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Old 07-01-2009, 07:22 AM   #25 (permalink)
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I could've bought a pre-built Gateway for $100 or so less with a better video card (GTX 285), but I assumed Gateway used cheap parts that would hurt me in the long run.
Yeah, especially in the powersupply and motherboard area. Plus you can always overclock your rig
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Dont skimp on a power supply,if it fails, it usually takes out other components alongside it.
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