Alienware VS Custom pc
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mrDMxtreme
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before i got into computers i bought an alienware. Don't ---> save urself money by building it , and customizing it and have fun building it and learn a lot about ur computer, and plus you wont be getting the bloatware, yes it does have just a bit of that, for the lights and security and stuff, but really if ur a part of this forum, custom all the way
wotevajjjj
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get a basic AW and modify what you want afterwards, u'll have an epic case with awsome performance for a decent price
Wait. What? We're still defending Dell-Alienware?
I don't think epic case is what I'll call the Alienware case, I think TTL's Thermaltacky fits them just fine. For a giant like Dell, with their OEM buying power; those prices get poo poo-ed upon by even Aria's pre-built systems. And this being Overclock3D, why would you want a dodgy BIOS that does not let you properly overclock your kit.
Like the 'H50' "watercooling" Dell uses, this is a do not touch.
I don't think epic case is what I'll call the Alienware case, I think TTL's Thermaltacky fits them just fine. For a giant like Dell, with their OEM buying power; those prices get poo poo-ed upon by even Aria's pre-built systems. And this being Overclock3D, why would you want a dodgy BIOS that does not let you properly overclock your kit.
Like the 'H50' "watercooling" Dell uses, this is a do not touch.
SieB
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Alienware is for n00bs, for the money they charge and for what you get they are a rip off If you want a good looking case buy one and build your own rig in it you will have a much better PC for cheaper and you will have learned how to build on as well. Anyone on a forum like this shouldn't even think about Alienware.
GuyIncognito
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Here's a thought (or two): 3dfx made PC gaming fun. Alienware killed the image of PC gaming, i.e., everyone now thinks it costs a million dollars to have fun on a PC.
ruthless_villain
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A famous & wise man once said "Alienfail"
Blueberries
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build your own,hehe ... that well use less money and own a better one !
DwarfAdigginAhole
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Right. I've been meaning to do this for a while now
Just went to Alienware dot com and got this.
Software & Services
Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium, 64bit, English
Intel® Core™ i7 920 2.66GHz (8MB Cache) Quad Core Processor
Single 1GB GDDR5 ATI Radeon™ HD 5870
3GB Triple Channel 1333MHz DDR3
500GB - SATA-II, 3Gb/s, 7,200RPM, 16MB Cache HDD
Single Drive: 24X CD/DVD burner (DVD+/-RW) w/double layer write capability
No Monitor
Integrated 7.1 Channel Audio
Alienware basic keyboard
Alienware basic Mouse
Personalize
1 Year Basic Service Plan
My Software & Accessories
Cosmic Black, Alienware Aurora Chassis
AlienFX Color, Quasar Blue
Alien Cyborg
Alienhead Chrome Red
Steam and Portal™ Factory Installed
My Accessories
Also Includes
Alienware Aurora Desktop
Alienware™ High-Performance Liquid Cooling
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Automatic Updates: Enabled
Price - $1,449.00 free delivery & MD state tax. Let's do some working out.
1. Micro ATX Crossfire/SLI X58 board - $199 (closest comparisson).
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...51&cm_re=micro_atx_x58-_-13-188-051-_-Product
1. Intel I7 920 - $200 min. Can't find any ATM, but the 930 is $250.
1. ATI Radeon 5870 - $359 (cheapest I could find)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814125316&cm_re=5870-_-14-125-316-_-Product
1. 500 GB Seagate Baracuda - $54.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...5&cm_re=500gb_baracuda-_-22-148-395-_-Product
1. 3gb triple channel 1333mhz DDR3 - $72.99 again, cheapest I could find.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...0148245&cm_re=3gb_ddr3-_-20-148-245-_-Product
1. Corsair H50 (asetek, same as the Alienware has) - $79.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835181010&Tpk=corsair h50
1. Windows 7 home premium - $180.93
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...ws_7_home_premium_full-_-32-116-716-_-Product
1. 24X CD\DVDRW - $17.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...106289&cm_re=24x_dvdrq-_-27-106-289-_-Product
1. Expensive, solid case with a few fans and some lighting ETC. - $99.99. Now bear in mind that this is very basic compared to the Alienware, so I should be pricing in at least $200 for the AW case.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...&cm_re=silverstone_mid-_-11-163-058-_-Product
1.half decent keyboard and mouse - $18.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...6&cm_re=keyboard_mouse-_-23-575-006-_-Product
1. Gaming mouse mat - $14.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...cm_re=gaming_mouse_mat-_-26-999-070-_-Product
1. 750w PSU - $89.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...7182069&cm_re=750w_psu-_-17-182-069-_-Product
OK I don't think I missed anything. Now, that comes to $1388.85. That's without delivery or build or pretty much of anything. I could also add all of the extra fans into that (few 120mm etc) but I won't because there is no point. So by the time you add tax on Newegg for (example the state of MD 6%) which comes to 83.33. Add it up? $1472.18 without shipping.
Still think Alienware are expensive?
Spec out the Aurora ALX, On newegg, even tho Alienware uses retarded OEM shite. On newegg, (I valued there case at $200) so, with every on newegg it came out to about $1301, on alienware. $1999, so yes they are very overpriced but, that is where Ebay comes into play
AdrianD2
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Give this man a medal! (And a 990x)
rwiuviberwVFIUBER
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FYI, you can make a PC cheaper then Dell provide, always. Support? I wouldn't consider waiting 6 months for repairs "support". My mum knows shit all about computers (she still doesn't think Firefox is the internet, I had to change it's name to Internet) and even she was disgusted at how long it took them to repair her laptop.
rwiuviberwVFIUBER
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Spec out the Aurora ALX, On newegg, even tho Alienware uses retarded OEM shite. On newegg, (I valued there case at $200) so, with every on newegg it came out to about $1301, on alienware. $1999, so yes they are very overpriced but, that is where Ebay comes into play
You can't convince fanboys. In regards to his comment though, I actually made the exact same PC as the Aurora in AUS, and saved $1000. So, I'd definitely say Alienware are overpriced. On another note, nice cable management alienware, jk, it looks like it was done at the zoo.
DwarfAdigginAhole
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Plain and simply put, All Custom Built PC's should never be the option. Just build it yourself. Now as far as Gaming Laptops go, Alienware has the strongest in the Market. Not only does the m18x have Dual GTX580's but if your an AMD fanboy, they are the first to get the new 6990m's. Not to mention now they only use the Killer N Wireless cards which are IMO extremely better then Intel for Wireless gaming. I plan to get the m18x with 2xGTX580m's, gonna role heads with it while in Starbucks playing Crysis 2 xD
alienware
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Jesus christ are people still dragging over this?
Maybe you know, you should have actually read the thread. Somewhere in there the pros and cons of building your own were all there IIRC. These included, but were not limited to -
1. Getting one piece of dead hardware, not having a complete set of spares to rule it out and sending it all back and paying restocking fees.
2. Putting a single post in the wrong place (a common error) and shorting something out.
3. Not even knowing how to put a PC together.
And so on and so on.
And I do wish you would STFU with the fanboy term. Oh and learn how to punctuate.
SmoulderingCircuits
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Why hello there, Mr Happy. Long time no see
DwarfAdigginAhole
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There are no pros and cons to Custom Pc's, it is so easy to build your own system and by buying from places with good return policies you will be fine with the hardware issues. WoW, really? Your number two reason is just ridicules, it does not sound like a common error as I have never heard of anyone doing something like that XD. Putting it simply, Building your own= Fun+Individuality+Saves the money
