Once while buying parts, the salesperson started discussing RAM needs for coding and suggested 32GB. I was holding 64GB, mentioning future-proofing, and he realized I was building a gaming PC. He then recommended a high refresh rate monitor.
@Wade
Sometimes, salespeople mix genuine help with sales pitches, pushing for pricier options you might not need. I prefer buying online to avoid unnecessary upselling.
Joss said:
@Wade
Sometimes, salespeople mix genuine help with sales pitches, pushing for pricier options you might not need. I prefer buying online to avoid unnecessary upselling.
As a former Best Buy employee, I can say we were mostly trying to be helpful, despite a few overly confident colleagues.
@Wade
Honestly, 64GB of RAM might be overkill for just gaming unless you’re planning on heavy multitasking or future tech developments.
Cleo said:
@Wade
Honestly, 64GB of RAM might be overkill for just gaming unless you’re planning on heavy multitasking or future tech developments.
Consider games like Star Citizen that are extremely demanding.
@Phoenix
You might even need 128GB for games like that!
The gaming laptop selection at Best Buy is often limited, pushing most high-end models to be online orders only. Unlike the old days where stores had vast displays, now, places like Micro Center feel more like what Best Buy used to be.
@Val
Absolutely, Micro Center has that old-school electronic store feel that Best Buy has lost. I’ve switched to Micro Center for all my tech purchases.
Fraser said:
@Val
Absolutely, Micro Center has that old-school electronic store feel that Best Buy has lost. I’ve switched to Micro Center for all my tech purchases.
It’s unfortunate that Micro Center isn’t more widespread. It offers a better experience but isn’t as accessible as Best Buy.
Fraser said:
@Val
Absolutely, Micro Center has that old-school electronic store feel that Best Buy has lost. I’ve switched to Micro Center for all my tech purchases.
Does anyone know if Fry’s Electronics is still around?
Last year, my dad replaced my broken laptop charger with a laptop that wasn’t worth the cost. He thought it had a newer AMD CPU, but it was an older model. It’s been sluggish ever since.
Rain said:
Last year, my dad replaced my broken laptop charger with a laptop that wasn’t worth the cost. He thought it had a newer AMD CPU, but it was an older model. It’s been sluggish ever since.
Was returning it not an option?
@Linden
I’d feel bad returning a gift from my dad.
Hayes said:
@Linden
I’d feel bad returning a gift from my dad.
Perhaps you could have worked with him to find a better suited laptop?
Hayes said:
@Linden
I’d feel bad returning a gift from my dad.
Perhaps you could have worked with him to find a better suited laptop?
Exactly, it’s better to communicate and get something that meets your needs.
@Linden
It’s complicated with my dad’s personal issues; he wouldn’t handle the return well.
I was at a Best Buy in New Jersey looking for a powerful laptop for gaming and graphic design. I considered an Alienware or Lenovo Legion, but the salesperson kept trying to sell me a Mac or a Microsoft Surface.
@Case
Here’s some advice: steer clear of Alienware, pushy salespeople, and maybe even New Jersey.