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MR PC GEEK Xmas Sale - i7-3770/8GB/1TB/USB3/2GB HD-7850 $769 + Delivery
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Store Repmrpcgeek on 19/11/2012 - 11:59 mrpcgeek.com.au (479 clicks)

Hi guys. MR PC GEEK is having their final sale on OZBargains for 2012

AMD DEALS
Gamer PC i3-3220/8GB/1TB/USB3/2GB ATI HD-7850 $589 + Delivery
Gamer PC i5-3470/8GB/1TB/USB3/2GB ATI HD-7850 $659 + Delivery
Gamer PC i7-3770/8GB/1TB/USB3/2GB ATI HD-7850 $769 + Delivery

NVIDIA DEALS
Gamer PC i3-3220/8GB/1TB/USB3/2GB GTX660 $629 + Delivery
Gamer PC i5-3470/8GB/1TB/USB3/2GB GXT660 $699 + Delivery
Gamer PC i7-3770/8GB/1TB/USB3/2GB GTX660 $809 + Delivery

Go to this link to see the packages: http://www.mrpcgeek.com.au/c/4469690/1/ozbargain-specials.ht…

All PCs come with the following:

Brand New
CPU: Depends on package
RAM: 8GB 1600MHz DDR3 RAM
Hard Drive: 1TB 7200RPM SATA3 Hard Drive
Motherboard: B75 Motherboard with USB3
Graphics: Depends on package
Optical Drive: 22x DVD-RW Burner Drive
Sound: 5.1 Channel High Definition Audio
ATX Case: 620W Black/Silver Tower Case
Front Audio & USB Port x6 (4x rear, 2x front)
Network: On-board NIC (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Operation System: No Windows Operating System
Help: Technical Support
Warranty: 2 Years Parts & Labour Warranty (Return-To-Base)

We provide Tax Invoice, Manuals and Driver Software for all purchases.

All PCs are tested before shipping for performance and stability.

A+ cable management is done on all our system builds.

We build CUSTOM PC's to suit your needs. Ask us for a quote today!

Please visit www.mrpcgeek.com.au to see our whole range of desktop packagers for home, business & gamers.

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+$39 WA/NT (5-10 Business Days)

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  • ProspectiveDarkness on 19/11/2012 - 12:05

    Doesn't seem too bad. Can you provide the specific models for the graphics cards and power supply?
    Also: possible to do some SSD deals to throw in?

    • CarbonTwelve on 19/11/2012 - 12:07
      +3

      Yep, the prices are good but I'm guessing it's a no-name PSU which I wouldn't want to touch with a ten foot pole.

    • Store Repmrpcgeek @ MR PC GEEK on 19/11/2012 - 12:09

      Gigabyte AMD Radeon HD7850 OC (2GB GV-R785OC-2GD)
      Gigabyte 2G GTX660OC (N660OC-2GD)
      620W Honli Power Supply

      Please note: Brands may change as its all dependent on stock levels.

      • rifter on 19/11/2012 - 12:24

        If you ever want to run OSX on this do NOT choose HD7850, go the Gigabyte GTX660OC. Have Mountain Lion running on this now.

      • CarbonTwelve on 19/11/2012 - 12:27
        +5

        As I suspected, a cheap no-name PSU. There's no way I'd build a gaming system without a reliable PSU.

        • AngryMan on 19/11/2012 - 12:56
          -2

          They also sell a 875W Thermaltake PSU, wouldn't it be better to simply ask for a price for a proven PSU then rubbish the deal?

        • ProspectiveDarkness on 19/11/2012 - 13:01
          +4

          He's not 'rubbishing' the deal, he's rubbishing the cheap PSU's - which is a completely valid concern. These cheap PSU's, while fine for basic use, are by far not recommendable for any higher usage, and it's somewhat reprehensible for these places to sell it as such (not necessarily MR PC Geek in particular; everyone does it).

          Unsuspecting users deserve to be warned, and in that, CarbonTwelve is completely justified.
          On another note: your suggested PSU is complete overkill for these systems.

        • CarbonTwelve on 19/11/2012 - 13:11
          +1

          +1 to ProspectiveDarkness's comments. And FWIW, 620W is more than enough for this system, but I'd go for an Antec HCG or Silverstone Strider or something like that.

        • StewBalls on 19/11/2012 - 16:14
          -1

          Honestly, I'd steer clear of Antec. Their quality has never matched their reputation or price; they're highly overrated IMHO. I've binned at least half a dozen of them over the years, miraculously just out of warranty.

          I'd be leaning towards TT or Silverstone myself for a serious gaming rig. That said, if you still want a cheap, safe option you could try Vantec Ion2+…Last time I checked a 600w modular unit went for around $60. I know heaps of people (myself included) who are running them quite happily! ;)

          IME, there's cheap, and there's also cheap crap…only experience & research will reveal the difference; and in this case Honli is shaping up as the latter! :p

        • CarbonTwelve on 19/11/2012 - 16:50

          Generally I agree about Antec (I've had multiple ones fail before), but the current HCG range is made by Seasonic and is considered very good quality.

        • Thrawn on 19/11/2012 - 18:51
          +2

          A lot of the Antecs are Seasonic platforms and are quite good. The rest is a bit of a hit and miss. Just like Corsairs really or any other brand for that matter.. mixture of good stuff and bad stuff.

        • Skinnerr on 20/11/2012 - 02:24

          Do your research. Antec dont make ANY psu's so ANTEC havent failed you at all. They reshell oem psu's, im on my second one atm (1st one still works fine) and havent had a single problem as the ones ive got are the seasonic psu's inside.

        • StewBalls on 20/11/2012 - 09:28
          -3

          Facepalm! Some of you guys really amaze me, and not in a good way.

          @thedude, The PSU's I binned had ANTEC written on them pal. I don't give a frog's fat arse where Antec sourced the OEMs from, they branded them & sold them as a premium product at a premium price - AND THEY FAILED…PERIOD! You've had, what TWO in total…yeah, you're an expert alright…

        • Skinnerr on 25/11/2012 - 05:09

          Yeh well my dad has one and he sez they are the BEST! so THERE!!

          what are you 12?

        • CarbonTwelve on 26/11/2012 - 20:26

          "reed da interwebz!" could say the same for you atm… Antec HCG is one of the highest rated and most recommended PSUs atm…

        • StewBalls on 26/11/2012 - 21:57
          -1

          Umm, do you happen to know the person who said this:

          Generally I agree about Antec (I've had multiple ones fail before)

          Did you not assume they were of a quality appropriate to the price you paid at the time???

          Thrawn's comment was pretty much spot on:

          A lot of the Antecs are Seasonic platforms and are quite good. The rest is a bit of a hit and miss.

          One more time for the remedial class…do you think it's reasonable to have to second-guess a 'premium' branded product when appropriate alternatives are available at the same price???

        • CarbonTwelve on 26/11/2012 - 22:22

          What their products were like in the past (ie, when using a different manufacturer) doesn't bear much relevance on the quality of their current products.

          As above, the HCG series is made by Seasonic and considered very good quality. That's all that matters, and as such there's no reason to avoid them because of past issues with Antec.

        • StewBalls on 26/11/2012 - 22:26

          What their products were like in the past (ie, when using a different manufacturer) doesn't bear much relevance on the quality of their current products.

          Two words - Quality Assurance!

          I don't mind a lucky dip at the budget end of the price spectrum…not up the top though; I want consistency if I'm paying top dollar, Russian Roulette is a game for cheapskates! :)

        • StewBalls on 01/12/2012 - 11:16
          -1

          @thedude, I'm not trying to disprove anything…you're actually doing that all by yourself.

          Now, as I said, you've only had two Antec PSU's, the rest of us have had experience with dozens. You simply do not have the requisite experience to comment here. You're out of your depth mate, intellectually and experientially! ;)

          Sorry, I didn't realise you have a fly-in fly-out, 5 on 1 off job on an oil rig…the rest of us seem to have the luxury of only working 5 or so days per week with a simple commute. Thank you for taking your one day off to reply!

          Anyway, rather than degenerate into childish name calling like you, I've reported your PA…have a nice weekend.

          StewBalls on 01/12/2012 - 11:16 (Collapsed - Offtopic. Show)
  • Dack Smith on 19/11/2012 - 13:00

    Op I think instead of the Honli, maybe update the prices to include an Antec 650W power supply ?

    Also what motherboard is included ?

    • Store Repmrpcgeek @ MR PC GEEK on 19/11/2012 - 13:34

      You can change the PSU to a 500W Thermaltake OEM for an addtional $39. We are limited on stock with this PSU.

      650W Antec Strictly VP-650P is an additional $79.

      We are currently using Gigabyte B75M-D3V but this may vary with stock levels.

  • killergreely on 19/11/2012 - 13:15
    +2

    Closed 8/12/12 - 7/1/13 ??

    An entire month of no support. So if your new PC dies over xmas, tough. (assuming you get it by Dec 8)

    • bargainhunter on 19/11/2012 - 14:49
      +1

      Can't the bloke have Christmas off, Grinch +2 ;)

      • ProspectiveDarkness on 19/11/2012 - 16:06
        +2

        Christmas is one day… they're closed for the whole month.

        • StewBalls on 19/11/2012 - 17:07
          +1

          Don't you get more than one day off over Xmas???

          If not, you might wanna talk to your union! :p

        • ProspectiveDarkness on 19/11/2012 - 17:16
          +1

          Just nitpicking ;-)

        • StewBalls on 19/11/2012 - 17:38

          Our office shuts down for the better part of a month most years, perhaps I'm just spoilt! ;)

    • StewBalls on 19/11/2012 - 16:02
      -1

      An entire month of no support. So if your new PC dies over xmas, tough.

      First World Problems…

      • ProspectiveDarkness on 19/11/2012 - 16:09

        I kinda doubt you'd be saying that if it happened to you.
        Some people might actually need their PC's for work.

        • StewBalls on 19/11/2012 - 16:19
          -1

          I have contingency plans for critical applications…you should too! I think we've all had systems fail over the years. Calling the waaahmbulance because you can't play your games is petty at best!

          If you really NEED a PC for work, you'd be a fool not to have a spare machine & data backups! ;)

        • ProspectiveDarkness on 19/11/2012 - 16:36
          +1

          shrug, their extensive closing time would only serve to exacerbate the inconvenience; backups or no. Couple that with the time it takes to ship your failed system (/parts), the time taken to fix it, and then the time taken to ship it back… it's quite a long time.

          Calling it a first world problem is a little bit excessive; there are pettier concerns out there.

        • CarbonTwelve on 19/11/2012 - 16:36
          +2

          StewBalls, are you honestly suggesting that if you spent $500-800 for a gaming system you wouldn't be annoyed at having to wait a month before they even look at it?

        • StewBalls on 19/11/2012 - 17:06

          Yeah true, fair enough I'd be slightly miffed…but let's face facts here, it's hardly catastrophic. It's not gonna come as any surprise either, now is it? Forewarned is forearmed, if you don't like this stipulation, don't buy from these guys, period!

          Calling this a work computer would also be somewhat excessive, would you both not agree? Hence, yes this sure is a FWP! ;)

  • lostn on 19/11/2012 - 13:17
    +1

    Sounds like a decent deal. But if you're going for specs this high, may as well take a tiny step further. Get the k model CPUs for a little bit more, and the GTX 660 Ti instead of 660.

    As others have said, cheapo case + PSU. Cheap PSU won't hold up, and could fry the rest of your expensive equipment.

    I like that they do A+ cable management though.

    A non gaming build from them might be really worth it. PSU wouldn't matter as much.

    • CarbonTwelve on 19/11/2012 - 13:20

      K model makes no difference without overclocking (not something I'd be recommending with a cheap PSU and stock HSF).

      • lostn on 19/11/2012 - 13:43
        +1

        Which is why I'm saying spend a bit more. Get non crappy parts. And Overclock it.

        But then again it might be $1000+. I'd rather do that still than spend $800. Either go budget if you don't game, or go all the way. This is a half step and I don't like the middle ground.

        • CarbonTwelve on 19/11/2012 - 14:23

          If someone is prepared & capable of overclocking they're capable of and most likely would prefer to configure their own system choosing each part. Systems like this are designed for people who just want a computer built for them that they can use for gaming. IMO if the PSU was a reliable one then there wouldn't be any need to change anything else in these systems.

        • lostn on 19/11/2012 - 14:28

          If someone is prepared & capable of overclocking they're capable of and most likely would prefer to configure their own system choosing each part.

          Not if their prices are better than they can be bought individually. If these are just standard prices but lower range selection of parts, it's not really a bargain… just a composition of cheaper parts.

          Here we expect to see bargains.

    • mrfluffy on 19/11/2012 - 13:34

      A+ cable management sounds a bit wanky to me. : )

      • Ace on 19/11/2012 - 22:29
        +2

        I guess you've never opened a computer case up..

  • mrfluffy on 19/11/2012 - 13:23
    -1

    Whats the big deal about the power supply? Sure its a cheapie, but they are giving you a 2 year parts and labour warranty. I'm sure they can fit a flash one if you want to pay extra or you could fit your own.

    • lostn on 19/11/2012 - 13:48
      +1

      Don't really want to deal with RMA. Who knows how dodgy or reluctant they might be when you take it back to them.. or how easy it will be to do that when you buy it online. What if they claim it was your fault for 'misusing' it?

      And the possibility of being without your PC for an extended period of time, how long they will take, and so on. I'd rather spend a bit more for peace of mind and not deal with warranty.

      As a rule of thumb, about 10% of the total cost of the system should go to the PSU alone. I'm guessing this is a cheapo $60 case + PSU combo which means the PSU is worth even less than that. Not a safe investment.

      Add that to the fact that they aren't giving you any brand names or part/model number on their parts, and there might really be something to hide here.

      You can add a 120GB SSD for $99, but they don't tell you which SSD it is. Some you can get for cheaper than that and it might be a cheaper one that they're charging you $99 for. And what brand is the RAM, M/B, PSU, HDD etc?

      Also, they only dispatch orders on Monday morning so you're going to have to wait a whole week before they send it out.

    • ProspectiveDarkness on 19/11/2012 - 16:20
      +1

      The 'big deal' about the power supply is that it is entirely unsuitable for gaming builds. If the PC is for your grandmother, who has no idea what 'graphics card' means, then fine, by all means buy the shitty PSU. But for a gaming build? No.

      Gaming builds are generally built for higher level usage and longevity. If you were to buy this PSU (discounting the possibility of a fault), and you eventually wanted a more powerful GPU, like a 7950, a couple more HDD's and various other parts, then it would be impossible. I had one of these shitty PSU's, and it couldn't even run two FHD monitors with simple usage on an Asus 5770 before crapping out.

      If you were to buy this PSU, you would eventually have to buy a new one if you wanted to expand (which is inevitable), and that's not even considering a chance of failure. Buying a replacement PSU would just be more money needlessly down the drain. In any case, the power supply is the dead last thing you want to go wrong in your computer. Why risk having to RMA your PSU and wasting time, money and effort, when you can just buy a quality one to begin with?

      The the biggest deal of all, is that these retailers shortcut with these PSU's solely to attract customers and make money. There is no disclaimer of any sort. If I were to ever buy a pre-built desktop, I would want to be damn sure that I was getting the quality parts associated with a 'gaming PC', or at least informed if I wasn't.

      • CarbonTwelve on 19/11/2012 - 16:41
        +1

        Not just that but no-name PSUs have a tendency to 'blow up' and take out other components when they do. If this was just a cheap office PC that's not likely to use a lot of power and has cheaper components to replace if needed then it wouldn't be that big of a deal, but for a gaming system that'll use a fair bit of power under load and has a (relatively) expensive CPU and GPU then I wouldn't want to risk them. Yes, 2 years warranty is good, but many people will be hoping the system lasts longer than that.

        • ProspectiveDarkness on 19/11/2012 - 16:43
          +1

          Heh, Shaw is no longer a 'no-name' brand, but for all the wrong reasons.

        • lostn on 20/11/2012 - 02:35

          LOL.

  • Rizky on 19/11/2012 - 13:57

    How much more to upgrade the graphics to a 7870 for the i5 package?

  • PinzVidz on 19/11/2012 - 14:53

    Good to see you guys aren't including that bloody awful Winblows 8 with these packages. :)

    • bex000 on 19/11/2012 - 16:31
      -1

      I'm finding windows 8 better than 7. IE is super fast, takes a little getting used to the new interface but I feel its going in the right direction though win 8 apps for tabs and mobiles are generally not high enough standard for PC.

      • SuBw00FeR on 19/11/2012 - 18:11
        +7

        lol IE.

        • Ace on 19/11/2012 - 22:05
          +1

          That's where I stopped reading.

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