is a dell a decent computer?

Question

ok im looking for a computer under 800 bucks , i dont need fancy things just something that can handle photoshop and basic stuff.. i was looking at the dell , the one that comes in colors.. thanks

i am getting rid of my mac book more problems than its worth for me anyway .. i have never heard of acer ... is that really a good name?

Answer 1

Brand loyalty is ok with most things but computers change so fast you really need to keep your eye on hardware, features, and most of all support if your not a computer savvy person.

Processor-Any processor above a Sempron or a Celeron will be fine for you. There is no need to go to a quad core for a basic user on a budget.

Memory-At least 1024MB(aka1GB) of DDR2 RAM, a lot of places sell RAM cheap so you can get an extra 1GB stick for $50-60, and don't be afraid to install it yourself

Video-Buy an after market video card if it has on board graphics, anything is better than on board most times. At least a 256MB video card. This may cost around $100-150 if you want to splurge.

Customer support- This is a big issue with users that are not savvy. Most brands have a 1 year parts and labor plan. Some big box stores sell extended plans for 3 years or so. If you don't know how to repair a computer buy the service plan! Things break and if you buy a cheap one they will break a lot sooner than an expensive one. It costs more money but a hard drive, plus an install fee, plus an Operating system install can cost you around $250 some places.

If your looking for a monitor, printer, keyboard, tower, and mouse for $800 remember you can always buy a very basic computer and upgrade the graphics card and memory later on. Just keep in mind that a good processor and a motherboard that has a lot of open slots will allow you to upgrade over time and save you from buying a computer in two years.

Answer 2

Dell is a decent computer, but you can get something better.

Recently, Dell hardware has been flimsy, and for something midrange (800 bucks or less), or even cheaper, you should be getting at least long-lasting hardware.

I suggest that you try different brands. There are sturdier, and much better computers in terms of power and efficiency. I suggest getting Acer, Asus, HP, or even a Mac Mini.

I highly suggest Mac mini if you dont mind getting the monitor, keyboard and mouse separately (or using your old ones). It does all the things you need. But for WIndows machines, I suggest Asus, because they make high quality machines for a lesser price. If youre afraid of brands, Try HP or Acer, but I suggest try Acer first before HP. I think their configurations arent matched to be optimized, but the Acer ones are a bit faster than the HP's.

And for now get Windows XP, because Vista is still quite quirky. Or better yet get the Mac Mini and take advantage of Mac OS X (yes, it runs Photosho too).

Answer 3

I do not rrecomendaria a dell are going very badly decomposing the first month and not only was I if not also to three other friends will step lomismo with his dell.
I recommend a Mac you are the best

Answer 4

Decent but not great. To handle ANYTHING that is heavy into pictures, you will need a memory expansion option. Images are memory-intensive.

Dell boxes are sort of mid-range. My office bought a pot-load of Dell Optiplex machines. Can't say that I'm impressed. But they DO get an office-based job done.

Answer 5

There have been some articles recently describing Dell computers as unreliable. There have been problems with late delivery also.