Newegg has the
Acer Desktop Computer Aspire (TC-1770-UR11) on sale for
$389.99.
Shipping is free.
Thanks to staff member
Red_Liz for finding this deal.
Note:
Item is backordered but available for purchase; item will ship once in stock and available.
Specs:- Intel Core i5 13400 10-core, 16-thread (2.50GHz Base / 4.60GHz Boost) Processor
- 8GB 3200MHz DDR4 RAM
- 512GB M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 4 Solid State Drive
- Intel UHD Graphics 730
- WiFi 6E + Bluetooth 5.3
- Includes USB Mouse + Keyboard
- Windows 11 Home
- Ports:
- 1x USB 3.2 Type C Gen 1 port (up to 5 Gbps)
- 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports
- 4x USB 2.0 Ports
- 1x HDMI 1.4b Port
- 1x HDMI 2.0 Port
- 1x Ethernet RJ-45 Port
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For reference here's a nice article [techspot.com] on some of the Gigabyte GTX 1650 models equipped to run on only the 75W PCIe power. I've also seen online confirmation of an MSI GTX 1650 model without external power requirements. A very cut down 3050 model may also become a solid GPU upgrade option for this power-limited system.
https://www.tomshardwar
This system provides a reasonable value but the trade-off is the incorporation of relatively custom components in the form of an OEM motherboard and power supply.
This power supply is a 12 Volt Only style model. That style distinction is significant since although OEMs have started implementing their own versions of ATX 12VO for cost-savings as well as to meet certain efficiency requirements, what is being sold in OEM systems isn't really standardized in the retail space. So if the power supply needs replacement (outside of warranty) or upgrading, this challenge alone will create some issues well beyond a simple drive to Micro Center.
On top of that, the motherboard also integrates the front panel connections such as the USB sockets directly onto the motherboard. Though typical for many OEM systems such as those from HP, this also complicates replacement of the motherboard and/or case.
As such, this recommends at least three possible approaches:
Operate this system as a sealed box with limited to power-neutral upgrades for its lifetime (so only swapping in CPUs or GPUs which are supported within the existing power budget). This works for a large group of users and represents the target audience of this kind of pre-built.
Be the kind of DIY-er who cuts into power supply wires, uses custom power supply wire harnesses, or runs dual power supplies in a PC as part of their GPU upgrade (nothing unimaginable, but definitely a niche group).
Ignore this kind of highly custom OEM system in favor of a PC which utilizes standardized motherboards and power supplies.
Good luck!
Jon
The power supply in this Acer will NOT have GPU power connectors. The Acer in this deal only practically supports a graphics card with no additional power connectors.
Good luck!
Jon
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Amazon also has it on sale for only $10 more (for those who prefer to shop there):
https://www.amazon.com/Acer-TC-17...B0B88QF1SP
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https://www.acer.com/us-en/deskto....BKBAA
Maybe an optional adder for some vendors?
also ... motherboard layout pic - not going into another case...
https://community.acer.
Power is 6-pin ATX with an additionally aux. power via 8-pin connector
2 - Ram slots; upgradable to 32GB total.
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