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Local(773) 292-1700

2645 N Elston Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

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Micro Center
Local(773) 292-1700

2645 N Elston Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

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User Reviews of Micro Center

Yelp.com Review - by Aaron K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Everything you need to make your nerd stuff work and then some. Great place to shop. Staff always knows their stuff and if you can't find it there they can give you 2 or 3 options - also since they…
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt C.

2.0 of 5 stars. Outrageously expensive cables. I used to like Micro Center. Still a good place to find some cheap deals, but do NOT shop for cheap cables here, go to Monoprice.
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Brian C.

2.0 of 5 stars. My experience with Micro Center is a little hit and miss. They do have a large selection but it seems that many items have been picked through, boxes opened and parts missing. The store seems to be…
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by mary e.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ok, I'm that person that's always begging friends and family to come help me when I'm having problems with my 'puter. I'm not that bad. I know the basics. I use Linux (LOVE IT!). But I'm no IT…
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jamie J.

5.0 of 5 stars. I really like Micro Center. While I love the convenience of online shopping, the instant gratification of a trip here has its place. Their layout makes pretty good sense - as an IT guy I like that…
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Good prices, sort of helpful staff (if you have a clue what you are asking about you should be ok). Basically the best place to buy parts for your computer in the city. They sell video games and all…
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Cheap place, good for parts, cables are better found online (monoprice.com etc). Usually have best deals on CD/DVD/media except online sales. Don't get serviced here. Technically you shouldn't pay for…
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by loren w.

1.0 of 5 stars. Do not take your MAC to get repaired here. They had my computer for 3 months and there are still issues with it. They never answer their Computer repair phone. The only way I could talk to somone was…
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Dan R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Big fan of this place. Bought my laptop here 4 years ago really cheap and it still works OK - it is an Averatec. This place has a lot of great deals on PC parts, cables, etc. Best Buy and Circuit city…
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Julie H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I never would have known about Micro Center, but my IT guy gave it a great recommendation (I would have otherwise purchased a new computer from Best Buy). You'll find Micro Center along the armpit of…
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rob L.

3.0 of 5 stars. I came here looking to see if I can find a discount on getting an AC adapter for my laptop. Sadly I stopped by Best Buy first and was a little amazed at the amount I was spending. After getting a…
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Dan E.

2.0 of 5 stars. Prices are competitive, selection is good. However, I am always annoyed at checkout. Why do they ask my name and address even if I pay cash? Why do they have in their computer every address I ever was…
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Anthony S.

1.0 of 5 stars. Take your business somewhere else. The place is full of sleazy used-car salesmen types who don't know anything about their products. If you have a problem start praying, the only way they will…
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Melinda M.

2.0 of 5 stars. I found what I needed here, but the service people were extremely rude. I had to call to ask about something after the purchase and I got hung up on twice and then treated very poorly. I say go…
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by stuart g.

1.0 of 5 stars. Don't shop here. Micro Center does not appreciate your business. My hardly used LaCie hard drive that I purchased at Micro Center a few months ago died last night, leaving 2 years worth of data at…
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Phillie P.

3.0 of 5 stars. I get blank media here. It's a store with alot of computer stuff. Who can really complain getting 50 blank DVD's for $10. Not I. Oh yeah, Bathroom is in the back. Easy to get too. No hassle.
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by ABC D.

5.0 of 5 stars. Micro Center is Great! The prices are clearly marked up higher than Best Buy or Circuit City (especially for audio cables, and other non-PC pieces), but if you are looking for something PC specific,…
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by David R.

4.0 of 5 stars. Good prize and easy to find all computer stuff you want! even Mac, PC and more ! You can find bargain accessories here/Try it guys :)
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by James B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Microcenter is the best computer store that I'm aware of. Big selection and good prices. Certainly better than Office Depot, etc. I ran all over looking for mini DVDs and found the best deal at…
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Greg H.

1.0 of 5 stars. I was in the middle of a very urgent client project and my printer crashed. So I brought it to the store with me in the hope that the staff would help me avoid making any technical purchasing errors,…
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachel H.

3.0 of 5 stars. Microcrap, Micro-Hell, Microshit.... the name doesn't matter, the sheer hellishness of the experience of shopping here sure does. Sure they have a big selection, and some great sales, and are…
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by A H.

1.0 of 5 stars. I told myself that I would never review a store but I feel too strongly about this place that I couldn't resist. Why is it that every time I go this store, it smells like a freaking bar? It ALWAYS…
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by nikki c.

3.0 of 5 stars. I never knew how much of a stereotype i was until i walked in this place. I get aroused, my palms sweat and I feel light headed every time i find myself in the mac center in the back of the store here.…
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Alice J.

4.0 of 5 stars. I went into the store the other day Dreading it because it's hit or miss on getting some help. There are times I've felt like the sales rep knows I don't know anything about computers and he's just…
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jason L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Micro Center is probably your best bet for PC components in Chicago proper. However, Fry's out in the Oak Brook area or any of the major online retailers like Newegg or Buy.com totally whoop its ass…
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sharlene K.

3.0 of 5 stars. I only come here when I'm too impatient to order online. It's kind of a one-stop shop for all things electronic so it's great in an emergency. I agree with Jay in that if you walk in here, be prepared…
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jason J.

3.0 of 5 stars. its one of those places you find yourself in from time to time only because its there. I know it sounds weird, but think about it. There are stores that aren't great...in fact they suck, look a…
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Natalie R.

4.0 of 5 stars. I am not a computer geek, just a regular nerd, and I while I know enough to not get ripped off, I don't know enough to make a purchase without a little bit of support. Apropo of nothing, I'm glad I…
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by George B.

1.0 of 5 stars. An ok computer store. Not too great. I am a computer geek with many years of experience. This is one of the few places which had employees that tried to bullshit me. I almost cried because of…
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Steve R.

1.0 of 5 stars. Holy crap does this place suck. Sure there's lots of stuff there, but I didn't find the selection to be any better than the other big box stores. What really makes it suck is the staff. There are a…
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Renato P.

4.0 of 5 stars. Micro Center is bitchin , and I'm not even a real computer head. I feel guilty for not knowing more about computers just for shopping there. This looks like it's for real hardcore computer dudes. Kind…
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Christopher M.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is MUCH better than best buy or circuit city for computer stuff. They have pretty good prices, and some of the sales people are knowledgeable (from my experience). I buy computer stuff here…
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jay W.

3.0 of 5 stars. It seems some of you had bad experiences with the salesmen here. However, generally when I go to any computer store I don't want to talk to a salesman. If I'm making a big purchase I'll do plenty of…
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Nicole R.

4.0 of 5 stars. Micro Center is your typical brick and mortar computer store, so of course computers, parts, accessories, and software are generally going to be more expensive than online. What Micro Center is good…
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ms T.

1.0 of 5 stars. This place sucks and I hate it. "But Why?" you may ask.
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Stephen W.

3.0 of 5 stars. Nothing great about MicroCenter but it is much better than a Circuit City or Best Buy in terms of computer supplies. The only time I really go here is if I need something right away. (Like when I…
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrea R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Walked in Micro Center today for the first time...paradise for computer dorks! After a quick walk around I told my boyfriend I preferred Best Buy, but he explained that Micro Center is for people who…
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by mike l.

1.0 of 5 stars. the staff is angry & useless. the selection is non-existant & the prices are so outrageous. it'd be cheaper & less stressful to widdle a new monitor out of soap.
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kfree R.

5.0 of 5 stars. All things considered, I think it can come out cheaper by going to Microcenter. Ordering online there's more to deal with: shipping, waiting, returns, over the phone customer service etc. Personally I…
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sam P.

3.0 of 5 stars. True that about finding deals online as noted by earlier reviewers. About this location though, I do have to warn you about the long lines. They look up every customer in their database as they make a…
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristen B.

3.0 of 5 stars. Any of these types of places, Comp USA or Micro Center are obviously going to be more expensive than what you can find online, but if you don't wait to wait for something to be shipped to you, the…
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by C. Benjamin W.

4.0 of 5 stars. I buy most of my computer needs online, but Micro Center has been great for picking up small stuff and emergency supplies. The sales help is not fantastic, but you can find a ton there if you know…
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Dan G.

3.0 of 5 stars. MicroCenter is full of idiot sales people who claim to be "computer experts" but really know barely more than the average consumer. If I know the exact part I'm looking for, I can usually find it in…
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Edward H.

3.0 of 5 stars. Maybe I'm just more critical of "computer stores" because I work in the field, but I don't think Micro Center is really that great. It is definitely not my first choice for computer components,…
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by James B.

2.0 of 5 stars. Never buy from here! Just go in browse, write down what you want then buy it on-line for 20% cheaper! I have no idea why people pay so much when they can get it much cheaper. This place and CompUSA…
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2006
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If your computer need repairs or upgrades (hardware or software), this is a great computer store to ...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/25/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Brad C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great computer parts selection, and good prices. Friendly staff who know what they are talking about, unlike Best Buy. They also have a huge selection of Apple stuff. Save yourself the trouble of…
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Joanna B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Everytime I have gone to Micro Center I have been helped by a knowlegeable person. I even went into there when my jump drive broke and they took the time to help me recover my files before they were…
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2006
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Micro center

Micro Center has a great selection for all your electronic needs. The service staff is very helpful ...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/08/2006
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Computer Store

My husband loves to shop at this store. He says that Micro center has the best deals in the area on ...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/02/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Robert S.

5.0 of 5 stars. The one thing i've always liked about microcenter is that they don't hire morons. Everyone that works there knows their department and the products that they sell inside and out. While the service…
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Liliana S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great place for your electronic needs. Prices are reasonable and you can find better bargains here than Best Buy.
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle W.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have always been impressed with Micro Center's customer service. You can call them and they will actually talk to you, understand what you are asking and even hold a product. Remember when stores…
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Robert L.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is a quality computer store. You can get some good deals here.Some of these items can't be found at Circut City or Office Max. You can get some grocery shopping done when your finished with this…
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle F.

4.0 of 5 stars. We love coming here to browse - they have a great selection of software, as well as hardware and everything you'd need for your computer. Prices are good, and their clearance selection is nice, too.
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by a w.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is a great place to get really great deals on computers and computer products. Some of their deals are unbelievable and a lot cheaper than Best Buy and such. Their customer service is a bit slow,…
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2005
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