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Carder S.

Carder S.

Joined on 09/15/10

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Most Favorable Review

It works.

HP Laptop ProBook Intel Core i3-380M 2GB Memory 320GB HDD Intel HD Graphics 15.6" Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit 4520s (XT988UT#ABA)
HP Laptop ProBook Intel Core i3-380M 2GB Memory 320GB HDD Intel HD Graphics 15.6" Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit 4520s (XT988UT#ABA)

Pros: It's a good laptop for the price. It comes with some bloatware but that's not really unexpected or problematic. I just use it as a second computer so I can still do homework and internet stuff while my main computer is tied up with hours of 3ds max rendering. It handles all of that stuff perfectly.

Cons: There aren't really any cons that wouldn't be expected from a $550 laptop. It isn't the most powerful machine, if you want something with more power get a more expensive laptop. I hate the track pad, but I can't say much since I generally hate all laptop track pads and I can't really tell if it's harder to use than other track pads. I plug a real mouse into it and disable the track pad so I don't accidentally bump it while I'm typing.

Overall Review: The speakers are always going to be laptop speakers, but if you crank up the bass boost at 550 or 600hz in the speaker settings it sounds much much better. Bass boost gives no benefit at lower frequencies because the speakers don't even produce those frequencies. But, as I said, laptop speakers. $550 laptop speakers.

Most Critical Review

Doesn't fit in coolermaster case.

NZXT FN-200RB 200mm Case cooler
NZXT FN-200RB 200mm Case cooler

Pros: I wouldn't know.

Cons: See title.

I've had it for 8 years

ASUS VS Series VS247H-P 24" (Actual size 23.6") Full HD 1920 x 1080 60Hz HDMI VGA DVI-D SPLENDID Modes Widescreen LED Backlight LCD Monitor
ASUS VS Series VS247H-P 24" (Actual size 23.6") Full HD 1920 x 1080 60Hz HDMI VGA DVI-D SPLENDID Modes Widescreen LED Backlight LCD Monitor

Pros: I ordered one in 2011 and we've been through a lot together. Never had any issues with it.

Cons: The stand has had a slight lean to it for a few years so I stick a few pennies under one side to level it out.

Exactly what I needed

Devastator II  LED Gaming Keyboard and Mouse Combo Bundle with Green LED Edition by Cooler Master
Devastator II LED Gaming Keyboard and Mouse Combo Bundle with Green LED Edition by Cooler Master

Pros: Looks just like the picture. The keys on the keyboard aren't super bright. With the light off I can see where someone would have trouble knowing which keys are which letters, if they haven't used a keyboard much before. Goes great with the back and green case I bought with them. I'm still shocked how cheap this bundle was, and I will be even more shocked if they last a long time without any problems at this price. PS as soon as something does break I will update this review.

Cons: No cons. In my opinion a little light in each of the side buttons would be nice, but it's ok.

Overall Review: Get this bundle if you just want a decent keyboard and mouse with green lights in them. If you want to turn the keyboard light off, make sure you have at least a basic understanding of where the keys are.

Almost exactly what I expected.

Plantronics Rig 7.1 Surround Sound USB Gaming Headset + USB Amplifier
Plantronics Rig 7.1 Surround Sound USB Gaming Headset + USB Amplifier

Pros: Full range frequency response. I never buy any speakers or headphones unless they go all the way down to 20hz. I like my bass. Sound quality is great. The amp lets you listen to your phone and your computer at the same time and control the volume of each, or both, and switch the mic between the two easily. Mic mute button to act as a push-to-talk.

Cons: The slider to adjust the volume from the phone and computer move in opposite directions, which seems a bit counterintuitive.

Overall Review: I got these on sale for $30, apparently they are usually $90ish. I would be a lot more picky about things if I spent $90 on them but I didn't.

Neat.

Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus - CPU Cooler with 4 Direct Contact Heatpipes
Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus - CPU Cooler with 4 Direct Contact Heatpipes

Pros: My i5 760 is overclocked to 4Ghz. 21c @ idle and 70c at load with prime 95. Also used arctic silver 5 thermal gunk in a coolermaster HAF 922 case.

Cons: If you're replacing your CPU cooler with this one you will have to disconnect everything and take your motherboard out. Not a con, just an FYI.