I am looking to get a computer. I currently have a laptop from 4 yrs ago and am frustrated at how slow it is. I do not game, but want a fast computer I can run several programs on without waiting a long time. I also want something that I won't have to upgrade for a while. How does this look for specs? It is a Dell E520 btw.
PROCESSOR Pentium® D Processor 915 with Dual Core Technology (2.8GHz, 800FSB) edit
OPERATING SYSTEM Genuine Windows® XP Media Center 2005 Edition
UPGRADE TO WINDOWS VISTA Express Upgrade MEMORY 1GB Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 533MHz- 2DIMMs
HARD DRIVE 160GB Serial ATA Hard Drive (7200RPM) w/DataBurst Cache™
GRAPHICS CARD Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3000 SOUND Integrated Sound Blaster®Audigy™ HD Software Edition
Also, is duo core the way to go? I know it is better than P-4, but does it matter if I am not gaming? I don't want to have to update it in the near future, and thought it might be a safe way to go.
Thanks in advance!
2006-12-05 07:51:46 · 5 answers · asked by D 7 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Cost is about 710 before tax w/ free shipping. No monitor- I bought one already. It is a deal w/ 10% off through school and another 150 off deal. I dont think I can pass it up....
2006-12-05 08:02:24 · update #1
Looks pretty good to me, what's it cost?
And yes, dual core is the way to go. Dual core is something all PC's will eventually transition to--best get on the train now.
2006-12-05 07:59:31 · answer #1 · answered by Scooter_MacGyver 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This seems like a good deal, but if you go to Dell's website, you can put the same features together and it will come out at a cheaper price. Go to this website link that I provided and build your own. Use the E520 Versatile Multimedia option for $669, which will give you the option for the Pentium D 915. I put it together with your features and it came out to $624 before taxes with free ground shipping. Make sure you click on No Monitor when you come to it. It will subtract $180 for you. I hope this helps!
2006-12-05 08:21:23 · answer #2 · answered by act1withme_2000 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is another coupon for 20% off $999, so if you are looking to get a little more for your money, check it out at http://www.24houredeals.com/dell-coupons-23-mer.html
Your total cost might go up to about $800 if you can submit options right at the $999 level. Good Luck.
2006-12-06 04:45:15 · answer #3 · answered by iamqueww 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes that those are fine specs for a computer. For me, personally, I would go with a P4.
I have 2 Dell laptops, and 2 Dell desktops, and they run great!
2006-12-05 08:01:38 · answer #4 · answered by bubbasmack 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Computer A for sure. THe Core 2 DUO is the best you can get and 4GB memory is top of the line. A is the better choice especially for gaming.
2016-05-22 21:55:44 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋