Which Computer is Better?

ShotgunSnipist · 07-16-2008, 08:24 PM

Okay so over the last few months I've been trying to get a new computer. Some of you may have seen my last post. So, I'm wondering if this custom computer I have built online (and might order) is better then this computer Dell is offering.

Here is my build:

Motherboard: Newegg.com - ASUS M2A-VM AM2 AMD 690G Micro ATX AMD Motherboard - AMD Motherboards
Processor: Newegg.com - AMD Athlon 64 X2 5400+ Brisbane 2.8GHz 2 x 512KB L2 Cache Socket AM2 65W Dual-Core Processor - Processors
RAM: Newegg.com - Crucial Ballistix Tracer 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory - Desktop Memory
Power Supply: Newegg.com - Sunbeam PSU-BKS-480-US 480W ATX12V Power Supply 100 - 240 V - Power Supplies
Hard Drive: Newegg.com - Seagate Barracuda 7200.11 ST3500320AS 500GB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - Internal Hard Drives

Here is a link to the Dell:
Inspiron 530 desktop computer deal - $499 after instant savings. Monitor not included.

Keep in mind I have the operating system worked out. And I will most likely put XP on the new computer. What is better? Considering I don't care about the price difference.

Gow616 · 07-17-2008, 07:12 AM

Grab the Dell and a case. It has an Intel Core 2 Quad and at $499 is pretty good deal. You can probably even take the parts put into a new case and upgrade as necessary.

creative zune · 07-17-2008, 02:00 PM

it all depends on your buget.........

Gow616 · 07-17-2008, 02:08 PM

Motherboard, Case, Power Supply, RAM, GPU, Processor, Hard Drive...

Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 is $200 alone. Motherboard that supports it is another $100. Add in the all rest and that $499 Dell seems to be a good deal...depending on what they used for a motherboard and other parts.

Even as a computer builder...that build seems like a good starting point for an upgrade build. New case, GPU, etc and you have one boss computer. Even use leftover parts and the ol' Dell Case for a backup computer.

Justananomaly · 07-17-2008, 02:38 PM

I hate to say it... the Dell....

Cloud Strife · 07-17-2008, 05:57 PM

Is it just me, or do I not see a case or GPU?

Hmm... maybe I would say the Dell, but with a few changes the custom built one would look nice.

ShotgunSnipist · 07-17-2008, 06:02 PM

Now I'm faced with a dilemma...
So the Dell deal ends tomorrow and 6 in the morning.
And my Dad doesn't 'want to talk about my computer right now'.
So I think I'm stuck with a custom computer.
Yeah... Stupid parents... They promised they would buy my computer as soon as they got back from their trip... a month ago... >.<

EDIT:
Scratch that!

Just ordered my computer.
Quad core 2.4 baby!
I can't wait to get away from this:
1.8 pent 4
768mb ram
64mb integrated graphics
etc.

chadh92 · 07-19-2008, 01:38 AM

Congrats on your new PC. I upgraded a few months ago as well and man it feels good to go fast. :P

Netrix · 07-19-2008, 08:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShotgunSnipist

I can't wait to get away from this:
1.8 pent 4
768mb ram
64mb integrated graphics
etc.

You did not have it that bad. Before I got my laptop, all I had was this:

400 MHz Intel Pentium 2 (upgraded from 333 MHz)
384 MB RAM
8 MB 3D Rage Pro AGP

It runs Windows XP surprisingly well, however.

MajerPayne · 07-19-2008, 08:55 AM

Kills me to say it....but dude, you should get the dell.

always hated those commercials.

07-16-2008, 08:24 PM	#1 (permalink)
ShotgunSnipist Zune Guardian Join Date: May 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 738 Reputation: 74	Which Computer is Better? Okay so over the last few months I've been trying to get a new computer. Some of you may have seen my last post. So, I'm wondering if this custom computer I have built online (and might order) is better then this computer Dell is offering. Here is my build: Motherboard: Newegg.com - ASUS M2A-VM AM2 AMD 690G Micro ATX AMD Motherboard - AMD Motherboards Processor: Newegg.com - AMD Athlon 64 X2 5400+ Brisbane 2.8GHz 2 x 512KB L2 Cache Socket AM2 65W Dual-Core Processor - Processors RAM: Newegg.com - Crucial Ballistix Tracer 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory - Desktop Memory Power Supply: Newegg.com - Sunbeam PSU-BKS-480-US 480W ATX12V Power Supply 100 - 240 V - Power Supplies Hard Drive: Newegg.com - Seagate Barracuda 7200.11 ST3500320AS 500GB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - Internal Hard Drives Here is a link to the Dell: Inspiron 530 desktop computer deal - $499 after instant savings. Monitor not included. Keep in mind I have the operating system worked out. And I will most likely put XP on the new computer. What is better? Considering I don't care about the price difference. __________________ Invisible Text. =P To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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Gow616 <Genre Unbound> Support Team Premium Member Section Staff Elite Zuner Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Fort Wayne, IN, USA Posts: 2,121 Reputation: 588 Awards Showcase Total Awards: 1	Grab the Dell and a case. It has an Intel Core 2 Quad and at $499 is pretty good deal. You can probably even take the parts put into a new case and upgrade as necessary. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Gow now ships with Trogdor created profile picture and Munke, STKR, Volpe sig. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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Gow616 <Genre Unbound> Support Team Premium Member Section Staff Elite Zuner Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Fort Wayne, IN, USA Posts: 2,121 Reputation: 588 Awards Showcase Total Awards: 1	Motherboard, Case, Power Supply, RAM, GPU, Processor, Hard Drive... Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 is $200 alone. Motherboard that supports it is another $100. Add in the all rest and that $499 Dell seems to be a good deal...depending on what they used for a motherboard and other parts. Even as a computer builder...that build seems like a good starting point for an upgrade build. New case, GPU, etc and you have one boss computer. Even use leftover parts and the ol' Dell Case for a backup computer. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Gow now ships with Trogdor created profile picture and Munke, STKR, Volpe sig. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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Cloud Strife Windows 7 Tech Support Team GFX Crew Section Staff Elite Zuner Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 2,374 Reputation: 560 Awards Showcase Total Awards: 1	Is it just me, or do I not see a case or GPU? Hmm... maybe I would say the Dell, but with a few changes the custom built one would look nice. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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creative zune Experienced Zuner Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 106 Reputation: 29	it all depends on your buget.........

07-17-2008, 06:02 PM	#7 (permalink)
ShotgunSnipist Zune Guardian Join Date: May 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 738 Reputation: 74	Now I'm faced with a dilemma... So the Dell deal ends tomorrow and 6 in the morning. And my Dad doesn't 'want to talk about my computer right now'. So I think I'm stuck with a custom computer. Yeah... Stupid parents... They promised they would buy my computer as soon as they got back from their trip... a month ago... >.< EDIT: Scratch that! Just ordered my computer. Quad core 2.4 baby! I can't wait to get away from this: 1.8 pent 4 768mb ram 64mb integrated graphics etc. __________________ Invisible Text. =P To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Last edited by ShotgunSnipist : 07-17-2008 at 07:58 PM.

07-19-2008, 01:38 AM	#8 (permalink)
chadh92 Squirt Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 26 Reputation: 13	Congrats on your new PC. I upgraded a few months ago as well and man it feels good to go fast. :P __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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