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Chosing the Right Gaming Computer [CPU vs GPU]

Mar 16, 2011 5:59AM PDT

Hey!

I have been looking for a new gaming computer for quite af while, and i have found two, who cost about the same.
My problem is, that i do not know which one to choose :/
I am really aiming for the best gaming experience.

[Warning! Its in Danish ]
Comp 1:
http://www.komplett.dk/k/ci.aspx?sku=10456
Specifications:
Cabinet: Cooler Master Elite 430 Midi Tower Black Bl

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Why not ask ...
Mar 16, 2011 7:26AM PDT

if they can upgrade the PC with the best CPU to a have a better videocard. It will be somewhat more expensive, of course. but then you have the best of the 2 combined. Videocards are easily interchangeable.

Or - seeing these 2 PC's have the same motherboard - ask the other shop if they can upgrade the CPU. On the same motherboard, that's even easier than changing the videocards, because there are drivers to take into account.

Kees

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Which One?
Mar 16, 2011 7:37AM PDT

it sounds like a nice idea Happy I think i will try it out, and ask for some discount.

But it wasn't really what I was asking about, because my budget is VERY near the limit, so if you had to choose between those two, which one should i go for? Happy