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8886/8887 Raw builder $$$ vs 8886/8887 S $$$

post #1 of 5
3/31/03 at 7:44pm
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I am really confused here. I put in the same exact specs for both but then nthe raw builder cost more, 2488 vs 2327. What is the deal?

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JoFlo
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post #2 of 5
3/31/03 at 7:54pm
All the other builders besides the raw builder are cheaper when configured the same ways. The idea is that the S, V, etc. models are a package deal, and it entices you to buy more stuff.


For example, let's say I wanted a cheap 8887, with everything as low-grade as it gets, but I want 512 megs of ram. I might get a price of X dollars on the raw builder, but i might get the S model with the same specs but a faster processor for X + 30 dollars. Then I would think, "Hey, for 30 bucks, that's not a bad upgrade. I think I'll go that route".


Just like that, PC Torque makes a little more money, and you get a pretty good deal.


It's a pretty good system. Only use the raw builder if you want a really low-tech (relatively) machine--else, go for one of the package systems.



Brad
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post #3 of 5
3/31/03 at 8:00pm
Yes, those prices are passed to us by Sager as package deals. Kind of like walking into a fast food place. If you order a sandwich, fries, and a drink, it would be more money than if you buy a meal deal that they crank out all day even though it's the exact same thing.
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post #4 of 5
3/31/03 at 8:36pm
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thanks! That is great, this is going to work in my favor considering I wanted a higher-end machine. w00t.
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post #5 of 5
4/1/03 at 2:19am
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Originally posted by Adam@PCTorque
Yes, those prices are passed to us by Sager as package deals. Kind of like walking into a fast food place. If you order a sandwich, fries, and a drink, it would be more money than if you buy a meal deal that they crank out all day even though it's the exact same thing.
Remind me to SUPERSIZE my order next time: Adam, you didn't push the larger fries and drink! You know that's where all the money is made....

-myrkat
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