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I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2008 6:53 pm
by McLovin1t
which of these desktops should i buy (aside from the $4700 one) I am getting a new job and am saving up for a new comp. Going to focus on gaming, and maybe schoolwork.

Re: Want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2008 7:00 pm
by Timmeh
I don't see any links or pictures? :S

Re: Want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2008 7:02 pm
by McLovin1t

Re: Want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2008 7:04 pm
by CrimsonNuker
LOL ALIENWARE.

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Re: Want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2008 7:06 pm
by McLovin1t
y? i need a good cheap comp for gaming/a little schoolwork (just essays / homework)

Re: Want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2008 7:13 pm
by Azilius
McLovin1t wrote:y? i need a good cheap comp for gaming/a little schoolwork (just essays / homework)


That's why you don't pick alienware..

build it yourself and save millions, and if you don't know how there are many people able to assist you =p

Re: Want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2008 7:14 pm
by McLovin1t
$1000 is kinda cheap. if ud like to assist helping me make a comp lol :)

Re: Want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2008 7:19 pm
by maxietheboss
Hmm, i can make a configuration that would cost 1000$ in the netherlands, but prices may vary

Re: Want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2008 7:27 pm
by Azilius
I would but..yea

Just look up the same parts on sites that sell parts individually and compare total prices, you'll see that it's less when you buy separate.

The computer I recently built cost me around 1300$ (last thing to buy is vid card around xmas) which includes a 22" monitor. A build more or less the same was about 1900$ when I went to stores with pre-built computers. Even more online..

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2008 9:58 pm
by McLovin1t
those alienwares really aren't cheap, that minimum listed price is terrible, cuz i just have to customize it more (duh). can someone list like a computer that can be made for like $1000-1500 for gaming :)

thanks!

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2008 11:47 pm
by dom
LOL DELL

Because since Alienware got bought out by Dell, it's become the same garbage.

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2008 11:50 pm
by McLovin1t
dom so what brand is good?

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2008 11:54 pm
by CrimsonNuker
McLovin1t wrote:dom so what brand is good?


The build it yourself brand.

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 12:43 am
by McLovin1t
man, if i tried to build my own comp :roll:



*boom*

I wouldn't be able to. Anyone wana help?

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 1:00 am
by CrimsonNuker
Why not? Just watch a few computer assembly vids on youtube and you'll know what to do lol

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 1:03 am
by McLovin1t
thats not it. i mean idk what to buy! like i want a good gaming comp thats a good bang for the buck

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 1:05 am
by CrimsonNuker
Buy whatever is in that alienware lol

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 1:10 am
by IDontPlaySRO
http://www.ibuypower.com

Practically building it yourself except they obviously need to make profits... Prob 600-1000$ for a machine that can handle all you'll want it to.

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 1:17 am
by CrimsonNuker
IDontPlaySRO wrote:http://www.ibuypower.com

Practically building it yourself except they obviously need to make profits... Prob 600-1000$ for a machine that can handle all you'll want it to.


I think thats the site where they also add the option where they build and test it for you for only 50$

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 1:18 am
by McLovin1t
THANKS!~!! THAT SITE PWNS

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 1:27 am
by Kirkaldi
Also try cyberpowerpc.com

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 1:31 am
by CrimsonNuker
I remeber one of those two had the 50$ assembly thing, but one of them also had bad reviews for their delivery times and handling

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 1:33 am
by McLovin1t
idc about shipping etc.. as long as it gets there :roll:

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 1:36 am
by IDontPlaySRO
Googled reviews and they both seem to be fine. IMO go for cyberpowerpc.com first it has more options and its specials are very good deals.

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 1:43 am
by CrimsonNuker
IDontPlaySRO wrote:Googled reviews and they both seem to be fine. IMO go for cyberpowerpc.com first it has more options and its specials are very good deals.


Search their forums lol

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 1:51 am
by IDontPlaySRO
CrimsonNuker wrote:
IDontPlaySRO wrote:Googled reviews and they both seem to be fine. IMO go for cyberpowerpc.com first it has more options and its specials are very good deals.


Search their forums lol


Looks like a lot of stuff comes facked up from them.

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 8:45 am
by Sharp324
CrimsonNuker wrote:Why not? Just watch a few computer assembly vids on youtube and you'll know what to do lol


Dont even need to do that, its common sense. Been building them since i was 12...the trouble shooting is the fun part, literally...i love it.

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 8:58 am
by maxietheboss
Building a PC is like playing with lego, it's so easy because it is very clear where most thing should go

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 11:30 am
by Sharp324
maxietheboss wrote:Building a PC is like playing with lego, it's so easy because it is very clear where most thing should go


But there is more to building than putting parts in the right place. Most people who say they can build still need to go to someone else to troubleshoot if they have a problem..

Re: I want to buy a new desktop computer

Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 11:42 am
by chesticles
I think your priorities are backwards there. It should always be school work before gaming. Dont look back when ur 30 n workin at BurgerKing n say "Shit, why the fk did i spend so much time playin sro"