Hi guys!
I'm new here, but since I'm new to Canada and out of the loop as far as computer components are concerned, I thought I'd turn to this forum. I've also checked the *How to Ask for New Build Advice* thread, so this is the information that will hopefully help you tell my needs and concerns.
Approximate Purchase Date: at latest end of July
Budget Range: Well, $1,500, but it's somewhat of a soft limit. I'm willing to go to about $1,850, which is with all components (including the monitor).
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Internet, music, programming/coding, a lot of multitasking (ie. keeping a lot of programs open at the same time), using programs used in science (Matlab, Mathematica, maybe more demanding stuff on the level of AutoCAD (or above, I can't say) etc.), watching videos/movies (I want to be able to watch the highest resolutions currently available without any problems, and for years to come), probably not gaming, but I can never tell whether I get the itch for it (so no gamer, but also no going with the cheapest video card). Also, I do everything on my computer, and spend my days in front of it when I'm not in the gym or school, so I'd like everything to run as smooth as it can.
Parts Not Required: I need everything except for the speakers and maybe the mouse. That includes the monitor and either a router or a network card that will let me get access to wireless networks.
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: I honestly don't know where to look, since I'm new to Canada. Perhaps memoryexpress.com, newegg.ca, tigerdirect.ca or any other sites that will build a computer for you. I don't plan on doin that myself.
Country of Origin: Canada
Parts Preferences: As far as the monitor is concerned, I'd like to go with either Dell, LG or Samsung, and for the CPU, probably Intel (i7), unless someone presents a really strong case for AMD.
Overclocking: No
SLI or Crossfire: No
Monitor Resolution: Highest possible, I think.
Additional comments: I live in a residence, ie. I have one room, so I would prefer a case that is somewhat quiet and a reasonably cool system. The latter is not a priority, but I don't want an oven.
Now my first question is whether to go with a pre-built or custom-built PC. I prefer the latter, but where I'm from, when you ordered all parts at a particular place, they'd built for you for free, whereas here I don't know if that's the case and how trustworhy that is.
I've looked at some pre-built configurations, such as the following:
http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/PID-MX31699%28ME%29.aspx
Also, I've built two rigs at Dell.ca:
The second one includes a monitor, but from online reviews, it's not really that good. I would like at least a 22" monitor, though, preferably 24".
So even if I don't go with one of those three options, I'd like something similar perhaps. Does it match my intended usage? Any other comments on, first of all, the three mentioned rigs, or should I go with a custom-built one? Note that with Dell's rigs, $250 for the 3 year hardware and accidental damage service is included, and I'm not sure whether to drop that or not, if I choose to go with it.
Alright, I'm already too long, so I'm wrapping it up. Thanks in advance for any help!
I'm new here, but since I'm new to Canada and out of the loop as far as computer components are concerned, I thought I'd turn to this forum. I've also checked the *How to Ask for New Build Advice* thread, so this is the information that will hopefully help you tell my needs and concerns.
Approximate Purchase Date: at latest end of July
Budget Range: Well, $1,500, but it's somewhat of a soft limit. I'm willing to go to about $1,850, which is with all components (including the monitor).
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Internet, music, programming/coding, a lot of multitasking (ie. keeping a lot of programs open at the same time), using programs used in science (Matlab, Mathematica, maybe more demanding stuff on the level of AutoCAD (or above, I can't say) etc.), watching videos/movies (I want to be able to watch the highest resolutions currently available without any problems, and for years to come), probably not gaming, but I can never tell whether I get the itch for it (so no gamer, but also no going with the cheapest video card). Also, I do everything on my computer, and spend my days in front of it when I'm not in the gym or school, so I'd like everything to run as smooth as it can.
Parts Not Required: I need everything except for the speakers and maybe the mouse. That includes the monitor and either a router or a network card that will let me get access to wireless networks.
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: I honestly don't know where to look, since I'm new to Canada. Perhaps memoryexpress.com, newegg.ca, tigerdirect.ca or any other sites that will build a computer for you. I don't plan on doin that myself.
Country of Origin: Canada
Parts Preferences: As far as the monitor is concerned, I'd like to go with either Dell, LG or Samsung, and for the CPU, probably Intel (i7), unless someone presents a really strong case for AMD.
Overclocking: No
SLI or Crossfire: No
Monitor Resolution: Highest possible, I think.
Additional comments: I live in a residence, ie. I have one room, so I would prefer a case that is somewhat quiet and a reasonably cool system. The latter is not a priority, but I don't want an oven.
Now my first question is whether to go with a pre-built or custom-built PC. I prefer the latter, but where I'm from, when you ordered all parts at a particular place, they'd built for you for free, whereas here I don't know if that's the case and how trustworhy that is.
I've looked at some pre-built configurations, such as the following:
http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/PID-MX31699%28ME%29.aspx
Also, I've built two rigs at Dell.ca:
Rig 1 said:
Rig 2 said:
The second one includes a monitor, but from online reviews, it's not really that good. I would like at least a 22" monitor, though, preferably 24".
So even if I don't go with one of those three options, I'd like something similar perhaps. Does it match my intended usage? Any other comments on, first of all, the three mentioned rigs, or should I go with a custom-built one? Note that with Dell's rigs, $250 for the 3 year hardware and accidental damage service is included, and I'm not sure whether to drop that or not, if I choose to go with it.
Alright, I'm already too long, so I'm wrapping it up. Thanks in advance for any help!
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