Included parts in your Sense PC 2!
CPU processor chip
4 cores, 8 threads, Processor Base Frequency 3.70 GHz, Max Turbo Frequency 4.40 GHz, 6 MB Intel Smart Cache, TDP 65 W, 14 nm
Multi-task at blazing speeds with this 10th Generation Intel Comet Lake architecture CPU!
You don't need to but you can anytime upgrade your CPU all the way up to an Intel Core i9 processor! See how we choose a CPU.
GPU Integrated graphics processor unit
Intel UHD Graphics 630
Graphics Base Frequency 350 MHz, Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency 1.10 GHz, Intel Quick Sync Video, Intel InTru 3D Technology, Intel Clear Video HD Technology.
Save the expense of a separate video card with advanced integrated
Intel Graphics!
If you morph into a serious gamer you can upgrade anytime by adding a separate video card and then guess what you've got a gaming rig! See how we choose a video card.
Memory
8 GB (2x4 GB) Crucial by Micron 4GB DDR4-2666, CL 19, 1.2V, Non-ECC, Unbuffered DIMMs.
Two 4 GB memory sticks for 8 GB total. Runs in dual channel mode.
Run big files with large memory with high clock speeds and low latencies!
Enough memory but you can increase memory anytime you might need up to 64 GB! See how we choose memory.
Motherboard
Size & Chipset: Micro-ATX size motherboard with Intel B560 Express Chipset.
CPU support: Supports 11th & 10th Gen Intel Core, Pentium and Celeron processors for LGA 1200 socket.
Memory support: 4 DDR4 memory slots up to DDR4 5333(O.C.) MHz/ 2666 MHz, Non-ECC, Un-buffered DIMMs, dual channel, supporting up to 128 GB.
Expansion slots: 1 PCIe 3.0 (PCIe 4.0 with an 11th Gen Intel CPU) x16 slot running at x16 to add a video card if ever needed. 2 PCIe 3.0 x1 slots.
Display Ports: 1 DisplayPort version 1.2 supporting a max. resolution of 4096 x 2304 @ 60Hz, 1 HDMI port version 1.4 supporting a max. resolution of 4096 x 2160 @ 30Hz, 1 DVI-D port supporting a max. resolution of 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz, 1 VGA/D-Sub port supporting a max. resolution of 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz, supports up to 3 displays at the same time.
Storage support: 2 M.2 slots supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 SSDs (1 M.2 slot at PCIe 4.0 x4 with an 11th Gen Intel CPU), 6 SATA 6 Gb/s ports.
Internet/LAN support: 1 Realtek GbE LAN chip (1000/100 Mbit) Ethernet with RJ45 jack port.
USB support: 5 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2 at case front, 3 at case rear), 1 USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1 port (at case rear), 2 USB 2.0 ports (2 at case rear, 4 more optionally available by headers).
Audio support: 7.1 channel HD audio support by Realtek Audio CODEC, 3 audio jacks at case rear.
And more features! Wow!
This rock solid feature rich motherboard is the foundation of your PC, an open platform you can upgrade and add parts anytime! See how we choose a motherboard.
SSD Solid state drive
Samsung SSD 970 EVO Plus 500 GB M.2 PCIe Gen 3.0 x4, NVMe 1.3
Capacity 500 GB, sequential read up to 3,500 MB/s, sequential write up to 3,200 MB/s, random read (4KB, QD32) up to 480,000 IOPS, random write (4KB, QD32) up to 550,000 IOPS, random read (4KB, QD1) up to 19,000 IOPS, random write (4KB, QD1) up to 60,000 IOPS!
Incredible PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD speed! Way faster boot up of your OS and loading of your main apps! If you want more storage you can always add more SSDs or traditional hard drives.
See how we choose a hard drive and/or solid state drive.
DVD CD drive
DVD Write Speed 24x maximum, CD Write Speed 48x maximum, SATA interface
Play and record DVDs and CDs with a fast DVD Writer supporting multiple
formats!
See how we choose a DVD CD drive.
Case
SilverStone Precision Series PS08 Black case
Micro-ATX Mid-Tower, black, very sleek, 1 x 120mm front fan with room for more case fans, motherboard back plate opening for easy CPU cooler assembly, detachable front fan filter. USB 3.0 ports, audio and mic ports at case front, for the case rear USB, ethernet, audio and display ports please see motherboard section. Drive bays - external 5.25" optical drive x 2, internal 3.5" hard drives x 4, 2.5" SSD x 1.
Stay cool with a great looking case with plenty of room for future upgrades, or even reuse it in your next build! See how we choose a computer case.
PSU Power supply unit
Thermaltake Smart 500W SPD-0500P 80 Plus ATX 12V 2.3
500 Watts, 80 Plus certified efficiency, powerful single +12V rail for compatibility, 120 mm fan for excellent airflow at an exceptionally low noise level, high-quality components. Multiple connectors include 2 PCI-E 6+2 pin, 6 SATA, 4+4 pin CPU and more.
Power on with a quiet stable PSU with reserve power and spare connectors for future upgrades including an upgrade to a powerful video card!
See how we choose a PSU.
Pre-installed Operating System Choices
Choose an operating system OS that you want pre-installed on your PC from the choices below. To order the OS you want, before you click 'Add to Cart' for your PC select that OS from the drop down menu.
We recommend Linux Mint or Ubuntu, hey it drops the price of the PC for you and they're very cool! If you want any other Linux distro, for example Manjaro, Debian, CentOS or Fedora no problem just let us know we'll install that instead!
See how you save on a new PC with Linux and also how we choose the OS.
Recent updates to OS choices
October 5, 2021. Updated Ubuntu version to Ubuntu Desktop 20.04.3 LTS 64 bit, Long Term Support (LTS) release.
July 9, 2021. Updated Linux Mint version to Linux Mint 20.2 "Uma" MATE 64 bit, Long Term Support (LTS) release.
Linux Mint 20.2 "Uma" MATE 64 bit Edition
Long Term Support (LTS) release, supported till 2025! Installed and installation DVD included! Includes Firefox browser, LibreOffice a full office suite, music and video players, and more free software packages you can imagine!
Or
Ubuntu Desktop 20.04.3 LTS 64 bit
Long Term Support (LTS) release, supported till April 2025! Installed and installation DVD included! Includes Firefox browser, LibreOffice a full office suite, music and video players, and more free software packages you can imagine!
Or
Microsoft Windows 11 Home 64-bit
Installed and installation OEM DVD included. For when you're forced to have Windows for some reason. We don't recommend it, it's a hassle to install, and Microsoft forces you to open a Microsoft account to install it, which they then need to verify from a cell phone or email address and they even require your birth date as of our last install on writing this! If you choose this option be prepared to provide us all that info otherwise we can't install it. That's just one reason why we don't recommend Windows. We recommend Linux.
Or
Dual Boot Linux and Windows
It'll be the computer cost with Windows plus the cost of a second solid state drive plus $39 for the dual OS installation service. Most of you will be fine with just Linux in our view! If you need this option just contact us.
Due to fast changing technology, supply factors and dropping prices we may substitute a part for another we consider the same or better with no increase in price.
Recommended add-on products
Keyboard and mouse
Logitech Desktop MK120 Keyboard and Mouse Combo $24
Sleek, comfortable keyboard and high-definition optical mouse, USB connections.
Monitor
ASUS 21.5 inch LED LCD Monitor $179
Wide Screen TFT LCD with LED Backlight, full HD 1920 x 1080 max/native resolution, 5 ms response time, 250 cd/m2 brightness, DVI, HDMI, VGA inputs, black. See how we choose a monitor.
Entertainment monitor
ASUS 24 inch LED LCD Monitor $225
Widescreen, full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution, LED backlight, 2ms GTG response time, 250 cd/m2 brightness or higher, HDMI, DVI, VGA inputs, black.
Speakers
Creative Speakers Pebble V2 $49
USB Powered Desktop Speakers with USB-C Connectivity. Total System Power - up to 8W RMS, Peak Power - up to 16W. See how we choose computer speakers.
Entertainment speakers
Creative Labs Pebble Plus 2.1 Speakers $69
2.1 USB Desktop Speakers with Subwoofer. Harmonic rhythms, thumping bass. Total System Power - up to 8W RMS, Peak Power - up to 16W.
WiFi adapter external USB
All builds include a wired Internet connector, and some builds also include WiFi or support for a WiFi module. Only get this if your build doesn't already have WiFi and you want WiFi in addition to the wired connector from an external USB WiFi adapter.
Edimax AC600 Wireless Dual-Band Mini USB Adapter EW-7811UTC $27
AC600 (Up to 433 Mbps at 5 GHz or 144 Mbps at 2.4 GHz) wireless speed, 802.11ac Wi-Fi standard, dual band connections, USB 3.0. Linux driver installation instructions. We install it if you order it at the same time as a PC.
Or
Edimax AC1200 Wireless Dual-Band USB Adapter EW-7822UAC $49
AC1200 (Up to 867 Mbps at 5 GHz or 400 Mbps at 2.4 GHz) wireless speed, 802.11ac Wi-Fi standard, dual band connections, USB 3.0. Linux driver installation instructions. We install it if you order it at the same time as a PC.
WiFi adapter internal PCI Express
All builds include a wired Internet connector, and some builds also include WiFi or support for a WiFi module. Only get this if your build doesn't already have WiFi and you want WiFi in addition to the wired connector from an internal PCI Express WiFi adapter.
TP-Link Archer TX3000E AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth 5.0 PCIe Adapter $67
Wi-Fi 6 Speed up to 2402 Mbps (5 GHz) + 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz), Intel Wi-Fi 6 chipset, 802.11ax/ac/n/a 5 GHz, 802.11ax/n/g/b 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.0/4.2/4.0, two multi-directional antennas, WPA3 security, PCI Express.
Laptops, printers, webcams, or any other PC parts
Just contact us we'll make a recommendation for the right part at a low price!
