Suggest a system Laptop or Desktop

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  Kaustubh Katdare

  I personally strongly suggest a desktop if your usage is that long. Also I'd suggest you to opt for a bigger screen.
  
  Minimum RAM required for all your work is 2 GB (I guess its a standard these days) and you need at least 350 GB of HDD. Processor - doesn't make much of a difference to me, because any damn processor gets the work done. However, for gaming, you will need a good graphics card, so go with NVIDIA 😁 (min 256 MB)
  
  I'd suggest an Inspiron desktop from Dell. I've been totally happy with what I got. 21" screen is beautiful!
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  2467

  yes,a desktop is better as per your usage
  Gateway SX2840-01 is i think the best i have seen. does not provides a monitor but take a look
  
  price-about rs 25,000
  CPU- 2.93GHz Intel Core i3-530
  Memory -6GB 1333MHz DDR3 SDRAM
  Graphics -64MB (shared) Intel GMA X4500 integrated graphics chip
  Hard drives -1TB, 7,200rpm
  Optical drive -dual-layer DVD burner
  Networking -Gigabit Ethernet
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  Saandeep Sreerambatla

  I tried for the above system at Hyderabad and found that it is not available 😔
  
  Anyway Inspiron is also very good choice thanks biggie 😀
  
  @2467: Is the system you mentioned available at Delhi? Because I tried in Hyderabad and found that its not available.
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  2467

  no but it is available on amazon.com and some more in case you use them. otherwise inspiron is good. and also check for HP Pavilion Elite series,they must be available
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  Ashraf HZ

  What happened to the the Ultimate Computer config thread? 😛
  
  #-Link-Snipped-#
  
  Anyway, why don't you just assemble your own computer? Its more satisfying that way, cheaper and you'll have much more flexibility in terms of upgrades.
  
  I would suggest getting a AMD processor, probably a Athlon II X3 or X4. Also, ATI graphic cards still remain the best in the mainstream segment. Having those two brands would give you the best value for money.
  
  With the money saved on those components, you can splurge all you want on a sweet large LCD monitor or two (I'm guessing with the amount of apps you have, you'll want multiple monitors 😉 ) Maybe you can run a VM on one of the monitors?
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  silverscorpion

  Get one of these!! 😀😀 ha ha
  
  www.alienware.com
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  Kaustubh Katdare

  Alienware laptops are costly, I suppose.
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  Saandeep Sreerambatla

  ash

  Anyway, why don't you just assemble your own computer? Its more satisfying that way, cheaper and you'll have much more flexibility in terms of upgrades.

  I would try this idea too!
  
  But I have a question regarding the processors that Is Intel better or AMD?
  
  I heard long back AMD is good for games and entertainment where as Intel for work?
  
  Correct me If I am wrong?
  
  I will update once I buy some thing may be pretty soon!
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  Kaustubh Katdare

  A GPU will bypass the CPU for all graphics rendering. For all work related computing, any CPU should do the work.
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  silverscorpion

  Yep. As far as I know, there's no big difference between AMD and Intel, so anything should do.
  
  And yes, Alienware machines are super costly!! 😀
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  Ashraf HZ

  Yep, for your uses there are no difference between Intel and AMD, except that AMD is cheaper for the same performance. However, if you need a very high performing system that deals with heavy processor load, like workstation type graphic/video editing, then Intel might be a wiser choice (though I personally would still stick to an AMD and just overclock it).
  
  Anyway, if you do intend to build your own system, I can recommend some components and estimated online pricing. Here goes:
  
  CPU: AMD Athlon II X3 440 (INR 5000)
  Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-MA785GMT-US2H (INR 4500) updated- 11th March. Forgot the T.
  RAM: 2GB Kingston DDR3 1333 MHz (INR 1950)
  GPU: ATI Radeon 4650 512MB (INR 2500)
  HDD: Western Digital 500 GB (INR 2300)
  DVD/RW: LG 20X (INR 1000)
  Casing + Power supply: Generic ATX and 380W (INR 2000)
  Monitor: Acer/LG 21.5" LCD (these are usually widescreen variants) (INR 6800)
  Misc: Generic keyboard + optical mouse (INR 700)
  
  Total cost: INR 24950 (around $530)
  
  I'm not well versed about PC component availability in India, but I hear DDR3 RAM is still not readily available. If so, getting DDR2 would suffice. Also, I would have recommended the ATI 4670 graphics card like the one I have, but you wont be playing that many games. NFS will still run well on the ATI 4650 😀 For the motherboard, there are cheaper ones available, but you might be limited in your upgrade choices in the future if you decide to upgrade your CPU, etc.
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  Ashraf HZ

  Sorry, just realized the motherboard mentioned is not compatible with DDR3, sorry 😛
  
  You can choose the Gigabyte A785GMT-US2H. Remember there is a "T".
  
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  Kaustubh Katdare

  That's a great configuration for a little over $530! Thanks Ash 😀