Rustlestiltskin Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 I'm in the market to purchase a new computer and was wondering what sites offer good package deals. I already checked out dell's website and was leaning towards a customized E510 w/ a 17'' or 19'' LCD flat screen but I'm wondering if I could get a similar computer setup elsewhere for cheaper. Any help would be greatly appreciated guys n girls Thanks, Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs.cos Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 http://www.newegg.com I know that Tigerdirect.com has a Walmartesque feel to it, but i have friends that have purchased from them and have been happy. Build it yourself is almost always cheaper and/or better for your individual needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rally Pat Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 Dont buy from Tigerdirect.com. I have heard nothing but bad about their site, RMA, and customer service (or lack there of). Newegg and MonarchComputer are my favorites. And yes, it is almost always cheaper to build it yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 third for building it yourself. i just got done building mine, and it cost me under a grand for a computer that, through dell, would cost you almost 3k. oh yeah, i got my stuff at newegg and micorcenter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tshensley Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 newegg.com zipzoomfly.com clubit.com monarchcomputer.com As far as tigerdirect they have low prices mainly because almost everything is with a rebate. The rebates take quite a while to receive plus their shipping is kinda lengthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twistedfocus1647545489 Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 + 1 for Newegg. I have been a loyal customer of theirs through nearly 40 builds after trying several other companies. On the rare occasion I've had a problem, it was dealt with in a quick, professional manner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokin5s Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 http://www.pricewatch.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmrmnhrm Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 +1 for NewEgg (online) and +1 for Microcenter (retail). Both are class acts, and if you're doing something high end, a hell of a lot cheaper than going through Dell, Gateway, HP, or the other name brands. If you're squeamish about building it yourself, Microcenter will also build it for you if you buy the parts there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodRed Posted August 16, 2006 Report Share Posted August 16, 2006 Another one for NewEgg for purchasing your own parts to build your own. But I will suggest if you only use your computer for basic needs (internet, email, word processing) it is much cheaper to get a prebuilt one through someplace like Dell. Dell's prices for basic full computers (monitar, keyboard, etc.) with a legal copy of XP are unbeatable. How many of us can build a full computer with monitar, a legal copy of XP for less than $400? XP alone is $200. If you do a lot of gaming or a lot of video processing and such, then build your own and it will be much cheaper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rally Pat Posted August 16, 2006 Report Share Posted August 16, 2006 XP is only $90, not $200. And even basic computers, its still cheaper to build it yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffmeden Posted August 16, 2006 Report Share Posted August 16, 2006 Once you know, you newegg. The keyword being *once*. If you aren't computer savvy and don't really want to be, then you should get a dell. Don't let anyone tell you they don't make solid computers, and if you browse a site like fatwallet or slickdeals every few days til something particularly good comes along, you can get a heck of a deal on a complete system, and never have to learn the difference between DDR and DDR2. On the other hand if you do want to learn what it takes to build your own, then newegg.com is the only site you need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farkas Posted August 16, 2006 Report Share Posted August 16, 2006 I too recommend Newegg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorne Posted August 16, 2006 Report Share Posted August 16, 2006 When you buy a PC or build it you have the legal right to BUY OEM XP, - Ex Microsoft Policy's and Guidlines for a law firm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorne Posted August 16, 2006 Report Share Posted August 16, 2006 ^ as in making sure there software was legal^ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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