Saw this article about Alienware Aurora with a nVidia 5080 for USD2400 IGN Link.
On Malaysia Alienware site it cost RM18k ... any idea if this deal will make it to Malaysia ? If not, what other reputable pre-built is recommended in Malaysia ? ROG, HP Omen, Legion ?
Prefer pre-built over shop built for warranty reasons. I live in a ulu area, so getting the parts shipped here cost as much as buying a pre-built anyway, and with warranty it covers return shipping.
Alienware isnt the hotbox it was before but its still littered with proprietary BS parts like PSU, mobo, case. If your getting a Dell, add on extended warranty package that covers PSU as this is most likely to die amongst these 3 items.
For warranty service/RMA, I still trust Dell over the other 3 brands.
If you need a prebuilt, you should consider local system integrators as they use standardized parts instead of proprietary parts that Dell uses in this machine HP Omens/Lenovo Legion PCs are also a good choice too, as they are effectively ATX/mATX tower PCs with some OEM customized parts A little warning: certain Legion Tower PCs use BGA (soldered laptop) CPUs, like this one: https://psref.lenovo.com/Product/Legion/Legion_T5_30IAX10
Local SI may not have as reliable warranty service/RMA for those in ulu places (where OP is at). Mostly you ship back at your own cost.
Perhaps a HP Omen tower might be a better fit for you - it is effectively a regular (m)ATX tower PC with some OEM flavored parts
Disclaimer: I work for a company that handles HP(E) and Lenovo equipment
HP Warranty service imho have been hit & miss. This from my bro RMA for his expensive Envy laptop (it had all the bells & whistles options then). If an expensive lappie can get shafted, whatmore a desktop unit?
Yes, but what happens if warranty expires? Note that desktop machines can last for a long time, and any proprietary parts will severely limit its upgrade and repair capabilities Relying on warranty solely isn't exactly a good thing IMHO
For Dell you can extend warranty up to 5 years which is reasonable for PC hardware usage lifespan. By then your ady want to do extensive upgrades anyways (CPU & mobo, GPU)
I still wont buy a Dell desktop due to its proprietary BS
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