I own a desktop, laptop and mobile phone.
For me, the desktop wins hands down. For browsing and work, the phone and laptop don't even come close.
Laptops are compromised when it comes to outright power. And phones/tablets, more so.
When I use a laptop for the same task as on my desktop, it feels like I am working with 1 arm tied behind my back.
The disadvantage of a desktop though, is the lack of portability, but if you don't mind being stuck to a desk/chair, then nothing comes remotely close to the usability of a desktop.
tinca
7 Oct 164#1
What a brilliant deal. Yes its a refurbished and the processor is a bit Huhmmmmmm but it's still faster than 99% of computer users.
Have some heat
bove9
7 Oct 164#7
You could write a list about what it cant or won't be able to do, but at this money it's cheaper than most tablets, faster, will last longer and won't get a cracked screen. Great deal. Nothing wrong with zoostorm BTW, been around forever.
A1M
7 Oct 164#22
Over 100 metres I would leave it for dust. :stuck_out_tongue:
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tinca
7 Oct 164#1
What a brilliant deal. Yes its a refurbished and the processor is a bit Huhmmmmmm but it's still faster than 99% of computer users.
Have some heat
JimBobJr to tinca
7 Oct 162#2
Yeah for the price its decent and the CPU will suffice for most tasks
Tanweeralqarni to tinca
8 Oct 16#48
A calculator is faster than 100% of computer users.
stingergb
7 Oct 16#3
The only problem with it is the fact that it is a Zoostorm and they tend to be faulty.
waleed786 to stingergb
7 Oct 161#4
What's wrong with a Zoostorm? I know loads of people who build a custom PC and spend over £600. What's the fault with these computer?
jayok to stingergb
7 Oct 162#16
I have a Zoostorm for 5 years now and is not and has not been faulty
jamgin to stingergb
7 Oct 161#18
Use them at work for development pcs. Absolutely no issues
mentar to stingergb
7 Oct 161#32
Exactly, I've not had any issues with my zoostorm PC that I bought after seeing A post on this site 2 years ago. Upgraded it with an R9 290 a year ago and it runs the SteamVR beautifully!
RebTheRebel
7 Oct 161#5
Okay for modern gaming?
imransaleh96 to RebTheRebel
7 Oct 161#6
No, unless you're referring to flash games. However, for the price it's a steal and not meant for gaming.
waleed786 to RebTheRebel
7 Oct 162#11
It can handle light gaming and maybe a few modern titles but have to change the resolution and a few of the game settings to make it work proper and perhaps get 60fps.
donbarney to RebTheRebel
8 Oct 16#47
if you buy a new cpu and graphics card yeh
bobon to RebTheRebel
8 Oct 161#49
It has a slot for a GFX card so you can upgrade,for example to a gtx 750, and it will allow you to play most games out there at a reasonable frame rate.
But some of the newer games need a quad core processor.
bove9
7 Oct 164#7
You could write a list about what it cant or won't be able to do, but at this money it's cheaper than most tablets, faster, will last longer and won't get a cracked screen. Great deal. Nothing wrong with zoostorm BTW, been around forever.
waleed786 to bove9
7 Oct 16#10
Am I supposed to write a huge list on what this computer can do and what it can't do? There is loads of people who use a computer for different things.
EndlessWaves
7 Oct 163#8
Hardly. It may be towards the bottom of the range for desktop processors but it's similar power to a laptop i5 like a 5200U. There's plenty of power there.
I'd have said the main downside is that the monitor isn't 1600x900 as you'd expect at 19" but only 1366x768 so not ideal if your desk doesn't have much depth to it.
luvsadealdealdeal
7 Oct 163#9
CPU bench 3466 - which is perfectly good for everyday tasks, watching iPlayer etc
spec reasonable
not for me but with the monitor worth maybe £60, you're getting a fairly cheap refurb PC
chapchap
7 Oct 163#12
For a basic home PC this is a bargain.
jeeeeeez
7 Oct 161#13
£200 for a full home computer setup is a great deal but I feel like nowadays most people don't have the patience, time or desire to sit at a desk and "compute" so will want a laptop. Those who do have the desire will most likely already have dual screens and keyboard so would be better off with a PC only deal.
waleed786 to jeeeeeez
7 Oct 161#14
People who stay at home and need a basic computer and a monitor might like this deal!
luvsadealdealdeal to jeeeeeez
7 Oct 161#15
you're joking!
I'm sure I'm not alone :smiley:
I've got a very neat laptop - got it for my kids to use Rosetta Stone on [as you only get 2 shots to download the program] - but I much prefer my desktop. Much more usable, ie big 27" screen and full size keyboard - let's not start talking about having a mouse! Miles better than a touchpad.
I agree that the 18.5" monitor is redundant unless by chance you are starting from scratch/ buying for Mum & Dad/ intending to flog it.
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Includes AOC 18.5" monitor, keyboard & mouse
Seller refurbished from Tesco Outlet eBay,
Link on Tesco Direct for new: http://www.tesco.com/direct/zoostorm-origin-desktop-pc-185-monitor-intel-pentium-g3260-8gb-1tb-windows-10-home/749-9795.prd?skuId=749-9795&pageLevel=sku&sc_cmp=ppc_sh-_-sh-_-tesco-_-749-9795&gclid=CKze842Byc8CFSEz0wodrZ4O0Q&gclsrc=aw.ds&source=others
Windows 10 Home,
Intel Pentium G3260 processor @ 3.30Ghz,
8GB RAM
1TB HDD
Also has good reviews!
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For me, the desktop wins hands down. For browsing and work, the phone and laptop don't even come close.
Laptops are compromised when it comes to outright power. And phones/tablets, more so.
When I use a laptop for the same task as on my desktop, it feels like I am working with 1 arm tied behind my back.
The disadvantage of a desktop though, is the lack of portability, but if you don't mind being stuck to a desk/chair, then nothing comes remotely close to the usability of a desktop.
Have some heat
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Have some heat
A calculator is faster than 100% of computer users.
Exactly, I've not had any issues with my zoostorm PC that I bought after seeing A post on this site 2 years ago. Upgraded it with an R9 290 a year ago and it runs the SteamVR beautifully!
But some of the newer games need a quad core processor.
I'd have said the main downside is that the monitor isn't 1600x900 as you'd expect at 19" but only 1366x768 so not ideal if your desk doesn't have much depth to it.
spec reasonable
not for me but with the monitor worth maybe £60, you're getting a fairly cheap refurb PC
I'm sure I'm not alone :smiley:
I've got a very neat laptop - got it for my kids to use Rosetta Stone on [as you only get 2 shots to download the program] - but I much prefer my desktop. Much more usable, ie big 27" screen and full size keyboard - let's not start talking about having a mouse! Miles better than a touchpad.
I agree that the 18.5" monitor is redundant unless by chance you are starting from scratch/ buying for Mum & Dad/ intending to flog it.