As cheap as it gets

[Webkitnote]

I cannot really use the 5-step guidance given in other topic. This is unique case.

 

What I need is, a mini-computer that can run, Windows 7, it needs to support OpenGL 3.0 (and down), DirectX 9/10/11 (for games).

Requirements are:

- The video output has to have VGA (cheapest monitor).

- I need to be able to connect Ethernet cable (10Mbps is fine).

- Support for SSD 2.5".

- 2 USB ports (for mouse and keyboard)

 

Processor power and graphical power don't matter a lot, it can also be case-less as long as set-up

will give at least 30FPS with lowest settings in games like League of Legends and CS:GO on 720p.

 

Is it doable for under 200 USD or should he go for a NUC?

[TheRandomness]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD A8-7600 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($71.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Motherboard: Asus A68HM-E Micro ATX FM2+ Motherboard  ($39.88 @ OutletPC) 
Memory: Panram Falcon 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory  ($27.99 @ NCIX US) 
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($46.33 @ Amazon) 
Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply  ($29.99 @ NCIX US) 
Total: $216.18
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-12 14:41 EDT-0400

 

Make a case out of cardboard. This is the absolute cheapest I'd dare go.

[Webkitnote]

2 minutes ago, TheRandomness said:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD A8-7600 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($71.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Motherboard: Asus A68HM-E Micro ATX FM2+ Motherboard  ($39.88 @ OutletPC) 
Memory: Panram Falcon 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory  ($27.99 @ NCIX US) 
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($46.33 @ Amazon) 
Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply  ($29.99 @ NCIX US) 
Total: $216.18
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-12 14:41 EDT-0400

 

Make a case out of cardboard. This is the absolute cheapest I'd dare go.

What the heck is a cardboard

Thanks anyways!

[Energycore]

3 minutes ago, Webkitnote said:

I cannot really use the 5-step guidance given in other topic. This is unique case.

 

What I need is, a mini-computer that can run, Windows 7, it needs to support OpenGL 3.0 (and down), DirectX 9/10/11 (for games).

Requirements are:

- The video output has to have VGA (cheapest monitor).

- I need to be able to connect Ethernet cable (10Mbps is fine).

- Support for SSD 2.5".

- 2 USB ports (for mouse and keyboard)

 

Processor power and graphical power don't matter a lot, it can also be case-less as long as set-up

will give at least 30FPS with lowest settings in games like League of Legends and CS:GO on 720p.

 

Is it doable for under 200 USD or should I go for a NUC?

This is without storage

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Pentium G4400 3.3GHz Dual-Core Processor  ($59.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI H110M Pro-VD Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($46.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Crucial 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory  ($27.99 @ Adorama)
Case: Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($29.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Antec Basiq 350W ATX Power Supply  ($33.59 @ Amazon)
Total: $198.54
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-12 14:43 EDT-0400

 

But you could literally shove the case and throw a 320GB HDD in there.

[Nathat23]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD Athlon 5370 2.2GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($47.98 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: MSI AM1I Mini ITX AM1 Motherboard  ($31.88 @ OutletPC)
Memory: PNY Anarchy 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($24.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Silicon Power Silm S55 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($34.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Cooler Master Elite 110 Mini ITX Tower Case  ($32.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 430W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply  ($19.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $192.81
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-12 14:45 EDT-0400

[pagani123]

ohh this sounds like an interesting challenge 

[Energycore]

Actually I like this better

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD 5350 2.05Ghz Quad-Core Processor  ($36.98 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock AM1B-ITX Mini ITX AM1 Motherboard  ($34.99 @ Micro Center)
Memory: PNY Anarchy 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($24.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: A-Data Premier SP550 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($35.49 @ NCIX US)
Case: Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($29.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA 430W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply  ($29.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $192.43
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-12 14:47 EDT-0400