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- WX7100
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If the OP specifically asked for High Sierra and Catalina, I guess he doesn't want to update his licence, so M1 is out of the equation.
Bargain opportunities on RAM, SSD, case, power supply are a possibility. 9th gen. CPU is not "obsolete", it's quite competitive with 10th gen., but less likely to be discounted, unless the shop wants to empty its shelves. I wouldn't wait for the motherboard, especially if supply is limited, because it is the most specific part in the build list.
Bargain opportunities on RAM, SSD, case, power supply are a possibility. 9th gen. CPU is not "obsolete", it's quite competitive with 10th gen., but less likely to be discounted, unless the shop wants to empty its shelves. I wouldn't wait for the motherboard, especially if supply is limited, because it is the most specific part in the build list.