Building or buying

marxr87 · 06-25-2007, 06:10 PM

Alright, here is the story. I should be deploying to Iraq in December. Until then, I want a computer that is cheap but plays most new games well. Is it possible to build or buy (including peripherals) a comp that will do this for under $700? I'm willing to do either, I just want the most bang for my buck. As far as buying goes, how does this comp look (I know it doesn't have peripherals). http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16883227014

Edit: Also, any ideas on laptops for when I go to Iraq? I would like one that is good with multimedia(movies, games too, but not necessarily top of the line or anything) I would like to keep it under $1200

wizle · 06-25-2007, 06:24 PM

Great starter, plenty of potential for upgrades. I have never had ne luck with laptops, someone else will advise you on one of those.
And welcome to the Computer Forum

06-25-2007, 06:10 PM	#1 (permalink)
marxr87 New Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 10	Building or buying Alright, here is the story. I should be deploying to Iraq in December. Until then, I want a computer that is cheap but plays most new games well. Is it possible to build or buy (including peripherals) a comp that will do this for under $700? I'm willing to do either, I just want the most bang for my buck. As far as buying goes, how does this comp look (I know it doesn't have peripherals). http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16883227014 Edit: Also, any ideas on laptops for when I go to Iraq? I would like one that is good with multimedia(movies, games too, but not necessarily top of the line or anything) I would like to keep it under $1200 Last edited by marxr87; 06-25-2007 at 06:14 PM.

06-25-2007, 06:24 PM	#2 (permalink)
wizle Gold Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Oregon Age: 68 Posts: 416	Great starter, plenty of potential for upgrades. I have never had ne luck with laptops, someone else will advise you on one of those. And welcome to the Computer Forum __________________ Cooler Master Centurion Gigabyte DS3 rev3.3 E6400 G.Skill 2 Gigs Radeon X1300 Xclio 450W 19" Princeton CRT I am no longer responsible for my actions or deeds...I'm retired Last edited by wizle; 06-25-2007 at 06:26 PM.

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