August 17, 201312 yr So i recently purchased this new gaming computer, i am wondering if i made a smart choice. I'm not very smart about computers however this one did seem good. If you all could give me some constructive feedback on how you think this computer will do me that would be appreciated. Also how many bots do you think i could run at once and the all around greatness of the computer. this is the link to it, its an asus gaming series computer: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Asus+-+15.6%26%2334%3B+Touch-Screen+Laptop+-+8GB+Memory+-+1TB+Hard+Drive+-+Black/8937158.p?id=1218954926513&skuId=8937158 Specs: 4th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-4500U processorFeatures a 4MB L3 cache and 1.8GHz processor speed with Turbo Boost up to 3.0GHz. Intel® Core™ i7 processorFeatures 8-way processing for ultimate smart performance. Intel® Turbo Boost Technology delivers extra performance when you need it and increased energy efficiency when you don't. 8GB DDR3 memoryFor multitasking power, expandable to 16GB. Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW driveCreate custom DVDs and CDs. 15.6" LED high-definition touch screenWith full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution and IPS technology simplifies navigation and delivers intense detail and clarity. 1TB hard drive (5400 rpm)Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times. Voice recognition capabilityProvides simple control. NVIDIA GT 745M graphicsFeature 2GB dedicated video memory for lush images and vivid detail. HDMI output for flexible connectivity options. Built-in 1.0MP webcam and microphoneMake it easy to video chat with family and friends. 2-in-1 media readerSupports Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity, SDXC and MultiMediaCard formats. 3 USB 3.0 portsFor fast digital data transfer and easy peripheral connectivity. Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11n)Connect to the Internet without wires. Bluetooth interfaceEasily link with other Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as a mobile phone or MP3 player. Built-in 10/100/1000 Mbps Fast Ethernet LANWith RJ-45 connector for quick and easy wired Web connection. Weighs 6 lbs. and measures just 1.1" thinFor easy portability. Backlit, chiclet-style keyboard enables comfortable use and easy typing in low lighting. Brushed-hairline-aluminum finish in blackOffers a stylish look. Microsoft Windows 8 64-bit operating system preinstalledProvides a stable platform for word processing, Web navigation, gaming, media storage and more.
August 17, 201312 yr Decent although you could have gotten better with that price if you build your own pc.
August 17, 201312 yr From the little tiny bit that I'm learning about computers I believe you got a really good processor.
August 17, 201312 yr Author Well i can switch things up in the future but as of how it stands now what do you think?
August 17, 201312 yr From the little tiny bit that I'm learning about computers I believe you got a really good processor. that processor isnt very good. shouldve gone wth i7 3770k or i7 4770k. Both of which are 3.80 GHZ. I have an i7 4770k and im in love. its not unlocked so you cant even overclock. i would never get a locked processor.
August 17, 201312 yr That's a laptop, not a gaming computer. Prepare to be dissapointed. However, if you're able to return it, with $1000 you can get: intel 3770k $300 (overclock this to 4.5GHz on all 8 cores) gtx 670 $300 16gb corsair vengeance $80 2tb seagate barricuda $100 asrock z77 extreme 4 $130 corsair 650 watt psu $80 corsiar case 80 total $1070 You can add an ocz vertex 4 256GB ($200) if you want your computer to boot in under 10 seconds / games to launch instantly. This rig wouldn't outclass that laptop so much as it would completely obliterate it. We're talking a 2013 honda civic vs a 2013 lamborghini sesto elemento. Except they're the same price.
August 17, 201312 yr That's a laptop, not a gaming computer. Prepare to be dissapointed. However, if you're able to return it, with $1000 you can get: intel 3770k $300 (overclock this to 4.5GHz on all 8 cores) gtx 670 $300 16gb corsair vengeance $80 2tb seagate barricuda $100 asrock z77 extreme 4 $130 corsair 650 watt psu $80 corsiar case 80 total $1070 You can add an ocz vertex 4 256GB ($200) if you want your computer to boot in under 10 seconds / games to launch instantly. This rig wouldn't outclass that laptop so much as it would completely obliterate it. We're talking a 2013 honda civic vs a 2013 lamborghini sesto elemento. Except they're the same price. pretty much this^ as to the statement you're going to upgrade: nope. laptop parts are usually either: overpriced as fuck, hard to reach or both. i suggest that, if you even buy a pre-build device, that it's a desktop for gaming, because really they give much much better performance for the same price, or maybe even less
August 18, 201312 yr Author That's a laptop, not a gaming computer. Prepare to be dissapointed. However, if you're able to return it, with $1000 you can get: intel 3770k $300 (overclock this to 4.5GHz on all 8 cores) gtx 670 $300 16gb corsair vengeance $80 2tb seagate barricuda $100 asrock z77 extreme 4 $130 corsair 650 watt psu $80 corsiar case 80 total $1070 You can add an ocz vertex 4 256GB ($200) if you want your computer to boot in under 10 seconds / games to launch instantly. This rig wouldn't outclass that laptop so much as it would completely obliterate it. We're talking a 2013 honda civic vs a 2013 lamborghini sesto elemento. Except they're the same price. Its in their gaming section on the website. might not say gaming in big bold italic letters but they did design it based on gaming and convienance for all kinds of other stuff. not 100% hardcore gaming. on the asus website. Edited August 18, 201312 yr by JordanH