Noob here, currently having ideas of assembling a pc myself for the first time. Also, seeking to install hardware compatible with linux distro.

[B][Budget] : 2.5k - 3.5k

[Purpose] : running heavy data processing, GIS based software, large excel files with macros, online streaming and etc. High-end gaming, not likely.

[Hardwares that will be re-use] : None

[Monitor resolution] : 1080p (ideally, but not important)

[Games & softwares that use frequently] : Productivity software MS office, Libre Office, QGIS, Anaconda IDE, Data analytic softwares (For running few large softwares & heavy background processing)

[Personal preferences] : None

[Location] Kuching

Appreciate your pointers contributors, will heed your advises in my planning process

THANKS! Appreciate that rough guideline. Will look into the specific hardware & other alternatives in the same range.

THANKS! Yes, you're spot I wont be doing any high-end with that budget lol. Will check out the specifics of the hardware recommendation, appreciate your thoughts mate

How can one determine quality besides brand dominance in the market? Are there several good & independent sites you use to educate us on this sir?