Please vote on 1 of these 3

(HP)Operating system Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Processor AMD Phenom(TM) II X4 920 quad-core processor [2.8GHz, 2MB L2 + 6MB L3 shared, up to 4000MT/s] Memory 4GB DDR3-1066MHz SDRAM [2 DIMMs] Hard drive FREE UPGRADE! 640GB 7200 rpm SATA 3Gb/s hard Graphics card 1GB ATI Radeon HD 4850 [2 DVI, HDMI and VGA Primary optical drive LightScribe 16X max. DVD+/-R/RW SuperMulti drive =$839.99---------------------------------------------DEll Dell PROCESSORS Intel® Core™ i5-650 processor(4MB Cache, 3.20GHz) MEMORY 4GB Dual Channel DDR3 SDRAM at 1333MHz - 4 DIMMs HARD DRIVE 500GB - 7200RPM, SATA 3.0Gb/s, 16MB Cache VIDEO CARD ATI Radeon HD 5770 1024MB GDDR5 Primary optical drive LightScribe 16X max. DVD+/-R/RW SuperMulti driveor $879.00------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Alienware Alienware 525W Power Supply Intel® Core™ i7 920 2.66GHz (8MB Cache) Quad Core Processor Single 1GB GDDR5 ATI Radeon™ HD 5870 6GB Triple Channel 1067MHz DDR3 I can go with the 6GB Triple Channel 1333Mhz DDR3 [add $50 if that matters 640GB - SATA-II, 3Gb/s, 7,200RPM, 16MB Cache HDD Single Drive: 24X CD/DVD burner (DVD+/-RW) w/double layer write capability $1499.99..........This system will be for family pics,videos heavy websufing and light gaming I would like to play cod typ games pr the new battlefield coming up.I know most would go to alienware but I would like the vote to be on what I need not just because its more expensive but if thats the case that alienware is the best option let me know.

God this gives me a headache. I guess the 2nd, or 1st.millerlight89

Im sorry lol I just want to make sure Im getting the right thing,I have today to order before I leave again and I honestly cant make a decision.

[QUOTE="millerlight89"]God this gives me a headache. I guess the 2nd, or 1st.vIGAMEIv

Im sorry lol I just want to make sure Im getting the right thing,I have today to order before I leave again and I honestly cant make a decision.

(HP)Operating system Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Processor AMD Phenom(TM) II X4 920 quad-core processor [2.8GHz, 2MB L2 + 6MB L3 shared, up to 4000MT/s] Memory 4GB DDR3-1066MHz SDRAM [2 DIMMs] Hard drive FREE UPGRADE! 640GB 7200 rpm SATA 3Gb/s hard Graphics card 1GB ATI Radeon HD 4850 [2 DVI, HDMI and VGA Primary optical drive LightScribe 16X max. DVD+/-R/RW SuperMulti drive =$839.99

DEll Dell PROCESSORS Intel® Core™ i5-650 processor(4MB Cache, 3.20GHz) MEMORY 4GB Dual Channel DDR3 SDRAM at 1333MHz - 4 DIMMs HARD DRIVE 500GB - 7200RPM, SATA 3.0Gb/s, 16MB Cache VIDEO CARD ATI Radeon HD 5770 1024MB GDDR5 Primary optical drive LightScribe 16X max. DVD+/-R/RW SuperMulti driveor $879.00

Alienware Alienware 525W Power Supply Intel® Core™ i7 920 2.66GHz (8MB Cache) Quad Core Processor Single 1GB GDDR5 ATI Radeon™ HD 5870 6GB Triple Channel 1067MHz DDR3 I can go with the 6GB Triple Channel 1333Mhz DDR3 [add $50 if that matters 640GB - SATA-II, 3Gb/s, 7,200RPM, 16MB Cache HDD Single Drive: 24X CD/DVD burner (DVD+/-RW) w/double layer write capability $1499.99

This system will be for family pics,videos heavy websufing and light gaming I would like to play cod typ games pr the new battlefield coming up.I know most would go to alienware but I would like the vote to be on what I need not just because its more expensive but if thats the case that alienware is the best option let me know.

I I tried Formatting it and it would get me an error something like this html can not be formatted.vIGAMEIv

One last word on Dell.

I really hate them.

Their business model is molded entirely on gaining new customers. Their support for current customers is terrible. They tout how they offer phone support for 1,2, or 3 years but their techs are not computer savy at all. They are just reading a script from a flip chart and walking through the options available. They made me waste 30 minutes on the phone with a tech just to get them to replace a mouse under warranty with idiodic questions like, "Is the mouse plugged in? Is the computer on? Is the operating system running?"

If you are not computer savy and expect a lot of support I would not go with Dell.

Aw man-U should've added a 0 vote ! ! lol JK - the first one seemed okay to, mainly because it was teh cheaper of the 3,, and from what little I read about them - u don't seem to be getting much more the the Xtra Moola that u'd be shuckin out for any of this SHtuff ! !

What is, I'd like to buy a vowel, Alex? Erm...number 3...if you aren't going to build...

Number 2 is the best choice for LIGHT gaming. He is not gaming enough for a 5870. Number 2 is really the best choice for you.millerlight89

Thanks Miller, On a side note on a scale of1 to 10 how well will cod(MW2) play on this

I guess this may also start a flame war but one should ask the question if it is always good policy to get the best PC components you can for your money or go budget and save the money for a future upgrade. My personal feeling is that PC components go obsolete very fast. CPU sockets, DIMM pin formats, PCI-E slots, and motherboards change up so fast that I prefer to get the best that I can today because upgrades 2-3 years from now will likely require a new motherboard and a complete core hardware replacement anyway.jcohenx

[QUOTE="millerlight89"]Number 2 is the best choice for LIGHT gaming. He is not gaming enough for a 5870. Number 2 is really the best choice for you.vIGAMEIv

Thanks Miller, On a side note on a scale of1 to 10 how well will cod(MW2) play on this

[QUOTE="vIGAMEIv"]

[QUOTE="millerlight89"]Number 2 is the best choice for LIGHT gaming. He is not gaming enough for a 5870. Number 2 is really the best choice for you.millerlight89

Thanks Miller, On a side note on a scale of1 to 10 how well will cod(MW2) play on this

1920 x1080p?lol

That is a big rez for that card, it will run it good enough. I think you will be fine with it. Though if you aren't you can upgrade the videocard. The 3rd rig is the best, but really too much for pictures, web-surfing, and light gaming.millerlight89

How hard would it be if I went with the simple dell with the basic card that came with it for $749.99 then install a 5870 my self how hard would that be and can it be done?

So the second one looks good I just need this oc to last 5 years.if I had time I would really try to build it myself I feal with your guys help it can be done.

So the second one looks good I just need this oc to last 5 years.if I had time I would really try to build it myself I feal with your guys help it can be done.

vIGAMEIv

Just a suggestion...

Example:

One last word on Dell.

I really hate them.

Their business model is molded entirely on gaining new customers. Their support for current customers is terrible. They tout how they offer phone support for 1,2, or 3 years but their techs are not computer savy at all. They are just reading a script from a flip chart and walking through the options available. They made me waste 30 minutes on the phone with a tech just to get them to replace a mouse under warranty with idiodic questions like, "Is the mouse plugged in? Is the computer on? Is the operating system running?"

If you are not computer savy and expect a lot of support I would not go with Dell.

jcohenx

So the second one looks good I just need this oc to last 5 years.if I had time I would really try to build it myself I feal with your guys help it can be done.

vIGAMEIv

lol, glad to hear it. What's your budget? Also, do you need a monitor and speakers?superclocked

[QUOTE="superclocked"]lol, glad to hear it. What's your budget? Also, do you need a monitor and speakers?vIGAMEIv

[QUOTE="vIGAMEIv"][QUOTE="superclocked"]lol, glad to hear it. What's your budget? Also, do you need a monitor and speakers?millerlight89

$1100.00

Also I need the computer Im on to work untill I can build the new one .I think it just keep crashing for some odd reason,also when I use google and click on a link I get redirected to other sites .Dell says they charge $129.99 to look and fix it.

Also I need the computer Im on to work untill I can build the new one .I think it just keep crashing for some odd reason,also when I use google and click on a link I get redirected to other sites .Dell says they charge $129.99 to look and fix it.

vIGAMEIv

Im keeping the keyboard mouse etc I would like to get it as close as possable to the Alienware build for $1000.00

You're not going to get that close to the Alienware build for under $1000, especially with the 5970 video card and the i7 processor but that's a lot more than you need for casual PC use. Alienware really specializes in hardcore gaming systems. Here's a build I did recently for about $900. I did not include a case because I think others can recommend a better one. The CPU and GPU are not top shelf but decent mid shelf that will last for years. The mobo is crossfire ready but my feeling is that by the time you can afford a second GPU you are probably going to want one good high end card anyway.

ARCTIC COOLING Freezer 7 Pro Rev.2 92mm Fluid Dynamic CPU Cooler

Seagate Barracuda 7200.12 ST3500418AS 500GB 7200 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive

G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600

Intel Core i5-750 Lynnfield 2.66GHz 8MB L3 Cache LGA 1156 95W Quad-Core CPU

OCZ ModXStream Pro OCZ700MXSP 700W PSU

GIGABYTE GA-P55A-UD3 LGA 1156 Intel P55 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard HIS H577FM1GD

Radeon HD 5770 1GB 128-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 GPU

LG Black 24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 16X DVD+R DL 24X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM SATA DVD Burner

Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit 1-Pack for System Builders - OEM

Well Since were building a computer I want it to be a gaming pc!!and a Monster everyone was telling me I was overpaying by $500.00 for the alienware do that should bring me to $1000.00 right?

Well Since were building a computer I want it to be a gaming pc!!and a Monster everyone was telling me I was overpaying by $500.00 for the alienware do that should bring me to $1000.00 right?

vIGAMEIv

Should I start a new thread?to get help and more then 1 opinion but Im liking your build

Hell, I might as well put an i5 build together too... Build 3: $199.99 - Intel Core i5-750 Lynnfield Quad-Core Processor $139.99 - ASRock P55 Extreme LGA 1156 Motherboard $104.99 - G.SKILL Ripjaws Series 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 1866MHz RAM $404.99 - ASUS Radeon HD 5870 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Video Card $139.98 - COOLER MASTER RC-690 Black Case + COOLER MASTER 700W Power Supply combo deal $69.99 - Western Digital Caviar Black 500GB 3.0Gb/s SATA Hard Drive w/ 32MB Cache $19.99 - SAMSUNG Black 22X SATA DVD Burner _______ $1079.92 Like the others, everything is top of the line. And it's closer to $1100...superclocked

How long would a system like that last?All I would have to do is upgrade parts along the years right?

[QUOTE="superclocked"]Hell, I might as well put an i5 build together too... Build 3: $199.99 - Intel Core i5-750 Lynnfield Quad-Core Processor $139.99 - ASRock P55 Extreme LGA 1156 Motherboard $104.99 - G.SKILL Ripjaws Series 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 1866MHz RAM $404.99 - ASUS Radeon HD 5870 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Video Card $139.98 - COOLER MASTER RC-690 Black Case + COOLER MASTER 700W Power Supply combo deal $69.99 - Western Digital Caviar Black 500GB 3.0Gb/s SATA Hard Drive w/ 32MB Cache $19.99 - SAMSUNG Black 22X SATA DVD Burner _______ $1079.92 Like the others, everything is top of the line. And it's closer to $1100...vIGAMEIv

How long would a system like that last?All I would have to do is upgrade parts along the years right?