I am looking for a computer that runs "mega" programs properly. My current computer does not. "Mega" as in the Sims2, Designer, and other "large" programs. I am going to get and eMachine some people have told me it works well with "mega" programs. Am I making a mistake by getting an Emachine. The Emachine is the W3619.
2007-06-10 07:56:40 · 11 answers · asked by amt51094 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
That particular one is a bad choice. First, it doesn't have a video card. A video card isn't a requirement for Sims 2 (though it's VERY HIGHLY reccomended, and it is a requirement for almost every game made in the last couple of years), it only has 512MB of RAM, which is barely enough to run Vista alone. Throw a game ontop of that you're running at terrible speeds (it might not even be enough to run it at all with Vista installed). And Celeron processors are very weak, they are known as budget processors, meaning they're cheap and crap.
Looking at their website, none of their PCs have video cards, which you're definatly going to want, and none above 1GB RAM (1GB RAM is okay, though 2 would REALLY help, espicially with Vista), and they all use Celeron or Pentium processors, which are outdated/crap today. Get a C2D or AMD Athlon X2.
Basically, look elsewhere. And don't worry about the brand, get the best specs.
2007-06-10 08:18:14 · answer #1 · answered by William E. Roberts 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are lot of reasons for why a Windows computer freezes. Since you say nothing about type of machine, laptop or desktop and nothing about operating system win2000, XP or other, it's hard to diagnose the problem. But - a 5 years old computer that has never had the operating system re-installed will definetly need a complete re-install of the operating system. For this you need to take a back-up of all files that you want to save for the new system, including favourites. You will also need the original system CD that was sold with the computer, or a genuine version of XP. If you don't know how to do this, consult one tht has the knowledge. Also freezing could be caused by overheating, clean the computer for dust inside the box or inside the laptop, but this is probably not the problem in your case. Good luck!
2016-05-21 09:37:26 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As people have said, eMachines are just more economic version of other more popular and expensive makes. However, I have had good experience of them in the past. If you are thinking of an eMachine because of cost, I would say go ahead. You can always start upgrading bits and pieces in the future.
2007-06-14 02:41:17 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want a powerful computer to use processor heavy applications then no an emachine is not a good choice they are typically word processing and internet browsing computers that can play simple programs a great computer for what you want to do would be an HP if you want windows and Apple if you want mac HP may be more expensive yet they are incredibly reliable
2007-06-10 08:06:19 · answer #4 · answered by weirdalyankovick 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am using an eMachines computer right now and it is great, I don't know why people don't like, or they are probably talking about older versions...I've had for a almost 2 years now and its running fast...But its probably how you run things...Mine came with a Dual LAyer DVD Burner, 8 in 1 Media Reader 80 GB Hard drive but I ordered a 250GB hard drive last week...1 GB memory...SO far its run every program a threw at it...even programs to copy DVD's...But the one your going to get sounds better than mine so I would get that one...My sister has a Compaq computer and it ran slow, it cost $1,200 and mine is like 4x faster and it was about $500 ...SO goodluck on your choice...
2007-06-10 08:21:44 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have been using eMachine brand computers since around 2004 and I love it!
I know alot of people say "Oh they are the bad make, cheap make" but whatever. They couldn't be more wrong. They make really good pcs for a great price. They could be charging higher for the pcs if they really wanted to.
I mean...you won't be able to do BIG gaming or something that requires alot ALOT of memory/ram/ect. but for usual multimedia stuff you would be just fine.
eMachines is for everyone. - thats their slogan. And its true.
2007-06-10 08:21:02 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
I have an emachines T6528, and it works great! It has an AMD64 3500 processor - and I added 1GB ram--I only have $500 dollars invested in it and am very happy with it--Ive had it for 1 year now.
2007-06-10 08:02:24 · answer #7 · answered by Nemo the geek 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have an eMachines computer and it gets slower after a year if u buy a cheaper computer from it...
emachinces is just a cheap imitation of compaq and hp
2007-06-10 08:05:09 · answer #8 · answered by SomVietKid 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
emachines is a cheaper version of gateway so my personal opinion is to stay away from any gateway product as they suck A$$
2007-06-10 08:05:55 · answer #9 · answered by little78lucky 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will be sorry if you get an eMachine.
2007-06-10 07:59:10 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋