Intel or AMD Laptop? Need your help Triumph and Andro. Okay...maybe

**Lirange** · 12-07-2009, 02:18 AM

Well we don't have a job. So many will be a big factor. I'd say $600. That's including monitor. So 500 for the desktop. We currently have around 400bucks.

**Triumph** · 12-07-2009, 02:25 AM

Do you want to build your own, or do you prefer to have yours already built?

**Lirange** · 12-07-2009, 02:25 AM

Wait, are intel and amd the only type of computers? Because when i click intel or amd dektops, they only have like 3 options each. But when i just click shop desktops there are loads of options.

Which is cheaper?xD
Note: In a couple years i'll probably be able to get a much better computer. So I don't need it to last for like. 5 years. 2-3 years would be sufficient.

**Lirange** · 12-07-2009, 02:29 AM

Would this do?
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...451&CatId=2628

Oh, I want one that could upgrade to windows 7.

**Triumph** · 12-07-2009, 02:33 AM

Weak processor, 512MB DDR RAM (333 Hz lol), 40GB HD, no DVD-ROM...

It's archaic.

**Lirange** · 12-07-2009, 02:42 AM

This one looks really cool xD
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...582&CatId=2627
Any good?
Also, whats the difference between led, lcd, and plasma monitors?

**Triumph** · 12-07-2009, 02:45 AM

If you want a gaming computer, a slim computer won't cut it.

Read this for further information.

**Lirange** · 12-07-2009, 02:52 AM

Hm..
Would this be any good?
It's an AMD Phenom just like that one, though it's a different type. Holds more memory.
Has less watts, if thats a good thing..

Or this. 20 extra more dollars.

**Hraesvelg** · 12-07-2009, 02:53 AM

<insert specs for the $2500 build>

Whoa.

**Andromeda** · 12-07-2009, 03:02 AM

AMD = Cheaper but prone to overheating more than Intel
Intel = Quite dearer but don't overheat as much as AMD

But most people usually go Intel because they are usually infront of AMD in terms of speed and people find overclocking Intels better because they are generally easier because of heating issues.

Laptop = Go with Intel I dont need to hear another overheating laptop issue (I've seen so many lol)

Desktop = Depends on reliability and performance but you are on a budget so go with AMD. To be honest you won't notice a difference if you went with either AMD or Intel on a Desktop. I went with Intel because of reliability and performance. (Your not a hardcore computer enthusiast so AMD or Intel you really wont notice a difference). Just do a bit of research before buying a computer especially if you want a prebuilt computer. You want a computer with an excellent power supply unit. (PSUs are the most vital part of any computer if these are dodgy you risk damage to other computer parts)

Lirange where do you live if you dont mind me asking?

For gaming computers having lower watt PSU is a bad thing because overtime PSUs start to lose power.