PC Design Guide: $2000
Build a computing powerhouse for only $2000AUD!
Building a new system can become tedious very quickly. Choosing suitable parts requires a fair amount of research, or there’s the option of buying a pre-built OEM machine. Building a PC yourself can save a fair bit of money whilst ensuring maximum performance per dollar. Below is a build for $2000AUD which is suitable for a wide range of tasks. Why not under $2000? Because the slight extra allows for a second GPU! Games play silky smooth, video encodes quickly, and everything feels lightning fast. Prices are from StaticICE, where the first 10 results (minus outliers) are averaged for the final price. The build does not include external peripherals or an OS.
PC Design Guide: Under $1500
A guide to purchasing the best machine for under $1500AUD
Building a new system can become tedious very quickly. Choosing suitable parts requires a fair amount of research, or there's the option of buying a pre-built OEM machine. Building a PC yourself can save a fair bit of money whilst ensuring maximum performance per dollar. Below is a build for under $1500AUD which is suitable for most home users, including gamers. Prices are from StaticICE, where the first 10 results (minus outliers) are averaged for the final price. The build does not include external peripherals or an OS.
Errata: Efficiency Deficiency
The post 'Efficiency Deficiency' has been modified to correct an error in regards to power draw vs efficiency.
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Vito Cassisi
PC Design Guide: Under $600
As per request, here's a build for under $600AUD!
Building a new system can become tedious very quickly. Choosing suitable parts requires a fair amount of research, or there’s the option of buying a pre-built OEM machine. Building a PC yourself can save a fair bit of money whilst ensuring maximum performance per dollar. Below is a build for under $600AUD which is suitable for most home users, and perhaps a bit of gaming. Prices are from StaticICE, where the first 10 results (minus outliers) are averaged for the final price. The build does not include external peripherals or an OS.
The Demise of Demos?
Do game studios expect people to buy their $100+ game without trying it first? Hmm...
Game demos are provided for the purpose of evaluation. Gamers tend to be picky when it comes purchasing new games, and rightly so. Investing $100 in entertainment is only justifiable if you are truly entertained as a result. Reviews, peer assessment, and genre may perk an interest, but there needs to be a solid foundation to seal the deal. Demonstration releases do this well.
PC Design Guide: Under $1000
A guide to purchasing the best machine for under $1000AUD
Building a new system can become tedious very quickly. Choosing suitable parts requires a fair amount of research, or there's the option of buying a pre-built OEM machine. Building a PC yourself can save a fair bit of money whilst ensuring maximum performance per dollar. Below is a build for under $1000AUD which is suitable for most home users, including gamers. Prices are from StaticICE, where the first 10 results (minus outliers) are averaged for the final price. The build does not include external peripherals or an OS.
From ‘crap’ to ‘cool’ in a cliques moment
Because it ain't cool unless marketing drones say it is!
Gadgets, amongst others consumer products, are susceptible to the excessive pull of marketing. It's important for companies to make their products known to the masses. Without such coverage, most individuals would be unaware of their presence, and more importantly, the availability of their products. Marketing is a great way to provide this coverage, however it also leads to misinterpretation of facts, an alternate truth courtesy of the mouth of a well-oiled marketing drone. Once the majority of a market is accustomed to one way of thinking, it's very difficult to change it. Thus, those who make an effort to remain up-to-date with their gadgets are bombarded by the overpowering mass market who name anything popular 'cool', and anything different 'crap'.
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