Another thread asking opinions about a computer

[hitogoroshi]

So my laptop's got a terrible graphics card and while it could never run games well it can't even run many of them at all now. (Games that lag horribly include: TF2, L4D, BRAID???). So I am looking into a desktop. It's a fine line because I'm a college student and as such not terribly rich but I understand that paying more now can save me money in the future. Let's call my maximum ceiling $800 (and that HAS to include the monitor), but I'm very receptive to lowered prices.

I've found a pretty good looking deal, and I'd like your guys opinions on it. I also don't want to be one of those people who make a help topic and ignore advice/don't reveal criterion, so if someone thinks they know of a better deal than the one I've linked, here's what I'm looking for:

• 4GB RAM
• 64 bit processor/OS (most windows computers now give Vista w/ the free windows 7 upgrade - I want that!)
• Non-integrated graphics - I don't care about the brand so much, as long as I can switch it with a better one when the time comes
• A decent monitor

Thanks much for the help!

[Translucid]

Re: Another thread asking opinions about a computer

The cheapest thing will always be to build your own computer, but as far as put together deals go, that one's pretty good. Hard drive size is relatively small, considering terabyte drives just get cheaper and cheaper, but if you don't use a ton of space, then that should last you a long while.

[hitogoroshi]

Re: Another thread asking opinions about a computer

After asking around other places and doing more comparisons, I bought this one.

I like that it's nice and modular - I'll be able to upgrade it for a good long while.

I'll try to post some pictures when it's shipped and set up.

[Translucid]

Re: Another thread asking opinions about a computer

get some LEDs on that boiiii

[hitogoroshi]

Re: Another thread asking opinions about a computer

that will make it run the google more faster right???

[Translucid]

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yeah my brother got a bunch on his computer his processor goes at like 7 terabytes because he overcooked it

[John Mora]

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Wow what a tasteful computer I would be proud to show people

[Alzar]

Re: Another thread asking opinions about a computer

hito - that's quite a good computer for the price, good deal. newegg rules.