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Desktop Vs Laptop?
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My 12 year old dell desktop computer has finally Died. Time for a new computer. i have a budget of 1k to work with, i love PC Games An need something that can handle my games (Crisis 2/Napoleon Total War). But im also a student an a Dj on my of time so having the portability would help.

I would like at least 4GB of Ram to 12GB But Under a thousand an with a Decent Graphics card. Lastly it has to be Durable.

Suggestions on where i may find such a machine? An in your Opinion Is a Desktop better then a Laptop of Vis Versa ?


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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: Sterben]
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I prefer desktops. If you go that route got to newegg and just buy the parts separate and put the machine together.

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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: IamMatt]
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A desktop will be a better computer, so it all really depends on how portable you need it to be.


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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: IamMatt]
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desktops are better if you don't need to be on the move.  Obviously laptop > desktop if you need to be on the move.  It depends on your priorities.


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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: bbl337]
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i way prefer desktop... and for 1k u cld have a FUCKING AMAAAAAZING DESKTOP or a pretty good laptop..... id say desktop if ur a gamer... and build it yourself

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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: IamMatt]
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You will get better gaming performance out of a desktop. So considering that is one criteria I would go with a desktop, especially if you are looking at the sub $1000 mark.

A great place to find some info is at http://www.reddit.com/r/buildapc/ but of course there are many knowledgeable peeps here.

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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: stranger_danger]
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Thats a good idea im leaning more t word Desktop Especially for the mufti Screen option, Ram upgrades Etc. any recommendations i don't know shit about computers.
everyone tells me Alien WARE this an that but there expensive as shit plus i think your just paying for a name.


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Edited by Sterben (04/24/11 05:12 PM)

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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: Sterben]
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if you don't know shit about computers, don't follow the others advice about making your own, you'll end up making purchases you most likely regret later.

alienware is shit, honestly.  It's just an overpriced with LEDs put on it dell XPS.


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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: Sterben]
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I know enough like how to put in the ram an the grapic card into the pci slot but as far as programming an shit i mean i have no clue.
but i can plug an play as they say. Dell owns Alien ware?
Oh an last Q that i should Prob post in another thread MAC OR PC?


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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: Sterben]
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if you buy a mac, you're retarded.  Simple as that.  Sorry any mac owners, you probably rode the short bus.

You can install ram, but do you know the difference between say CAS latencies and FSB?


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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: bbl337]
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Get a PC

I'd ask around your circle of friends, usually there is a hidden nerd somewhere.... They can help you most and get a good system built for cheap.

600 bucks can build you a nice system right now that will last you 3 years without an issue.

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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: Sterben]
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Fuck alienware, it is just an overpriced gaming dell with a funky case. Digital Storm is who I would go to if I had the money.

Hit up that reddit I linked and post a thread there. "I have 1000 to spend and need a good all around computer with the ability to get my game on".

You will have people building so many computer for you.

then buy the stuff and slap it together.

Edited by 4runner (04/24/11 05:29 PM)

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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: Sterben]
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Okay, here's what to do.... your desktop died, but you don't need a new monitor, right? If all you need is a box, you should be able to find one that meets your demand within the $700-800 range. Then, use the remainder of your fundage to get a cheap, no-thrills laptop.  If your laptop will be used only for school and working with basic music samples, you don't NEED a high dollar laptop.
Btw, you can sometimes find some really good deals on Woot for both laptops and desktops.


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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: fungivore]
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fungivore said:
Okay, here's what to do.... your desktop died, but you don't need a new monitor, right? If all you need is a box, you should be able to find one that meets your demand within the $700-800 range. Then, use the remainder of your fundage to get a cheap, no-thrills laptop.  If your laptop will be used only for school and working with basic music samples, you don't NEED a high dollar laptop.
Btw, you can sometimes find some really good deals on Woot for both laptops and desktops.


This is ideal.  A 2-300 laptop honestly is just a used 600-700 year old one.  I recommend this situation as it is what I basically have been doing the past years and works great.


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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: WunderlandSpice]
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Look at this thing, the monitor contains all the computer components so it would be pretty easy to transport, spend some money on a good case. Comes with 1TB HDD and 6GB RAM, 8 GB supported, 64bit 4-core CPU, wireless keyb/mouse, HD video, Dual Layer burner, 20" touch screen

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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: bossocto]
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Stay away from that. Pay for something that looks like a desktop but has the workings of a laptop and ATI Radeon 4270 integrated graphics. Good luck upgrading that at all.

I spent 600 bucks bit over a year ago and my computer would run circles around that. Granted I had a monitor, hard drive, case and dvd drive. So add $300.

Dont buy that HP touch.

Easily 900 bucks will get you a great computer that can be upgraded in years to come. You can even do that for closer to 700-800 bucks.

Edited by 4runner (04/24/11 09:24 PM)

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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: 4runner]
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Ask Dunno, he just built a computer he might have something laid right out and in your budget.

Then you just have to up anything if your budget is higher
http://www.shroomery.org/forums/showflat.php/Number/13916983



Need a monitor though
http://www.maximumpc.com/article/how-tos/build_it_sandy-bridge_powered_gaming_pc_under_grand
A good cheap one is the asus vh236. unless you will need wide viewing angles. Works great and I love mine,

Edited by 4runner (04/24/11 09:37 PM)

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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: 4runner]
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Look, if you're a college student get a laptop. theres no debate.

Typing in class is 1000 x's more effective than pen and paper notes. If you get good you can catch everything the teacher says if you like, + you can record the class, and even FB when you're bored as shit.

Some Universities give you the option of typing or writing exams in blue books, so you can type a 3,000 word essay/response or hand write a 600 word response. IM pretty sure you can tell which would get you the most points.


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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: rodfarva] * 1
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If you are a student with a grand to spend on a comp build a desktop for 750 and buy a netbook for 250.

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Re: Desktop Vs Laptop? [Re: 4runner]
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i just got a laptop.  I hate using it, its so slow compared to my desktop.

If you get a desktop, get an AMD phenom x4, ATI 5xxx, gigabyte motherboard, and cheapest everything else you can find.  It'll be cheap and rock.


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