should i replace my computer?

Question

hi, i know i need to replace my computer ASAP because of it's performance, loudness and other problems. i bought it in 2007 and it has the following specs:
Pentium D (forget the model number) 3.4Ghz (discontinued)
Gigabyte GA-945GMF i think (discontinued)
3 Gb Ram corsair and something else
gigabyte 9500GT
thermaltake 430w PSU (discontinued)
stock cooler
250gb hdd segate
3 fans
IDE dvd burner

i have had lots of problems in the past 2 yrs mainly out of the years i've had it
it started when i installed my 7600 GT and put vista Ultimate on it. after that i used it for playing call of duty world at war zombies for about 4 hrs on a friday for about a year so that didn't really help the components.

when the 7600 died i replaced it with a 9500gt and after leaving the computer on with vista the CPU cooler (stock) was just so freaking loud! you could hear it when we were having dinner and my door was closed! unbelievable so i added an extra fan which probably didn't do anything.
for about 1 yr my mouse has been constantly cutting in and out because of reasons i do not konw and today did the same things i would but iwth my dad's computer and the mouse is fine! so i know the USB ports on mine are rubbish now but only the mouse cuts in and out, the 1TB, webcam, ipod and printer are fine it's weird...

after all this i'm looking at getting a laptop http://computeralliance.com.au/parts.aspx?qryPart=12000 or paying the same for an AMD X6 (cheaper CPU forget the model number), GTX 460, antec 902 and 4GB ram win 7 etc...

what do you think i should do? im in yr 10 right now and need something that will last untill my 2nd yr of uni so tell me what i should do.

also if you know of parts available in brisbane that would make a good quality computer that will last 4 yrs or so please do tell me!

Answer 1

i would not recommend upgrading right now. here is the reasons why.



intel is releasing new cpu's that will be replacing i5/i7 the new cpu's will run on lga2011 and lga1155.



the i5 i7 will not run on these motherboards. everyone who buys an i5 i7 right now will be kicking themselves in a few months. the new lga2011 will be running on quad channel ram.

you will also get usb 3.0 and sata 3.0



ati is releasing 6xxx series in which will blow nvidia away yet again. and ati is going to use even less power and less heat. nvidia 465 cards and higher drain a lot of power and a ton of heat.



all of these will be released in either dec/jan, is is totally worth the wait.



902 case is one of the best rated case for cooling.

Answer 2

I don't blame you for wanting a new machine. I was in the same spot earlier this year after my HP desktop from 2003 was too slow to play Youtube video full-screen and my old Dell laptop died. Considering the laptop and desktop configuration you're looking at, they're both very nice. The laptop has a decent graphics processor, not great but much better than the Intel integrated HD graphics chip that most laptops come with. It would play most games fine (probably not so much Crysis) and it would be fast enough for any productivity software. The Core i7-720 mobile CPU has four physical cores and eight virtual cores with HyperThreading, which is a nice step up from the Core i5 and Core i7-6xx processors which only have two physical cores. That's a very nice all-around laptop.



The desktop configuration would be much more suitable for playing games -- the GTX 460 is extremely quick and that's the most important part for hardcore gaming. The X6 a very powerful CPU for its price. Too many people dismiss AMD out of hand. That machine would play Crysis at high resolution and at Enthusiast video settings, and that game is still king when it comes to testing gaming rigs.



I suppose my best advice would be to ask yourself if a powerful system is more important, or if portability is. When you're in school it's very handy to have a notebook to take to the library, to have in class for notes, to help pass the time between classes in college, etc. But there are computer labs around and you can sign up and borrow a laptop in the libraries. It's a question of how often you'd use your new computer away from your home, really. I'd pick the desktop, but that's my personal preference.



Either system will provide more than 4 years of futureproof computing, so you don't have to worry about that. They're both very powerful without being ludicrously expensive. I think you'd be very happy with either, but especially if you like gaming, I'd recommend the desktop machine. And I'm in the USA so I can't comment on parts retailers where you are, so I apologize for that. Good luck!

Answer 3

Have you overclocked your computer or increased the fan speed? Check in the BIOS, then reset the settings to default. These maybe one of the reasons.. make sure you are in a room where your computer gets sufficient ventilation. You playing for 4 hours once a week isn't bad, just make sure your pc is having sufficient ventilation. why not try installing temperature reading softwares like speedfan?



Regarding the mouse, try a usb mouse, if you have a problem on your regular mouse port.



If you want to play the latest games, or make your pc an entertainment center, get a desktop. there are pre-mades, which cost higher, than you asking the help of a computer knowledgeable friend or relative in assembling a pc of your own.

Answer 4

desktops will never thoroughly replace instructors, exceedingly not for the extra youthful grades the place social interplay can't study with the aid of a working laptop or workstation. even however, one argument would be that school pupils are already taking over line instructions and if so desktops have already replaced college professors to a undeniable quantity. each and all the professors would desire to do is average the internet instructions.

Answer 5

You can check this configuration, it's included all the computer parts and costs around $1000 USD or a little more in oz.

take a note of all the parts, then search online to find the parts, you can check the price at http://www.shopbot.com.au/ then find a good online seller close to your place.

http://www.pc4game.com/pc4game_056.htm

Cheers!

Answer 6

I recommend you a free software which can help you convert Rip DVD and Convert Video to your iPod.



It called "Next DVD Ripper". It is easy to use, you only need select "iPod Move" Profile, Next DVD Ripper will convert the movie to suitable format that can be played by iPod.



http://www.nextvideosoft.com/



Next DVD Ripper is a free DVD ripper and video converter with easy-to-use graphical interface, fast converting speed, and excellent video quality. It can rip DVD movies and convert almost all video formats including DVIX, Xv iD, MOVE, RM, RM VB, MPEG, VB, DVD, MV, and AVI to MPEG-4 movie format for iPod, PSP, PS3, iPhone, XBox360, Zune, Apple TV, Archos, iRiver PMP, Epson Player, Creative Zen, Rubi Blue, Sony Walkman, Commodore PMX, Palm TX, Game Boy, SmartDisk, Windows Mobile Smart phone, Nokia, BlackBerry, Ketti, LG, Sony-Ericssonon, Samsung mobile phone, etc.

Answer 7

no, only the processor,

install the Core 2 Duo E8400 3GHz processor

Answer 8

hummmm i would try resetting memory sticks or reinstalling operating system with the new hardware you have installed

Answer 9

you don't seem to know much about computers so I don't think a new one will help as in no time you will have messed it up too