Budget: 49-70K for a server (Xeon-based processor) or high-end desktop processor

[invisiblebond]

Please help me find the right completely built tower or desktop PC model

Brand Preference: Dell, Lenovo, HP

Workload: Tally, KDK Software, Excel

Number of computers connected: 14

If I lean toward a high-end desktop processor (if there's a model within the current price range), what factors should I consider regarding heat and cooling?

 

[Desmond]

Why not try setting up in the cloud? Might be cheaper to get started?

 

[invisiblebond]

"No to clouding for the time being. Dell starts at 81,000, so 70K is outdated

Regarding Dell or Lenovo, which one will you select?

Dell T40 motherboard failed exactly after 3 years. Forgot to take extended warranty. Darn

 

[Desmond]

Both are good IMO. Just check which one gives better support.

 

[omega44-xt]

Not much idea of servers or how much CPU power you need.

An i5 12400 or R5 5600G is the minimum I'd recommend for a new PC even for basic usage, considering the pace at which CPU performance is going up & even basic usage is becoming more resource intensive with time (see how heavy youtube's website is). 16GB RAM is the minimum you should target.

Build for 40k:
pcpricetracker.in/b/s/e183887c-50d7-4320-97a1-1ffee38f8fd0

Build for 65k:
pcpricetracker.in/b/s/443549ed-cbd3-414b-b2f7-e95d8053b651
Check if mobo supports BIOS update w/o a CPU.