Any opinions on Alienware computers?
347706
great computers, but very expensive....you can build one your self for less. building your own computer isn't difficult to do, the down side is you have to be your own tech support
317074
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!
150575
Dell XPS is a great system. Alienware make better gaming machines...Gateway...they just plain suck.  gateway and e-machines merged a while back. Now its just a bigger company that sells crap computers.
369209
The Aurora ALX systems are currently the best.  Alienware is extremely expensive, but unmatched when it comes to hardware optimization.  When SLI was first introduced, they had Video Array technology, which was better and could use any two PCI-E graphics cards together without the drawbacks and compatibility issues that SLI had.  Now they are offering PPU (PhysX Processing Unit) which is a separate processor that runs instructions specifically for the physical aspects of gaming.  This provides a much better gaming experience - especially in PhysX enabled games.\n\nAs for controllers, I have a RumblePad around here somewhere, but I barely use it unless I'm running an emulator or something.
34263
Every answer above is what 90% of the population believes. Dell, HP...etc. I have done a lot of research into this subject. You need to know about OEM and ODM companies. A great place to get information on this and all notebook questions is at notebookforums.com\n\nPeople who are "in the know" buy notebooks from companies such as Sager, Prostar, Hypersonic, Alienware and my favorites are Falcon-NW (luxury) & ASUS. ASUS makes some of the best built most stylish laptops available. Do a Google search to find online resellers. Most of the ones I listed above are not to be found in a store but rather online.  If you must have follow the pack and get an average laptop from a local electronic store then I would suggest HP. Stay away from Emachines at all costs! As well as anything from Fry's...not good to deal with them. Good luck!
304235
First you would need to know what your budget is.  After that then you can choose whether you want AMD or Intel.  Once that choice is made you need to choose your graphics either ATI or NVIDIA.  Then of course I would have at least 1 gig of RAM.  But to illustrate more check these sites out:\nwww.alienware.com\nwww.voodoopc.com\n\nVoodoo has some really nice machines, they are expensive...but you get what you pay for and they also tell you which machines are better at gaming or different processes that you may use them for.  A plus is that if you know how to build a computer check out their core parts and price them then order and put them together yourself...asuming you know how.
1070947
I have an Emachine.  As of this date I haven't had any problems with it at all.  This is my 4th computer.  Two others were Dells and one was a Hewlard Packard.   For the price I paid I think it is wonderful.
429483
Very good. I enjoy them ^^. They Run Windows Xp Pretty Fast too. Mac os X is nice on it too. Only thing to complain upon is the retail software support thas it!
307832
The use is needed to be known to trully answer this question. \n\nDell is moving up as far as what it can and cant do, and as far as saying it cant be a gaming computer is wrong. I mean yeah its not intended for it, but they have ones you can upgrade to, to do so. But if you want a good investment there is no better way then building it yourself.
328703
If you considered alienware.... you definitely like games. Alienware is THE BEST gaming pc ever. its a bit pricey though.\n\nThe dell XPS is just a model of dell which was released just to compete with alienware and voodoo pc.\n\nThe XPS is not better at programing just because its from dell. The Alienware can be used for anything, but it is specially desgned for gaming. But you can completely customize it to your needs and budget. The alienware is also a far more experienced company at making high end gaming PC's.\n\nYou can also consider voodoo pc which is also and excellent brand for gaming. It was voted as the best gaming pc by PC Magazine.\n\nIf it were up to me i wouldnt even think about buying anything other than an alienware.
765852
Well it might have helped if you gave a more in depth description of the Apple, but anyway the answer is, it depends on what you wanna do with it.  For gaming there is no question, it is the Alienware without a doubt.  Other than that, the two are fairly similar, you have a faster processor and more RAM on the Apple, but more hard drive on the Alienware.  I would say that if gaming interests you at all, definately go with the Alienware, otherwise just pick which format (Mac vs. Windows) that you prefer and which one is cheaper.
1097556
Alien Ware has sweet laptops that has high performance, and can play music games and all kind of stuff. they have won so many awards.  U can get a small one for $700. The big one cost like $4000. this is on circuit city.com. u got shop around.
897565
Really depends on what it will be used for. Processor is okay as well as the memory. Pretty good size hard drive and okay video card. Again it really depends on it's primary function. Overall, I would say it's a pretty good deal. Also, check out www.deals2buy.com and they usually have Dell coupons on there and that might help save you a few more bucks.
624021
please dont listen to danuitti's prices, apparently he thinks every thing costs 100 dollars...\n\nati radeon x1800 video card-$150\nHD 150-200$\n2 gigs of ram ( i dont know the brand you have so here is an estimate) $150\nasus mobo $200\n3800 dual amd processor-$300\ncooling system: 15 bucks per fan and a liquid collant set up that would likely cost between 50 and 75 bucks\nsound card $55\ncase 100$\nOS 90$ \nit sounds like you got an alienware product. the company is well known for well built PCs and also insanely expensive PCs...900 dollars was a damn good deal
714478
I disagreement Acid Man because although they have "cheap" prices, they provide Technical Support if you have trouble with your Dell. Also they have high quality processors and they are great. See for yourself\nhttp://www.dell.com/content/products/category.aspx/notebooks?c=us&cs=19&l=en&s=dhs
470636
I built mine and it runs real good.\nAMD Ahlon 3800+ dual core \n2GB Corsair XMS RAM\nXFX 7800GT Video Card\n74GB 10,000 RPM Raptor HD\n320 GB SATAII 16MB Cache HD \n250GB SATA Seagate HD\n120GB PATA HD\nWinfast PVR TV Tuner\n2 NEC DVD-RWs\nM-Audio Revo 7.1 Sound Card\nFloppy drive + 7 in one card reader\n\nNever have bought a brand except for laptop. Regretted buying a store-built one (Cheap components).\n\nAll in a big huge CoolerMaster Stacker Case
120588
Well the best one is that which has top components. Take a look at what alienware has to offer, or toshiba satellite series. These are the best.