Build vs. buy dilemma
Currently have a 10 yr. Dell XPS that runs great for what it is... Need to update for Photoshop CS6, web setup, surfing, and home office. Maybe some light gaming. Video editing will come later after a camera upgrade. I realize the argument for building vs. buy and better parts can be obtained via build, BUT will I really notice the difference in performance, all things being equal except the quality of parts? My other dilemma is when I read about others’ builds I see; “Runs great!! Only minor problem is XYZ, or everything is smooth but I had to do this or that, or redo the BIOS, or other things that I can probably handle but don’t have a lot of time to mess with. I need out of the box operation with little or no adjustments save for maybe driver updates. My budget without monitor but with Windows disc is $800. looking at 16mg ram (8 will do for now if necessary,) 1 tb HDD, maybe SSD for scratch or OP, decent power supply (min. 430 watts) DVD burner, I5 processor with onboard graphics for now, or mid grade card. Both must be upgradeable of course as I know video editing will need a decent card. Targeting Lenovo KS450, or HP Envy 700. The Envy is a prime example of “post purchase adjustments”. I have read about the issue of crashing upon waking up from sleep mode, and sometimes installation of 8.1 cures the issue, sometimes not… I know the KS450 will need a power supply and card later… your expert thoughts and opinions please!! Thanks!
Currently have a 10 yr. Dell XPS that runs great for what it is... Need to update for Photoshop CS6, web setup, surfing, and home office. Maybe some light gaming. Video editing will come later after a camera upgrade. I realize the argument for building vs. buy and better parts can be obtained via build, BUT will I really notice the difference in performance, all things being equal except the quality of parts? My other dilemma is when I read about others’ builds I see; “Runs great!! Only minor problem is XYZ, or everything is smooth but I had to do this or that, or redo the BIOS, or other things that I can probably handle but don’t have a lot of time to mess with. I need out of the box operation with little or no adjustments save for maybe driver updates. My budget without monitor but with Windows disc is $800. looking at 16mg ram (8 will do for now if necessary,) 1 tb HDD, maybe SSD for scratch or OP, decent power supply (min. 430 watts) DVD burner, I5 processor with onboard graphics for now, or mid grade card. Both must be upgradeable of course as I know video editing will need a decent card. Targeting Lenovo KS450, or HP Envy 700. The Envy is a prime example of “post purchase adjustments”. I have read about the issue of crashing upon waking up from sleep mode, and sometimes installation of 8.1 cures the issue, sometimes not… I know the KS450 will need a power supply and card later… your expert thoughts and opinions please!! Thanks!
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