MULTIMEDIA PC @25k

[Feluda]

1. What is the purpose of the
computer? (Note: If you are
planning to say multimedia, you
will have to be more specific as
all types of systems are capable
of doing that)
A: Multimedia, watching HD Movies
2. Are you open to alternate
ideas/products giving similar
better performance but offering
more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A: Yes
3. What is your MAX budget?
A: 25k
4. Planning to overclock?
A: Not now
5. Which OS are you planning to
use?
A: win7 ultimate 64bit
6. How much hard drive space is
needed?
A: 500 Gb
7. What resolution will the
screen run at & whats the size of
the screen you want? If you
already want have one and want
to use it, mention its resolution
and size.
A: 1920x1080 Full HD, LED, 21.5"
8. How would you rate your
hardware knowledge from the
count of 1-10? (1 being the
lowest, 5 being you are
somewhat in sync with the
current performers and 10 being
the highest)
A: 6
9. Have you ever built a desktop
before or will this be done by an
assembler?
A: No
10. When are you planning to
buy the system?
A: Next august
11. Are you one of the types
looking out for "future proof"
configurations?
A: Yes. At least 2 year
12. Are there going to be any
components that you don't want
to include in this new rig? If yes,
do mention.
A: Yes, speakers
13. Which city do you live in and
are you open to buying from
shops from other city/states?
A: Kolkata
14. Mention any other points if
deemed necessary
A:

 

[Jaskanwar Singh]

my suggestion -

Component | Make | Price Processor |AMD Phenom II x4 840|4800
Motherboard |Gigabyte GA-880GM-UD2H|4000
RAM |G.Skill F3-10666CL9S-2GBNQ|1100
HDD |Seagate 500GB 7200.12|1900
DVD Writer |LG 22X SATA DVD|900
PSU |FSP saga II 500W|2000
Case |Zebronics Bijli (w/o psu)|1000
Monitor |Benq G2220HD|7000
Keyboard & Mouse |Logitech MK100|500
UPS |Microtek 600VA|1200
Speakers |Logitech Z313|1000
| Total |25400

 

[comp@ddict]

Athlon II X3 445 3.1GHz @ 3.4k
MSI 880GM-E35 @ 3.5k
Corsair Vengeance 4GB @ 2k
BenQ G2220HD FULL HD LCD @ 7k
FSP Saga 400W @ 1.6k
CM Elite 310 @ 1.6k
Logitech Multimedia Combo @ 0.7k
LG 22x DVD RW @ 0.9k
Seagate 500GB HDD @ 1.8k


There you go!

 

[Cool Buddy]

I think Jaskanwar's suggestion is better. However, if you want to reduce the budget, get Athlon II X4 640 for 4.2-4.3k.
That motherboard's availability is an issue at some places. In that case either you can get comp@ddict's board or try Gigabyte 880GM USB3L @ 4.2k
If you don't plan on adding a GPU later on, 400w PSU from FSP will suffice.
If your sole purpose (or most important use) of the PC is watching movies, then try to fit in Logitech wireless combo @ 1k. I don't remember the model no. and logitech site is not opening, I'll edit later if I remember. I recommend this because you may normally sit a bit far from the PC while watching movies, wireless combo will come in handy

 

[Jaskanwar Singh]

I think Jaskanwar's suggestion is better. However, if you want to reduce the budget, get Athlon II X4 640 for 4.2-4.3k.
That motherboard's availability is an issue at some places. In that case either you can get comp@ddict's board or try Gigabyte 880GM USB3L @ 4.2k
If you don't plan on adding a GPU later on, 400w PSU from FSP will suffice.
If your sole purpose (or most important use) of the PC is watching movies, then try to fit in Logitech wireless combo @ 1k. I don't remember the model no. and logitech site is not opening, I'll edit later if I remember. I recommend this because you may normally sit a bit far from the PC while watching movies, wireless combo will come in handy

amazing price!
GIGABYTE - Motherboard - Socket AM3+ - GA-880GM-USB3L (rev. 3.1)
confirm that its rev3.1. you get bulldozer support out of box.

and buddy 500w one is just 300~ more. and futureproof

 

[comp@ddict]

But is it worth spending 1.4k extra on getting the quad?

Remember, the Phenom II X4 840 is actually a Athlon II X4 @ 3.2Ghz.

The 3 cores should be sufficient for his needs, it saves some bucks too, and if lucky, he may get a unlocked QUAD also!

Multimedia, watching HD Movies

these are his requirements, so spending more on a better monitor would do him hell lot better don't you guys think?


BenQ G2222HDL LED @ 8.5k

 

[Jaskanwar Singh]

^well why take a chance with unlocking. he may get a Athlon II x4 635 @ 4k~. worth it imo and futureproof for just 0.8k more

 

[Cool Buddy]

Actually for movie viewing, the larger part of the budget should be allocated to Monitor and Speakers. But it is hard to fit everything within 25k.
I'd also suggest better Speakers, but monitor is OK for his budget.

 

[comp@ddict]

^well why take a chance with unlocking. he may get a Athlon II x4 635 @ 4k~. worth it imo and futureproof for just 0.8k more

future proof in th sense, watching movies?

I still stick to going for a cheaper overall config and better monitor!

 

[Jaskanwar Singh]

future proof in th sense, watching movies?

I still stick to going for a cheaper overall config and better monitor!

then why x3? an x2 will also suffice

 

[Symbianlover]

Athlon II X3 440-3200
Asus M4A78LT-M LE-2600
CORSAIR 2GB DDR3 1333MHZ-1100
Seagate 500GB-1700
BENQ G2220HD-7K
Zebronics Bijili w/o Smps-1.1k
vip 350watts-800
logitech multimedia combo-700
Lg 22x dvd writer-900
ups-microtek 600vA -1200

TOTAL 22.4 K

 

[saswat23]

The above config seems fine.
2GB is good, but 4GB will be a lot futureproof as this mobo has only 2 RAM slots.
IMO CM Elite 310 at 1.5k will be a better choice for its looks.
Rest of the config is fine..

 

[comp@ddict]

then why x3? an x2 will also suffice

cuz X3 "might" unlock, and the price difference is too low?

Hence, X3 falls on the highest VFM category.

 

[saswat23]

The rest amount could be used for a pair of good speakers. As posted above a wireless combo is best suited for a HTPC, Logitech Wireless combo at 1.2k will be a good choice too.

 

[Feluda]

Someone suggest me Intel based config.

 

[skeletor]

Someone suggest me Intel based config.

Spend more money.

 

[ashis_lakra]

even a used Core2Duo would suffice for your demands, and you can get a used computer within 12-13K.. and then buy a 24" Full HD monitor for your viewing experience

and get a good set of 5.1 channel speakers.. maybe satellite ones.

 

[hellknight]

^^ Really?? Core 2 Duo? Where will he find a Core 2 Duo? If you really want to go the Intel way, then get Intel Pentium Dual Core E5700 or E5xxx series chip, with compatible motherboard.. But I doubt it if it can handle HD videos.. get yourself an el cheapo GT 210 or similar..

 

[ashis_lakra]

he can opt for a used one.. and save some money and get a new graphic card within 3k budget. it would easily play HD videos.

 

[skeletor]

^^ don't trust Intel graphics to play HD/Full HD videos smoothly.

No point of going for Core 2 Duo.

Go for AMD Athlon II X4/X3 configurations suggested above. Much better. Onbooard graphics are also much better.