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iBUYPOWER Gamer Hardcore KO-985
The iBUYPOWER Gamer Hardcore KO-985 is a hyped up version of the iBUYPOWER Gamer Extreme KO-969. Designed for high-end gaming the machine comes with an Intel Quad Core Q9400 2.66GHz processor that is optimized with a multithreaded architecture. The graphics card is the NVIDIA 9800GTX+ 512MB which is great for most modern graphics heavy games. The storage space is a heafty 1 TB made up of 2 x 500 GB hard drives. The iBUYPOWER Gamer Hardcore KO-985 comes with a decent physical memory of 4 GB DDR2 that is dual channel enabled. Like similiar products, the machine has a 12-in-1 card reader and an optical drive for reading and burning CDs or DVDs. The case itself is highly styled with a clear side and neon lighting to accent the inner workings of the computer.
MSRP $1,399.99
Release date January, 2008
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Features
- Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit
- Intel Quad Core Q9400 2.66GHz
- NVIDIA 9800GTX+ 512MB
- 1 TB (2 x 500GB) hard drive
- 12-in-1 card reader
- 4 GB DDR2 dual channel enabled memory
- BLU-Ray reader
- Liquid Cooling Unit
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iBUYPOWER Gamer Hardcore KO-985
• iBUYPOWER Gamer Hardcore KO-985 Desktop PC (Intel Quad Core Q9400 Processor, 4 GB RAM, 2x500 GB Hard Drives, Nvidia 9800GTX 512MB, Blu-Ray Drive, Vista Premium)
UPC: 811121011093
EAN: 0811121011093
Competitors
MSRP $1,199.99
Released September, 2008
The Gateway FX6710-01 is a lower model in Gateways FX series, which is the top line series of desktop PCs offered by Gateway. Powered by an Intel Core2 Quad Processor and 6144 MB of 800MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM, the FX6710-01 is capable of handling several intensive applications, creating multimedia or playing your favorite game....
iBUYPOWER Gamer Hardcore KO-985
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Gateway FX6710-01
MSRP $1,249.99
Released November, 2008
Pros
- highly configurable
- affordable prices compared to other manufacturers
- not as gaudy as competing products
Cons
- made by Gateway
- doesn't include as many quality accessories
iBUYPOWER Gamer Hardcore KO-985
vs.
Gateway FX6800
MSRP $1,699.99
Released May, 2008
Pros
- Great bang for the buck!
- case is not as flashy and lit up as other gaming computers
- Core i7 isn't much of an improvement compared to Core 2 equivalents found in the Predator - still super fast
Cons
- gaudy looking
- aging and now somewhat expensive compared to newer Core i7 gaming computers
iBUYPOWER Gamer Hardcore KO-985
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Acer Aspire Predator G7710
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Pros
- liquid cooling stock - quiet and effective
- comes with a Blu-ray drive
- powerful enough for the majority of consumers - even the majority of gamers to which it is targeted to
- built with stock from-store parts the PC features components which can be re-used in future builds
Cons
- liquid cooling - requires maintenance, breakdown is potentially dangerous for system components in the long run
- takes all the fun out of building your own
- gaudy case and lighting
- expensive for what you get
- built with stock from-store parts, users do not enjoy any manufacturer designed and constructed intricacies
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