PC to add to Mac collection... this a good one?

[PCM]

Hey all, looking to get a PC for testing websites, CD dupe, and maybe eventually get into Studio Max and some other PC-only programs. This guy any good? I can get it brand new with DELL ultra sharp display for $653 bucks. It's a DELL BTW.

Thanks and no flames please.


Pentium D Processor 820 with Dual Core Technology (2.80GHz, 800FSB)
Genuine Windows XP Media Center 2005 Edition
512MB Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 533MHz (2x256M)
Dell USB Keyboard
20 inch UltraSharp 2007FPW Widescreen Digital Flat Panel
128MB PCI Express x16 (DVI/VGA/TV-out) ATI Radeon X300 SE HyperMemory
80GB Serial ATA Hard Drive (7200RPM) w/DataBurst Cache
No Floppy Drive Included
Dell 2-button USB mouse
Integrated Intel® PRO 10/100 Ethernet
56K PCI Data Fax Modem
Single Drive: 48x CD-RW / DVD-ROM Combo Drive
Integrated 7.1 Channel Audio
1Yr Ltd Warranty, 1Yr At-Home Service, and 1Yr HW Warranty Support

 

[Whistleway]

just for fyi, did you look at bootcamp?

 

[ipacmm]

It looks good, I know Dell has a lot of different deals like this. I would upgrade the ram, video card and hard drive if I were you, they aren't too expensive upgrades and will help the system last longer..

 

[sjshaw]

Check FatWallet and see if there are any better deals.

Do you really need a dual-core machine?

 

[adk]

Holy Crap, if it comes with a 2007FPW for $653 that's a STEAL. The monitor alone is worth a little over $400, and on top of that you're getting a pretty competent computer.

 

[dr_lha]

just for fyi, did you look at bootcamp?

Just FYI, did you look at what Macs the guy has?

Looks like a bargain BTW.

 

[PCM]

Check Do you really need a dual-core machine?

Not sure, but I may get into some pretty intensive software like 3D studio max.

As far as bootcamp, I don't own an intel mac and the other two are treating me just fine for right now so I don't anticipate buying a Mac Pro (or whatever) until at earliest mid 2007.

A PC is a pretty immediate need for me at the moment. Yeah I found this one on the net on a site similar to fat wallet, I'll post the link a little later when I get home.

 

[revjay]

No one will buy it without a floppy drive...

[snip]
...No Floppy Drive Included...
[snip]

No floppy?!?
What crazy freak dreamed that one up?
This may be your last chance to have a floppy drive...for sentimentality sake, upgrade to the floppy drive.


It looks like you can get quite a load of Dell goodies for your buck. I agree with ipacmm...the more memory, the longer you will stay sane.

 

[jeremy.king]

http://www.techbargains.com/dellcoupons.cfm

They have a 40% off coupon right now...