Desk Top PC Help

[bent1]

Looking at two desk top computers. Main reason for their purchase, looking for an inexpensive way to get windows 10. I would be a unit I would use maybe a couple times a week, printing, scanning, office work mostly, no gaming. These two caught my eye. What are your thoughts?

HP ProDesk 600 G3

ProDesk 600 G3 Micro Tower Desktop Computer, Intel Core i5-7500 3.40GHz, 8GB RAM, 1TB HDD, Windows 10 Pro

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Refurbished: HP RP5800-SFF Desktop Computer Intel Core i5 2nd Gen 2400 (3.10 GHz) 8 GB 500 GB HDD Windows 10 Pro 64-Bit - Newegg.com

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I have a keyboard & monitor.

 

[BROBS]

Never have liked HP, personally

why do you need Windows 10?

 

[hoosierpipeguy]

I think the first one is the better computer. I'd plan on upgrading to 16 GB of memory.

 

[elessar]

I think the first one is the better computer. I'd plan on upgrading to 16 GB of memory.

Agreed on both counts. Stay away from that i5-2400. Way out of date (2nd gen). i5-7500 is only a couple generations behind (7th gen). You will probably want more ram for Windows 10 but 8GB will get you moving. Not a huge HP fan either but on some of the lower end stuff, no offense intended, I don't think there are any major differences. I build custom desktops so I may be a bit biased against the major builders. I prefer enthusiast type brands such as Asus, Corsair, etc... for components.

 

[bent1]

why do you need Windows 10?

I have programs that require win 10.

 

[bent1]

Open to any alternatives, need to stay at $500 or less.

 

[olkofri]

Stay away from HPoo and Comcrap.

 

[hoosierpipeguy]

How about this one? Looks like there are numerous choices for under $500. I agree with others about HP. https://www.bestbuy.com/site/dell-r...rd-drive-black-silver/5710160.p?skuId=5710160

 

[elessar]

Open to any alternatives, need to stay at $500 or less.

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Have no experience with this one just looks good on paper. Good reviews.

 

[bent1]

Will investigate these, thx. I’m an ‘on call’ truck driver, doesn’t leave much time to research. Been so busy lately, uggh.

 

[hoosierpipeguy]

Will investigate these, thx. I’m an ‘on call’ truck driver, doesn’t leave much time to research. Been so busy lately, uggh.

Pay attention to ellesar, he's got more direct experience than I do.

 

[troutface]

I used to buy the $500 Dell machines, but this last go round I found Acer to be a better buy and so far it's been a solid machine.

 

[mawnansmiff]

I've always used Dell desktops, usually their 'Inspiron' budget range.. Never had any issues.

Regards,

Jay.?

 

[Peter Peachfuzz]

Here's one hell of a deal..
https://www.amazon.com/Lenovo-Think...esktop+pc&qid=1613051553&sprefix=refu&sr=8-17

 

[olkofri]

Would something like this suffice?

HP EliteDesk 705 G4 Mini Desktop Computer

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Never cared for the slimline cases due to their non-upgradeability but maybe you don't need to expand.