Cheap build to replace my mom's lame laptop
Been about 2 years since I built a PC, so I'm sure I'm behind the times. My mom needs a new desktop. Basic internet surfing, Netflix, and other streaming. No serious gaming. Only thing she wants is a small box. How's this build look?
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
| Type | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | AMD A6-5400K 3.6GHz Dual-Core Processor | $42.86 @ Amazon |
| Motherboard | Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-H Micro ATX FM2+ Motherboard | $49.99 @ Amazon |
| Memory | Crucial 4GB (1 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | $16.49 @ Amazon |
| Storage | Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $43.99 @ Amazon |
| Case | Silverstone PS08B (Black) MicroATX Mid Tower Case | $34.99 @ Amazon |
| Power Supply | Corsair CX 430W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply | $45.99 @ Amazon |
| Optical Drive | Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer | $21.25 @ Amazon |
| Wireless Network Adapter | Gigabyte GC-WB867D-I 802.11a/b/g/n/ac PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter | $32.99 @ Amazon |
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts | ||
| Total | $288.55 | |
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-04-19 23:12 EDT-0400 |
Posted Apr 20, 2016, 3:13 AM UTC
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Tbh it seems like you've done your homework. This looks good imo