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Old August 13th, 2006, 03:42 PM

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Default Re: Experts here, i need a new PC, budget: 1300 $

CRT's do give slightly better quality for fewer dollars but for me, the desk real estate is a big issue. With CRT's 19" and up, space is a problem IMO. To me, LCD is worth it and the quality difference is negligible.

I don't like spending more money for an LCD but in terms of my overall PC budget, going to an LCD vs. CRT is only about 5-10% more money overall when comparing *new* equipment. Yes, you can get good deals on CRT refeurbs and such but if you look, you can find refurbs and used LCDs as well.

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Old August 13th, 2006, 04:05 PM
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Default Re: Experts here, i need a new PC, budget: 1300 $

Okay for spamming the entire thread with OT stuff about a DAMN screen. Something more about the actual SUBJECT may be nice.

Thanks go out to those that already supplied REAL help.
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Old August 13th, 2006, 04:17 PM
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Default Re: Experts here, i need a new PC, budget: 1300 $

Monitors are part of "new computers," so I fail to see how it is OT or spam...
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Default Re: Experts here, i need a new PC, budget: 1300 $

Already gave help, in the form of everything you need for a top of the line computer at the beginning, some assembly required. I could look for some alternate stuff if you want, I don't mind searching for computer parts.

Besides, I can imagine in my head it's me that's ordering those parts.
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Old August 13th, 2006, 05:46 PM
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Default Re: Experts here, i need a new PC, budget: 1300 $

Fyron, sorry, but from my defination a PC (topic) is the bare machine itself, without any peripherie (mouse, speakers etc) and without a screen. Same goes for scanner/printer, obviously.
Just the bare thing.


NullAshton: Yes, thanks for your help. Im still wondering if i should buy a 7900GT or a X1900XT though.
Plus i really want a E6600. Would you mind reconsidering your suggestions, granted the E6600 is a MUST ?
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