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Keith D.

Keith D.

Joined on 12/05/08

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Most Favorable Review

Good PC - Can be better with a little modification

DELL Desktop Computer Inspiron 5675 i5675-A128BLU-PUS AMD Ryzen 7 1700X 8GB DDR4 1TB HDD AMD Radeon RX 570 Windows 10 Home 64-Bit
DELL Desktop Computer Inspiron 5675 i5675-A128BLU-PUS AMD Ryzen 7 1700X 8GB DDR4 1TB HDD AMD Radeon RX 570 Windows 10 Home 64-Bit

Pros: So the verdict isn't completely in, but for the money, I couldn't build this PC with the specs it has at this time, and it runs pretty dang good. I even had a case and power supply ready for my build, and was piecing it together a little at a time, but this was basically going to be my build anyway and was cheaper than the reaming parts I had left to buy. The PC is extremely quiet, runs well for about everything I do, but with that said, I instantly added a 500 GB SSD and its like night and day now. I highly recommend adding an SSD, as it is money well spent and greatly improves the PC. It is insanely fast now and I have not been able to lag it down yet. At some point down the road I might replace the 8GB basic Samsung RAM with 16GB of decent RAM, but I have yet to use all 8GB even when gaming. There are only 2 internal fans, but they are working to keep it cool for now. Just from looking, it does look like another 92mm fan could be added to the front of the case, but I don't OC so no need at this point. Dell bloatware doesn't seem as bad as it used to be years ago so I am leaving it for now, and it does include a basic LED control to shut off the blue leds inside if that's your thing. I did have some strange checkerboard artifacts initially at random and the PC would freeze for a second, but after going to AMD and getting the latest recommended driver for the RX 570, I have not had the issue since. I am however a little frustrated at Newegg for offering the PC at a lower price than I paid and also including with a $300 VR headset just 2 days after receiving mine. I feel like I basically lost out on about $300 worth of savings, which I did not qualify for because I missed it by a few days. RMA restocking is 15% plus the headache so meh. I'm not going to knock the product over the seller, but I am docking a star for the driver issue.

Cons: Dell typical 460W power Supply - Could be better but it works Basic Samsung RAM Wait until a good deal comes along before you purchase -

Not bad for price

Sennheiser HD201 Over-Ear Headphones
Sennheiser HD201 Over-Ear Headphones

Pros: Decent sound quality. Comfy Long cord

Cons: Low signal noise ratio. iPod at full volume will not deafen you. This could be a positive but don't expect noise shattering volume.

Overall Review: These have pretty good overall sound quality. Don't expect them to compare to higher end models, but for $15, they are a good buy. They get a bit louder when hooked to a reciever, but iPod can be maxed out.

11/15/2011

Perfect!

Antec Three Hundred Illusion Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case
Antec Three Hundred Illusion Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

Pros: Fits in my cabinet! Great airflow and keeps my hot running cpu under control. Good layout inside, but the cable management could be better, but still manageable. The front panel swings open to reveal the 2 fan cages that are hinged and held shut by thumbscrews. Very easy access to get to and put hdd's in from front if needed. All fans have variable speeds, and run pretty quiet on low- medium. Top fan had a clicking noise in the beginning due to A overtightened screw securing it to case, which took about a quarter turn to fix. My old 4850 fit easily and I have no doubt just about most newer cards will fit easily. I love this case.

Cons: none for me

Overall Review: Price is great for solid built case. Ive had great luck with antec cases and this one proves no different. Great case for budget build.

just thermal paste

Arctic Silver 5 High-Density Polysynthetic Silver Thermal Compound AS5-3.5G
Arctic Silver 5 High-Density Polysynthetic Silver Thermal Compound AS5-3.5G

Pros: Does what its designed for. Easy application. Keeps temps good if applied correctly.

Cons: Free shipping! I know its free, but DHL is terrible. They started at a terminal 45 minutes away from my house, and drove it across 3 states to drop it in a mailbox, so it would come usps anyhow. Got it in about a week. Somewhat amusing though to track. Cant knock newegg for a company's failed system however. Its free to me. 2nd time ive seen this done. Logic gone wrong, and money wasted on fuel for an item that is only a few ounces.

Great basic phone

Motorola V190 Unlocked Cell Phone with no Manufacturer warranty Black 10 MB
Motorola V190 Unlocked Cell Phone with no Manufacturer warranty Black 10 MB

Pros: Great Reception 1st and foremost easy to use basic phone Good size and textured to hold

Cons: Dated display and lack of wallpapers

Overall Review: After returning my wifes lg vue and trying our 2nd one with almost no reception in our home, I decided to pick this moto up after having one years ago with much success. As I figured, almost perfect reception in our home and no more dropped calls. If a good basic phone that works without ANY bells and whistles is what you need, I recommend this phone. The one I received was branded cingular and looks new and worked like a charm of course with at&t. Very happy I can hear my wife now when I call home. Thanks newegg.

Did the trick

ARCTIC COOLING Freezer 64 Pro 92mm Ceramic CPU Cooler
ARCTIC COOLING Freezer 64 Pro 92mm Ceramic CPU Cooler

Pros: After monitoring my temps for about a month since the build, I decided 40-65 was too much w/o oc'ing. Replaced the paperweight amd stock unit with this in just a few minutes and I'm happy now. I left the pre-applied thermal paste on this and its working great and seems to be getting better since the first day. Temps at idle went from 40 to 35 and full load temps went from 65 to 45. I can live with that, especially considering the cost of this unit and ease of install. It also fit my antec sonata case with ease. Arrived in one day also. Thanks egg!! You rock( as usual)!

Cons: I was completely unable to chop carrots with this unit. Fins just couldn't take the stress of it.

Overall Review: Antec Sonata III case ASUS M3A78-EM mobo No space issues.