Simple machine. $500 Max
I have a 7 year old laptop that is barely hanging to life at this point. There's a sticker on it that says intel core i5 and that's basically all I know about it.
All I'm going to use my PC for is some moderate programmiing (R, python), thinkorswim, and watching youtube/twitch. I would like dual monitor capability. A series of fortunate events has led me to have this graphics card: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA9AX43K3032
I dont know if that can be used in the build, but I have it. I will not be gaming on this PC. Ideally, I would like to not spend $500, but if I need to I will.
Posted Aug 9, 2016, 2:37 AM UTC
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That GPU can not be used to play games, Nvidia used to take the absolute scrap silicon that only had 1 or 2 working CUs on them and sell them as the x10 series, they can barely play Youtube videos. This is the kinda junk they'd bulk sell to Dell to put in Granny's web browser so they could slap the Nvidia name on the front. They haven't bothered with that in a couple generations because they're such an embarrassment of a product. $500 is about right for a fresh build right now, this is around a 1080p high detail sweet spot. Anything smaller than this is barely worth buying since it wont feel much better than an older i5 laptop.
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I don't think a gpu is necessary. The igpu in the i3 can handle 2 1080p displays
I am not very literate when it comes to computer stuff. What exactly do you mean? Video card is not necessary?
If you dont plan on gaming then you dont need a video card (the gtx 950). The integrated gpu in the i3 6100 is more than sufficient for dual monitors. You could save that $140 and use it for a better cpu (i5 6500) or add a 1tb hard drive (WD blue for $50) and also buy a better case.
this is a better computer for your purpose
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you could save another $90 if you choose the i3 6100.
Thank you for your help! I only see 1 HDMI port on the Motherboard. Im obviously missing something, I just dont know what. I have 2 monitors with HDMI cords and one HDMI to DVI converter thing. I can use both of these monitors with this motherboard?
The gpu is not necessary at all here. HD graphics 530 is actually pretty powerful and can run some games on low setting nowadays. OP can even upgrade to an i5-6500 with the money saved.
TIL.
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