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Niall!
09-09-2009, 05:24 PM
My parents recently informed me that they had asked someone about computers and bought one for my 18th. Thing is, I'm not to sure if the specs are good. Here's a list:

Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300 Processor (2.5GHz, 1333MHz FSB, 6MB Cache) Genuine Windows Vista (R) Home Premium (http://javascript<b></b>:showEditorial('Genuine-Windows');)
4GB Memory



1TB Hard Drive

Multi-Format Dual Layer DVD Re-Writer
1024MB nVidia GeForce 9800 GT
Built-in Digital TV Tuner
15-in-1 Card Reader
6 USB connections
Now I knowI should get the RAM upgraded to 6 or maybe 8GB as I plan to game/edit movies for my media studies on it. Other than that, any good?

Also, anyone know where to get a cheap HD monitor?
Recursion
09-09-2009, 05:26 PM
It's very nice, and I reckon you'd be fine with 4GB tbh.
Niall!
09-09-2009, 05:30 PM
It's very nice, and I reckon you'd be fine with 4GB tbh.

If it's to expensive to get a 6/8GB, I'll probably stick with it untill next year, as I need the money for the monitor.
Stephen!
09-09-2009, 05:56 PM
You'll want either 4GB or 8GB. 6GB wont run in dual channel.
N!ck
09-09-2009, 05:58 PM
The PC is reasonable. 4Gb will be plenty for a while.

You can't really rate it unless you know the price.
Niall!
09-09-2009, 05:59 PM
You'll want either 4GB or 8GB. 6GB wont run in dual channel.

I've decided to stick with 4GB for the time anyway, thanks for the info though, I didn't know.

It was £650 with 1 years antivirus. I don't mind the price aslong as it runs my games well.
AlexOC
09-09-2009, 06:00 PM
You can get 8GB for about £800

Or about £500 for refurbished ones.
Niall!
09-09-2009, 06:03 PM
You can get 8GB for about £800

Or about £500 for refurbished ones.

Think I'll pass for awhile :)
Stephen!
09-09-2009, 06:03 PM
You can get 8GB for about £800

Or about £500 for refurbished ones.

On what planet?
N!ck
09-09-2009, 06:04 PM
That's very expensive. Does it come with a monitor?
Niall!
09-09-2009, 06:11 PM
That's very expensive. Does it come with a monitor?

Yes, but it's not HD. That's why I want a HD monitor.
As I said, I don't mind the price. It's a birthday gift, aslong as it runs my games, it suits me.
AlexOC
09-09-2009, 06:20 PM
On what planet?

I bought a 8gb ram computer from erm, currys, comet or something, a refurbished one, for £500
Niall!
09-09-2009, 06:23 PM
I bought a 8gb ram computer from erm, currys, comet or something, a refurbished one, for £500

I'm talking about the ram itself, not an entire computer.
Stephen!
09-09-2009, 06:50 PM
Yes, but it's not HD. That's why I want a HD monitor.
As I said, I don't mind the price. It's a birthday gift, aslong as it runs my games, it suits me.

What size is the monitor that comes with it?
Niall!
09-09-2009, 06:59 PM
What size is the monitor that comes with it?

It's an 18". I'm selling it to my mates brother.
Stephen!
09-09-2009, 07:03 PM
Well, technically it should be HD, but only 720p. I suppose your looking for 1080p? (full HD)

In that case you should be looking at 24"+
Recursion
09-09-2009, 07:14 PM
Well, technically it should be HD, but only 720p. I suppose your looking for 1080p? (full HD)

In that case you should be looking at 24"+

My 23" is more than full HD (2048x1152)
Niall!
09-09-2009, 07:28 PM
Well, technically it should be HD, but only 720p. I suppose your looking for 1080p? (full HD)

In that case you should be looking at 24"+

Yeah, full HD. I may just use the monitor that comes with it, because I'm having trouble finding a cheap 1080p monitor.
Niall!
10-09-2009, 08:27 AM
Quick update, going to buy this (http://www.ebuyer.com/product/159946) unless I find a cheaper one today.
N!ck
10-09-2009, 10:05 AM
Lol, you can get ones cheaper if price is what you're worrying about. http://www.ebuyer.com/search?sort=pricelow&ca149=1920+x+1080&store=5&cat=12&limit=10&page=1

http://accessories.euro.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=uk&l=en&s=dhs&cs=ukdhs1&sku=189447
http://accessories.euro.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=uk&l=en&s=dhs&cs=ukdhs1&sku=184923
Niall!
10-09-2009, 11:23 AM
Lol, you can get ones cheaper if price is what you're worrying about. http://www.ebuyer.com/search?sort=pricelow&ca149=1920+x+1080&store=5&cat=12&limit=10&page=1

http://accessories.euro.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=uk&l=en&s=dhs&cs=ukdhs1&sku=189447
http://accessories.euro.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=uk&l=en&s=dhs&cs=ukdhs1&sku=184923

Which one do you reckon would be best? I'm tempted to get the ebuyer one, it's cheap but it sounds good.
Richie
10-09-2009, 12:25 PM
Sounds very nice, must of cost your parents allot of money. 4GB Ram should be fine and as for the monitor I haven't a clue sorry.
Niall!
10-09-2009, 02:30 PM
I ordered the ebuyer one, it comes tommorow.

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