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Spanki
I want something with about 1TB of storage, at least 6 gigs of RAM, and I want a computer that is good for downloading things fast and effectively. I'd like some extra features but these are the main ones I want. I need a computer that is about $1000.
Answer
You can build a killer rig yourself for that much. Try this setup-
Mobo-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131367
CPU-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103650
RAM(x2)-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820148287
GPU-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150332
HDD-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136284
PSU-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817702010
Case-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129042&Tpk=Antec%20300
Optical drive-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827136152
OS(if you want one)-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832116488
Your subtotal here is $990. You will be about $1,030 with shipping, and about $975 after rebates. This rig is an excellent value for what you get, and this will do everything you could ever want it to do, except for gaming which you didn't mention. The fast downloads depends on your internet, not the computer. I suggest you use the Windows 7 Release Client 1(Google it to download from Microsoft) for free. It is an excellent OS, and it will work until March 1, 2010, plenty of time to get something else. Although, if you are not comfortable doing that, then I have included a copy of Windows Vista Home Premium 64bit. As for future proofing this computer, you will not to upgrade for a while, but when you need to, the PSU has enough power for another GPU in SLI, the mobo supports all the AM3 CPU's, and you can add another 8GB of RAM for a total of 16GB.
EDIT: DO NOT GET A MAC! For $1,000, here is what you get, the Mac mini, a 2.0Ghz laptop CPU, 1GB of slow RAM, a 120GB HDD, and junky graphics. PC's are far most cost effective, and they overall a much better than Macs. You only need an appointment to fix your computer since it breaks. My PC has never had problems. Most Mac uses couldn't tell an Ethernet port from a USB port. I find that generally PC users know not to download sketchy things since they don't think their computer is immune to viruses.
You can build a killer rig yourself for that much. Try this setup-
Mobo-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131367
CPU-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103650
RAM(x2)-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820148287
GPU-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150332
HDD-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136284
PSU-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817702010
Case-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129042&Tpk=Antec%20300
Optical drive-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827136152
OS(if you want one)-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832116488
Your subtotal here is $990. You will be about $1,030 with shipping, and about $975 after rebates. This rig is an excellent value for what you get, and this will do everything you could ever want it to do, except for gaming which you didn't mention. The fast downloads depends on your internet, not the computer. I suggest you use the Windows 7 Release Client 1(Google it to download from Microsoft) for free. It is an excellent OS, and it will work until March 1, 2010, plenty of time to get something else. Although, if you are not comfortable doing that, then I have included a copy of Windows Vista Home Premium 64bit. As for future proofing this computer, you will not to upgrade for a while, but when you need to, the PSU has enough power for another GPU in SLI, the mobo supports all the AM3 CPU's, and you can add another 8GB of RAM for a total of 16GB.
EDIT: DO NOT GET A MAC! For $1,000, here is what you get, the Mac mini, a 2.0Ghz laptop CPU, 1GB of slow RAM, a 120GB HDD, and junky graphics. PC's are far most cost effective, and they overall a much better than Macs. You only need an appointment to fix your computer since it breaks. My PC has never had problems. Most Mac uses couldn't tell an Ethernet port from a USB port. I find that generally PC users know not to download sketchy things since they don't think their computer is immune to viruses.
How good is this computer?
Fred
To answer this, please ignore the new Windows 8 computers but other than the Windows 8 computers, how good is this? 1 to 10. Ten being the best:
Product Features
â¢2nd Gen Intel® Core⢠i3-2330M processor
â¢Features a 3MB cache and 2.2GHz processor speed.
â¢Intel® Core⢠i3 processor
Features smart 4-way processing performance for HD quality computing. Intel® HD graphics provide extra graphics power for your laptop when you need it.
â¢4GB DDR3 memory
For multitasking power, expandable to 8GB.
â¢Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support
Records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL media.
â¢14" high-definition LED display
With TrueLife technology and 720p resolution showcases movies and games in stunning clarity.
â¢500GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times.
â¢Intel® HD Graphics 3000
Feature dynamic video memory for lush images with intricate detail. HDMI output for connection to an HDTV.
â¢Built-in 1.0MP high-definition webcam
With 1280 x 720 resolution makes it easy to video chat with family and friends.
â¢8-in-1 media reader
Supports Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity, SDXC, microSD, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card formats.
â¢2 USB 3.0 ports and 1 USB 2.0 port
For fast digital video, audio and data transfer.
â¢Built-in Intel® Centrino® Wireless-N 1030 LAN (802.11b/g/n)
Connect to the Internet without wires.
â¢Bluetooth interface
Easily link with other Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as a mobile phone or MP3 player.
â¢Built-in 10/100 Ethernet LAN
For quick and easy wired Web connection.
â¢Weighs 5 lbs. and measures just 1.2" thin
For easy portability.
â¢Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Edition 64-bit operating system preinstalled
Provides a stable platform for word processing, Web navigation, gaming, media storage and more.
â¢Software package included
With Dell Stage and more. Microsoft Office Starter 2010 also included (product key card inside)
Answer
About a 2.5/10. Ignore every adjective and descriptive word except the true specifications.
2nd Gen Intel® Core i3-2330M processor> downlevel i3 is above the lowest and so that moved it from 1 to 2
4GB DDR3 memory - In the USA, only the cheapest laptops have less DRAM
DVD±RW/CD-RW drive - almost all of them do when 14" and higher and not ultrabooks.
14" high-definition LED display - ALL displays are high def and 14" costs a little more but is only better if the laptop is thin and light.
500GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm) - base level HDD, above the minimum 320GB 5400
times.
Intel® HD Graphics 3000 - not at gaming level, Intel even now has Intel 4000 on the newer level CPUs. Although not the lowest, it is not great graphics.
Built-in 1.0MP high-definition webcam - a little better than the 0.3mp.
Bluetooth interface - moves it above 2/10 towards 3.
Built-in 10/100 Ethernet LAN - puts it back at 2.5 since it is not gigabit ethernet for faster connection when directly wired to ethernet (non-wireless.
5 lbs. and measures just 1.2" - this is neither thin nor light for a 14" display. It is average.
Just about every laptop sold has these features.
The Dell brand is a minus assuring you have not reached a 3/10 rating on it.
http://www.pcworld.com/article/244419/laptop_reliability_and_satisfaction_macbooks_rule.html
Definitely between a 2 and a 3 out of 10.
Here is a 3/10 at its best price of $450:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834310634
lenovo IdeaPad G580 (59344054) Notebook Intel Core i5 3210M(2.50GHz) 15.6" 4GB Memory 500GB HDD DVD±R/RW Intel HD Graphics 4000
http://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu_list.php
CPU improved 53%. Graphics GPU improved 60%
Does not seem to have bluetooth, and is still 10/100 ethernet and is a lower res web cam and is 13.35" x 9.06" x 1.33" at 5.7 pounds, the much stronger performance puts it 1/2 point above the Dell.
This $483 is well above the Dell at a 3.5/10 or better. With upgrades, can move it up the scale.
http://shop.lenovo.com/SEUILibrary/controller/e/web/LenovoPortal/en_US/catalog.workflow:item.detail?GroupID=37&Code=E430_BASIC_SAP&category_id=77160E70986F3A542955F35F555662EF#.ULeGoKxX2So'
Has the Intel 4000, 44% stronger CPU than the Dell, the better Thinkpad Lenovo brand, lighter in weight, fingerprint reader, pointing stick and touchpad, can be custom upgraded at reasonable prices.
http://shop.lenovo.com/SEUILibrary/controller/e/web/LenovoPortal/en_US/catalog.workflow:category.details?current-catalog-id=12F0696583E04D86B9B79B0FEC01C087¤t-category-id=77160E70986F3A542955F35F555662EF#.ULeGWaxX2So
http://shop.lenovo.com/products/us/tech-specs/laptop/thinkpad/edge-series/e430/
So, the system you show is about $425 value in a range of pricing in laptops from $300 to $2500.
If the price is under $425, it is an OK price.
The scale I use is based on the laptop's value in a competitive market of equivalent best value in the price range:
10 is $1300 and higher.
9 is $900 to $1300
8 is the $750 to $900 range
7 is $650 to $750
6 is $600 to $650
5 is $550 to $600
4 is $500 to $550
3 is $450 to $500
2 is $400 to $450
1 is the under $300-$400 laptop set, all of which are usually cheaply made for basic video functions.
On this scale, the Dell you show is 2.5.
About a 2.5/10. Ignore every adjective and descriptive word except the true specifications.
2nd Gen Intel® Core i3-2330M processor> downlevel i3 is above the lowest and so that moved it from 1 to 2
4GB DDR3 memory - In the USA, only the cheapest laptops have less DRAM
DVD±RW/CD-RW drive - almost all of them do when 14" and higher and not ultrabooks.
14" high-definition LED display - ALL displays are high def and 14" costs a little more but is only better if the laptop is thin and light.
500GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm) - base level HDD, above the minimum 320GB 5400
times.
Intel® HD Graphics 3000 - not at gaming level, Intel even now has Intel 4000 on the newer level CPUs. Although not the lowest, it is not great graphics.
Built-in 1.0MP high-definition webcam - a little better than the 0.3mp.
Bluetooth interface - moves it above 2/10 towards 3.
Built-in 10/100 Ethernet LAN - puts it back at 2.5 since it is not gigabit ethernet for faster connection when directly wired to ethernet (non-wireless.
5 lbs. and measures just 1.2" - this is neither thin nor light for a 14" display. It is average.
Just about every laptop sold has these features.
The Dell brand is a minus assuring you have not reached a 3/10 rating on it.
http://www.pcworld.com/article/244419/laptop_reliability_and_satisfaction_macbooks_rule.html
Definitely between a 2 and a 3 out of 10.
Here is a 3/10 at its best price of $450:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834310634
lenovo IdeaPad G580 (59344054) Notebook Intel Core i5 3210M(2.50GHz) 15.6" 4GB Memory 500GB HDD DVD±R/RW Intel HD Graphics 4000
http://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu_list.php
CPU improved 53%. Graphics GPU improved 60%
Does not seem to have bluetooth, and is still 10/100 ethernet and is a lower res web cam and is 13.35" x 9.06" x 1.33" at 5.7 pounds, the much stronger performance puts it 1/2 point above the Dell.
This $483 is well above the Dell at a 3.5/10 or better. With upgrades, can move it up the scale.
http://shop.lenovo.com/SEUILibrary/controller/e/web/LenovoPortal/en_US/catalog.workflow:item.detail?GroupID=37&Code=E430_BASIC_SAP&category_id=77160E70986F3A542955F35F555662EF#.ULeGoKxX2So'
Has the Intel 4000, 44% stronger CPU than the Dell, the better Thinkpad Lenovo brand, lighter in weight, fingerprint reader, pointing stick and touchpad, can be custom upgraded at reasonable prices.
http://shop.lenovo.com/SEUILibrary/controller/e/web/LenovoPortal/en_US/catalog.workflow:category.details?current-catalog-id=12F0696583E04D86B9B79B0FEC01C087¤t-category-id=77160E70986F3A542955F35F555662EF#.ULeGWaxX2So
http://shop.lenovo.com/products/us/tech-specs/laptop/thinkpad/edge-series/e430/
So, the system you show is about $425 value in a range of pricing in laptops from $300 to $2500.
If the price is under $425, it is an OK price.
The scale I use is based on the laptop's value in a competitive market of equivalent best value in the price range:
10 is $1300 and higher.
9 is $900 to $1300
8 is the $750 to $900 range
7 is $650 to $750
6 is $600 to $650
5 is $550 to $600
4 is $500 to $550
3 is $450 to $500
2 is $400 to $450
1 is the under $300-$400 laptop set, all of which are usually cheaply made for basic video functions.
On this scale, the Dell you show is 2.5.
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