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| 725172 | 2008-12-02 10:44:00 | Where is the best place to shop for a new computer in NZ(best if it was chch). I know nothing about them and all I want it to do is to be able to get max FPS on SCII(starcraft2 for whoever is living under a rock.) I also want one that can be upgraded later :P. I'm prob coming off stupid lol. | Xypher (14353) | ||
| 725173 | 2008-12-02 18:18:00 | IMO you should build your own. It's a lot cheaper, and can be upgraded later easily, as it doesn't use special parts that companies such as Dell and HP use. If you need help with what you need etc, a computer shop in Christchurch may be able to help you. (I don't know what's there as I'm in Auckland. :p) |
pcuser42 (130) | ||
| 725174 | 2008-12-02 20:08:00 | there are a few Dragon Pc, Heard good things about them, friend got one built by them Paragon good service Pc direct good rep Im sure there are many more check the yellow pages |
beama (111) | ||
| 725175 | 2008-12-02 20:46:00 | I have purchased a few from Tastech Computers and had them sent up to Nelson, good service no problems. I am not game enough to build one myself.:eek: |
Arnie (6624) | ||
| 725176 | 2008-12-02 20:47:00 | Give Nick a call at CBCNZ Custom Built Computers, hes based down Fitzgerald Ave in the old Pickwicks building (big yellow building near Kilmore street intersection) Another guy Des (recommend him over Nick) can't remember the business, its web based but he works out of home in Chch. I will post the link tonight when I get home. |
DeSade (984) | ||
| 725177 | 2008-12-02 21:04:00 | Where is the best place to shop for a new computer in NZ(best if it was chch). I know nothing about them and all I want it to do is to be able to get max FPS on SCII(starcraft2 for whoever is living under a rock.) I also want one that can be upgraded later :P. I'm prob coming off stupid lol. If you're building the computer for one particular game, I'd wait till the game comes out. Hardware will be cheaper, or you'll be able to get something faster for the same money. |
utopian201 (6245) | ||
| 725178 | 2008-12-02 21:29:00 | I can't edit so the link for Des above is Globespec http://www.globespec.co.nz/ |
DeSade (984) | ||
| 725179 | 2008-12-02 22:00:00 | Basically you have three choices: 1. Buy a brand-name from a retailer = Hardly Normal, Noel Leeming etc 2. Order a custom built or higher-end brand-name from a specialist computer business 3. Build your own. Personally I think No 2 is the best option - then you have someone to shout at. :D The trick is to find a reliable person to deal with and this forum is the right place to ask. Also don't try to chisel the cheapest deal. You may as well buy Dell. If you want ongoing support and a good relationship, respect the need of the guy you deal with to make a living. |
Winston001 (3612) | ||
| 725180 | 2008-12-02 23:12:00 | I like ascent.co.nz They are in Wellington but free delivery, you can get them to build it for you if you want and you choose the parts. Pple on the forum can help you with the parts. |
Nomad (952) | ||
| 725181 | 2008-12-02 23:21:00 | in CHCH def go and have a chat with DragonPC, if you tell them specifically what you want to be able to do they will hook you up. | kersonan (13264) | ||
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