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Buying a computer from CyberPowerPc, is this a good idea?

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February 23, 2014 8:02:16 PM

I have a build from a website that I am not entirely sure of, that site being CyberPowerPc.com

Here are the basic specs of the system:

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.50 GHz Eight-Core AM3+ CPU 8MB L2 Cache & Turbo Core Technology

HDD: 2TB (2TBx1) SATA-III 6.0Gb/s 64MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Drive)

MEMORY: 8GB (4GBx2) DDR3/1866MHz Dual Channel Memory (ADATA XPG V2)

MOTHERBOARD: * GIGABYTE 970A-DS3P AMD 970 ATX w/ Ultra Durable 4 Classic, On/Off Charge, GbLAN, 2 PCIe x16, 3 PCIe x1, 2 PCI

SOUND: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO

VIDEO: AMD Radeon R9 270 2GB GDDR5 PCIe 3.0 x16 Video Card (Major Brand Powered by AMD)

I have read many mixed reviews from experiences with this site, I just need some clarification on the website itself, and the build I have chosen.

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February 23, 2014 8:09:25 PM

i would suggest taking a look at NCIX.com. they offer systems as well and the prices seem to be a bit less than other retailers. they also let you know *exactly* what parts are going into the systems.

i've never bought from cyberpower (i build my own) but i've heard mixed reviews as well. they do seem similar to other retailers in that upgrades from the basic builds they show arent cost efficient (they charge more than the parts are worth) and some of the items in the build arent laid out in plain black and white as to what you are getting at times.

i would also like to suggest the thought of you building it yourself from parts. its very easy and rewarding.
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February 23, 2014 8:09:27 PM

I would go with no, not a good idea. Cyberpower and ibuypower are not great. If you really cannot build yourself look at Ironside computers and Falcon Northwest.
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February 23, 2014 8:13:59 PM

tiny voices said:
I would go with no, not a good idea. Cyberpower and ibuypower are not great. If you really cannot build yourself look at Ironside computers and Falcon Northwest.


I will take a look at Ironside, I didn't fully trust from what I have heard from here I just needed some clarification. And no, there is no way I can build my own, I want to choose what parts are put into my system and have a pay system like BillMeLater. Will Ironside and/or Falcon Northwest give me what I am looking for?
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February 23, 2014 8:14:59 PM

I would check out ncix.com, or digitalstorm. Origin if your can find something in your price range. Their the best, but overpriced IMO.
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February 23, 2014 8:17:15 PM

I generally don't like to give financial advice as this is not a financial forum, but financing a luxury item, especially something that depreciates as fast as a computer, is never a good idea.
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February 23, 2014 8:20:13 PM

tiny voices said:
I generally don't like to give financial advice as this is not a financial forum, but financing a luxury item, especially something that depreciates as fast as a computer, is never a good idea.


I just want to know if I could buy from one of these sites knowing I am going to get my system in good condition with some sort of warranty on it.
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February 23, 2014 8:21:36 PM

Yes you can get a warranty with your system. Everything will be "new" not "good condition". Both sites I listed are light-years better than cyberpower.

Also, no matter what, it will be way more expensive than building it yourself.
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February 23, 2014 8:23:04 PM

tiny voices said:
Yes you can get a warranty with your system. Everything will be "new" not "good condition". Both sites I listed are light-years better than cyberpower.


I am going to trust you with this, I sure hope this works well. I will post the build before I buy it in a few minutes.
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March 5, 2014 7:25:35 PM

Sollesi said:
I have a build from a website that I am not entirely sure of, that site being CyberPowerPc.com

Here are the basic specs of the system:

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.50 GHz Eight-Core AM3+ CPU 8MB L2 Cache & Turbo Core Technology

HDD: 2TB (2TBx1) SATA-III 6.0Gb/s 64MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Drive)

MEMORY: 8GB (4GBx2) DDR3/1866MHz Dual Channel Memory (ADATA XPG V2)

MOTHERBOARD: * GIGABYTE 970A-DS3P AMD 970 ATX w/ Ultra Durable 4 Classic, On/Off Charge, GbLAN, 2 PCIe x16, 3 PCIe x1, 2 PCI

SOUND: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO

VIDEO: AMD Radeon R9 270 2GB GDDR5 PCIe 3.0 x16 Video Card (Major Brand Powered by AMD)

I have read many mixed reviews from experiences with this site, I just need some clarification on the website itself, and the build I have chosen.


I went with CyberPowerPC purchasing the Black Pearl mode. The nice part I found with this company, one can select what computer you wish, make up grades etc. before buying. This will show you your cost over and above the basic purchase price. They have an excellent warranty system. I have had good communication with this company before, during and after purchasing. I have purchased several other computers through stores, but when up grading, what do you do with the spare parts you removed? (sell on EBay etc.) To me this is a waste of time and money. I would rather build the computer as I did for the future as games etc. are getting much larger. Some games and programs can not be bought on discs as they are too large. If up grading, sometimes one does not have enough room for larger or more memory, the case could be too small for a larger power supply. CyberPowerPC has an excellent warranty program, over and above BuyPower or store bought computers. With store bought computers, one can purchase extended warranty which they like to sell immediately and overlaps factory warranty. Also extended warranty from the store is only good from the store company it was purchased from even though another company sells the same product. I got caught on this.
As for companies other members have mentioned, I can not comment on those as I have had no dealings with them. Newegg also sells computers from BuyPower put only one year warranty. Good luck on your choice.
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