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| 667217 | 2008-05-08 03:48:00 | Hey guy, dose Anyone know a good gaming computer for around a $1000 buks. And i need a Quote for the price because I'm buying it though a loan:clap . |
ACKS (11537) | ||
| 667218 | 2008-05-08 03:51:00 | Build one, it'll probably be cheaper than buying a system already made up | Speedy Gonzales (78) | ||
| 667219 | 2008-05-08 04:01:00 | Ok what the best one i can make for $1000 | ACKS (11537) | ||
| 667220 | 2008-05-08 04:05:00 | Depends what kind of system you want (Intel or AMD), and what kind of CPU / hdd, and the amount of ram, and videocard, you want | Speedy Gonzales (78) | ||
| 667221 | 2008-05-08 04:28:00 | Do a search, I'm sure many came across that question before. If you do not know how to build a computer, most computer parts shop can build it for you for an extra charge (or google up and learn something in the process.) I don't think you can get too much for $1000 if you need to buy a LCD monitor and Windows. To get you started, www.pricespy.co.nz is a good place for parts. Or you can order those 'special' pre-built systems from most computer shops and ask them for price difference on an upgrades. The Graphics cards is the most important thing in a gaming machine. Also you should consider 4GB RAM (2GB minimum if you want to save some cash now and upgrade it later). Get AMD X2 instead of Core2Duo if you want to save some $ for the Graphics card. One often, over-looked point is the power supply, you should get a decent one. What you don't need: Nice looking case and flashy lights, you don't need those. really. My box spent most if it's life under my desk ;) |
Nemausa (13719) | ||
| 667222 | 2008-05-08 04:37:00 | Personally I'd never borrow money to buy a computer (or in fact almost anything...). By the time you've paid the loan off, the computer would be worth less than the amount of the loan. If i were you, I'd save up the $1000. First, you wouldn't have to pay any interest, so you would really be paying $1000, not $1000 now + interest Secondly, by the time you've saved up enough money, you'd be able to get the same computer you would have got now for cheaper, or you would be able to get a better computer for the same price. Thirdly, by the time you've saved up $1000, it would actually be more than $1000, because of the interest you earn (or you could get to $1000 earlier by using the interest earned as part of your buying money...). Anyway, what you'd want is bang for buck. Don't get the best anything, you'll always pay a significant premium (say 75-100% more) for only 10-25% increase in performance. Having said that, I try not to skimp on keyboard, monitor or mouse. These can be easily carried over to a future computer once you replace your new one. Keyboard isn't as important as mouse for gaming, but if you find a good mouse, you'll never have to replace it (unless it physically wears out and breaks). I'm still using my Intellimouse 3.0 from 6 years ago. Monitor is important too, its what you'll be staring at. To be honest, $1000 is a bit limited for a gaming machine. If you were intent on getting a machine no matter what, you could consider trademe. Depreciation on computers is a killer, I'd say you would probably be able to get a near new computer for 50% of the price. |
utopian201 (6245) | ||
| 667223 | 2008-05-08 06:17:00 | Theres no way you are getting a gaming computer for under a $1000 unless you have a decent screen already (LCD or CRT) and a copy of Windows you can install yourself. Just call shops like ascent or pbtech or check out their websites and pre-built packages to get a sense of what $1000 will get you. |
beeswax34 (63) | ||
| 667224 | 2008-05-08 06:25:00 | To give you a rough Idea - I have just done a quote for a person - and comparing apples with apples I compared it from parts priced at Ascent. (direct from their web site) Keep in mind that its parts ONLY and this one has onboard Graphics, so you would need to add in a graphic card and possible board change. (this was not requested as a gaming PC) Motherboard – Asus P5k-V Case Gigabyte GZ-X1 PSU Corsair 450W VX CPU E8200 Core 2 DUO 2.6 RAM 3 GB Hard Drive Seagate 500GB SATA2 7,200 RPM (32MB) Optical ASUS DRW-2014L1T OS Windows XP Home SP3 ASCENTS price $1200.00 ( actually $1199 + a few cents give or take) Then add in what ever they charge for building, and a LCD Keyboard / Mouse if you want one. |
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