[van19]

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[mb_]

Edit: wow fail reading lmao

2nd one if you can't be convinced to get it at NCIX

[Razor Ramon HG]

If you want to buy locally, you can always print out a list and have NCIX build a computer for you. Those are much better bang for your buck options.

In any case, I'd choose the second. But it's hard to choose without prices to compare. And yes, you're missing a shit load of better computers if you're looking to only shop at big box stores.

[Gh0stRider]

#2

[Jmac]

Better than those 2 ... Still not as good as a DIY ...

http://www.staples.ca/ENG/Catalog/cat_sku.asp?webid=868562&AffixedCode=WW&cmSearchKeyword=hp+130f

3.00Ghz AMD Phenom II 945 Quad-Core Processor
Get powerful 64-bit performance with 8GB DDR3 system memory
1TB hard drive stores up to 220,000 songs or 176,000 photos
Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
SuperMulti DVD burner with LightScribe technology
NVIDIA GeForce GT220 graphics card with 1GB dedicated graphics memory
Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g/n
Front-panel 15-in-1 memory card reader
Built-in TV tuner and personal video recorder (PVR) let you watch, pause, rewind, and record live television
Software included: HP MediaSmart Software Suite, Cyberlink DVD Suite Deluxe and Microsoft Works 9
Includes HP USB keyboard, optical mouse and Media Center remote control
Dimensions: 15.79"(H) x 7.05"(W) x 16.30"(D)
Weight: 11.90 lb.
1-year limited warranty

[Purely]

Just build your own computer.. or if you don't know how pick out the parts and get NCIX to assemble it for $50

[hotong]

i5 > i3 go for second one

[aikenluu918]

Not looking to buy off the web or build one, just wanna buy locally at stores like Futureshop, Best Buy.


NCIX is local. they could build these at a cheaper cost.

[Ferra]

I've seen these two computer from Futureshop that are pretty good but which is better ?

Processor Type - Intel Core i3 530
Processor Speed - 2.93GHz
Processor Cores - 2
RAM - 8GB DDR3
Hard Drive Capacity -1 TB
Optical Drives -DVD Burner With LightScribe
Graphics -NVIDIA GeForce GT220
Pre-loaded Operating System - Windows 7 Home Premium 64-Bit

or

Processor Type - Intel Core i5 750
Processor Speed - 2.66GHz
Processor Cores - 4
RAM - 8GB DDR3 SDRAM
Hard Drive Capacity - 1 TB
Optical Drives - 16X DVD+/-R/RW SuperMulti Drive
Graphics - ATI HD5570
Pre-loaded Operating System - Windows 7 Home Premium

the 2 you've posted both have a budget video card, but the latter one is going to be better and faster (both video card and cpu) (gpu chart link: http://www.legionhardware.com/articles_pages/ati_radeon_hd_5570,5.html)
you won't be able to play new games in high quality with either one of these video card tho...(if that concerns you)

[Ferra]

NCIX is local. they could build these at a cheaper cost.
Actually....factory PC usually costs less than custom especially after you factor in the cost of the OS and peripherals...
You will get a better PSU and mobo with upgradability on a custom PC, but for non tech-savvy ppl, upgradability is useless.

[CP.AR]

#2 is my pick

and yes, if you aren't planning to upgrade, custom built PC's can easily add several hundred dollars to a factory built PC... but with a factory one, you get crap and bloatware built in to subsidize the cost

[van19]

Sorry , I pasted the wrong computer info, its actually 6gb of ram and intel i5 650 processor (edited original starting post) . does this make a difference ? Is the 2nd computer still better ?

I've looked on the NCIX site, not really sure how it works but after adding all the parts and crap in, its pretty pricey :confused:

[mb_]

It depends what you do with your computer. If it's day to day stuff it won't matter.

Just wondering, what total did you get after adding all the parts?

[Purely]

Since you are doing light gaming, you might upgrade in the future. With a custom PC, you get a better power supply and motherboard. I think you should really consider the option about a custom built PC. Also, you should look at AMD Cpus, because they are great for the price. If you don't have the money to pay for it all at once, just save up. You could re-use your dvd drive and hard drive to save money.

[van19]

I just wanna do a little gaming like Counterstrike, Need For Speed, etc but wont be playing games like Crysis & etc. I just want it to last me a couple years until I get a new one again.

I dont really know whats good or not so I just picked up some random parts but just the base computer they give is pretty expensive and it doesnt include all parts like video card, cpu cooling

[Purely]

I just wanna do a little gaming like Counterstrike, Need For Speed, etc but wont be playing games like Crysis & etc. I just want it to last me a couple years until I get a new one again.

I dont really know whats good or not so I just picked up some random parts but just the base computer they give is pretty expensive and it doesnt include all parts like video card, cpu cooling

Learn about the parts in the computer, and then picking out the parts yourself will be easy. You could ask a friend to help or pay $50 for ncix to assemble it. If you are doing little gaming onboard ati graphic cards will be enough.

[woob]

it doesnt include all parts like ... cpu cooling

The heatsink that comes with the factory PC will almost definitely be your CPU's stock one. This comes included with the CPU when you buy from any computer store like NCIX.



Factory PCs will be cheaper on the low-performance end of computing (e.g. Dell's $299-399 PCs), but once you start getting into the high performance territory, where PSUs, heatsinks, and mobos actually matter, the custom build PC will be cheaper, but you'll have to put in more effort to find good price matches and sales.

My current PC (2 weeks old) cost me $878 after taxes at NCIX. I couldn't find anything cheaper at Dell, and I'm sure that I have a better mobo (USB 3.0/SATA 6GB), PSU, CPU heat sink, and case than anything any of the big box companies could offer.

[van19]

Alright . Thanks for the input guys , I`ll definetely reconsider a custom-built one.
But can anyone tell me which computer is better (top) just if a similiar case happens , I know which to pick.

[Purely]

Alright . Thanks for the input guys , I`ll definetely reconsider a custom-built one.
But can anyone tell me which computer is better (top) just if a similiar case happens , I know which to pick.

The bottom one.

[FerrariEnzo]

Better than those 2 ... Still not as good as a DIY ...

http://www.staples.ca/ENG/Catalog/cat_sku.asp?webid=868562&AffixedCode=WW&cmSearchKeyword=hp+130f

OUT of stock

[van19]

Do you guys think it'll be a better time to buy it when school almost starts ? Back-to-School Sales ?

[woob]

If buying a factory-built PC, yes. For custom PCs, the parts on sale change every week so it isn't worth waiting.

Also, the 2nd comp you listed is the better one.

[FerrariEnzo]

take a look at Shopbot.ca (http://www.shopbot.ca/)
find the cheap prices and build it yourself.. its fun and easy to learn..

[rice cooker]

the 2 you've posted both have a budget video card, but the latter one is going to be better and faster (both video card and cpu) (gpu chart link: http://www.legionhardware.com/articles_pages/ati_radeon_hd_5570,5.html)
you won't be able to play new games in high quality with either one of these video card tho...(if that concerns you)

I have gt220 and i can play mw2 max settings no lag
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