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Title: I've made up my mind!
Post by: SargentJosh on February 14, 2010, 03:47:25 am
Get ready? I am prepared for this one.

I have made my decision on the PC I am getting. Any one know what this is?

(http://www.slashgear.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/alienware_area-51_alx_x-58_2-480x480.jpg)


It is the Alienware Area 51 ALX. Worth $5,559.20

Although I'd like to create a discussion about this type of PC, nothing like "not worth it, too expensive" because money has no value to me.

Details:

Style -

CHASSIS OPTIONS   ALX Black Anodized Aluminum Chassis(1.1KW)   
AVATAR   Alienware Avatar -Alienhead 3D   
WALLPAPER   Alienware Wallpaper -Alien Schematic   
GADGETS   Alienware Sidebar Gadgets-CPU Meter   
GADGETS   Alienware Sidebar Gadgets-Calendar   
WINDOWS COLOR THEME   AlienFX System Lighting - Terra Green   
AUTOMATIC UPDATE   Automatic updates-on
TIME ZONE UPDATE   Time-Zone Updates (GMT+10:00) Brisbane

Build -

PROCESSOR   Intel® Coreâ„¢ i7-960 Processor (3.2GHz, 8MB)
OPERATING SYSTEM   Genuine Windows® 7 Ultimate 64bit (English)
MONITOR   Alienware OptXâ„¢ AW2210 21.5" Full HD Widescreen Monitor
MEMORY   6GB (3X2GB) DDR3 SDRAM 1333MHz Memory
HARD DRIVE   1TB SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive with Native Command Queuing
OPTICAL DRIVE   16X DVD+/-RW with Dual Layer Write Capability
VIDEO CARD   1792MB NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) GTX 295
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: BLiSS908 on February 14, 2010, 04:40:53 am
Waste of cash.

Build your own computer, save $2000. :)
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: SargentJosh on February 14, 2010, 04:47:35 am
Waste of cash.

Build your own computer, save $2000. :)


Waste of a comment there. Did you not read what I said?
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: BLiSS908 on February 14, 2010, 04:57:39 am

Waste of a comment there. Did you not read what I said?

I did read. Dude, this computer would be outdated within 2 years. Why not build a computer? You would know your computer by heart and you can choose everything you want. Sorry but this is just a stupid waste of money. If money has no value to you, maybe give it to the poor or support this server cause we are in the need of money.
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: SargentJosh on February 14, 2010, 05:44:34 am
And since when are you my financial advisor? The Area 51 ALX has easy to upgrade ability. And I've already customized this computer. I am thinking about building one but I don't think I should, I am not that knowledgeable about building PCs.
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: russianboy on February 14, 2010, 05:46:13 am
And since when are you my financial advisor? The Area 51 ALX has easy to upgrade ability. And I've already customized this computer. I am thinking about building one but I don't think I should, I am not that knowledgeable about building PCs.

Its really simple really. Like if you can put two lego blocks together, you can build a computer.
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: SargentJosh on February 14, 2010, 05:50:19 am
Its really simple really. Like if you can put two lego blocks together, you can build a computer.

Wiring, making sure nothing can short? Making sure you handle every single bit of equipment correctly. Come up with a PC I can build, really powerful performance with all parts that can be recieved in Australia. Then I will be glad to build one.
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Boxy on February 14, 2010, 05:52:43 am
what are you talking about building a pc is shit easy
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: BLiSS908 on February 14, 2010, 06:11:09 am
Wiring, making sure nothing can short? Making sure you handle every single bit of equipment correctly. Come up with a PC I can build, really powerful performance with all parts that can be recieved in Australia. Then I will be glad to build one.

Dude. Its like connect one wire to another. If the wire doesn't fit, then its probably not the plug. I built my first PC when I was 8. Easy stuff dude.
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Altair_Carter on February 14, 2010, 09:22:59 am
Nice computer, tho a waste of money.

For a videocard, you could wait for new 3xx to release.
Processor is kinda good, but new line will appear in the mid-end of this year.
RAM, okay this wins, tho DDR2 is used better (FOR NOW)

Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Squeak on February 14, 2010, 09:26:47 am
Buy a car instead. Or a huge bag of pot.
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Eminem. on February 14, 2010, 09:39:03 am
Thats actually expensive for such a PC like this one but i have to admit the graphic card..
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: SargentJosh on February 14, 2010, 11:46:06 am
Buy a car instead. Or a huge bag of pot.

I can't buy a car, I am moving interstate soon and a car will cost to much to get down there.
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Tsub0 on February 14, 2010, 12:27:16 pm
Alienware's are good.. But.. For christmas i got almost the same system specific's as this computer and it costed less than alienware.. In my opinion you pay this 5,000$ only for the firm mark not for the "good computer".. You can build your own and better computer for less cash :) You can buy really good computer with almost the same specific's for around 2,000$ and for the other 3,000$ you can buy something else.. for example if you like motorbikes ;)

Im just saying my opinion :) If you really like it and want it, than take it! :)
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Yihka on February 14, 2010, 01:21:40 pm
They make a point here about the value...

I always wanted an alienware and I think you want one too... Buy it if you do not mind spending extra money on it!

I suggest:

-Putting in 8gb DDR3 ram instead.
-Get blueray!

I wondeR:

-Does it have watercooling?
-Can you add in another same video card or better?
-Do they also overclock your system?
-Can the video card use DirectX 11 fully? ( If not I suggest picking one that can )

If all is yes I would say it lasts for 3-4 years in high quality, afterwards it might drain to medium... ( I am not counting in AA or anything )





Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: tiderman on February 14, 2010, 05:33:41 pm
What the fuck? 5500 dollars? ARE YOU CRAZY?
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Dave on February 14, 2010, 05:41:20 pm
GTX 2 series is about to be made obsolete by Spring/summer with the new wave of cards.
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: smey on February 14, 2010, 05:56:38 pm
Their will always be something better in PC world if you wait :p
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Custom on February 14, 2010, 10:29:09 pm
If you can't wait, then give it more RAM!
And BTW, they are beginning to make processors with 128-BIT systems (Windows 8), so you will someday HAVE to upgrade the most expensive part: The preocessor.
But if you will buy this, get as much RAM as possible then, 6GB ain't so much compared to all the other...
And to everyone else: Please respect his decession, and support him on what ever he wishes. Try to help me him instead of just criticizing him!
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Pandalink on February 14, 2010, 10:32:41 pm
Honest advice from an owner of two alienware computers..

.. don't get alienware computers. They're alright I guess, pretty good actually.
However, "pretty good" does not justify their cost.

Dunno, just saying. I definitely wouldn't get the 5k high end model though..
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Custom on February 14, 2010, 10:38:49 pm
Well, he is maybe going after the design.
He can build his own computer, save 2k, MAYBE even better specs, but the design will maybe look like trash.
Good-looking is the key for this guy, and in the same time also the specs.
It clearly seems to me that he have placed some glue to his eyes on this computer, which means it's hard to change his mind.
Everybody got their own taste!! We are here talking about a rich taste, which does not give a shit about $$.
He knows what he's doing, I guess.
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Challenger on February 14, 2010, 10:52:09 pm
Seriously you will pay 5000 $ to play some games ?
If I had those money I would go in a trip around the world  :)
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Gird3r on February 15, 2010, 11:05:25 am
I know money has no value to you, but DO NOT GET THAT COMPUTER.

Get the parts yourself. Alienware has also been getting negative responses lately. Even an computer enhuasiast I know did not wish to get an alienware even if he\s all crazy about chassi and graphics.
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: SargentJosh on February 15, 2010, 01:21:52 pm
5 grand for a trip around the world? Holey shit thats cheap!

Anyway my local computer geeks (friends from computer company) has made me a deal. They will service and build me a PC better than this to what ever my likings.
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Todor on February 15, 2010, 03:25:10 pm
Well, he is maybe going after the design.
He can build his own computer, save 2k, MAYBE even better specs, but the design will maybe look like trash.
Good-looking is the key for this guy, and in the same time also the specs.
It clearly seems to me that he have placed some glue to his eyes on this computer, which means it's hard to change his mind.
Everybody got their own taste!! We are here talking about a rich taste, which does not give a shit about $$.
He knows what he's doing, I guess.

Stupid decision mate... get an Alienware case of ebay or something, they sell them there. Even better - CoolerMaster 840ATCS. Such a beast. From personal experience, let me tell you - DELL Customer support is awfull. If you are not very good with PC's an Alienware is probably the worst thing you can buy. I'm just saying.
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Wayne on February 15, 2010, 03:27:53 pm
If money has no value to you, then wire me some!!!
anyways, that's a waste of cash ... you could build a very better pc.
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Custom on February 15, 2010, 10:10:54 pm
My personal opinion:
Go to a store in your city, buy a normal pc, with warranty for 3 years.
In 2012 (when Windows 8 is released), get some pepsi, 7-up Light or Fanta Exotic may be as good, and "accidently" place it over the pc. Bang! Money is back, nothing lost, and now go look for a pc compatible on 128-bit :)
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: Roman on February 16, 2010, 02:15:24 am
I did read. Dude, this computer would be outdated within 2 years. Why not build a computer? You would know your computer by heart and you can choose everything you want. Sorry but this is just a stupid waste of money. If money has no value to you, maybe give it to the poor or support this server cause we are in the need of money.


You can build your own for less then 3,000$.

I even got a better decision for you! Buy a Plasma TV like 50-60 inches, buy a xBox360/PS3 and be happy.
Title: Re: I've made up my mind!
Post by: SargentJosh on February 16, 2010, 01:50:15 pm

You can build your own for less then 3,000$.

I even got a better decision for you! Buy a Plasma TV like 50-60 inches, buy a xBox360/PS3 and be happy.

Got a PS3 with HDMI TV and i am already set for that lol
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