I want to get a gaming computer should i buy one from dell or alienware or should i try to build one?
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if u want a really good gaming computer i would go with alienware
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Have one custom built, much cheaper.\n\nwww.cyberpowerpc.com\nwww.alienware.com (more expensive, but better for gaming)\n\nand there are many others.\n\nedit: i know from experience (i called and got a quote) that Dell costs more for less features.  Also, companies like Dell tend to use lower quality parts to save themselves money.
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I have worked with both expensive and cheap DELL machines and other computers such as GENESIS, Fujitsu Siemens, RM, etc. I have also seen some HP in action. But if you want to buy a medium range computer I suggest DELL.\n1. Because dell mashines are actually extensivelly tested before they go out.\n2. You buy quality: just open a DELL and see how the cooling system works, how good built the components are etc. These mashines are simply impresive. However you may also find that are abit more expensive than other mashines which may appear to be faster. However you pay a bit more because you buy quality and quality means that during summer a medium range dell wont overheat and after 1-2 years the cooling system will be as good as new or in your area you may have free technical support with the option to have a repair man coming to your home to fix your dell if it has a problem. However DELL's never break down. So you dont have to pay for this service
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I prefer alienware for all my noncustomized stuff.  They have great laptops for professionals already setup
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This really comes down to a question of "What do you want to do?".  A lot of my friends ask me for advice when they are goign to buy a new computer.  That is always the first question that I ask them.  If you're just going to use a computer for Internet, email, and other simple tasks, then you do not need a top-of-the-line system, and can go a few years on what you have.  If you are a hardcore gamer, then you obviously would need more processor, memory, a super graphics cards and sound card, and nice speakers.  Then you would probably want to upgrade your graphics card every year or so to keep up with the games.  The best way to "stay on top" of the ever changing technology landscape is to build a custom system (or have it built), and then everything will be modular.  Make sure that the motherboad will accept processors on up the line, for a CPU upgrade in the future.  This way, when you feel that your computer is too far behind, you can evaluate what you need to upgrade.
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I think it all depends on the specification of the notebooks. If you are going for the game... I suggest Alienware notebook, XPS for Dell, and for me I thought Toshiba was pretty good overall.
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Desk top computers are the way to go.  You will get a faster computer than a laptop at the same price.  Laptops are usually 1.5 times more expensive than the desktop conterpart in terms of specifications.  You are definiately paying for your portablity.  Laptops are good for home or office use.  They are not recommended for gaming.\n\nThe best overall desktop type of computer is an eMachine.  They are well built and are not expensive.  They even have a unique program that automatically fixes any erros that windows likes to give people that cannot be found on any other computer.  It is best used as a home, office, or internet computer.\n\nIf you are looking for a gaming computer, the best way is to build your own.  There are no "cheaper" brands that are really gamer friendly.  The best gaming computer would be Alienware.  They build computers specifically for gamers.  If you have the money, this is the way to go.\n\nHp is ok, and is usable.  Hp is more geared toward picture management, home video optimization, media, ect.\n\nDO NOT USE:\nCompaq\nDell\n\nThese computers are "cookie cutters."  They are produced en mass and are not well built.  The components that they use are not optimized for the computer.  Cheaper is not always better.  For example, the RAM is not fast enough to keep up the the CPU or vice versa.  And what I hear from other people, Dell's customer support sucks.\n\nVOTE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH!
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If you know how to put together a computer (really not that hard) then build one yourself, it will save you about 2000 dollars or more.\nWhen you buy an Alienware, you are paying for labor and for the prestigous name of "Alienware"\nIf you like their case designs, wait and look for them on ebay searching "Alienware towers", "Alienware cases," or even "Alienware".\nits that simple, plus, if you build your own, you know if anything is wrong, and you don't have to wait 2 months for your computer to come in.  If you want parts, look at www.zipzoomfly.com or www.newegg.com\nBoth combined should have everything you ever need
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Alienware is WAY overrated! I have two Area-51 laptops and they both have been pieces of crap. Countless hardware issues and slow technical service. I know several others who have had similar encounters with their Alienware computers. They look nice, other than that, they SUCK!
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I prefer Dell to Gateway, period, in terms of service and reliability.\n\nThat said, there are many notebooks better than Dell, but you'll pay a premium price for a premium product. For entertainment, you should investigate Alienware's notebooks.
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Dude, BUILD ONE YOURSELF!  You'll get better components and you'll feel better about yourself having done this knowing you didn't just pay for Dell or Gateway to slap their name on it and give you an overpriced pc.\n\nAs far as AMD or Intel,  they both have great chips right now!  You wouldn't go wrong with either chip.  \nGeForce 7950 GX2 is top of the line right now alongside ATI's X1900 Crossfire graphics card.\nNVIDIA nForce 600i Series are built for gaming, Asus, Abit, MSI, Intel's 965 Extreme Edition chipset.\nLook at www.computerpoweruser.com also.  They offer some good comparisons of motherboards, graphics cards, memory, displays, etc.\nHere's a few sites that offer some good bundle deals and overall prices. \n\nhttp://www.tigerdirect.com/\n\nhttp://newegg.com/\n\nhttp://www.pcmech.com/byopc/\n\nhttp://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/Home.jsp\n\nhttp://www.mwave.com/mwave/index.hmx?\n\nGood luck & Have fun!
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look at the min requirements for your game, then double them.  then you will know you have a laptop that should run the programs with out problems.  Don't look only at name brand, I bet alot of people that don't know jack about computers will come on here and say get a dell, fuckin ay the name don't mean jack! its the guts that matter.
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Dell, get a model for about $1000.  I write computer games and this works fine.
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Dell sucks. its for amateur computer users.if you want a reliable machine with good service, HP, or Toshiba is the way to go. However, if you want an ultra high performance computer, try the Mayhem series on ABS.com, or Alienware.
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Dell is about standard, but not my favorite.\n\nI'd have to say a home built one, made from individual parts. That way, if it outperforms the standard pc, and cost less, ya can't beat it!
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You can buy a basic computer from Dell cheaper than you can buy the parts to make one yourself.  You can save a few hundred on a high-end gaming machine by building it yourself.  Newegg, see sources, is a very good source for parts.
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Well, the $1500 limit sets you up a bit, but you can still get a good pc.\n\n1) Processor-  Definitely AMD for gaming, you get a definite advantage. Dual Core is also worthwhile. Pretty much any X2, even the cheapest, should serve you well.\n\n2) Hard Drive- Whatever capacity floats your boat and at least 7200rpms.\n\n3) RAM- Minimum of 1gb, 2gb if you want to be a bit more future proofed.\n\n4) Video Card- 6600, 6800, 6700 or 6800, whichever you can afford. Don't go cheaper than these and get one with no less than 128mb, preferably 256mb.\n\nOther than that, have fun! Dell has an XPS line of computers intended for gaming and Alienware has some nice gaming computers too.