I recommend going in for an assembled PC over any of the brands as they are far more customizable with options available which are not only cheaper but also more powerful with better opportunities to make use of warranties etc. Going in for assembled PCs is surely the way to go.
Low End PC
A basic value for money PC meant for running basic applications and software like Microsoft Vista, Microsoft Word, Adobe Page Reader and the lot. These PCs are meant for regular folks and definitely not meant for gamers or enthusiasts. They usually need to be upgraded within 2 years and perform basic applications in a decent manner.
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E2160
Motherboard: Motherboard with onboard video
RAM: 2 X 512MB DDR2 667
Hard Disk Drive: 160GB SATA II
Power Supply: Generic Brand with 400 – 500 watts power supply
Mid Range PC
A medium priced PC which is a lot more powerful than the a low end PC and also allows better gaming and professional applications. Basically again it is meant for general users who can afford more than just the lowest and therefore ask for better equipment. These machines are just better equipped and a little faster and somewhat more upgradable for future applications.
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E7200
Motherboard: XFX 650i ultra
RAM: 2 X 1GB DDR2 667
Hard Disk Drive: 250GB SATA II
Power Supply: Antec or Coolermaster 400-460 watts power supply
Graphic Card: Geforce 8600GT or Geforce 7600GT
High End PC
This kind of PC is meant for enthusiasts who generally have a big bundle to spend and can easily afford the greatest hardware that is available in the market. These PCs handle gaming well too and also handle professional software with ease. These systems are really good to handle anything which otherwise becomes rather taxing.
Processor: Intel Quad Core E6700
Motherboard: Asus P5N E SLI Deluxe
RAM: 2 X 2GB DDR2 800
Hard Disk Drive: 2 X 320GB SATA II
Power Supply: Corsair 620 watts
Graphic Card: ATI Radeon 3870 or Nvidia Geforce 9600GT or Geforce 8800GT
The PC which you need totally depends upon your requirements and more importantly on how much you are willing to spend. High end PCs are often bought by those who are not hard core gamers but who want the option to have a casual game or two and generally like to have the hardware which can be showed off or which makes them feel good. They usually have that kind of money to spend. Similarly the mid range systems aren’t much behind for most purposes, although they are a bit slower in things which are intensive, however for internet usage and the like they are good performers. However having them is not a status symbol for sure. The low end PCs are usually bought where PCs need to be bought in bulk or if somebody is on a real tight budget and performance hardly matters to someone!
