I have no idea what dektop to buy

I've read mixed reviews about cyberpower. I'd do some more research on them before buying. Both myself and my friend have gotten desktops from Vicious PC, and we have both loved them. They make top notch computers and their prices aren't too bad. Check this one out http://www.viciouspc.com/product/config_assassin.html
Their customer servious has always been helpful and curtious. I'm in the market for a new desktop and was going to go with another vicious, but decided to build my own.

Falcon NW is also supposed to make some good machines. I've never bought from them but here they are good to do buisness with. http://www.falcon-nw.com/config/build.asp
Their machines can get pricey though. They do offer a ton of services though, like not voiding the warenty if you oc.

There is also Alienware and Voodoo, but they are really expensive. Don't know if any of this helps, but good luck with your decison, and let us know what you decide.


PS: Doesn't PC Torque sell desktops?

PCI Express is coming relatively soon. Also, Nvidia's new 6800 is supposed be released in next few weeks/month. If you can wait, new hardware is just over horizon and will improve game plan considerably (at the Nvidia will...)

Hi there,
I think it's time I get a new PC. Been using this generic slow PC for 4 years now. It annoys me. I been getting this video card problem and can't take it anymore. When it acts up, it blocks my screen with a coloured screen. The colours change so often! When I am working it does that. Sometimes even after I boot up and on the desktop, the colour screen of death comes up and it's time to reset.
I don't have much money at the moment, but I think if I shop around online, I can find something. I am not particularly seeking a brand such as Dell and others who give you more of what you don't want. I want to configure my own and have the ability to minus what I don't want. I guess in essence that is a barebone PC. But some barebones come a bit too bare! I don't want to buy too much when I get it. Would be nice if all I could get after receiving one was the hard drive (which I already have).
Where from your experience can I get a neat system (barebone or nearly) online? I have a maximum of $US 400.00 and might go a little over if the system compels me. Please, I need to replace this junk THIS summer.
Here is what I want or like:

2.0 GHz or more Celeron or some Pentium IV that can match my price
512 MB RAM
56 K V.92 Modem
CD-RW (DVD not totally necessary)
Good video and sound
Floppy drive
SLEEK CASE. I hate the HUGE case I have now. I want a case under 16" tall that has USB ports in front and NOT too many empty bays. Would be nice if all it has was the floppy and CD-ROM bays.

I was checking the EZ-Buddie at Internetishops.com. Not through yet, but not sure they offer a customizable EZ-Buddie. Someone please help me. I am getting frustrated. Seeking answers. Just direct me and I will look. THANKS.

where would i go if i wanted to buy the best computer, and i dont really have a limit... (dont make it like $20000 tho hehe)

and for jamaica, look at www.computergeeks.com cheap stuff

just because your friends had trouble building computers doesnt mean you will. its important you research everpart you want for your desktop. go with a certain brand motherboard . or you can pick the parts and have someone esle build it. i did that with mine and it works great. all within the price range you are looking at

Thx

Thanks...checking it out...hope it's cheap as in affordable and not the parts or anything.

Any other suggestions anyone?

P.S. That site has mostly refurbs. I'll stick to Internetishop for now...until something else comes up.

Build your own and buy your stuff from newegg. They got a great selection, cheap or free shipping, and are GREAT to do buisness with. Best of all they are cheaper then anywhere else.

PCTorque does have desktops. I have followed the Sager support forum and I would feel real comfortable with any purchase from PCTorque. Vicious, Voodoo, Falcon, and of course my choice Alienware are the most well known for Gaming. I never met a Voodoo owner. My wife owns a Falcon and one of these days I will post a picture of my Alienware LAN Gaming Room. If anyone is going to be spending a lot of money on a new system I would suggest being smart and base the decision on cost, components and support.

Building your own will be a lot cheaper. But if you don't want to build, just buy. Yeah the vicious pc's are really great.

If your skittish about building the PC yourself (like I am), I would check out Monarch (http://www.monarchcomputer.com). They have excellent Retail Ratings, a vast selection, and very comparable prices to building your own. They have an AMD FX-53 loaded rig that I'm seriously considering getting at right about $3000 (it's pre-built, but you can build your own there too). If I were to buy all of the items in that rig from the cheapest reputable online retailers, it would cost around $2800 before shipping.

cosnider a shuttle xpc? there new full built systems should be out this month

Voodoo desktops are really nice, and their prices are a lot lower then some other top of the line gaming desktops. Now their laptops are way too expensive, so don’t let that fact scare you away from their desktops.

My new desktop system is ordered and due to be on my desk by May 21. Here's what I've got comin' to me...

Monarch Computer Hornet Pro SFF
- AMD Athlon 64 3200+
- nForce 3 motherboard
- ATI 9800 XT 256 MB (will be replaced by ATI X800 256 MB Platinum Edition I have on reserve )
- 1 GB DDR 400 PC 3200 memory
- 160 GB 7200 RPM hard drive
- 8X DVD+-R/RW 40x24x40 CDRW combo drive
- 2 year onsite warranty

Dell 2001FP Ultrasharp 20" LCD Monitor (got it for only $699; hope it's as nice as Maximum PC reviewed)

Logitech wireless keyboard and mouse