The "comparative cost" includes the Windows 7 OEM OS and the default warranties offered by all the component manufacturers (which in many cases are more than the 1-year Origin warranty, but obviously you'd have to deal with multiple suppliers).
I don't know... I've got a GTX 580 and while you could get more potential GPU power for less money (e.g. 2x GTX 560 Ti), the joy of using a single GPU and not getting bogged down in SLI or CrossFire craziness is hard to beat -- this coming from someone who has used CrossFire setups from the 3870 through the 4870X2 and 5870 before switching to a single GTX 580. Everywhere else, the component selections are pretty reasonable, though obviously tailored more for high-end users (e.g. the PSU is more than sufficient for powering a second GTX 580 if you want to go SLI).
While it is true the PSU is more that sufficient for powering a second GTX 580 if you want to go SLI, the motherboard used in this build is not SLI capable...
It only matters if you actually use Blu-ray, though. I've got several systems with BRDs, and I've only used them a few times. Of course, I stream most of my content over the Internet these days (thanks Netflix), so I may not be the best target for Blu-ray in general.
Is there any connection or affiliation with EA's Origin? If not, they might want to change their name to avoid the negative association. And avoid people going on a witchhunt for rootkits on their builds.
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psouza4b - Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - link
Does that cost include Windows software licensing and/or warranty?JarredWalton - Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - link
The "comparative cost" includes the Windows 7 OEM OS and the default warranties offered by all the component manufacturers (which in many cases are more than the 1-year Origin warranty, but obviously you'd have to deal with multiple suppliers).ananduser - Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - link
Of course. The OC-ed CPU included, which is the most risk prone component in this build.Voldenuit - Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - link
Not the most cost-effective gaming build component-wise and with OEM markup.I imagine most AT readers will pass it over.
JarredWalton - Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - link
I don't know... I've got a GTX 580 and while you could get more potential GPU power for less money (e.g. 2x GTX 560 Ti), the joy of using a single GPU and not getting bogged down in SLI or CrossFire craziness is hard to beat -- this coming from someone who has used CrossFire setups from the 3870 through the 4870X2 and 5870 before switching to a single GTX 580. Everywhere else, the component selections are pretty reasonable, though obviously tailored more for high-end users (e.g. the PSU is more than sufficient for powering a second GTX 580 if you want to go SLI).Roland00Address - Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - link
Would Origin void the warranty if you add a second graphic card or more harddrive space?vanadiel - Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - link
While it is true the PSU is more that sufficient for powering a second GTX 580 if you want to go SLI, the motherboard used in this build is not SLI capable...vanadiel - Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - link
Nevermind that, I can't follow the red lines on pictures well today.Craig234 - Tuesday, November 29, 2011 - link
Wonder why the marketing info says 'SLI ready'.KoolAidMan1 - Wednesday, November 23, 2011 - link
To be fair, ATI is a driver nightmare compared to NVIDIA. ;)silverblue - Wednesday, November 23, 2011 - link
What are you drinking?Oh... never mind.
DanNeely - Wednesday, November 23, 2011 - link
Counting the needed OC testing, $100 isn't that much markup to pay for the assembly and install. You're looking at a few hours of work minimum.Buildin your own is always cheaper if you have the time; but unlike many OEM systems I have to call this one fairly priced.
rscoot - Wednesday, November 23, 2011 - link
I think that's my only minor quibble with the set up. Come on, Blu-Ray readers are like $50 now.JarredWalton - Wednesday, November 23, 2011 - link
It only matters if you actually use Blu-ray, though. I've got several systems with BRDs, and I've only used them a few times. Of course, I stream most of my content over the Internet these days (thanks Netflix), so I may not be the best target for Blu-ray in general.nitram_tpr - Thursday, November 24, 2011 - link
$1800 and no blu-ray drive?XiZeL - Thursday, November 24, 2011 - link
Onboard Realtek ALC892 HD Audio to play BF3, FAIL!Shining Arcanine - Thursday, November 24, 2011 - link
Am I the only one that thought about the SGI Origin systems when seeing this article's headline?Zoomer - Saturday, November 26, 2011 - link
Is there any connection or affiliation with EA's Origin? If not, they might want to change their name to avoid the negative association. And avoid people going on a witchhunt for rootkits on their builds.