Buying Pre-Built Computer (reccomendations)

[dibonabrandon]

I played wotlk on my older macbook, never the less didnt have a good experience and i am currently not playing at all because i dont have a capable computer, I like macs and was thinking about the 1500 dollar imac, im looking to spend 1000-1500. im open to pcs and was thinking about the base model alienware. i want to run wow smoothly in citys and 25 man raids. and not have to upgrade anything for cata. any suggestions are apreciated.

[nwo]

I don't think a base Alienware model will do what you want. I would highly recommend checking out the parts recommended in the sticky and then customizing your own rig at ibuypower or cyberpowerpc.com

[Eadarre]

Honestly, I would look at the Gateway FX series if you are looking for a gaming laptop. I have been using mine now for about 1 year and raid with almost maxed settings at 40+ fps. With Alienware, you are paying an extra $750 for the logo. Here are the specs:
Processor
Processor Intel Core 2 Duo P8400 / 2.26 GHz
Multi-Core Technology Dual-Core
64-bit Computing Yes
Data Bus Speed 1066 MHz
Chipset Type Intel PM45 Express
Cache Memory
Type L2 cache
Installed Size 3 MB
RAM
Installed Size 4 GB / 4 GB (max)
Technology DDR3 SDRAM - 1066 MHz
Form Factor SO DIMM 204-pin
Configuration Features 2 x 2 GB

Video
Graphics Processor / Vendor NVIDIA GeForce 9800M GTS
Video Memory 1 GB GDDR3 SDRAM

Display
Display Type 17" TFT
Max Resolution 1400 x 900 ( WXGA+ )
Widescreen Display Yes
Features Ultrabright

p.s. maybe you'll be as lucky as me and end up getting one that has a 1920x1200 display instead of the 1440,900