I am finally upgrading my home workstation to a 64bit system! I've narrowed it down to a performance HP model. I know that building it myself would be more cost effective, but I don't really have the time or desire to do it myself.
I will primarily be running zBrush, Maya and Photoshop, but I'd also like decent gaming performance.
I'm wondering if you all have any recommendations on the configuration. There are a few specific areas where I'd like input:
-Which version of Windows 7? Home or Pro?
-Graphics card. I'd like to run a dual monitor setup at some point. Will I need 2 DVI outs for this?
-Will upgrades at Processor and RAM be worth the extra $$?
-I'm also ready to get a new monitor and ditch my trusty CRT. Are the included monitor options a good value (and OK for graphics work) or would buying it separately be the better option?
Here's the base model I'm looking at:
http://www.shopping.hp.com/webapp/shopping/computer_can_series.do?storeName=computer_store&category=desktops&a1=Category&v1=High+performance&series_name=HPE380t_series&jumpid=in_R329_prodexp/hhoslp/psg/desktops/High_performance/HPE380t_series
I'm looking at a budget of $1,000 - $1,500
I've been out of the loop as far as hardware is concerned for awhile now so any feedback/opinions are very welcome. Thanks.
-Joel
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