Gaming laptop under 2000?

Wiggles

Been looking at the alienware M17x a lot, trying to figure how to get the best performance while keeping it under 2 grand. Open to other brands though. What's the best way to get the most performance within my budget?

Answer
You should definitely get the MSI Computer Corp gamer laptop, it is a better gaming laptop than the alienware m17x. It has similar processor as the M17X (Intel Core i7-3630QM Processor (2.4 GHz), but far out run the alienware m17x in all other departments. Look at the breakdown below.

*The alienware m17x has a 2GB GDDR5 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675M graphics card while the MSI has a 4GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX675MX. So the MSI has a far better graphics card. Ans to be honest, the graphics card is the major element of a good gamer, it is what truly dictates the gaming power of your PC. So as you can see, the MSI gamer has a newer graphics card as well as its graphics card has far more memory which means that it is faster.

* The alienware M17x has 8 GB DDR3 RAM while the MSI Gamer has 16 GB DDR3
Memory is very vital in gaming as it helps with the speed of the computer and as you can see, the MSI's memory doubles the Alienware m17x's memory.

* Both laptops has a 750 GB with rotating speed at 7200 rpm, however the MSI also has 128 GB Solid-State Drive (flash memory) while the M17X has none. So overall, the MSI has a bigger storage by far which is very vital for a gamer.

There are a few other small differences, however I have outlined the things that matters most. So, overall, its better to get the MSI gamer since it is much more suitable for gaming- having a better graphics card, double times RAM etc. And the biggest thing is that this laptop is even cheaper than the M17X, being sold for $1795.. See more >> http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009H8RI38/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B009H8RI38&linkCode=as2&tag=cheonlsto-20

Future proof gaming PC for under $2000 AU?

Pwnage Pen

I want to build a gaming PC for under 2000 Australian Dollars. I don't need a monitor, mouse or keyboard. I also want this to be as future proof as possible.

And also need to add the cost of having someone build it for me.
Please answer quickly.

Answer
a decent gaming machine would be through NewEgg.com or Tigerdirect.com, dont know if they ship to AU, but look at their performance packages and a gaming setup PC's. I think the one that looks decent for $900 USD is this setup from TigerDirect.com:

Vista Home Ultimate 64bit
Core 2 Quad Q6600 (2.4GHz)
4gb DDr2 Ram
250gb sata2
22X DVD/RW
9600gt 512mb SLI (dual graphics cards)
Gigabit NC/6CH audio


Looks ok for the price.

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What is the best Gaming PC setup I can buy for under $2000?

HaloHelper

I'm looking to build my own Gaming PC in order to play games such as Battlefield 3 and GTA IV on the highest settings, but I'm not sure which hardware I should purchase. What I'm looking for is a PC that:

-Isn't too loud
-Doesn't overheat before 5 hours of usage
-Can play games such as Battlefield 3, GTA IV and Crysis with the highest settings
-Is overall good quality
-Must be under $2000

Thanks for any help.

Answer
Desktop?
I7 processor, 16gbddr3 ram, motherboard with sound card, 2gbddr5 card, ssd and a huge hdd. thats not over 2000$. check amazon

good gaming pc rig around 2000?

Ryan

i wanna run a few game on max (bf3 crysis 2 skyrim) any good rigs around taht price that can last me a few good years before upgrading again

Answer
If want to go with pre-built options, iBUYPOWER is a really good route to go. Here's an example of a really nice rig from Newegg.com at just under $2000:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883227393

If you are thinking of custom-building a computer, either by yourself or having it done, I'll list the brands of components that I went with:
Motherboard: Asus (Maximus and Rampage are good models)
GPU: Nvidia
Solid-state drive, memory, and power supply: Corsair (Trust me, the one thing you do not want to skimp on is a power supply, and Corsair simply makes the best)
Case: Cooler-Master (I have the Cosmos 1000 full-tower and love it)
CPU: Intel (I have a Core 2 Quad Q-6600 overclocked and it has served me well, but will upgrade to i7 soon.)
CPU cooler: Zalman (Whatever brand CPU cooler you end up going with, make sure it has a copper heatsink)
Hard drive: Western Digital (VelociRaptor especially) and Seagate both have great products.

If you want a good site to either buy a pre-assembled machine or purchase components for a scratch build, Newegg.com is by far the most economical option, plus it has a vast range of products.

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What kind of laptop should I buy? Iam a soon to be college student?

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I am going to be a college student in the fall majoring in Environmental science and have no idea what laptop to get. I am completely clueless about PC's. I want a PC that is under 500$ has a webcam. Pretty much I aam only using it to do papers and read my email. Plus save my around 2000 itunes songs. Please help!
If you can please provide a specific PC model i can check out. No IPAD!

Answer
I would have to go with the iPad you can type your papers using the pages app by Apple, HD Video for crystal clear video calls through Skype, you can even buy a keyboard for it if you want to type on a real keyboard, and with iOS 5 you don't even need a computer to set it up, It also includes an HD screen and starts at 499

The only computers that are under 500 are netbooks. If a regular computer is don't expect it to last long, netbooks have crappy proccesors little ram, and really small screens. a computer under 500 won't last to long traveling across campus with all the hard drive shaking, skypeing on a netbook will be terrible because the crappy processor. but if you only need to read emails and type, a netbook may work. Because you are in college though I'm sure you will get interested in computer games, and watching movies on your laptop, which a netbook is not good for,

http://www.apple.com/macbookair/?cid=wwa-naus-seg-mac10-028&cp=wwa-seg-mac10-notebook&sr=sem

this is a solid computer even though it goes over your budget it is well worth the money and you won't break the hard drive in it due to travel across campus because there is no hard drive, there is a SSD drive which you can shake around all you want and it won't break.

here is another laptop with good ratings its the only laptop that toshiba has that is under 500 it may get the job done i would consider a ram upgrade, it is for kids so it has kid friendly stuff preinstalled you can uninstall that though.

http://us.toshiba.com/computers/laptops/satellite/L635-for-kids/L635-S3030

How much would it cost to build a pretty good gaming PC?

DrkWarlock

The questions says it all. I was thinking about building my own PC from scratch, one that can handle the top-end and future games and would like an estimate.

Thanks

Answer
Asus Socket 939 Barebone $239.99
AMD Athlon 64 X2, Plus SLI PS & X-Blaster Case.
Youâll have plenty of power, plus the next-generation components you need to generate aggressive performance. In one affordable package, youâll get the Asus A8N-SLI SE Socket 939 SLi-ready motherboard, an AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800+ processor, Ultraâs 600-watt X-Finity power supply with two (2) 80mm fans, and a black Ultra Xblaster Mid-Tower case. All for the most affordable price in the industry. This Asus Socket 939 barebone is ideal for gaming, multimedia, and complex business applications. Please see complete specifications and descriptions below. This Bundle Includes
Ultra X-Blaster Black ATX Mid-Tower Case
When looking for subtle styling, durable quality and unparalleled ease of use, look no further than the Ultra X-Blaster. The X-Blaster supports AT, baby AT, ATX and micro ATX motherboards and features 1mm thick high grade steel. The X-Blaster has 10 drive bays. Four tool-free 5.25" drive bays, one external 3.5" bay and five internal 3.5" bays.

- Form Factor: ATX Mid-Tower
- Expansion Slots: 7
- Material: Steel
Asus A8N-SLI SE NVIDIA Socket 939 ATX Motherboard
Featuring AMD Cool n' Quiet technology, up to 10 USB 2.0 ports, and a host of ASUS special features, this is a great board for those who want state of the art gaming or graphics machines.

- Chipset: NVIDIA nForce4 SLI
- Processor Interface: Socket 939
- Front Side Bus: 1000MHz (2000 MT/s)

Click Here For More Information!
AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800+ 2.0GHz Dual-Core OEM Processor!
Work or play with multiple programs without any stalling or waiting. Dual-core technology is like having two processors, and two working together is better and faster than one working alone. Do more in less time with the AMD Athlon 64 X2 dual-core processor.
- Processor Speed: 64 3800+ / 2.0GHz
- Processor Interface: Socket 939
- Bus Speed: 1000MHz (2000 MT/s)

Click Here For More Information!
Ultra X-Finity 600-Watt SLI-Ready Power Supply
The FlexForces' incomparable cables are dressed in a great looking titanium silver finish. Specially engineered cable design promotes easy cable management and 30% better airflow than ordinary cables. Simply route cables under the motherboard, behind drive bays... anywhere that gets typically unsightly power supply cables out of the way of airflow. Crafted to accommodate both AMD and Intel CPUs!
Click Here For More Information!
Specifications

Form Factor: ATX
Processor Speed: X2 3800+ / 2.00GHz
Form Factor: ATX Mid-Tower
Compatible Motherboards: ATX
Micro ATX
AT
Baby AT
Processor Interface: Socket 939
Processor Interface: Socket 939
Processors Supported: AMD Athlon 64
AMD Athlon 64 FX
AMD Athlon 64 X2
Processor Class: Athlon 64 X2
Cache Size: 1MB L2
Side Panel Type: Vented, Quick-Release
Additional Technologies: HyperTransport Technology
AMD Cool 'n' Quiet
Front Side Bus: 1000MHz (2000 MT/s)
800MHz (1600 MT/s)
Bus Speed: 1000MHz (2000 MT/s)
Power Supply: Not Included
Additional Technologies: 64-bit
MMX
Dual-Core
SSE
SSE2
SSE3
Enhanced 3DNow!
NX bit
AMD64
Cool'n'Quiet
Material: Steel
Architecture: 90 nm
Stepping: E6
Special Features: Tool-Free Drive Bays
Wattage: 89W
Fan: Not Included
External 5.25" Drive Bays: 4
Northbridge: nVIDIA nForce4 SLI
External 3.5" Drive Bays: 1
Internal 3.5" Drive Bays: 5
Expansion Slots: 7
Front USB Ports: 2
Number of Slots: 4
Number of Pins: 184-Pin
Front FireWire Ports: 1
Front Audio Ports: 2
Maximum Memory Supported: 4GB - 32bit
Memory Supported: DDR266 (PC2100)
DDR333 (PC2700)
DDR400 (PC3200)
Dual Channel Supported
Channels: 6 Channels
Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC850
120mm Fan Ports: 2
120mm Fans Included: None
Depth: 19.5"
Width: 7.5"
Height: 17"
Supported Devices: 4
Hard Drive Types: UDMA/133
UDMA/100
USB Version: 2.0
USB Data Transfer Rates: 480Mbps
PCI Slots: 3
PCI Express X1 Slots: 1
PCI Express X4 Slots: 1
PCI Express X16 Slots: 2
PS/2 Keyboard Connectors: 1
PS/2 Mouse Connectors: 1
Parallel Ports: 1
USB Ports: 10
LAN Ports: 1
Audio Out Jacks: 1
Line In Jacks: 1
Microphone Jacks: 1
IDE Headers: 2
FDD Headers: 1
Serial ATA Headers: 4
ATX Power Connectors: 1 24-Pin Connector
PC Power Connectors: 1 - 4 Pin
Fan Connectors: 1 x Power
1 x CPU
2 x Chassis
S/PDIF Connectors: 1 - Coaxial
Length: 12.000 in. (30.48 cm)
Width: 9.600 in. (24.5 cm)
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How to put old PC games on the computer?

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Summergirl

I have a Nancy Drew game I want to play, but it's old. It's from 2000. I set the set-up under Windows 2000 and tried to install it, but it won't. Also, the disk of the game only shows set up icons and the information of the game, it doesn't show up as the game. What can I do to play the game? Thanks!

Answer
http://store.steampowered.com/search/?term=nancy+drew

There you go rookie.

If you like real adventure games try this one.

http://store.steampowered.com/app/6310/

What is a good gaming pc for under 2000 (price includes keybord monitor and mouse)?

FordGT40

I dont know much about computers but im big in gaming. i currently have an old macbook and i wanna upgrade. whats a good computer and configuration. i would prefer digital storm but other stuff is cool too

Answer
Building your own would be far better than Digital Storm or any other prebuilt PC

You can build a high end PC for under $1200

Core i5 2500K processor
8 GB DDR3 RAM
P67 mobo
1 TB 7200 rpm drive
1 (or 2) AMD 6950 Radeon video card(s)
Corsair or Antec PSU

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What kind of laptop should I buy? Iam a soon to be college student?

best gaming pc under 2000 image

I am going to be a college student in the fall majoring in Environmental science and have no idea what laptop to get. I am completely clueless about PC's. I want a PC that is under 500$ has a webcam. Pretty much I aam only using it to do papers and read my email. Plus save my around 2000 itunes songs. Please help!
If you can please provide a specific PC model i can check out. No IPAD!

Answer
I would have to go with the iPad you can type your papers using the pages app by Apple, HD Video for crystal clear video calls through Skype, you can even buy a keyboard for it if you want to type on a real keyboard, and with iOS 5 you don't even need a computer to set it up, It also includes an HD screen and starts at 499

The only computers that are under 500 are netbooks. If a regular computer is don't expect it to last long, netbooks have crappy proccesors little ram, and really small screens. a computer under 500 won't last to long traveling across campus with all the hard drive shaking, skypeing on a netbook will be terrible because the crappy processor. but if you only need to read emails and type, a netbook may work. Because you are in college though I'm sure you will get interested in computer games, and watching movies on your laptop, which a netbook is not good for,

http://www.apple.com/macbookair/?cid=wwa-naus-seg-mac10-028&cp=wwa-seg-mac10-notebook&sr=sem

this is a solid computer even though it goes over your budget it is well worth the money and you won't break the hard drive in it due to travel across campus because there is no hard drive, there is a SSD drive which you can shake around all you want and it won't break.

here is another laptop with good ratings its the only laptop that toshiba has that is under 500 it may get the job done i would consider a ram upgrade, it is for kids so it has kid friendly stuff preinstalled you can uninstall that though.

http://us.toshiba.com/computers/laptops/satellite/L635-for-kids/L635-S3030

How much would it cost to build a pretty good gaming PC?

DrkWarlock

The questions says it all. I was thinking about building my own PC from scratch, one that can handle the top-end and future games and would like an estimate.

Thanks

Answer
Asus Socket 939 Barebone $239.99
AMD Athlon 64 X2, Plus SLI PS & X-Blaster Case.
Youâll have plenty of power, plus the next-generation components you need to generate aggressive performance. In one affordable package, youâll get the Asus A8N-SLI SE Socket 939 SLi-ready motherboard, an AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800+ processor, Ultraâs 600-watt X-Finity power supply with two (2) 80mm fans, and a black Ultra Xblaster Mid-Tower case. All for the most affordable price in the industry. This Asus Socket 939 barebone is ideal for gaming, multimedia, and complex business applications. Please see complete specifications and descriptions below. This Bundle Includes
Ultra X-Blaster Black ATX Mid-Tower Case
When looking for subtle styling, durable quality and unparalleled ease of use, look no further than the Ultra X-Blaster. The X-Blaster supports AT, baby AT, ATX and micro ATX motherboards and features 1mm thick high grade steel. The X-Blaster has 10 drive bays. Four tool-free 5.25" drive bays, one external 3.5" bay and five internal 3.5" bays.

- Form Factor: ATX Mid-Tower
- Expansion Slots: 7
- Material: Steel
Asus A8N-SLI SE NVIDIA Socket 939 ATX Motherboard
Featuring AMD Cool n' Quiet technology, up to 10 USB 2.0 ports, and a host of ASUS special features, this is a great board for those who want state of the art gaming or graphics machines.

- Chipset: NVIDIA nForce4 SLI
- Processor Interface: Socket 939
- Front Side Bus: 1000MHz (2000 MT/s)

Click Here For More Information!
AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800+ 2.0GHz Dual-Core OEM Processor!
Work or play with multiple programs without any stalling or waiting. Dual-core technology is like having two processors, and two working together is better and faster than one working alone. Do more in less time with the AMD Athlon 64 X2 dual-core processor.
- Processor Speed: 64 3800+ / 2.0GHz
- Processor Interface: Socket 939
- Bus Speed: 1000MHz (2000 MT/s)

Click Here For More Information!
Ultra X-Finity 600-Watt SLI-Ready Power Supply
The FlexForces' incomparable cables are dressed in a great looking titanium silver finish. Specially engineered cable design promotes easy cable management and 30% better airflow than ordinary cables. Simply route cables under the motherboard, behind drive bays... anywhere that gets typically unsightly power supply cables out of the way of airflow. Crafted to accommodate both AMD and Intel CPUs!
Click Here For More Information!
Specifications

Form Factor: ATX
Processor Speed: X2 3800+ / 2.00GHz
Form Factor: ATX Mid-Tower
Compatible Motherboards: ATX
Micro ATX
AT
Baby AT
Processor Interface: Socket 939
Processor Interface: Socket 939
Processors Supported: AMD Athlon 64
AMD Athlon 64 FX
AMD Athlon 64 X2
Processor Class: Athlon 64 X2
Cache Size: 1MB L2
Side Panel Type: Vented, Quick-Release
Additional Technologies: HyperTransport Technology
AMD Cool 'n' Quiet
Front Side Bus: 1000MHz (2000 MT/s)
800MHz (1600 MT/s)
Bus Speed: 1000MHz (2000 MT/s)
Power Supply: Not Included
Additional Technologies: 64-bit
MMX
Dual-Core
SSE
SSE2
SSE3
Enhanced 3DNow!
NX bit
AMD64
Cool'n'Quiet
Material: Steel
Architecture: 90 nm
Stepping: E6
Special Features: Tool-Free Drive Bays
Wattage: 89W
Fan: Not Included
External 5.25" Drive Bays: 4
Northbridge: nVIDIA nForce4 SLI
External 3.5" Drive Bays: 1
Internal 3.5" Drive Bays: 5
Expansion Slots: 7
Front USB Ports: 2
Number of Slots: 4
Number of Pins: 184-Pin
Front FireWire Ports: 1
Front Audio Ports: 2
Maximum Memory Supported: 4GB - 32bit
Memory Supported: DDR266 (PC2100)
DDR333 (PC2700)
DDR400 (PC3200)
Dual Channel Supported
Channels: 6 Channels
Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC850
120mm Fan Ports: 2
120mm Fans Included: None
Depth: 19.5"
Width: 7.5"
Height: 17"
Supported Devices: 4
Hard Drive Types: UDMA/133
UDMA/100
USB Version: 2.0
USB Data Transfer Rates: 480Mbps
PCI Slots: 3
PCI Express X1 Slots: 1
PCI Express X4 Slots: 1
PCI Express X16 Slots: 2
PS/2 Keyboard Connectors: 1
PS/2 Mouse Connectors: 1
Parallel Ports: 1
USB Ports: 10
LAN Ports: 1
Audio Out Jacks: 1
Line In Jacks: 1
Microphone Jacks: 1
IDE Headers: 2
FDD Headers: 1
Serial ATA Headers: 4
ATX Power Connectors: 1 24-Pin Connector
PC Power Connectors: 1 - 4 Pin
Fan Connectors: 1 x Power
1 x CPU
2 x Chassis
S/PDIF Connectors: 1 - Coaxial
Length: 12.000 in. (30.48 cm)
Width: 9.600 in. (24.5 cm)
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