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Alienware - skitskatscott15 - 27-09-2008 10:46 PM
Okay, so I was talking to my dad about how slow my desktop is, and I sorta' walked him right into buying a new one, so I researched different desktops, and found Alienware. I'm actually looking at this one:
http://www.alienware.com/products/area-51-desktop.aspx?SysCode=PC-AREA51-R6&SubCode=SKU-DEFAULT
Does anyone have experience with Alienware computers? Are they good ('cause apparently they are good for gaming)
Any thoughts are appreciated.
âScott
Re: Alienware - sims2fannn - 27-09-2008 10:48 PM
whoa that looks big XD
Re: Alienware - skitskatscott15 - 27-09-2008 11:48 PM
Hmm. I don't really know how big it is {blink} . But size doesn't matter when it comes to desktops. I have room
âScott
Re: Alienware - gothika - 28-09-2008 01:31 AM
Hey Scott!
They are quite good
My brother wants one, I like it but not my style.Forbes listed their best gaming laptops and some Dell laptop had made it to the top.
I think Alienware is in it I'm not sure.
I can't find the link though. The Dell game laptop starts at $1000(I think)
Re: Alienware - yummybunny - 28-09-2008 02:51 AM
All I know about them is that they are really powerful and good computers.
But who mainly uses them is pc gamers...serious ones...those who buy a lot of games for pc, and treats it like a game console. They are really good at running games in high definition, with a good amount of speed.
The Sims games do not need a lot of computer power to play like all those other computer games that also came out on game consoles, like Lost Planet, and stuff.
These pcs are mainly for games and gaming.
If you want a computer to do your schoolwork on, play simple games that don't need HD and all this stuff, and games that don't take a lot of space. If you are not a hardcore computer gamer that treats his pc like an Xbox or PS3, you don't have to get it.
Just save your money, go to radio shack, best buy, or whatever. As long as a computer is updated and new, with over 150 GB and 3 GB RAM, which is good and common today, and doesn't cost a lot, then get that instead. Plus, I heard Alienware can overheat or get really hot easily, but that's what I heard about their laptops. They have to be placed on a desk, instead of a lap, because they get really hot.
Re: Alienware - Bat - 28-09-2008 02:56 AM
Never used an Alienware before. They are good I hear though.
I too have to say that unless you plan on doing some super gaming, then you don't need that computer. A HP or a Dell will suit for Sims gaming and schoolwork.
Bat
Re: Alienware - skitskatscott15 - 28-09-2008 03:18 AM
Thanks for all the replies
I didn't make the point about what I'm going to be using this computer for clear {blush} Anyways, I have a MacBook for schoolwork and I'm thinking of getting the Area-51 for gaming.âScott
Re: Alienware - Majick - 28-09-2008 07:32 AM
Alienware computers are one of the best for Gaming; you'd be making one great choice by getting that for gaming. I want one SO bad.
Re: Alienware - matt - 28-09-2008 11:23 AM
I've never used one but they look great, although are quite expensive as you're paying a premium for the name. That said, if your dad is paying
Re: Alienware - The Adam Diamond - 29-09-2008 07:42 AM
Aren't alienware computers availiable for download on ts2.com?
Just ignore me, i'm being unhelpful and random...... lol.