[Build Ready] Mini-ITX build for a friend
Hey everyone, I'm helping build a computer for a friend who wants a smaller computer (and specifically requested the BitFenix prodigy case). looking at roughly $600-$700 for the budget including the monitor. Looking to use as a generic PC with moderate gaming.
Reusing a bluetooth keyboard and mouse, so I figured I'd get a mobo with that included since it was about the same price for a cheaper mobo with a dongle. The wifi is a plus, but not necessary. Otherwise, I just went with parts that looked like the best bang for the buck to meet the price range - let me know if there's anyone sees big improvements that I'm missing.
EDIT: Changed the power supply to 500W to better accommodate the graphics card.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
| Type | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Pentium G3258 3.2GHz Dual-Core Processor | $69.99 @ Newegg |
| Motherboard | ASRock H97M-ITX/AC Mini ITX LGA1150 Motherboard | $82.98 @ Newegg |
| Memory | Team Elite 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | $62.99 @ Newegg |
| Storage | PNY Optima 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $79.99 @ Newegg |
| Video Card | MSI Radeon R9 270X 2GB Video Card | $142.00 @ Newegg |
| Case | BitFenix Prodigy (Black) Mini ITX Tower Case | $59.99 @ Newegg |
| Power Supply | Corsair Builder 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply | $29.99 @ Newegg |
| Optical Drive | Asus DRW-24F1ST DVD/CD Writer | $14.99 @ Newegg |
| Monitor | Acer H236HLbid 60Hz 23.0" Monitor | $129.99 @ Newegg |
| Speakers | Logitech S120 2.3W 2ch Speakers | $8.93 @ Amazon |
| Total | ||
| Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available | $681.84 | |
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-10-19 16:46 EDT-0400 |
Posted Oct 19, 2014, 7:49 PM UTC · edited