Alienware

[BagOfDeadCats]

I'm getting a new computer in the coming months, and I was looking at an Alienware system for $1k that seemed pretty good. What is the general opinion regarding these systems?

http://www.dell.com/us/en/home/desk...px?refid=alienware-aurora&s=dhs&cs=19#reviews

Also, I need to be sure my monitor will fit the computer I get, and I'm not sure what I need to check.

 

[Stoic Sentinel]

I can safely say that you can without a doubt build yourself a much better computer instead of taking crap from Dell.
You can find most parts at:
http://www.newegg.com/

 

[BagOfDeadCats]

I have a custom built computer right now that someone else put together for me and it's been problematic since I got it. I would have to assemble the new computer by myself and I'm a noob. A lazy one at that.

 

[porterjw]

Doesn't matter - if you have a few hours to put into building your own system (with a *TON* of support from here, keep in mind), you can save a lot of money and have a great system. Sound like the person who built your last one did it half-assed or had no clue what they were doing.

 

[joh06937]

those are usually overpriced (at least compared to what you could build on your own). even a total noob can put together a rig (with a little help from us ).
for the rig/monitor, what do you plan on doing? if any gaming, do you hope to max everything out or do you just want a medium settings rig?

 

[BagOfDeadCats]

I'm going to be gaming, internet browsing, and downloading/playing media primarily. i just need to make sure my monitor will plug into the new system properly.

How much would I be looking at spending roughly if I built a CPU? I don't need monitor, mouse, keyboard, or speakers, just the case and everything inside it. I don't want top of the line stuff, I want to spend less than 1k if possible.

 

[joh06937]

building your own cpu? might be a bit tough . if you mean (and i'm assuming you do) "pc" you should be able to keep it under $1000 while getting a good rig out of it, especially seeing as how you have all of the peripherals already.

 

[BagOfDeadCats]

I don't necessarily enjoy building computers, and it would be very stressful for me. The Alienware seems to have good specs. It doesn't seem too overpriced considering the time and stress I would save.

 

[linkin]

Building a computer is not stressful or difficult. you just need some knowledge in advance:

http://www.computerforum.com/104641-how-build-computer-step-step-photos.html

I can tell you now that alienware is no good. If you are really intent on having it built for you then try iBuyPower

 

[daisymtc]

It overpriced. That $1000 machine worth $700-750 if you build it yourself...
May be have a look at ibuypower/ cyberpowerpc??
But I do recommend you go to their website and get a better PSU.

 

[BagOfDeadCats]

I checked out cyberpowerpc and I really liked what they had to offer with the customization and good prices. I would much rather custom build a pc and have it assembled than do it all myself. Only there are so many specifics to choose from, I would need someone to help me build it. For instance I want a fan that will be very quiet and I wouldn't know which would be best for me.

 

[jarlmaster47]

if you don't want to build ur computer go to a better website. velocity micro is good, digital storm is good, etc.

 

[BagOfDeadCats]

cyberpower seemed just as good as digital storm, whats the difference?

 

[jarlmaster47]

cyberpower seemed just as good as digital storm, whats the difference?

digital storm does overclocking for u, quality builds, higher and more intensive testing, better packaging, better parts and better cooling