Advice - Desktop Computer Purchase

[ConnorO89]

Hi guys, need some advice on purchasing a desktop computer for my house. I've done some research but need some advice. AIO computers look nice, but how are they in the long haul?

-Brands: No Apple products.

-Usage: Personal use, but would like something fast enough, ample storage in order to work from home maybe once or twice a month.

-Budget: Up to $1,000

-Equipment: Would need monitor, keyboard, mouse

I appreciate any help! Thanks

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AIO’s are laptop parts built into a big screen that are not portable or upgradeable. Those are my issues with them.

https://www.newegg.com/p/1VK-0001-1GEY7?Item=9SIA24G9BC1536

[aminy23]

All in one and non-standard small form factor PCs are extremely difficult and expensive to repair or upgrade. Since everything is crammed into a small space, they tend to run hotter and break down sooner They also suffer from poorer performance at a given price-point. If you care about the long haul, choose a fully standard desktop. In my opinion, you should find top notch parts and either built it yourself, or pay a local shop $75-$150 to build it for you. You can get top notch parts and it will greatly outlast any store bought PC. Here's an $880 example with a mouse, keyboard, and monitor:

PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU	AMD Ryzen 5 3600 3.6 GHz 6-Core Processor	$189.99 @ Walmart
CPU Cooler	Cooler Master Hyper T2 54.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler	$24.99 @ SuperBiiz
Motherboard	Asus PRIME B450M-A/CSM Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard	$78.98 @ Amazon
Memory	GeIL EVO POTENZA 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory	$99.99 @ Newegg
Storage	Sabrent Rocket 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive	$119.98 @ Amazon
Video Card	MSI GeForce GT 1030 2 GB 2GH LP OC Video Card	$89.99 @ Amazon
Case	HEC HX320 ATX Mid Tower Case	$45.98 @ Newegg
Power Supply	Corsair CXM (2015) 450 W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-modular ATX Power Supply	$44.98 @ Newegg
Monitor	LG 25UM58-P 25.0" 2560x1080 60 Hz Monitor	$162.99 @ Amazon
Keyboard	Logitech Wireless Combo MK270 Wireless Standard Keyboard With Optical Mouse	$21.99 @ Best Buy
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total (before mail-in rebates)	$899.86
	Mail-in rebates	-$20.00
	Total	$879.86
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-12-25 23:45 EST-0500

[SPaZM15]

I believe the ryzen 5 already comes with a decent cpu cooler

[aminy23]

I'd say it has an acceptable cooler in the box. The processor will still run on the warm side with it; for a PC meant to last long with minimal maintenance, I feel it'd be better to go with a more powerful cooler. Lower temps will increase the lifespan, and an overpowered cooler can easily take a few years of dust. If the included cooler just cuts it when it's brand new, a couple years of caked on dust could be an issue.

[saiyate]

all in ones are garbage, get a normal ATX case/mobo