Anyone running CoD on Alienware?

[the Dutchman]

I build several,just thought that Alienware tunes the hardware by writing it's own software for it?

[pupo162]

Originally Posted by the Dutchman

I build several,just thought that Alienware tunes the hardware by writing it's own software for it?

i dont know. sorry :S

Originally Posted by the Dutchman

I build several,just thought that Alienware tunes the hardware by writing it's own software for it?

If they claim that it's nothing more than marketing BS. You pay the extra for a fancy name, decorative extras and superfluously expensive items of hardware that do nothing for making games run faster.

[senseispcc]

Nearly there !

[Ralith]

Originally Posted by the Dutchman

I build several,just thought that Alienware tunes the hardware by writing it's own software for it?

Haha, wow, no, they don't do anything like that. They might give you a custom desktop image, and maybe some branded adware or a backup utility or something, but nothing useful.

[brando]

Who owns Alienware these days? Oh, right, it's Dell. 'Nuff said.

[LT.INSTG8R]

Originally Posted by brando

Who owns Alienware these days? Oh, right, it's Dell. 'Nuff said.

This

[TeeJay82]

Ive seen inside alienware comps... they hare a really awesome looking tower on the outside, and cheap looking mid range components on the inside.... complete waste of cash.

like Langnasen said, build your own, or get someone you know to build one for you, that way you dont get ripped off

[the Dutchman]

Thanks for the advice,all!

[brp51d]

There are many people who don't have the skill and or time to build their own machines. A good system builder will put together a fast, stable machine with quality components. The other thing you can get from the better companies is quality support. There are a number of very good companies out there that offer a proffesional build, top components and outstanding support. The two best in my experience are Falcon Northwest [very expensive] and Maingear. Maingear offers 99% of what you get from Falcon with first rate tech and customer support at a reasonable price point. Alienware is not in the same league as these companies. I have dealt with all and you cant go wrong with Falcon or Maingear. Either will take the time to give you sound advice about system configuration without sales pressure. Also, they will not try to upsell you on anything. Good luck.