Computer Dilemma...

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Yes I copied and pasted this from SW, I want/need more opinions. D:

Okay, I'll make this short and sweet. I'm thinking of buying a new computer this Black Friday from Best Buy, and I've narrowed my selection to two computers, a desktop and a laptop. They both have their advantages and disadvantages, and I'm a bit stuck here. Here they are:


HP A6614F Desktop PC
AMD Phenom X4 Quad-Core Processor
6GB DDR2 RAM
640GB HDD
21.6" LCD monitor
Canon Printer
$600

Pros:
-It's not a door-buster, so I don't have to wait as early outside in the cold
-Very nice specs for the price
-The monitor is especially appealing
-Desktops are easier to upgrade and will likely last longer than a laptop

Cons:
-I'm going to be going to college next year and a laptop would certainly be helpful, as I'll be commuting
-Pricier than the laptop


Toshiba L305D-S5893 Laptop PC
AMD Turion X2 Dual-Core Processor
4GB DDR2 RAM
250GB HDD
15.4" screen
Also comes w/ a sleeve, wired mouse, anti-virus software
$480

Pros:
-Great price for the specs + it's a Toshiba
-It's portable, great for college use and what not
-Cheaper than the desktop

Cons:
-It's a door-buster item, meaning I'd have to camp out way early to even have a chance at getting my grubby hands on it
-After a little Google search for reviews, it seems Best Buy sold this PC before, and it had 2 reviews. One was bad (seemed credible) and one was good (sounded like a teen-aged girl that just used it for MySpace).
-Laptops aren't as easily upgradeable/fixable as desktops (in terms of CD drives, hard drive capacity, video/sound cards, etc.)


So, what do I do? D;

Desktop

--> Better specs
--> Better upgradability so your $600 investment will last longer
--> Printer included, you will need a printer at college. Buying the laptop will require you buying a printer.
--> Hewlett Packard is an excellent brand

Desktop

--> Better specs
--> Better upgradability so your $600 investment will last longer
--> Printer included, you will need a printer at college. Buying the laptop will require you buying a printer.--> Hewlett Packard is an excellent brand

Going to be quite a hassel moving the desktop to the campus, though.

In my opinion, it really depends how much you use the computer. If you're just a Maplestory user...eh...the laptop. If you like running stuff like IRC, Maplestory, 99394138095 tabs open, some music, etc. etc, the desktop. Even if you run about 3 programs at a time, the laptop should do fine with its 4 GB RAM, though.

If I HAVE to make a choice, the laptop would be the better IMO.

Once you're in college, you're going to want a laptop to take advantage of on campus wireless, a desktop computer also limits portability. You might want to bring the laptop to class (might be a bad thing) or to study sessions.

To be real honest, both PCs use AMD processors. I think AMD processors are fail atm. Intel just beats them hands down. But the Desktop does look like a good deal. The monitor alone is around 190-220 alone. But boo to Phenom.

If it would be possible, wait until boxing day and snatch a decent intel core 2 dual laptop from Toshiba for about 1k.

Here are some Circuit City Black Friday sales:

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HP Pavilion 15.4" Core 2 Duo Laptop w/ 4GB, 250GB, Webcam - $629.99

HP Pavilion 15.4" Laptop w/ Intel Dual-Core Mobile Processor T3200 - $499.99

HP Pavilion Desktop PC w/ Core 2 Quad Processor, 19" HP Monitor & HP all-in-one Printer - $799.97

HP Pavilion Desktop w/ Dual-Core, 2GB, 250GB, 17" LCD Monitor - $449.98

Toshiba Satellite 15.4" Dual-Core Laptop w/ 3GB, 160GB - $649.98

$700ish no OS

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CPU 180 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...-_-Product
Monitor 150 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...-_-Product
Case W/PSU 075 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...-_-Product
Ram 030 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...-_-Product
DVD-RW 021 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...-_-Product
MOBO 073 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...813131335R
GPU 070 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...-_-Product
HDD 090 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...6822148134

The polls, as well as myself, are leaning towards the desktop... hmm. :O

Desktop. Unless you absolutely need the laptop for your commuting. Using it for note-taking DOES NOT COUNT!!!!

Desktops also allow for more interchanging of parts and whatnot, in case something fails like LOLeMachineLOL's power supply -_-

The polls, as well as myself, are leaning towards the desktop... hmm. :O

only 8 people voted F3

I still say spend a bit more money and get a laptop. Life is so much better with a laptop on campus. A LOT better. The free printer wouldn't be a steal unless it is a laser. If it isn't, just forget it. The monitor might be a brand you've never heard of, won't be the best quality either.

only 8 people voted F3

I still say spend a bit more money and get a laptop. Life is so much better with a laptop on campus. A LOT better. The free printer wouldn't be a steal unless it is a laser. If it isn't, just forget it. The monitor might be a brand you've never heard of, won't be the best quality either.

It's an HP Monitor xd. And like.. I won't be on campus alot. Just for classes and studying. Otherwise I'll be home, cus I'm commuting anyways. So... Idno. Personally, I think I like the desktop better, too. D;

i always saw a guy selling runescape money .but dont know if my account will be banned when i bought?