Who makes good desktop computers? - GoFuckYourself.com

Jayvis · 12-19-2010, 02:09 PM

I'm going to be purchasing a new one this week... I don't game or edit movies, so I don't think I need something too high end.

I just need a nice, reliable set-up... and dual monitors.

So if you know who makes good monitors, pass that info along too... please.

Thanks GFY!

Amputate Your Head · 12-19-2010, 02:10 PM

Apple

Chris · 12-19-2010, 02:12 PM

if you dont want apple just go with a dell or something

cheap - decent - will work forever as long as you take care of it

Jayvis · 12-19-2010, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Amputate Your Head

Apple

They are nice but that's probably overkill in regards to what I need.

The most I ever have running is about 30 internet windows, photoshop, an FTP, some music, word, excel, etc. I don't think I need anything too fancy.

I heard Dell is good?

SallyRand · 12-19-2010, 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayvis

I'm going to be purchasing a new one this week... I don't game or edit movies, so I don't think I need something too high end.

I just need a nice, reliable set-up... and dual monitors.

So if you know who makes good monitors, pass that info along too... please.

Thanks GFY!

My preferences for PCs in this order:

(1) HP

(2) Dell

Monitors:

(1) Acer

(2) Acer

(3) Acer

Laptops:

(1) Acer

(2) HP

Jayvis · 12-19-2010, 02:17 PM

I do want 2 or 3 good, big monitors though... what should I buy for those?

candyflip · 12-19-2010, 02:17 PM

I have an apple desktop and won't ever waste my money on another one. You can build you own hackintosh with the same exact parts for 1/3 the price.

Chris · 12-19-2010, 02:19 PM

Jayvis - im not sure about the dual monitor support but im sure someone here can answer this for us ... what about a mac mini bro?

When you switch over to apple you really have alot less worries - no real worries about catching new spyware or virus that is floating around that auto installs because of windows

ive had an imac for years - never had to take it in ..only thing i really do is run a a program called CleanMyMac about once a week

CurrentlySober · 12-19-2010, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Amputate Your Head

Apple

Plus 1.

I LOVE my iMac...

Lint · 12-19-2010, 02:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayvis

I do want 2 or 3 good, big monitors though... what should I buy for those?

EIZO.

trevesty · 12-19-2010, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SallyRand

My preferences for PCs in this order:

(1) HP

(2) Dell

Monitors:

(1) Acer

(2) Acer

(3) Acer

Laptops:

(1) Acer

(2) HP

To quote a friend, who runs a successful computer repair shop in town:

"To customers, I tell them to buy HP all day. Know why? They will be in here after 3 months every month like clock work giving me business. To friends, I tell them to stay away from those poorly assembled piles of crap."

not exactly verbatim, but fairly close.

I run an HP desktop(with a few mods from the factory build) and it's great.. but it's a high-end guy. However, I will probably have to upgrade it/replace it soon. My last laptop, an HP, died after a year.

Jay,
I'd say build your own. Price will be about the same and you won't have worry about poor build quality.

candyflip · 12-19-2010, 02:24 PM

I would purchase more iMacs...guess its only fair that I mention that. But I don't think they do multiple monitors, though I've nevr tried.

Jayvis · 12-19-2010, 02:25 PM

Does anyone have that link to the page that lets you download a ton of necessary programs for new installations on computers?

You get Chrome, Skype, and a bunch of other stuff all with one download... anyone know what I'm talking about? I'm gonna need that.

*Edit* - Thanks Trev, I know a GFY'er that has a long history working for HP... I've heard similar things from him. *Further edit* - He wasn't some part timer just selling HPs btw, he was pretty high up. lol

Jayvis · 12-19-2010, 02:35 PM

BTW I gotta thank GFY, about a year ago I posted asking what kind of laptop to buy and I went with an Asus and that thing is awesome.

Adultlexicon · 12-19-2010, 02:37 PM

i owned 3 DELL's so far, Next one will probaly be a DELL too

c0ntent · 12-19-2010, 03:13 PM

Build your own PC. It's not that hard these days.

SallyRand · 12-19-2010, 03:43 PM

The best things to do with Macs:

ErectMedia · 12-19-2010, 03:43 PM

2 desktops both HP and the only thing that ever went out on 1 of them was a power supply which was like $25-$35 at the local shop. I hear bad things about HP but I never experienced them and my shits on at least 6-12 hours a day. I'm due for a new one soon so I will probably go HP or Dell.

Helix · 12-19-2010, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayvis

Does anyone have that link to the page that lets you download a ton of necessary programs for new installations on computers?

You get Chrome, Skype, and a bunch of other stuff all with one download... anyone know what I'm talking about? I'm gonna need that.

Google Pack

Bama · 12-19-2010, 03:51 PM

Dell Outlet Store - get em' really cheap that way.

Amputate Your Head · 12-19-2010, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by SallyRand

The best things to do with Macs:

best thing to do with a PC:

donate it.

Jayvis · 12-19-2010, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Helix

Google Pack

Thanks but there was another page I saw that included ICQ, AIM, hell it even had Winamp among others... the whole nine yards... it came bundled with a ton of stuff.

I want to say it sounded something like "ning" or... I dunno??

d-null · 12-19-2010, 05:49 PM

my HP laptop has been fantastic for me, taken all kinds of abuse travelling everywhere, dropped many times, covered in dust, used 18 hours a day, and it still works great, I've used it so much the keys are all worn and it keeps on performing, I'm getting HP again for sure

Redrob · 12-19-2010, 05:56 PM

Dell and Velocity Micro in the house here. I've been happy with both.

bronco67 · 12-19-2010, 06:18 PM

Anything but overpriced Alienware.

bronco67 · 12-19-2010, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by c0ntent

Build your own PC. It's not that hard these days.

It so easy to say that, but building your own system right on the first try is something that's cultivated over years of experience.

SallyRand · 12-19-2010, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by bronco67

It so easy to say that, but building your own system right on the first try is something that's cultivated over years of experience.

Oh, piffle!

Takes only the components and a Phillips screwdriver! I've built so many Frankesteins that I have forgotten about most of them.

facialfreak · 12-19-2010, 07:20 PM

I have bought a few HP Business class SFF desktops now ... they are extremely well built and reliable (like DELL servers), and have a proprietary air cooling channel that draws heat from the internals and channels it out one side of the case ...

Cooler components are quicker components ... and Dual Channel Memory rocks too!

All I really do to them, is add a bit more RAM, and swap out the floppy drive for a 35-in-1 card reader.

All of my work rigs are now HP business class desktops, except for one IBM that has a pair of Matrox G450 cards in it for a dedicated video rendering box.

garce · 12-19-2010, 09:46 PM

I have two Dell Inspiron laptops and I just leave them lying around for guests to play with when they come over. They come loaded with too much crap for my liking and the bloatware grows rapidly. Its easier to get a machine without all of that crap pre-installed than it is to remove it from these damned things.

There's a shop up the street from me that builds my desktops and I've never had a problem with them.

I'd recommend either building your own, or develop a relationship with a local store. They'll work harder for your business than Best Buy ever will.

CYF · 12-19-2010, 10:20 PM

Apple makes good hardware. My macbook has lasted over 3 years already

bronco67 · 12-19-2010, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by CYF

Apple makes good hardware. My macbook has lasted over 3 years already

That's one thing I've noticed about Mac people. They brag about how their Mac has lasted so many years, not even thinking about the fact that their hardware is outdated.

Computer tech and system speeds are increasing so fast, who keeps a computer for more than year -- two at the most?

PornMD · 12-20-2010, 12:35 AM

For just "nice reliable setup, not too high end", I'd probably recommend Dell.

I myself however will probably spend the bit extra and get a custom built one at CyberPowerPC. If you do the research part by part you can figure out what needs quality part and what doesn't and end up with a nice fast computer that should be fast and last a really long time from the looks of it.

I currently have an HP laptop and it's serviceable though. I have no beef with HP computers...the ones I've had have worked fine.

sojproductions · 12-20-2010, 12:49 AM

I'd go dell, cheap with half decent internals, more importantly, they are workhorses that never die!

Tulku · 12-20-2010, 04:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jayvis

i do want 2 or 3 good, big monitors though... What should i buy for those?

eizo ...

punkpred · 12-20-2010, 04:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SallyRand

My preferences for PCs in this order:

(1) HP

(2) Dell

Monitors:

(1) Acer

(2) Acer

(3) Acer

Laptops:

(1) Acer

(2) HP

HP and Acer are the worst

DamianJ · 12-20-2010, 04:33 AM

Awesome, more Mac Vs PC pointless arguing!

Someone start another foreskin thread quick!

cooldude7 · 12-20-2010, 07:37 PM

build a custom one.
it gives satisfaction.

woj · 12-20-2010, 08:00 PM

make your own, you will likely pay less and will get premium parts unlike the crap they put into dells, hps, etc...

if you are not sure how, get a friend to help you out...

HomerSimpson · 12-20-2010, 08:03 PM

just go and buy a Dell

baycouples · 12-20-2010, 08:25 PM

Probably Apple but you don't want a Mac. Trust me. It's a cult and it's not supported by too many software or hardware makers :-)

Go for Lenovo - that's still the best one the money can buy.

The Porn Nerd · 12-20-2010, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by woj

make your own, you will likely pay less and will get premium parts unlike the crap they put into dells, hps, etc...

if you are not sure how, get a friend to help you out...

"get a friend" - now THAT'S funny.....

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2MuchMark · 12-20-2010, 09:04 PM

If you want old technology that is overstuff with useless software and underpowered just to make it seem like a better deal, go with ANY pc from any retailer.

If you want real value for your money, go for an Apple iMac.

If you must go with a PC, forget the brand names. Go OEM and custom order the machine you want. (ie: Fast CPU, lots of Ram, super-fast hard disk), and then finally Windows ONLY, without all the extra's and add-ons and other resource hogging shit you get with a Dell or HP. You'll save money and have a fast machine to boot.

Jayvis · 12-31-2010, 02:45 PM

Can anyone tell me their opinion on these two:

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Asus+Ess... 9145400050005

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Asus+Ess... 9145400050006

I'm not going to build my own, this is one of the few desktop BB sells that isn't bloated with shit, my laptop by Asus runs like a champ and has for well over a year now, I've probably only turned it off a handful of times.

I don't know much about processors though, if anyone has some advice, let me know

Jayvis · 12-31-2010, 03:28 PM

Bump for me... I thought there was a billion computer experts on gfy... help a noob out.

ruff · 12-31-2010, 03:34 PM

Gateway, stay away from Dell and HP and you will be happy. Apple is for kids.

ThumbLord · 12-31-2010, 06:22 PM

monitor(s) is easy: EIZO, period

GAMEFINEST · 12-31-2010, 06:35 PM

i prefer dell or hp

bigmacandcheese · 12-31-2010, 07:19 PM

Apple. The upfront cost is more, but the long term cost is much less. Haters don't like their control over all the system, but i does make for a more stable system with less fragmentation.

ThumbLord · 12-31-2010, 07:26 PM

Acer is your second clue, so now you have the answer.
Acer and Eizo, case closed.

bronco67 · 12-31-2010, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by bigmacandcheese

Apple. The upfront cost is more, but the long term cost is much less. Haters don't like their control over all the system, but i does make for a more stable system with less fragmentation.

"Long term" --- that's where you f'd up. You can't equate any kind of value in computing products with long term. Technology is moving to fast to have an expensive computer for years.

12-19-2010, 02:09 PM	#1
Jayvis Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 5,427	Who makes good desktop computers? I'm going to be purchasing a new one this week... I don't game or edit movies, so I don't think I need something too high end. I just need a nice, reliable set-up... and dual monitors. So if you know who makes good monitors, pass that info along too... please. Thanks GFY!

12-19-2010, 02:10 PM	#2
Amputate Your Head There can be only one Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Somewhere else Posts: 39,075	Apple __________________ SIG TOO BIG

12-19-2010, 02:12 PM	#3
Chris Too lazy to set a custom title Industry Role: Join Date: May 2003 Location: icq: 71462500 Skype: Jupzchris Posts: 27,880	if you dont want apple just go with a dell or something cheap - decent - will work forever as long as you take care of it __________________ [email protected]

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candyflip Carpe Visio Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: New York Posts: 43,058	I have an apple desktop and won't ever waste my money on another one. You can build you own hackintosh with the same exact parts for 1/3 the price. __________________ Spend you some brain. Email Me

12-19-2010, 02:19 PM	#8
Chris Too lazy to set a custom title Industry Role: Join Date: May 2003 Location: icq: 71462500 Skype: Jupzchris Posts: 27,880	Jayvis - im not sure about the dual monitor support but im sure someone here can answer this for us ... what about a mac mini bro? When you switch over to apple you really have alot less worries - no real worries about catching new spyware or virus that is floating around that auto installs because of windows ive had an imac for years - never had to take it in ..only thing i really do is run a a program called CleanMyMac about once a week __________________ [email protected]

12-19-2010, 02:24 PM	#12
candyflip Carpe Visio Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: New York Posts: 43,058	I would purchase more iMacs...guess its only fair that I mention that. But I don't think they do multiple monitors, though I've nevr tried. Last edited by candyflip; 12-19-2010 at 02:25 PM..

12-19-2010, 02:25 PM	#13
Jayvis Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 5,427	Does anyone have that link to the page that lets you download a ton of necessary programs for new installations on computers? You get Chrome, Skype, and a bunch of other stuff all with one download... anyone know what I'm talking about? I'm gonna need that. Edit - Thanks Trev, I know a GFY'er that has a long history working for HP... I've heard similar things from him. Further edit - He wasn't some part timer just selling HPs btw, he was pretty high up. lol Last edited by Jayvis; 12-19-2010 at 02:28 PM..

12-19-2010, 02:35 PM	#14
Jayvis Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 5,427	BTW I gotta thank GFY, about a year ago I posted asking what kind of laptop to buy and I went with an Asus and that thing is awesome.

12-19-2010, 02:37 PM	#15
Adultlexicon Confirmed User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Netherlands Posts: 816	i owned 3 DELL's so far, Next one will probaly be a DELL too

12-19-2010, 03:13 PM	#16
c0ntent Registered User Industry Role: Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 30	Build your own PC. It's not that hard these days.

12-19-2010, 03:43 PM	#17
SallyRand So Fucking Banned Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: In A Galaxie Far, Far Away! Posts: 3,487	The best things to do with Macs:

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ErectMedia Confirmed Chicago Pimp Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Chicago Posts: 7,100	2 desktops both HP and the only thing that ever went out on 1 of them was a power supply which was like $25-$35 at the local shop. I hear bad things about HP but I never experienced them and my shits on at least 6-12 hours a day. I'm due for a new one soon so I will probably go HP or Dell. __________________ Domain Name Registration Web3 Domains Last edited by ErectMedia; 12-19-2010 at 03:46 PM..

12-19-2010, 03:51 PM	#20
Bama Confirmed User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 2,727	Dell Outlet Store - get em' really cheap that way.

12-19-2010, 05:49 PM	#23
d-null . . . Industry Role: Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: NY Posts: 13,724	my HP laptop has been fantastic for me, taken all kinds of abuse travelling everywhere, dropped many times, covered in dust, used 18 hours a day, and it still works great, I've used it so much the keys are all worn and it keeps on performing, I'm getting HP again for sure

12-19-2010, 05:56 PM	#24
Redrob Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: In a refrigerator box by the tracks. Posts: 4,790	Dell and Velocity Micro in the house here. I've been happy with both.

12-19-2010, 06:18 PM	#25
bronco67 Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 29,032	Anything but overpriced Alienware. __________________

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facialfreak Confirmed User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Montreal Posts: 3,018	I have bought a few HP Business class SFF desktops now ... they are extremely well built and reliable (like DELL servers), and have a proprietary air cooling channel that draws heat from the internals and channels it out one side of the case ... Cooler components are quicker components ... and Dual Channel Memory rocks too! All I really do to them, is add a bit more RAM, and swap out the floppy drive for a 35-in-1 card reader. All of my work rigs are now HP business class desktops, except for one IBM that has a pair of Matrox G450 cards in it for a dedicated video rendering box. __________________ Managed Shared Hosting starting at $4.99/mo Managed VPS starting at $29.99/mo

12-19-2010, 09:46 PM	#29
garce Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Toronto Posts: 7,103	I have two Dell Inspiron laptops and I just leave them lying around for guests to play with when they come over. They come loaded with too much crap for my liking and the bloatware grows rapidly. Its easier to get a machine without all of that crap pre-installed than it is to remove it from these damned things. There's a shop up the street from me that builds my desktops and I've never had a problem with them. I'd recommend either building your own, or develop a relationship with a local store. They'll work harder for your business than Best Buy ever will.

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12-20-2010, 12:35 AM	#32
PornMD Mainstream Businessman Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 9,291	For just "nice reliable setup, not too high end", I'd probably recommend Dell. I myself however will probably spend the bit extra and get a custom built one at CyberPowerPC. If you do the research part by part you can figure out what needs quality part and what doesn't and end up with a nice fast computer that should be fast and last a really long time from the looks of it. I currently have an HP laptop and it's serviceable though. I have no beef with HP computers...the ones I've had have worked fine. __________________ Want to crush it in mainstream with Facebook ads? Hit me up. Last edited by PornMD; 12-20-2010 at 12:36 AM..

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12-20-2010, 04:33 AM	#36
DamianJ Too lazy to set a custom title Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: A magical land Posts: 15,808	Awesome, more Mac Vs PC pointless arguing! Someone start another foreskin thread quick!

12-20-2010, 07:37 PM	#37
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12-20-2010, 08:25 PM	#40
baycouples Confirmed User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 1,341	Probably Apple but you don't want a Mac. Trust me. It's a cult and it's not supported by too many software or hardware makers :-) Go for Lenovo - that's still the best one the money can buy.

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12-31-2010, 02:45 PM	#43
Jayvis Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 5,427	Can anyone tell me their opinion on these two: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Asus+Ess... 9145400050005 http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Asus+Ess... 9145400050006 I'm not going to build my own, this is one of the few desktop BB sells that isn't bloated with shit, my laptop by Asus runs like a champ and has for well over a year now, I've probably only turned it off a handful of times. I don't know much about processors though, if anyone has some advice, let me know Last edited by Jayvis; 12-31-2010 at 02:51 PM..

12-31-2010, 03:28 PM	#44
Jayvis Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 5,427	Bump for me... I thought there was a billion computer experts on gfy... help a noob out.

12-31-2010, 03:34 PM	#45
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bigmacandcheese Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 180	Apple. The upfront cost is more, but the long term cost is much less. Haters don't like their control over all the system, but i does make for a more stable system with less fragmentation. Last edited by bigmacandcheese; 12-31-2010 at 07:20 PM..

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