also AMD or INTEL going to buy a new puter but don,t know alot about them.
2006-10-30 11:25:43 · 16 answers · asked by woo 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Personally, I love my dell computers. I have several and have been using them for years. 1 is a laptop that is 4 years old that i have used as my primary computer since i have bought it. It is still a high-end machine and works well.
As for the AMD or INTEL options, you can go either way. There are benefits and faults of both. I don't have a personal preference, but both are good.
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2006-10-31 03:33:29 · answer #1 · answered by iamqueww 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Starting with your second question, Intel at this point is doing better than AMD if you want speed. The dual core intels are amazing, although AMD is catching up and has some nice dual core processors as well. If you're going for something for value though an AMD Athlon 64 might be a better way to go.
As for the other question, it doesn't really matter all that much. Dell tends to use fairly good parts for the price you pay, while HP has some good deals but not very much selection. Gateway is nice, but I can't really say about Lexmark, didn't even know they made computers. Compaq is HP, by the way. Mostly go with a computer specialized for what you want. If you're going for value then Dell would be my first choice, they have pretty good support too. If you're going for performance then probably HP or build you own (Falcon Northwest would be my first choice for building my own) and do a bit of research on what each of the parts do and why you may want them/not want them.
Hope this helps.
2006-10-30 11:38:29 · answer #2 · answered by xenrous 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I recommend HP/Compaq. Dells are ok as well. Only get an Intel processor if it is a Core 2 Duo. Otherwise, stick with AMD. AMD Athlons are better than Pentium 4s and a hamster in a wheel is better than the Intel Celeron.
Another big benefit of AMD computers is that they often use ATI or Nvidia Graphics cards. Intel comptuers too often include Intel Graphics which are terrible if you plan to do anything more than type or play solitaire on your computer.
To my knowledge, Lexmark only makes printers, not computers. The printers they make are poor quality and break often so I would assume any computer made by them would be a death trap.
2006-10-30 11:39:45 · answer #3 · answered by taskr36 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OK, basically, you pay for intel, you pay for a name. AMD is just as good, if not better than intel. Make sure you get a dual core 64-bit processor though. HP and Compaq are the same company, so they are just as good as each other. I had a compaq, was very pleased with it. I just got a dell, and am not satisfied. Go for HP/Compaq I would say.
2006-10-30 11:29:36 · answer #4 · answered by David W 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I can give you the names of the ones that don't break down as often. Dell is one of the best, HP is good I hear, forget Gateway & Compaq as you will have nothing but problems with them. Lexmark falls somewhere inbetween. Hope that helps.
2006-10-30 11:28:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try any of the local but internet computer store, coz there are reasons...
they can help you out even if you have baught from them and having troubles operating computer neither will dell or hp do.
they can replace the items if shipped wrong.
they will guide you through building your computer parts (connecting cables etc.)
they will be quite reachable if you have warranty issues.
and they will do alot more to grow their business as a gesture of goodwill you know dell or hp is already established, they don't mind if one of their customers having problems.. but local business thoroughly take care of these minor issues to satisfy their customer..
try http://www.arbico.co.uk , they are ... well they posses all qualities what i have detailed here ;)
2006-10-30 15:44:13 · answer #6 · answered by azhar i 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-05 09:25:18 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For gaming, I would spend some extra $ on a Alienware computer. But for the Office, I would get a HP Pavilion. Those two makes are great!
2006-10-30 16:25:00 · answer #8 · answered by g-rald 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you'll have much better results if you build a computer or have one built. it'll be much cheaper, sometimes the warranties are better, plus you won't have the exact same computer as everyone else. Store bought computers tend to be made with the cheapest parts possible so the manufacturers can save money and charge you more.
Try:
www.cyberpowerpc.com
www.alienware.com
there are a few others but i can't think of them right now.
2006-10-30 11:48:06 · answer #9 · answered by Justin V 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've had 3 Dells/Intel by now. Excellent for the price, and you can build your own pc exactly to your specs in their website. Can't beat that.
2006-10-30 11:29:34 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋