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CCL Alpha Core i3 Home and Office Custom Build PC

CCL Alpha Core i3 Home and Office Custom Build PC

CCL Code: CCL-I3-12100-HOME

£514.99 inc VAT

CCL Alpha Core i3 Home and Office Custom Build PC

£514.99 inc VAT

Available for delivery from Saturday 11th May

Buying in bulk? Contact our business team.

Key Features:

  • Windows 11 Home
  • Intel Core i3 12100 CPU
  • 8GB DDR4 Memory
  • 500GB Gen4 NVMe SSD
  • Intel UHD 730 CPU Graphics
  • 1201Mbps Wi-Fi
CCL Code: CCL-I3-12100-HOME
Overview

Optimise Your Workspace

Compact Design

With its stylish brushed aluminium look front panel and sleek three-dimensional textured finish, the Fractal Core 1100 case adds a touch of sophistication that compliments any workspace. Plus, the included Fractal Design 120mm fan ensures efficient cooling right out of the box.

Power to Explore

Intel Core i3

The Intel Core i3 punches well above its weight, using four high-performance cores to deliver the kind of gaming performance that a few years ago, only flagship gaming PCs could achieve. Paired with a graphics card, the Core i3 in your has all you need for an awesome gaming machine.

Superfast Storage

512GB NVMe SSD

For the fastest system boot times and application load times, you want a high-powered NVMe SSD, like this 512GB model. That gives you plenty of space for all your favourite apps, and a little extra besides. The PCIExpress 3 interface ensures it runs at peak performance, too, making sure whatever you're working on loads up as quickly as possible.

 

Never Back Down

8GB DDR4 RAM

For modern gaming you don't just need fast memory, you need a lot of it. With this high-speed 8GB kit of DDR4 memory you have all the RAM you need to play any game at any detail settings without slow down.

Enhanced Connectivity

H610 Chipset

Equipped with the H610 chipset, this PC ensures a reliable and efficient performance for your business operations. The H610 motherboard has all the ports and connections you need for a high-powered system. With support for USB 3 and PCIe 3, you can enjoy high-speed connectivity and some of the fastest NVMe SSDs ever made.

Keep It Cool

Air Cooling

With giant fins, thick copper heatpipes, and a large-bladed fan system, your air-cooled gaming PC will run quiet even while you're gaming at full intensity.

Packed with Power

550W Bronze

This Bronze-rated 550w PSU is everything you need to power your gaming PC. It's not only powerful and efficient, but quiet, too, with a 120mm silent hydraulic bearing, for super quiet operation. The cables are nice and thin too, so you can make the interior of your PC look neat and tidy.

Features

Processor

The Intel® Core™ i3 processor powers through daily tasks such as email, Internet, homework, music playback and HD video playback with ease. You can also run your favourite office and educational software, stay in touch with friends through social networks and enjoy PC games. The advanced power saving technologies in the Intel® Core™ series of processors helps keep running costs low.

12th Gen Intel® Core™ i3

12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors - get the performance you need, right when and where you need it most. These processors provide the value and power for everyday gaming, multitasking, and productivity.

3.30 GHz 4.30 GHz 4 / 8 12MB Alder Lake
Base Clock Boost Clock Cores / Threads Cache Code Name

 

Memory

The latest DDR4 computer memory is great for high performance gaming, video & photo editing, 3D rendering and multitasking. CCL only use memory from the top brands in the industry so you can be sure of excellent reliability and future compatibility.

Kingston FURY™ Beast DDR4

Kingston FURY™ Beast provides a powerful performance boost for gaming, video editing and rendering. It features Plug N Play automatic overclocking at 2666MHz and is both Intel XMP-ready and ready for AMD Ryzen. FURY Beast DDR4 stays cool with its stylish, low-profile heat spreader.

 

Warranty

If you're on mainland UK, your system is covered and protected by a three year warranty with MendIT®, a leading UK IT repair centre. MendIT® only employ fully trained and accredited engineers - this means every repair is undertaken with the greatest of care and efficiency. MendIT® pride themselves on making things as good as new... just for you.

3 Year Collect & Return

This system is covered by a three year MendIT® Collect & Return warranty, which covers against electrical / component failure. In the event of your system failing due to a hardware error, MendIT® will send a courier to collect it from you. It will then be repaired by a fully qualified MendIT® service engineer and returned to you within 5 working days... Now that's MendIT® service!

*UK Only Warranty service for UK addresses.

British Built

Our PCs are handcrafted by a team of passionate award-winning system engineers, averaging over 10 years of experience each. They meticulously design, build, and rigorously test every machine right here in our state-of-the-art PC build facility right here in the UK. This ensures unmatched build quality, a level you simply won't find with off-the-shelf computers. What's more, should you need any help choosing your PC or help with your PC once it arrives, our team of experts are on hand to take your call and guide you through the entire process.

Tested Before Shipping

Upon completion, all PCs are put through their paces in an extensive testing programme and thorough quality control checks to ensure they're completely stable before shipment.

Specifications

CPU

CPU Base Speed 3.3 GHz
CPU Type Intel Core i3
CPU Manufacturer Intel
CPU Cores Quad Core
CPU Socket Socket 1700
CPU Base TDP 60 W
CPU Threads 8
CPU Boost Speed 4.3 GHz
CPU Family Intel Core i3
Processor Number 12100
CPU Speed 3.3 GHz
Turbo Core 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores 4 Cores (4P + 0E)
Number of Threads 8 threads
L3 Cache 12 MB
Architecture Rocket Lake-S
Technology Intel 7
Socket LGA1700

Memory

Memory DIMM Count 1
Description Kingston FURY Beast
Memory Size (Total) 8192 MB
Number of Modules 1 module
Voltage 1.35 V
Pin Configuration 288 pin
Error Correction No

Graphics

Graphics Chipset Intel UHD 730
IGP/APU Graphics Intel UHD 730
Description Intel UHD 730

Solid State Disk

Description Western Digital WD Blue SN580
Read Speed 4000 MB/s
Write Speed 3600 MB/s
Memory Size 8192 MB
Drive Size M.2 2280
Interface Type PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe

Motherboard

Chipset Manufacturer Intel
Chipset Intel H610

Sound

Integrated Sound Realtek

Network (Wireless)

Description Our Choice
RF Network Standard 802.11ax
Frequency Band 2.4GHz
5GHz
Interface PCI Express x1
Bluetooth No

Network (Wired)

Integrated Network Realtek
Network Speeds Supported Up to 1 Gbps

Power Supply

Power Supply Model Our Choice
Power 550 W
Efficiency Rating 80 Plus Bronze
Modular Cables No

Front Panel I/O Ports

USB Ports 1 x USB 3.0
1 x USB 2.0
Headphone Ports 1 x 3.5mm Jack
Microphone In Port 1 x 3.5mm Jack

Rear Panel I/O Ports

Keyboard Port 1 x PS/2
Mouse Port 1 x PS/2
USB Ports 2 x USB 3.0
4 x USB 2.0
VGA Port Yes
DVI Port Yes
HDMI Port Yes
DisplayPorts Yes
Ethernet Connectors (RJ-45) 1 x RJ-45
Audio Line Out Ports 1 x 3.5mm Jack

Physical

Case Colour Black
Chassis Fractal Design Core 1100
Form Factor Mid Tower Case
Width 175 mm
Depth 410 mm
Height 358 mm

Warranty

Warranty 3 Year Collect & Return
Parts 3 Years
Labour 3 Years

Key Features

Individual Module Size 8192 MB
Case Type Tower
Solid State Drive Yes
Case Form Factor Mid Tower
Memory Speed 3200
Memory Type DDR4
Memory Modules Kit Size
Memory CAS 16
Motherboard Chipset Intel H610
WiFi Speed 1201 Mbps
Codename Rocket Lake-S
Side Panel Type Solid
Wireless Adapter Type Internal
Microsoft Processor List B
Processor count 1

System

Operating System Microsoft Windows 11 Home

Storage

Solid State Capacity 500 GB

Wireless Communications

WiFi Type Wi-Fi 6

Item Details

Manufacturer CCL Computers
Condition New
Warranty

Warranty Information

Warranty 3 Year Collect & Return
Parts 3 Years
Labour 3 Years

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer CCL Computers
Reviews
4.2 / 5 18 reviews

Mark

8 months ago

Whilst very satisfied with the service received from CCL, generally, I am satisfied with the product with a couple of niggles. The CPU fan is the noisiest I have ever had and I am experiences some issued with peripheral ports (e.g. USB and HDMI ports occasionally fail to work). Bluetooth connectivity with mouse and keyboard is not as smooth as I am used to.

Stephen Russell

8 months ago

Nicely built and easy to use machine. For those upgrading from a very very old machine, ensure that you have a monitor that has an HDMI or USB, rather than a VGA connection!

David Lamb

8 months ago

Bought as an upgrade to my 10 year old CCL Windows 10 PC and very pleased with it so far. A higher spec chip set and more memory than before makes everything much quicker and easier to access. Hopefully, I'll get 10 years out of this PC before needing to changing again.

Customer

10 months ago

Really great, custom built exactly as requested, and really secure packaging to ensure safely delivered. Have used CCL before and was happy to continue to purchase customer built PCs from them - would highly recommend. Good choice of options when customising to get exactly what you want

John

10 months ago

So far, it has justified the leap of faith I took when I bought this desktop (tower) PC. I have not opened up the case, but it all feels nice and solid. It fits perfectly into the space allocated for it. Windows 11 (including Edge) was already loaded, so I had immediate access to the Internet. I had to instal Office 2021 from a disk to obtain access to Word, Excel etc, but that all went very smoothly. The machine runs fast and noiselessly, working well with my existing screen, keyboard and mouse. Once I have transferred some residual material from my old Windows XP computer, I expect to be able to do most things I want to do on a computer. That does not include "gaming", although a trial subscription to Norton 360 for Gamers is included. So, although I was not confident in my ability to upgrade my IT successfully, my fears have so far proved unfounded.

Mohim

11 months ago

Really great product, came just as I expected it and a really good Home PC for all our needs

Michael

April 2023

Very smart.

Tim

April 2023

In the past I've bought components & built my own computers. Thought I would try the custom build this time. Not impressed. Spec wasn't quite what I wanted, but was able to modify to suit. CPU cooler fell off after a few days use. Looked as though the securing clips had been over-tightened. Was promised a replacement, but it hasn't arrived yet.

Alex Woods

March 2023

I bought this computer for my father who needed a new machine. I used the custom service so that CCL would build it to my specification (more RAM, extra hard disk, no windows OS). It arrived on time and well packaged with details of the soak tests that had been run. I installed my own OS (Ubuntu) which went without issue. Only problem was the optical drive, which Ubuntu failed to recognise but this turned out to be a loose power connector and was easily fixed.

Christopher Nixon

August 2022

Bought as an upgrade to be eligible for Windows 11. I was able to add the SSD, HDDs, DVD writer, video and sound cards from my old device and upgrade to Windows 11. The initial hiccups were sorted out with the help of the knowledgeable and very helpful sales staff. This is another excellent computer from CCL, who I have used for nearly 20 years. Top marks CCL!

MICHAEL JOHNSON *

July 2022

Came with loose screw rattling inside and no product key for Windows 11. Flimsy, almost hidden switches on front panel edges and no get started instructions.

David

July 2022

Really pleased with our new PC, brilliant value for money when compared to other 'big name' PC companies. Customer service and support was also first class - a real human being actually answered the phone and knew exactly what advice to give. They even followed up later to check all was ok. The only thing we don't really like are the bright blue and the red flashing LED lights on the front of the PC - we have to have it on the desktop next to our screen and can be quite distracting, but no big deal really.

John Woods

June 2022

Always get computer stuff from CCL. First class products at very reasonable prices. No messing. Delivered on time. Best value on-site warranty. Would not consider going anywhere else.

Nigel Carter

June 2022

Ok, the product itself is good, fast speed and good quality. Delivery was ahead of delivery date. The problem is the one which is an issue with lots of companies, if the product arrives and there is no problems then a 5 star rating is usually given. It's when you have queries and problems that you find out the quality of a company and how much they appreciate your custom. I had 3 issues with mine, 2 of which did not turn out to be actual faults whilst the third issue was. To cut a long story short, I dealt with 3 different people in customer services over a period of a month. Their "High Priority" email response took up to 7 working days to respond to and then queries within the emails were not addressed. Definitely got the impression they were busy and I was inconvenient to them. They did offer a refund but as I had spent weeks setting it up this was not a not an option. So in review, great product at a good price. Their customer service is the part that let them down in my case.

Robert

May 2022

A brilliant PC, providing excellent performance and value for money: the best I've ever had.

Glyn

March 2022

Excellent service, both in ordering and delivery. Inclusion of extended warranty was pleasant surprise. To early to tell how it will perform but time will tell. As I use CAD and design software a lot I was slightly surprised to find on loading Sketchup and Blender they refused to run. Contacted CCL support but they were unable to suggest a solution. Suspect addition of a dedicated graphics card will resolve issue but would have thought this should not be necessary as I use a much older MSI mainboard without.

Ciara

March 2022

Powerful enough pc at a reasonable price. Not so much a fan of the led config but that's purely cosmetic

Vaughan Wallis

March 2022

I am happy with the design which was easy was it to set up and use. The performance is stunning and has been updated with 2x 1TB internal drives. The build quality is excellent with plenty of spare power and data cables. The noise level is reasonable, except that the CPU fan hums which is somewhat distracting. Very pleased over-all.

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