Guidance for an upgradable, Budget-Friendly PC Build for Data Crunching and VR Gaming under ~500$, open to 2nd hand components

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Jio
Greetings,

I want to build a PC build that is possible for future upgrades(next few months). I’ve detailed my current situation and future plans below.



1. Purpose: My primary focus is on data crunching and AI/ML development, alongside high-end VR gaming experiences. The system should be capable of handling intensive computational tasks with the flexibility to upgrade components for enhanced performance in the near future. GPU/CPU/RAM etc for this can be upgraded in future if required.



2. Budget: $500. Also open to second-hand parts if it means better initial value or performance. Additionally, I plan to invest an extra $500-1000 in the coming months for upgrades, focusing on a build that supports upgradibility.



3. Location: Mumbai, India. I've identified several vendors known for competitive pricing and reliability:

- Amazon India: amazon.in

- Prime ABGB: primeabgb.com

- Elite Hubs: elitehubs.com

- Game Loot: gameloot.in



4. Brand Preference: None except your recommendations



5. Current Parts: This will be a fresh build, starting from scratch without the reuse of any existing components.



6. Overclocking: Yes, I intend to overclock with a view to future component upgrades.



7. Resolution: My current setup operates at WFHD resolution, but I aim to transition to 4K.

8. Build Timeline: The assembly is planned within the next few weeks, recognizing that prices and availability are subject to change.



9. Software Needs: No additional software purchases are required for this build.

Additional Details:

- Upgradability: Withing one year, planning to upgrade but much sooner actually —selecting a case, motherboard, and PSU that facilitate easy upgrades. The goal is to accommodate a high-end GPU and potentially other high-performance components in the year ahead.

- Upgrade Motivation:: to enhance my capacity for data analytics and AI/ML project work, and to elevate my VR gaming experience.

- Peripherals: keyboard, mouse, monitor, Bluetooth/WiFi receiver) and will not need replacements.



I look forward to your recommendations on how to best approach this build, particularly in making initial selections that align with my upgrade aspirations.



Thank you in advance!
 

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