I have an HP laptop but its too slow for me when I am doing my homework. It has an AMD processor and I heard Intel was a much faster processor, but there's so many to chose from!
I go to NAU Full time and all of my classes are online! I use my computer everyday for school work and then my husband uses it when he gets home to burn CD's. We would really like a fast computer, but dont want to go overboard since we only use it for school and everyday usage.
Any ideas on what type to get, or any websites/stores that offer cheap, but good computers?
2007-08-21 07:35:54 · 13 answers · asked by reina87 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Consider one with this specs:
http://arstechnica.com/guides/buyer/guide-200704.ars
2007-08-28 23:45:58 · answer #1 · answered by Karz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dell sells a really cheap computer.
They have very nice desktops for around 200-400 bucks.
Check their website www.dell.com
AMD and Intel are 2 different types of processors. They are both the same as in they make PC computers rather than Macintosh computers. The manufacturer doesn't necessarily determine the speed and just because one is AMD and one is Intel doesn't make one faster than the other. AMD processors can be just as fast as Intel processors.
Just buy a brand new computer from Dell. Buy their cheapest one. If it's new, it'll have to at least be up to today's standards. If it's up to today's standards, it will be more than enough for you and your husband's needs.
2007-08-21 07:47:59 · answer #2 · answered by Neil C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"AMD" is actually the faster processor for gaming. Intel is the faster processor for programs and applications. But its honestly only by a few miliseconds, which you cant really tell anyway. So you would be safe to go with anything. You can get a PC now days fairly cheep. Wal-Mart has great PC's for a good price. A new PC right off the shelf would suit you and your husband just fine.
2007-08-21 07:48:10 · answer #3 · answered by chas43119 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say that go for INTEL CORE 2 DUO.
The Core 2 brand refers to a range of Intel's mobile, desktop dual- and quad-core 64-bit x86 CPUs based on the Intel Core microarchitecture, a microarchitecture that evolved from the 32-bit dual-core Yonah mobile processor. The Yonah comprised two interconnected single cores (the Pentium M branded microprocessor derivatives) coupled as a single die silicon chip (IC). The Core 2 marked a relegation of the Intel's Pentium brand to a lower-end market, and a reunification of Intel's notebook and desktop brand names, previously divided into the Pentium M and Pentium 4 lines.
Website: DELL / DEALSEA / DEALSTOBUY / COMPUSA / BESTBUY
My best suggestion: (HDD Memory will be ur choice)
HP 6010n is packed with an Intel Core 2 Duo e4300 Dual Core Processor, 1GB memory, 320GB Serial ATA hard drive, 16X Dual layer DVD+/-RW drive with LightScribe, Integrated Graphics, Integrated firewire/USB and 9-in-1 card reader. It also comes with Microsoft Windows Vista Premium to manage all your digital music, photo and video. More Info
Mfr. Part Number: RX900AA#ABA
Processor Type Intel Core 2 Duo e4300 Dual Core
Processor Speed 1.8GHz
RAM 1GB DDR2 PC4200 SDRAM (Exp. To 4GB)
Hard Drive 320GB Serial ATA (7200RPM)
Optical Drives 16X Dual Layer DVD+/-RW with Lightscribe
Graphics Card Intel GMA 950 224MB Shared Video Memory
Available Expansion Bays 1 x 5.25", 1 x 3.5"
Available Expansion Slots 2 x PCI, 1 x PCI-Express
Cache 2MB L2
Disk Drive No
Fax/Modem 56K V.90
I/O Ports See The Features Section
Included Software See The Features Section
Monitor Included? No
Network Card 10/100 Ethernet
Other Control Devices Multimedia Keyboard, Scroll Mouse
Preloaded Operating System Windows Vista Premium
Sound Card High Definition Audio
Speakers No
System Bus 800MHz
More Information
Built for Vista
This PC has been built with the next generation of interactivity in mind. Featuring the hardware required to run the powerful and beautiful Windows Vista, this PC is ready for awesome online media experience, fun home creativity projects and powerful business applications. From Windows Live to Live Anywhere to Windows Media Center and beyond - Windows Vista provides a great view of the future.
FEATURES:
Intel GMA 950 with up to 224MB shared video memory.
I/O Ports: 6 x USB 2.0 (2 Front, 4 Back), 2 x Firewire IEEE 1394 (1 Front, 1 Back), 1 x 15-in-1 Memory Card Reader
Other Software: Windows Vista Premium operating system preinstalled; software package includes Microsoft Works 8, HP Total Care Advisor, Norton Internet Security 2007 (60 Days Complimentary Updates), Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 (60 Days Trial Version), Roxio DVD/CD Creator, Muvee autoproducer
2007-08-21 07:48:57 · answer #4 · answered by Jes 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For the purposes that you listed, I would check out the Dell Inspiron line of desk tops starting at $349 or notebook computers starting at $499.
http://www.dell.com/content/products/category.aspx/inspndt?c=us&cs=19&l=en&s=dhs
You might also check Dell's Outpost website for certified refurbished/remanufactured systems. They carry the same warranty as new systems, but cost less. They are usually returned systems and may have some "cosmetic" blemishes (scratches/minor case dents) but have been checked out and/or repaired to make sure they work properly.
http://www.dell.com/content/default.aspx?c=us&cs=22&l=en&s=dfh
Gateway and HP offer similar services.
Wal-Mart carries some inexpensive Acer, Toshiba and HP computers both instore and online;
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/catalog.gsp?cat=3951&fromPageCatId=3944
as does Best Buy
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?id=abcat0502000&type=category
and most other electronic retailers.
2007-08-21 08:23:28 · answer #5 · answered by Oddjob 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if ur related to hyderabad ap india..
if u have knowledge of assembled pc ..which wll come
around 2 thousand rupees..
high end min...
iam mentioning max rates for the month of july..
these rates may come down also...
one week before buying get the info of assembled pc from
all the shops related to computer peripherials..because
there may be big varience between shop to shop
som people will give the products with old rates ..
plz before buying chck for more than 5 shops.
ifu belong to hyderabad ap go to CTC located in
secendrabad and get the quatations of the assembled pc
from different shops...
first week get the quatations and after two days check who
is giving low price and get the product
but check the products carefully whil buying ...
configuration:
processor:intel (core 2 duo with 4md l2cache )8500rupees
motherboard intel ( 965-chipset ) 4500
ram (kingston ) (1 gb ram) 2000
hardisk ( min -120 gb) 3000
dvd writer /cd rom writer /reader(this called as combo-dvd writer) which costs around 2000
cabinet (1500)
monitor (4500)///
2007-08-21 07:51:13 · answer #6 · answered by rajeev kalyan 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
talk with your neighborhood computer nerd, and build one from scratch. (you should only drop about 300 bucks for a fair system, or up to 600 for something that will last for at least four or five years)
All other computers are very much overpriced and underpowered.
good luck
PS. Amit is incorrect, mac is the newest and easiest targets for viruses, due to miss information like he just said.
2007-08-21 07:42:52 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
teen girl clothing stores online inexpensive
2016-04-01 09:53:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.e4me.com/products/catalog.html?type=deskptos
^^^ They have computers starting at $319.. and offer many affordable computers that have great performance. I know this from experience.
Your local bestbuy, or electronics retailer should have them.
2007-08-21 07:43:56 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This site is probably the best for you. Walmart sometimes has some great specials.
2007-08-28 07:47:39 · answer #10 · answered by 'Old & Cudley' 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋