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Whats a Desktop Deal:

There are many factors you need to take into account in order to make something a deal. Manufacturer, Product line, Specs and warranty are usually what to look at when figuring that out. You need to consider prices as well, sometimes you get a price so hot that it doesn't matter what company it is.

Generally speaking here are the guidelines for Intel processors:

i3 8th Gen processor - Under $300 is usually a hot deal, Under $350 is decent
i5 8th Gen Processor - Under $400 is a Usually a Hot Deal
i7 8th Gen Processor - Under $600 is a Usually Hot Deal

to be continued....

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #760 on: July 04, 2014, 05:15:45 PM »
What do you think of this one. There is an addtional coupon for $75 off clearance PCs. Is A10 something to avoid?
http://www.staples.com/Lenovo-H535-Desktop-PC/product_57448

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #761 on: July 04, 2014, 05:27:30 PM »
I got the hp i3 deal for 400 plus tax. Using amex 75 off 350

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #762 on: July 04, 2014, 05:59:25 PM »
Isn't an A10 closer to an i5?

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #763 on: July 04, 2014, 06:22:39 PM »
Dunno but I guess Intel sounds better that amd

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« Reply #764 on: July 20, 2014, 12:30:02 PM »

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #766 on: July 21, 2014, 04:18:51 PM »

reliable site?
Its legit. DDFers, myself included have ordered and received socks from them. Use an Amex just in case.
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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #767 on: July 21, 2014, 04:36:19 PM »
Outdated system

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #768 on: July 22, 2014, 07:38:10 PM »
I am looking to buy a Desktop computer, priced at around $250-350. It can be refurbished. I am in no rush, and can wait ample time for a good deal.

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #769 on: July 23, 2014, 03:50:59 PM »
XPS 8700+ a free tablet.

http://www.dell.com/us/p/xps-8700/pd?oc=fdcwgs101r&model_id=xps-8700

MSrP: $800- 100 (instant savings)-50 coupon- 50 Amex: $600.

Is this a good deal? I would sell the tablet...
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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #770 on: July 23, 2014, 09:03:33 PM »
I don't see the free tablet in your link

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« Reply #771 on: July 23, 2014, 09:06:08 PM »

I don't see the free tablet in your link
It's there, and is valued at 160. I ordered already! I hope it's a good buy. It would be nice to have your confirmation though. Thanks again
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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #772 on: July 23, 2014, 09:22:03 PM »
XPS 8700+ a free tablet.

http://www.dell.com/us/p/xps-8700/pd?oc=fdcwgs101r&model_id=xps-8700

MSrP: $800- 100 (instant savings)-50 coupon- 50 Amex: $600.

Is this a good deal? I would sell the tablet...

In november I got that system in a slightly better processor (i7 4770) and 3 yr pro warranty for 630 and I'm very happy with it so far. If you can sell the tablet for 160, you got a great deal!

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #773 on: July 23, 2014, 09:24:12 PM »
In november I got that system in a slightly better processor (i7 4770) and 3 yr pro warranty for 630 and I'm very happy with it so far. If you can sell the tablet for 160, you got a great deal!

Thanks! They gave me a one year warranty, and I used an Amex, so I am covered for an additional year. I am basking in this setup in my room right now. A 32 inch free (small crack) screen from Dell, a new desktop, my HD 47 inch TV, slingbox, nice Laser printer from Newegg, Iphone, Ipod, and HP Touch pad.  :)
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« Reply #774 on: July 23, 2014, 09:34:47 PM »
In november I got that system in a slightly better processor (i7 4770) and 3 yr pro warranty for 630 and I'm very happy with it so far. If you can sell the tablet for 160, you got a great deal!

That's not slightly better its much better...

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« Reply #775 on: July 23, 2014, 09:35:19 PM »
It's there, and is valued at 160. I ordered already! I hope it's a good buy. It would be nice to have your confirmation though. Thanks again
No, it really isn't

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #776 on: July 23, 2014, 09:47:18 PM »
Thanks! They gave me a one year warranty, and I used an Amex, so I am covered for an additional year. I am basking in this setup in my room right now. A 32 inch free (small crack) screen from Dell, a new desktop, my HD 47 inch TV, slingbox, nice Laser printer from Newegg, Iphone, Ipod, and HP Touch pad.  :)
They want the "free" screen back...

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« Reply #777 on: July 23, 2014, 10:02:56 PM »
They want the "free" screen back...

That is true. DDF isn't my posek; I can discuss the sources with you via PM or in the Ethics thread. DDF is where I find deals, and share info. I still need to try screen--if it doesn;t work, I will have no use for it and certainly send it back.
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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #778 on: July 23, 2014, 10:04:24 PM »
No, it really isn't

Check on the top of Dell page, and you will see emboldened in red, "Students get a FREE Dell tablet* with the purchase of a PC $699.99 or more". Let me now, if you can't find it. I ordered through the phone, and it worked perfectly.
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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #779 on: July 23, 2014, 10:08:50 PM »
That is true. DDF isn't my posek; I can discuss the sources with you via PM or in the Ethics thread. DDF is where I find deals, and share info. I still need to try screen--if it doesn;t work, I will have no use for it and certainly send it back.
Was not trying to pasken.
Just mentioned it.