Hi, I'm looking for a very cheap computers that have up to date hardware and software.

I want to find a computer that range around 400 - 600 bucks.

and I would like to find those at my local store like: Bestbuy, compusa or so on..........

anyways, I saw those e-machine and HP computers are around that price, but are those two kind of computers are okay...... Do you thinks I will have problem with them very soon, and which one is better...

If anyone can find me one, I would greatly appreciated, but I would like to see the cheapest...

My mate has a HP it seems to be ok and its really really quiet! :)

HP's are decent. E-machines probably less so. Check pricewatch for best prices.

They probably have integrated video and sound on the motherboard which is adeqaute for most users.

Hardware is all dirt cheap and getting cheaper. You might even check Walmart or some computer chains, they have OS-free computers cheap. The OS is the single most expensive component.

Moving to Consumers forum.....

Hp/ Comcrap/ Etrash..I'm sorry to say but all are bottom line Pc's! Oh and sony is not much better! Any other one's should be ok

I know those are bottom lines computers but I don't care, becuz if I change some of the hardware in it, like upgrading the memory from 128 to 1.0 GB ddr memory, that would make it a lot better when i'm editing things, so, it's doesn't matter with the retail price, it just matter to what you will add to your computer in the future, becuz hardware and software always updated..............

but what about e-machines, is it very quiet when running... or is the fan blow very loud???

Ok i understand your meaning..just becareful..some of the pc's we are talking about here can't be upgrade much! Possable mem./HD/cards...Also keep in mind that all use onborad cards for sound and video!
GoodLuck!
Best building it yourself!

What is your preference, m8? XP or P4?

They almost always have video built into motherboard which is adequate for average user, but not for gaming.
They usually have lower end memory; sdr instead of ddr, and if ddr...only pc2100 (the lower end of ddr).
Usually the 2 channel (pos) sound is built into the motherboard.
In other words... the motherboard is cheap crap, which is the basis for all else on the system.

Originally posted by fackyah
and I would like to find those at my local store like: Bestbuy, compusa or so on..........

why do you want to go there... it will be much cheaper on the net and with better components probably

It depends on what speed you want, for 6004, you won't get a fast PC, Its better to build you own, then you can overclock. E-machines are ok, Compaqs and Hp are the same try to stay away from Gateway, If possible, get a Dell, as there the best.

If you want a good PC..go for Dell to save time or build it your self! Even going to a small pc store and buying all parts and putting it together yourself is cool too!

build it your self and save $

beware of e machine, even though it says agp integrated, it doesn't have an agp slot for ad-on graphics...

ive got a hp and its rubbish. It came with windows me which sux balls and the m/b is not compatible with 256 sd ram sticks. they usually always give u a celeron which sux and mke it so the only way to upgrade is to buy special hp parts which are usually 3 times the price. so in my opinion build ur own. its much more fun and much more cheaper in the long run

Here's a decent do it yourself system from newegg.com:

Case(49$): ENERMAX Model# FS-501W (WHITE) ATX 10-BAY MID-TOWER CASE w/ POWERUP 300W P-4 POWER SUPPLY - RETAIL


Motherboard(74.99$):Blow-Out Special of the Week!Asus A7N266-VM NVIDIA nFORCE 220 Chipset 266/200MHz FSB Motherboard Micro ATX- Retail (incl. audio+Geforce 2 video)


CPU(56.99$): Blow-Out Special of the Week! AMD Athlon 1600+/266 FSB XP Processor CPU OEM((( AGOIA Cores)))


HD(80$): Blow-Out Special of the Week!Seagate 40GB 7200rpm EIDE Hard Drive OEM Barracuda IV ST340016A



CD Drive(25$): Samsung SC152LEB 52X CD-ROM OEM Superhigh speed CD-ROM Drive


RAM memory(61$): Hot Deal!CRUCIAL MICRON 256MB 32x64 PC 2100 DDR RAM - OEM


Monitor(136$): SAMSUNG SyncMaster 753DF 17" (WHITE) DynaFlate CRT MONITOR - RETAIL 17"


Add a few bucks for accessories (CPU cooler, Arctic silver, fans, speakers etc.)
and the total comes to about 500-550$.
Here's some links how to do it:

http://www.pcmech.com/byopc/index.htm

http://gamespot.com/gshw/stories/flat/0,12880,2842650,00.html


GOOD LUCK!!!!

I'm sorryM8 but we are trying to give u the best info for buying PC and u are getting the best info!!!!!!!

The best computer you can get is one you build yourself, far more cheaper than a HP/Compaq/E-Machine/etc

If you're worrying about being able to upgrade, I wouldn't by a name brand PC, they limit what you can upgrade so you'll buy a newer one from them whenever yours goes out of date:) I know you can't upgrade a HP very much, you can double the ram, and usually not upgrade the process but a 100mhz or more faster. E-machines, blah, can you even upgrade these things? They are the most horrible things on the planet. If I was you, build your own or have someone build you one for you, you can check pricewatch.com for prices on stuff. You might can find some cheap stuff on eBay as well, so you might want to check that out. Hope this helps. :D

I guess i will get an e-machine then, becuz I don't really care about the graphics, becuz I don't play games or watch dvd movies a lot on my computers. one things is that the monitor is too small, and I have a ps2, the other things is I don't have a lot of dvd movies...

but thanks for all the comments.............

If you can build one do it will save you cash and you will get a better one

well, I'm have no clue in building one by my own....