Work Build

[MeatWallet]

I need some help putting together a built for work. I'm a golf pro and need a new computer to run some swing analysis software I'm going to pick up.

) What will you be doing with this PC? Work computer, will be needed to run several high FPS cameras for golf swings as well as the swing analysis program.

2) What's your budget? $600-$700 max, but the lower the better.

3) Which country do you live in? Pittsburgh, PA

4) What exact parts do you need for that budget? CPU, RAM, Case, video card, PSU Ethernet card for the cameras, DVD.

5) If reusing any parts, what parts will you be reusing? Mouse and keyboard.

6) Will you be overclocking? No.

7) What is the max resolution of your monitor? What size is it? 17" monitor but it's shared with 42" Samsung TV in the fitting/teaching bay.

8) When do you plan on building/buying the PC? ASAP

9) What features do you need in a motherboard? Firewire and USB 3.0 is all I can think of.

10) Do you already have a legit and reusable/transferable OS key/license? Yes, Windows 8 32 bit.

Here is the information the software company recommends.


Windows 7 / Windows 8 (32 or 64-bit)
Intel® Core™ i5/i7 3GHz Quad Core processor
4 GB system memory or more
7200RPM 1TB hard drive
3D-accelerated graphics card with 256 MB video memory
NVIDIA Geforce GTX 650 or better.
Onboard graphics (e.g Intel HD 3000/4000) are not recommended
24" Widescreen monitor with full HD (1080P) resolution.

Thanks for any help you can provide!

 

[Dangman]

Are you sure that you have Windows 8 32bit? If so, that means you will have to buy Windows 8 64bit as the software is recommending more than 4GB of RAM. 32bit won't let you use more than 3.5 to 3.75GB of RAM depending on the PC.

What cameras are you using?

 

[MeatWallet]

Yeah, it's 32 bit. I can buy 64 bit though, that isn't a problem.

Cameras will be Point Grey Flea 3 USB 3.0 cameras.

 

[xx9e02]

Yeah, it's 32 bit. I can buy 64 bit though, that isn't a problem.

Cameras will be Point Grey Flea 3 USB 3.0 cameras.

You can use your 32 bit license on a 64 bit install - you'll just need to get the 64 bit iso from Microsoft/elsewhere.

 

[Dangman]

IN that case, here's a prelim build:
$197 - Intel Core i5-4570 CPU
$105 - ASRock Z87 Extreme Intel Z87 ATX Motherboard
$70 - Corsair CMV8GX3M1A1600C11 8GB DDR3 1600 RAM
$120 - Gigabyte GV-N750OC-1GI GTX 750 1GB PCI-E Video Card
$55 - Seagate Barracuda ST1000DM003 1TB 7200 RPM SATA 6.0Gb/s Hard Drive
$21 - Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD Burner
$45 - Corsair 430CX V2 430W PSU
$60 - Corsair Carbide Series 200R ATX Case
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Total: $673 shipped.

 

[FrEaKy]

IN that case, here's a prelim build:
$197 - Intel Core i5-4570 CPU
$105 - ASRock Z87 Extreme Intel Z87 ATX Motherboard
$70 - Corsair CMV8GX3M1A1600C11 8GB DDR3 1600 RAM
$120 - Gigabyte GV-N750OC-1GI GTX 750 1GB PCI-E Video Card
$55 - Seagate Barracuda ST1000DM003 1TB 7200 RPM SATA 6.0Gb/s Hard Drive
$21 - Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD Burner
$45 - Corsair 430CX V2 430W PSU
$60 - Corsair Carbide Series 200R ATX Case
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Total: $673 shipped.

Price wise, you wont really be able to beat the quality/bangforbuck of this build. Agreed.

 

[MeatWallet]

Thanks guys!

 

[TinLizard]

Might as well get the i5-4590, it's effectively the same price.

Also, I think that mobo is a little bit too enthusiast level and you could do with something cheaper ($50-$70) with the H87 chipset instead of the Z87.

You can go cheaper on the case too (~$30) but that's an aesthetic consideration that you'll have to make for yourself. I personally prefer smaller and would go with an mATX build instead if you don't need the expansion room of the ATX. Example If it's going to be in full view of your customers though, I would take that into account.

If you need firewire then you'll have to use an add-on card as it's basically obsolete.

 

[Dangman]

Might as well get the i5-4590, it's effectively the same price.

True but there's the possibility that the mobo will need a BIOs update to use that CPU. So I'd rather just recommend an older CPU that would not require the hassle of a BIOs update. While I could have recommended a Z97 or H97 mobo, they're still very new and therefore their reliability and stability are unknown.

Also, I think that mobo is a little bit too enthusiast level and you could do with something cheaper ($50-$70) with the H87 chipset instead of the Z87.

Not really. The main reason why I went for the Z87 Extreme4 was because it was the cheapest reliable mobo I could find that had four rear USB 3.0 ports. The OP did mention needing to attach several USB 3.0 cameras to the PC.

You can go cheaper on the case too (~$30) but that's an aesthetic consideration that you'll have to make for yourself. I personally prefer smaller and would go with an mATX build instead if you don't need the expansion room of the ATX. Example If it's going to be in full view of your customers though, I would take that into account.

Not fully an aesthetic consideration: More expensive cases tend to provide better cooling, significantly easier cable management, and more room to work with. Hence why I would recommend the Corsair 200R over your listed choice since it cools better, easier to cable manage and easier to work with. I've worked with enough cheap cases to know that it's worth spending the extra money for the easier building process.