU: Intel Core i5-10400 2.9 GHz 6-Core Processor  ($164.99 @ Adorama)
CPU Cooler: be quiet! Pure Rock 2 Black CPU Cooler  ($44.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI MAG B560M MORTAR WIFI Micro ATX LGA1200 Motherboard  ($179.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory  ($73.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Blue SN550 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive  ($99.99 @ Walmart)
Case: Thermaltake Versa H17 MicroATX Mini Tower Case  ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair RM (2019) 650 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply  ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Case Fan: Corsair AF120 (2018) 52 CFM 120 mm Fans 3-Pack  ($33.99 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Logitech MK320 Wireless Standard Keyboard With Optical Mouse  ($27.99 @ Best Buy)
Custom: 3 to 1 PWM case fan splitter ($7.99)
$783.81

 

If you don't like that case, you can probably go with the Meshify C Mini  instead.

 

[BlueChinchillaEatingDorito]

57 minutes ago, GeorgeMKane said:

Went for a more reasonable build here. Not 100% sure about the keyboard & mouse combo. I'm sure you can find better options for around the same price though, just by going in a Best Buy or MicroCenter or something. Mount 2 of the extra fans at the front (as intake fans), and 1 at the top of the case (as an exhaust fan).

 

Hope it helps!

 

EDIT: Forgot the case fan splitter. You'll need that.

 

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/Q2FwdD

CPU: Intel Core i5-10400 2.9 GHz 6-Core Processor  ($164.99 @ Adorama)
CPU Cooler: be quiet! Pure Rock 2 Black CPU Cooler  ($44.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI MAG B560M MORTAR WIFI Micro ATX LGA1200 Motherboard  ($179.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory  ($73.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Blue SN550 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive  ($99.99 @ Walmart)
Case: Thermaltake Versa H17 MicroATX Mini Tower Case  ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair RM (2019) 650 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply  ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Case Fan: Corsair AF120 (2018) 52 CFM 120 mm Fans 3-Pack  ($33.99 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Logitech MK320 Wireless Standard Keyboard With Optical Mouse  ($27.99 @ Best Buy)
Custom: 3 to 1 PWM case fan splitter ($7.99)
$783.81

 

If you don't like that case, you can probably go with the Meshify C Mini  instead.

 

Bruh that's basically a gaming PC minus a GPU. That's still overkill for the use case at hand. That'll put most office machines to shame. 

[GeorgeMKane]

5 hours ago, BlueChinchillaEatingDorito said:

Bruh that's basically a gaming PC minus a GPU. That's still overkill for the use case at hand. That'll put most office machines to shame. 

Did you read the first post? They want to do light gaming too, as well as last for quite some time. This is a fantastic build for both.

 

As for putting most office machines to shame... That's actually a huge bonus of building it yourself. You get better parts that last longer than any old office desktop that you'll find at a retail store. Plus with office machines, it's difficult to swap parts sometimes. Not when you build it yourself though.