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Dell XPS 8500 3rd Gen Core i7-3770

  • 11-07-2012 1:02am
    #1
    LaVail
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,619 ✭✭✭


    Looking to buy a new system as my old one is about 8 years old. She's served me well but I think it's time for something new.

    I'm wondering if the XPS 8500 is worth a punt? I am willing to spend anything up to 4k on a new system and monitor.

    I have no interest in a gaming PC but I would still like a good graphics card etc...also I'm looking for a very silent running system if possible.

    What do ye think of an XPS or can ye recommend something better? Also whats the best monitor out there these days? Needs to be full HD etc etc but price isn't an issue

    Fire away :)


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  • #2
    RUCKING FETARD
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,455 ✭✭✭RUCKING FETARD


    Fill 'er in...and maybe yoyo will move Thread to PC Building.
    1. What is your budget? [€xxx]

    2. What will be the main purpose of the computer? [Gaming/Video editing/3D Modelling/HTPC/Internet] (If gaming include which games)

    3. Do you need a copy of Windows? [Yes/No]

    4. Can you use any parts from an old computer? [Hard drive/DVD Drive/Case/PSU/etc.] (If possible state brand and model of the parts to ensure compatibility)

    5. Do you need a monitor? [Yes/No]

    5a. If yes, what size do you need. [19'/20'/22'/24'/etc.]

    5b. If no, what resolution is your current monitor and do you plan to upgrade in the near future?     [1920x1080/1440x900/etc.] [Yes/No]

    6. Do you need any of these peripherals? [Keyboard/Mouse/Wireless Card/Card Reader/Speakers/etc.]

    7. Are you willing to try overclocking? [Yes/No]

    8. How can you pay? [Bank Transfer/Credit Card/Laser]

    9. When are you purchasing? [In x days]

    10. If you need help building it, where are you based? [South Dublin City/Cork City/Kerry/etc.]
    You'll be buying from these guys, they'll build it for ya for €20 if you're not up for doing it yourself. By far cheapest place to buy anyway.


  • #3
    U_Fig
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 893 ✭✭✭U_Fig


    Have you thought about Building a pc.. It usually works out cheaper and in addition you can customise it to exactly what you need. And its a learning experience building it or if that's not an option Hardwareversand the place recommed by a lot here for €20 will put it together for you..

    .4k is a lot to spend on a pc..you could prob drop half that and get an absolute beast unless you have soecific needs that need specialised GPUs

    What will it be used for..
    Also if you go to the building and upgrading forum and fill out form ( using my phone can't link ATM) and someone will post a Pontial build and you can compare price and performance wise to the dell you are thinking

    Edit: damn beat to it :D what he said


  • #4
    LaVail
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,619 ✭✭✭LaVail


    Thanks for the links and suggestions lads. As suggested I should probably try the PC Builds forum. Never thought about going down the self build route as I would have some knowledge but not enough to complete the task.

    I'll try the other forum and see what they say.

    Cheers

    edit* Opened another thread in the PC building forum - close this one if necessary thanks


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