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Post by pulisjr on Jun 5, 2008 17:36:12 GMT
Thinking of getting myself a new computer as mine is ridiculously slow and has an embarrasing 256MB of RAM which i didn't know was appauling until recently! (never really had a clue why my PC decided to have a breather if i tried to open something too fast)
So i'm to start having a look around and would like to see if anyone has any reccomendations.
I haven't got a fortune to spend and would hope to find one for about £500 if i can.
A fella' at college reckons i NEED 3GB or more of RAM nowerdays but he's a bit of a know it all so i don't know how true that is (most seem to have 2GB from the websites i've seen)
P.S. Can't decide between laptop of desktop but i will be hoping to start Uni after next year so i suppose a laptop may be more practical.
Cheers in advance guys and girls ;D
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Post by Chris on Jun 5, 2008 17:45:00 GMT
On The Gadget Show on Monday they did a bit about Desktop PC's and they said that it's best to visit your local computer shop as they can offer you what you require, rather than going to a shop like PC World and having to do with a package that they have.  |
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Post by Bojan Mackey on Jun 5, 2008 17:45:10 GMT
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Post by Funky on Jun 5, 2008 17:58:35 GMT
Id advise to go to Dell, they have better deals than PC World etc and you get a good pc and not one that is built up from any bits and bobs these shitty little shops have got in that week on the cheap.
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Post by 3sunrises on Jun 6, 2008 20:20:26 GMT
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Post by scfcmatt on Jun 6, 2008 20:33:53 GMT
Cheers mate i'll have a good look at that site.
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Post by chrispk76 on Jun 6, 2008 20:45:04 GMT
you wont go wrong with that samsung at that spec for that price
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Post by 3sunrises on Jun 6, 2008 20:45:33 GMT
It's a good shop mate, i've built many a pc with components from there, can't fault them.
The spec on that samsung is superb for the money.
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Post by scfcmatt on Jun 6, 2008 20:53:01 GMT
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Post by LL Cool Dave on Jun 6, 2008 20:59:14 GMT
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Post by chrispk76 on Jun 6, 2008 21:03:04 GMT
in case you wanted another pic from another angle  2gb ram core 2 duo processor 250gb hard drive 7 in 1 card reader 17" screen webcam i believe they have an HD output too about as much as you'l get from a quality brand for that money |
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Post by Funky on Jun 6, 2008 21:04:32 GMT
You can get a higher spec Dell for £399 (Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor) |
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Post by chrispk76 on Jun 6, 2008 21:08:37 GMT
i've noted in the past that bread knows his shit on computers so i'll leave this thread to him now  |
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Post by scfcmatt on Jun 6, 2008 21:12:10 GMT
I've noticed i know buggery squat but i want something that won't be abysmal after a year or two and which will be able to run programs smoothly (FM, Photoshop, MSN+other apps at same time) as these all make my existing computer crawl! 2GB of RAM seems to be the way to go, no idea about hard drives although i presume over 100GB? Cache i have no idea or graphics cards or any of the rest haha.
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Post by chrispk76 on Jun 6, 2008 21:21:15 GMT
main thing you need is
core 2 duo processor- this influences the speed
over 180gb hard drive
dedicated graphics card
2gb ram
the rest are just bells and whistles but handy to have
memory card reader
bluetooth
webcam
hd outputs etc...
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Post by scfcmatt on Jun 6, 2008 21:27:35 GMT
Intel Pentium Dual Core is the same as Core 2 Duo Processor?
Think i will have to dish out a few karmas for this later ;D
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Post by 3sunrises on Jun 6, 2008 21:33:28 GMT
As chrispk says the main thing is the processor and a good dedicated graphics card. The rest depends on what you want to do with it ie gaming, video editing. I have been looking around some sites and have come to the conclusion that the Samsung that i linked above is, in my opinion, a cracking laptop for the money. Also there are a few good Dell ones as bread states.
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Post by scfcmatt on Jun 6, 2008 21:37:03 GMT
Cheers mate i'll add it to my favourites! Righto i can start dishing out Karmas ;D
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Post by 3sunrises on Jun 6, 2008 21:38:13 GMT
Core 2 Duo is a single CPU with two cores.
So is Dual Core.
Generally speaking and without getting technical, a Core 2 Duo is what to go for.
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Post by LL Cool Dave on Jun 6, 2008 21:43:02 GMT
You can get a higher spec Dell for £399 (Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor) probably. But for what I need it for, it does the job, looks decent and I couldnt be doing with waiting. |
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Post by 3sunrises on Jun 6, 2008 21:53:47 GMT
You can get a higher spec Dell for £399 (Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor) probably. But for what I need it for, it does the job, looks decent and I couldnt be doing with waiting. Thats fine as long as it does the tasks that you need it to. Best thing to do is set a budget for your requirements and stick to it as there is always going to be another one "Bigger & Better" |
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Post by LL Cool Dave on Jun 6, 2008 22:16:24 GMT
as long as it works when i type in 'smurf fuckfest' on redtube, i'm a happy man.
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Post by scfcmatt on Jun 6, 2008 22:20:03 GMT
;D brilliant!
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Post by chrispk76 on Jun 6, 2008 22:23:15 GMT
i've just been through dell for you and built one to the samsung spec and it came out at a touch more @ £570 but only has 15" screen
i've got too much time on my hands now my lady has big brother on. ;D
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Post by 3sunrises on Jun 6, 2008 22:36:47 GMT
i've just been through dell for you and built one to the samsung spec and it came out at a touch more @ £570 but only has 15" screen i've got too much time on my hands now my lady has big brother on. ;D Exactly the same thing that i did, while the mrs is watching that big brother shit ;D |
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Post by 3sunrises on Jun 6, 2008 22:38:31 GMT
as long as it works when i type in 'smurf fuckfest' on redtube, i'm a happy man. ;D ;D Pisser! |
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Post by scfcmatt on Jun 6, 2008 22:40:38 GMT
3sunrises, you've recieved you due karma ;D chris you have too mate. Cheers for the help and feel free to add anything else if big brother's doing your nut in haha!
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Post by chrispk76 on Jun 6, 2008 22:41:38 GMT
i've just been through dell for you and built one to the samsung spec and it came out at a touch more @ £570 but only has 15" screen i've got too much time on my hands now my lady has big brother on. ;D Exactly the same thing that i did, while the mrs is watching that big brother shit ;D consider yourself exhalted my pain suffering brother ;D   |
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Post by Funky on Jun 6, 2008 23:18:24 GMT
Cheaper Dell here, faster Processor and more memory as well. configure.euro.dell.com/dellstore/print_summary_details_popup.aspx?~lt=print&c=uk&cs=ukdhs1&fb=1&kc=NRS17202&l=en&oc=N0672011&rbc=N0672011&s=dhs&leadtime=&showleadtime=False Recalculating Price Inspiron 1720 Price £608.99 You Save £59.99 Total £549.00 Includes VAT & Shipping No Payments Until January 2009!* * Financing with Dell. A smart way to improve your cash flow! Discount Details Preliminary Ship Date: Unavailable1 My Selections All Options # Inspiron 1720 Date 06/06/2008 18:15:01 Central Standard Time Catalog Number 202 Retail ukdhs1 Catalog Number / Description Product Code SKU Id Base: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T5550 (1.83 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB) 126155 [210-19261] 1 Microsoft Operating System: Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium - English 83357 [619-10906][640-10551] 11 Enhanced Service Packs : 1 Year Base Warranty 111789 [754-10046] 30 Colour Choice: Jet Black Colour with Matte Finish & 2.0mp camera 108327 [320-10153] 380 LCD: 17.0" Widescreen WXGA+ (1440x900) TFT Display 107299 [230-10091] 760 Memory: 3072MB 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM [1x2048+1x1024] 120259 [370-12958] 3 Hard Drive: 250GB (5400RPM) SATA Hard Drive 105289 [400-14716] 8 Video Card: nVidia® GeForce™ Go 8400M GS with 128MB DDR2 dedicated graphic memory 107660 [490-10655] 6 Optical Devices : Fixed Internal 8X DVD+/-RW Drive including Software 108338 [429-12660] 16 Primary Battery: Primary 6-cell Lithium-Ion Battery (56 WHr) 107256 [451-10443] 112 Gedis Bundle Reference: N0672011 166583 [200-54500] 22 Order Information: Inspiron Order - UK 11762 [800-10140] 111 Shipping Documents: English Documentation with English/Irish Power Cord 107651 [340-14459][340-14474][613-10473][640-10395] 21 Dell System Media Kit: Resource DVD - (Diagnostics & Drivers) 108308 [340-14463] 319 Power Supply: 90W AC Adapter 51437 [450-10998] 41 Modem: 56.6k V.92 Capable Internal Modem & Adapter - UK 6787 [530-10762][640-10280] 14 Keyboard: Internal Keyboard - UK/Irish (QWERTY) 107281 [583-11507] 4 Standard Warranty: 1Yr Limited Warranty - Collect & Return 110185 [754-10017][767-10003] 29 Online Promotion Option for GEDIS Configs: Dell Internet Order 21417 [817-10001] 650 Carrying Cases: No Carry Case 5759 [460-10041] 118 Bluetooth: Dell™ Wireless 355 Bluetooth 2.0 Module (up to 3Mbps) with Enhanced Data rate - Eur 113308 [555-11135] 59 Wireless Networking : Dell™ Wireless 1395 802.11b/g Mini-Card - Europe 133753 [555-11323] 19 Microsoft Application Software: Microsoft® Works 9.0 / English - (Does not include Microsoft® Word) 9106 [630-11001] 25 Accidental Damage Support: No Accidental Damage Support 112163 [755-10239] 463 Protect your new PC : No Security/Anti-Virus Protection - English 89687 [650-10792] 40 |
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Post by Chris on Jun 7, 2008 9:02:10 GMT
It tends to be the bigger the numbers the better the computer is ;D
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