Question from a non techie

[UnoDallas]

which would you buy ?

see I want to stream the football games to my TV and each of these have a HDMI output

Gateway - Desktop / Intel® Pentium® Processor / 6GB Memory / 1TB Hard Drive

Lenovo - Ideacentre Desktop / Intel® Pentium® Processor / 6GB Memory / 1TB Hard Drive

Asus - Essentio Desktop / Intel® Core™ i3 Processor / 6GB Memory / 1TB Hard Drive

Anyone ?

 

[CowboyMcCoy]

Lenovo is good hardware. We just bought a great Lenovo with HDMI inputs outputs even though it's an AMD processor....it still gets the job done.

It also comes with a 3 year warranty.

 

[tupperware]

which would you buy ?

see I want to stream the football games to my TV and each of these have a HDMI output

Gateway - Desktop / Intel® Pentium® Processor / 6GB Memory / 1TB Hard Drive

Lenovo - Ideacentre Desktop / Intel® Pentium® Processor / 6GB Memory / 1TB Hard Drive

Asus - Essentio Desktop / Intel® Core™ i3 Processor / 6GB Memory / 1TB Hard Drive

Anyone ?

Well between the 3 choices you posted there is literally no difference, because there aren't enough details on the processor. Need more details on the included processor as well as the included video card.

Can you post links to each PC?

 

[Hoofbite]

You'd be better off disclosing your budget and let someone find you a better system.

 

[Meat-O-Rama]

How do you plan to get the games to your PC in order to stream them to your TV?

 

[UnoDallas]

You'd be better off disclosing your budget and let someone find you a better system.

I won't go over $500

and that still hurts me

not budget wise - I see no use in spending that kind of money on a puter - that I use for Email - songs - message boards - and just general browing

but need something newer as I want to up grade to windows 7

Gateway

Intel® Core™ i3 processor
Features smart 4-way processing performance for HD quality computing. Intel® HD graphics are built into Intel's smart new processors. Intel® HD Graphics 2000
For lush images with stunning detail. HDMI output for easy connection to a high-definition monitor or TV. Processor Brand
Intel®

Processor
Intel® Core™ i3

Processor Speed
3.1GH

Graphics
Intel® HD Graphics 2000

Lenovo

Intel® Pentium® dual-core processor G620
Features an 1333MHz system bus, 3MB cache and 2.6GHz processor speed. Intel® Pentium® processor
Features classic 2-way processing performance, letting you run multiple applications simultaneously, so you can browse, send instant messages, download music and transfer photos all at once.
Intel® HD graphics 2000
For lush images. HDMI output for connection to an HDTV

Processor Brand
Intel®

Processor
Intel® Pentium®

Processor Speed
2.6GHz
Graphics
Intel® HD graphics 2000



Asus

Intel® Core™ i3-2100 processor
Features a 3MB cache and 3.1GHz processor speed. Intel® Core™ i3 processor
Features smart 4-way processing performance for HD quality computing. UMA graphics
For lush images with stunning detail. HDMI output for connection to an HDTV. Processor Brand
Intel®

Processor
Intel® Core™ i3

Processor Speed
3.1GHz


Graphics
UMA

 

[UnoDallas]

How do you plan to get the games to your PC in order to stream them to your TV?

not a gamer

 

[tupperware]

not a gamer

Are you restricting yourself to these 3 manufacturers or is it a budget only restriction?

 

[tupperware]

If you don't require a new monitor, take a look at this one:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883113171

Already comes with Windows 7, too.

• 
  Intense Performance The Intel Core i5 processor powers gaming and complex tasks such as creating and editing video, music and photos. With Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, you get intelligent performance when you need it. Intel HD Graphics 2000 delivers an excellent high-definition video experience with stunning images and smooth playback. With 5.1- Channel Surround Sound support you can experience high level, theater quality sound. High Level Specifications 6GB DDR3 Memory delivers incredible system response to effortlessly play intense games, multitask and run the latest multithreaded applications.
• 
  Cutting-Edge HD Entertainment Prepare to be stunned by the clarity of Blu-ray High-Definition - experience interactive features from a Blu-ray Disc movie and extraordinary HD detail. The Blu-ray combo drive also lets you burn CDs and DVDs of your favorite music, photos and files. An HDMI port is built in for easy hook-up to your large flat screen display.
• 
  Expandable Storage The enormous 1Terabyte Green Product Hard Drive can easily store all your digital photo albums, media, and work documents, while the easily accessible hard drive expansion bay lets you expand your storage by another 2TB allowing for up to 3TB of massive storage space!
• 
  Amazing Usability Commonly used ports including the Digital Media Card Reader are located along the top front edge of the PC at a 45 degree angle, for easier user access. A handy Digital Device Holder, recessed into the top of the PC, provides a convenient place to rest gadgets and accessories. A lid on the top rear of the system discreetly hides cables when reeled from the back.
• 
  Comprehensive Network Connectivity Always be connected to your friends, email and favorite websites with 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN and Gigabit Ethernet.
• 
  Windows 7 Home Premium Windows 7 Home Premium makes the things you do every day easier and with Office Starter 2010, experience new ways to deliver your best work!

 

[UnoDallas]

Are you restricting yourself to these 3 manufacturers or is it a budget only restriction?

no they are in my area

 

[tupperware]

no they are in my area

Well Newegg is doing free shipping on the system above which is $750 if you buy it straight from Dell.

I think if you're going with a manufacturer such as Dells, Gateways, etc that's a tough system to beat.

A reviewer on newegg said this about the system:

Pros: Price. With the Newegg's savings this pc was a steal. Design. Yes, a little on the big side, but the glossy case and its lighting it looks good. Specs. 1TB, Blue Ray, and 6 gigs of Ram for the price. Not to much bloatware. Had this pc up and running in no time. PC is super quiet. Laslty, the removable hard drive slot is perfect for doing backups and adding a media filled hard drive.

Cons: Windows 7 needs a ton of updates. It should come with SP1 insatlled. Tower a little big for my intended usage.

Other Thoughts: I have this PC in my living room connected to my large screen TV and 5.1 receiver via the HDMI cable. I also use a extended range mouse keyboard combo so I can work from my couch and liftop table. The sole purpose is to use it for Netflix, Blurays, and music in my entertainment room. With the added hard drive slot I have 3 TB of media and plenty of computing power to keep me happy at a great price. I am not a gamer so the graphics are sufficient for my needs. Newegg has this PC for peanuts and got it to my door in 3 days. I am surprised that not many people seem to be jumping at this deal.

 

[UnoDallas]

found that gateway DX4850-45u in my area for $579

so may go barter them down

we'll l see

 

[tupperware]

found that gateway DX4850-45u in my area for $579

so may go barter them down

we'll l see

Yep it's a pretty good system at that price, good luck.

 

[VietCowboy]

found that gateway DX4850-45u in my area for $579

so may go barter them down

we'll l see

yeah, or have them throw in a monitor for that price.

 

[Reality]

not a gamer

I think he means football games since that's what you asked about ..

#reality

 

[YosemiteSam]

which would you buy ?

see I want to stream the football games to my TV and each of these have a HDMI output

Gateway - Desktop / Intel® Pentium® Processor / 6GB Memory / 1TB Hard Drive

Lenovo - Ideacentre Desktop / Intel® Pentium® Processor / 6GB Memory / 1TB Hard Drive

Asus - Essentio Desktop / Intel® Core™ i3 Processor / 6GB Memory / 1TB Hard Drive

Anyone ?

Brand wise, I would just remove the Gateway from the list.

Lenovo (at least ThinkPads) are an IBM creation and are generally of high quality, but are business so don't think about playing 3D games on it. It will probably struggle with them. As for any other Lenovo models, I really don't know as I've never even seen one.

Asus generally are pretty good for almost anything, though the PC you named is good for exactly what you want it for, but if you expect daily PC use out of it as an actual desktop it will leave something to be desired. It's basically made to sit next to your TV and not other things.

Did you ever look at something like Google TV box? I think the Logitech Revue was just lowered to $99. Depending on how you are streaming the game, it might work for you.

 

[Meat-O-Rama]

I think he means football games since that's what you asked about ..

#reality

This.

 

[tupperware]

Brand wise, I would just remove the Gateway from the list.

Lenovo (at least ThinkPads) are an IBM creation and are generally of high quality, but are business so don't think about playing 3D games on it. It will probably struggle with them. As for any other Lenovo models, I really don't know as I've never even seen one.

Asus generally are pretty good for almost anything, though the PC you named is good for exactly what you want it for, but if you expect daily PC use out of it as an actual desktop it will leave something to be desired. It's basically made to sit next to your TV and not other things.

Did you ever look at something like Google TV box? I think the Logitech Revue was just lowered to $99. Depending on how you are streaming the game, it might work for you.

Yeah I normally wouldn't recommend a Gateway myself, but for his needs and at his price point, that desktop seems to fit perfectly.

 

[UnoDallas]

guys thanks for all the input

add more - I want enough of a graphics card that can handle stearming to the Tv - plus like the big hard drive an like the mnemory of the gateway

and one so I can putt around the internet

well we got one good store here in town I know I headed out there to pick there brains

 

[CowboyMcCoy]

guys thanks for all the input

add more - I want enough of a graphics card that can handle stearming to the Tv - plus like the big hard drive an like the mnemory of the gateway

and one so I can putt around the internet

well we got one good store here in town I know I headed out there to pick there brains

Dude, go to Frye's or Fry's ...whatever..they match any deal you find. Even TigerDirect. I got them to come off my computer simply because they don't want to lose sales.

And like nyc said, Lenovo isn't really for gaming. But you don't strike me as a wow guy. So, again, for the budget and the warranty that comes with it, Lenovo is a good choice imo.