Alienware has arrived

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Buying already put together computers is like buying already cooked food. Buying custom parts and putting it together by yourself is like cooking the dinner by yourself. It tastes better, it's easier (if you know how to cook) and it's healthier.

 

[NAAPV]

Alienware is an insanely bad value for your money. There is nothing magical about them: it's the exact same hardware on the inside as every other PC out there.

it actually would be easier to fix an alienware because the computers they ship you are what they specialize in and have done all their homework to ensure it works perfect from the minute you press the start button. their headache, not mine.

If "fixing" means "shipping it to them and having them fix it for you", sure.

If you don't want to or can't build a custom computer yourself, you can find local specialty stores that will be happy to assemble you a reasonably priced and well-performing machine.

 

[J.Dre]

If you don't want to or can't build a custom computer yourself, you can find local specialty stores that will be happy to assemble you a reasonably priced and well-performing machine.

You left out, "Which will cost hundreds of dollars and may end up putting you in a worse position than you began with." Building a custom computer yourself, assuming you have the ability to do so properly, will save you money short-term. But if you make the slightest mistake, you may burn up a GPU or CPU and have to replace it out of your own pocket, which can cost as little as $100 or as much as $1,200.

Purchasing from Alienware is overpriced if you do it swiftly and without knowledge. As I said before, buying directly from the website without consulting a specialist at Dell will result in you spending at least $500 more than what you need to. The amount of money I was able to save on the system I purchased is enough proof that if you are willing to take the time to bargain (a few hours), you will eliminate the "overpriced" part of the Alienware system. It will then be worth every penny. You do pay for the name, as any you would for any other specialty product. Dell owns Alienware, Alienware is a gaming franchise and its sole purpose is to design gaming computers, accessories, etc. while providing quality support to customers. When you purchase an Alienware system, you are purchasing a specialty product and these products come with their own special name, look, feel and price.

Alienware offers an outstanding warranty for their products. They are bound by law to stand by it. In my opinion, after bargaining and deals are taken advantage of, Alienware is not overpriced.

The tactics they use are similar to that of "mail-in rebates." Companies offer them betting that customers won't go through the trouble to do it. This is similar to how Alienware operates. You can either buy your computer online in 10 minutes or spend an hour on the phone with a specialist and save anywhere from 10% to 30% - it's up to you to take advantage of it. But unlike rebates, Alienware doesn't throw this in your face, you have to seek it out.

I completely understand the arguments being made about the systems being overpriced because they are expensive, but there are ways to save money and make it worth while. I'm making this argument because I hope people are not blinded by gossip and rumors, and are willing to see what is truly in front of them - a deal waiting to be seized. If you go in blind and expect to get the best for little to nothing, you're a fool.

 

[NAAPV]

You left out, "Which will cost hundreds of dollars

Yeah, computers tend to cost hundreds of dollars. I'm not sure what your point is.

As I said before, buying directly from the website without consulting a specialist at Dell will result in you spending at least $500 more than what you need to.

...you're just proving my point with this ridiculous drivel. Why the fuck would you knowingly support a company that scams people in this fashion?

You do pay for the name, as any you would for any other specialty product. Dell owns Alienware, Alienware is a gaming franchise and its sole purpose is to design gaming computers, accessories, etc. while providing quality support to customers.

This reads exactly like some marketing rubbish from Alienware's website. It means absolutely nothing.

They are bound by law to stand by it.

...unlike other companies?

We get it, you bought an overpriced computer. I'm sure it's nice, the damage is done, enjoy Crysis at max settings.

 

[J.Dre]

Yeah, computers tend to cost hundreds of dollars. I'm not sure what your point is.

...you're just proving my point with this ridiculous drivel. Why the fuck would you knowingly support a company that scams people in this fashion?

This reads exactly like some marketing rubbish from Alienware's website. It means absolutely nothing.

...unlike other companies?

We get it, you bought an overpriced computer. I'm sure it's nice, the damage is done, enjoy Crysis at max settings.

I was referring to your suggestion of hiring some techy in a local shop to fix / build a computer for you, which would cost hundreds. These hundreds are basically the extra cost affiliated with purchasing a specialty product - what you claim to be a scam. How exactly would you run a business, NAAPV? At least from your responses, I can only assume you have little knowledge in this area, and tend to assume the worst when someone throws a brand name in your face. Business is profiteering. If they can get away with charging someone an extra $100 because that person wasn't willing to bargain or take advantage of deals, they'll do it in a heart beat.

Obviously explaining this to you is going to be very difficult, but I at least tried to do so. And I bought what most would describe as an overpriced computer, but not for an overpriced amount.

I get it, when people hear Alienware, they immediately think "overpriced!" But it doesn't have to be.

 

[Herpicus]

Guys I own an Alienware product. I will now continue to suck their dicks and continue to be a retard.

I was referring to your suggestion of hiring some techy in a local shop to fix / build a computer for you, which would cost hundreds.

Lol stop.

 

[J.Dre]

I will now continue to suck their dicks.

Your personal life is of no interest to me, but thanks for sharing.

Just joking!

 

[Herpicus]

Alienware es number 1
right J.Dre!

hueheuehuehue

In before more Too long, did not read from J.Dre

 

[Nyan Cat]

I got my hp pavilion for 700$ not sure if its over priced or not,since everything is over priced in egypt,its a 2nd gen i5 4gb ram,750 gb hard drive,AMD radeon Hd not sure of the number it was 76** XT 2gb dedicated,i think its over priced for the "beats audio"and finger print fap,although im satisfied with my computer,i can run all games smothly without lags,play lol on very high settings xD i play battlefield 3 on High graphics without any lag,i wanted to get an alien ware but i found it's overpriced and has same specs as the alien ware except for the ram i think.

 

[Korrex]

You left out, "Which will cost hundreds of dollars and may end up putting you in a worse position than you began with." Building a custom computer yourself, assuming you have the ability to do so properly, will save you money short-term. But if you make the slightest mistake, you may burn up a GPU or CPU and have to replace it out of your own pocket, which can cost as little as $100 or as much as $1,200.

Purchasing from Alienware is overpriced if you do it swiftly and without knowledge. As I said before, buying directly from the website without consulting a specialist at Dell will result in you spending at least $500 more than what you need to. The amount of money I was able to save on the system I purchased is enough proof that if you are willing to take the time to bargain (a few hours), you will eliminate the "overpriced" part of the Alienware system. It will then be worth every penny. You do pay for the name, as any you would for any other specialty product. Dell owns Alienware, Alienware is a gaming franchise and its sole purpose is to design gaming computers, accessories, etc. while providing quality support to customers. When you purchase an Alienware system, you are purchasing a specialty product and these products come with their own special name, look, feel and price.

Alienware offers an outstanding warranty for their products. They are bound by law to stand by it. In my opinion, after bargaining and deals are taken advantage of, Alienware is not overpriced.

The tactics they use are similar to that of "mail-in rebates." Companies offer them betting that customers won't go through the trouble to do it. This is similar to how Alienware operates. You can either buy your computer online in 10 minutes or spend an hour on the phone with a specialist and save anywhere from 10% to 30% - it's up to you to take advantage of it. But unlike rebates, Alienware doesn't throw this in your face, you have to seek it out.

I completely understand the arguments being made about the systems being overpriced because they are expensive, but there are ways to save money and make it worth while. I'm making this argument because I hope people are not blinded by gossip and rumors, and are willing to see what is truly in front of them - a deal waiting to be seized. If you go in blind and expect to get the best for little to nothing, you're a fool.

You don't have to be tech-savvy to build a computer, there are tons of tutorials that show you exactly what to do, and burning a GPU is insanely hard since all you have to do is plug in 1/2 cables from the PSU to it, not that hard. Also online retailers tend to replace broken parts since they can't prove you caused the damage to the component while building.

The warranty lasts for 2 years and it's only if it's a defect product, so if the computer breaks after you've used it for say 4 months and it breaks then they're not bound by law to do anything. Oh yes definetly not overpriced, totally worth it...

I suggest you actually read their warranty section: https://www.dell.com/content/topics/global.aspx/policy/en/policy?c=us&l=en&s=gen&~section=010

 

[Herpicus]

From our IRC. It's like sex and lego

06:40 <~diath> holy fuck seriously
06:40 <~diath> if you have the right hardware
06:41 <~diath> assembling a computer is about to put correct thing in the correct slot
06:41 <~diath> which isn't that hard
06:41 <&Herpicus> NCIX charges only 50$ to assemble and test the system
06:41 <~diath> it's like pushing your penis into a vagina

 

[Amiroslo]

From where you stole it?

 

[JoccE]

For every hater out there.. Stop thinking of money only.

He bought an alienware for the quality. It is not the same as if you buy a HP laptop fr half the price. Laptops nowaday are not ment to be portable (Wich is really sad :/) unless you buy a professional one, and they are not ment for gaming. I myself own a MAC because i want a computer that will last me 6 years+ (Even tho i will probably switch it out in around 3 years) It cost me around 2600$. Buy quality not quantity .

For desktops in my previous days i would have assembled one myself because i am a nerd and like poking inside my computer. Tho if you are not one of those nerds its good to be able to buy stuff like a Alienware where you know you get good quality items in a nice looking case.

Nowadays when i actually am kinda "rich" i would not buy a desktop at all.. I am currently w8ing for Apples new Thunderbolt Display and i will use it as a docking station even tho its 3x more expensive as a normal monitor. But it is also 4x as good


Short summary: Stop thinking of what shit costs. Buy the item you want and look for quality.


EDIT:
Btw could we get some pics?

 

[Herpicus]

For every hater out there.. Stop thinking of money only.

He bought an alienware for the quality. It is not the same as if you buy a HP laptop fr half the price. Laptops nowaday are not ment to be portable (Wich is really sad :/) unless you buy a professional one, and they are not ment for gaming. I myself own a MAC because i want a computer that will last me 6 years+ (Even tho i will probably switch it out in around 3 years) It cost me around 2600$. Buy quality not quantity .

For desktops in my previous days i would have assembled one myself because i am a nerd and like poking inside my computer. Tho if you are not one of those nerds its good to be able to buy stuff like a Alienware where you know you get good quality items in a nice looking case.

Nowadays when i actually am kinda "rich" i would not buy a desktop at all.. I am currently w8ing for Apples new Thunderbolt Display and i will use it as a docking station even tho its 3x more expensive as a normal monitor. But it is also 4x as good


Short summary: Stop thinking of what shit costs. Buy the item you want and look for quality.


EDIT:
Btw could we get some pics?

Pictures of a pre-built that over nine thousand people have, and look the same.
Gee I wonder how much more different this computer will look compared to the others!

 

[JoccE]

Pictures of a pre-built that over nine thousand people have, and look the same.
Gee I wonder how much more different this computer will look compared to the others!

Grumpy today are we?

 

[J.Dre]

You don't have to be tech-savvy to build a computer, there are tons of tutorials that show you exactly what to do, and burning a GPU is insanely hard since all you have to do is plug in 1/2 cables from the PSU to it, not that hard. Also online retailers tend to replace broken parts since they can't prove you caused the damage to the component while building.

The warranty lasts for 2 years and it's only if it's a defect product, so if the computer breaks after you've used it for say 4 months and it breaks then they're not bound by law to do anything. Oh yes definetly not overpriced, totally worth it...

I suggest you actually read their warranty section: https://www.dell.com/content/topics/global.aspx/policy/en/policy?c=us&l=en&s=gen&~section=010

You're wrong. My system has both the regular and advanced care warranties - two completely different warranties. It covers everything I have mentioned in my posts. However, it does not cover absolutely every single thing that could happen to your computer, pretty much only the most common ways of damaging them. And no, considering how much you can save, it is not overpriced at all. Did you even read my posts, Korrex?

PDF of the Warranty: (One of the many sections.)

a. Repair and Replacement Service. During the term of this Agreement and subject to the limitations in this Agreement, we will repair or replace the Computer Device as necessary to correct any damage to the Computer Device which occurs during the usual and customary usage of the Computer Device because:

• An electrical surge damages the Computer Device’s internal circuitry, or
• You accidentally drop the Computer Device (in the case of Notebooks and/or Peripherals) or the Computer Device is otherwise accidentally damaged from handling including damage to:
• The keyboard if you spill liquid.
• The LCD/monitor cracks or shatters in extreme temperatures.

If we repair your Computer Device, you understand and agree that we may replace original parts with new or used parts from the original manufacturer, or a different one. Replacement parts will be functionally equivalent to the original parts. In our discretion, we may designate an affiliated company or contract with a third party to complete repairs on the Computer Device.

If we decide that it is necessary to replace the Computer Device rather than repair it, you will receive a Computer Device equivalent to or better than the Computer Device you originally purchased from us, as determined by us in our sole and reasonable discretion.

In most cases, if it is not solved within three visits of a technician, they will send you a brand new machine of equal or greater value. And the best part is, if the components inside your computer are unavailable, they'll send you better ones - never worse. I believe he is a member of the forum I visit, but anyway, he told us (and proved with video on YouTube), that Alienware did not have any "GTX 680's" in stock (desktop GPU), so they sent him a GTX 690 as a replacement. How awesome is that? :w00t: He's a lucky bas***d. If I remember correctly, he thought it was an accident, but it turned out not to be one and he got to keep the GPU.

 

[Korrex]

You're wrong. My system has both the regular and advanced care warranties - two completely different warranties. It covers everything I have mentioned in my posts. However, it does not cover absolutely every single thing that could happen to your computer, pretty much only the most common ways of damaging them. And no, considering how much you can save, it is not overpriced at all. Did you even read my posts, Korrex?

PDF of the Warranty: (One of the many sections.)

In most cases, if it is not solved within three visits of a technician, they will send you a brand new machine of equal or greater value. And the best part is, if the components inside your computer are unavailable, they'll send you better ones - never worse. I believe he is a member of the forum I visit, but anyway, he told us (and proved with video on YouTube), that Alienware did not have any "GTX 680's" in stock (desktop GPU), so they sent him a GTX 690 as a replacement. How awesome is that? :w00t: He's a lucky bas***d. If I remember correctly, he thought it was an accident, but it turned out not to be one and he got to keep the GPU.

You don't save anything when buying an Alienware. Custom parts come with warranty aswell, so what's your point? That you paid 3x more for something called "advanced care"? Seems legit.

 

[Beo]

I can go get insurance on my shitty acer laptop right now, so if it ever broke I'd get my money back or a repair.

 

[J.Dre]

You don't save anything when buying an Alienware. Custom parts come with warranty aswell, so what's your point? That you paid 3x more for something called "advanced care"? Seems legit.

I didn't pay extra, it was part of the bargain I made with the specialist I spoke with. And yes, you can save money. As I've said several times now, Alienware is overpriced if you do not make a deal or attempt to take advantage of sales. A lot of people probably aren't even aware that you can do so, and it's these people who continuously repeat that Alienware is overpriced.

 

[Prest]

LoL gratz you just spend all you shitty money on a shitty alienware wow that's nice you know what you could buy for theese money FOOD! , Stuffs , clothes , and you could buy computer from Amazon/ebay its very cheap i bought mine alienware for 150 dollar at ebay btw the alienware suck but anyway i got it for cheap

It's his money, he can do whatever he wants with it, don't be jealous your mommy doesn't give you that much money to spend on computers.