Going overseas to the UK soon should I build a gaming pc here in the US and ship it or build it in the UK?

best gaming computer july 2013 image

Noah

I am going over seas to for grad school and I still have about an year before I go. And I am wanting to finally build an Gaming computer My current budget for it is around $2,400 i was just wondering that If I keep the box that the Computer case comes in cant I just ship it overseas? I dont know how much the cost would be but my research shows that today (July, 2013) the Euro is worth more than the dollar and their is an considerable markup on prices in the UK. what should I do?

*there will be no water cooling in the system*
Estimated cost (including shipping of parts in the US) for the Desktop is $2,500
And I am going to London SO i have no idea the shipping to London would be

Answer
The main thing will be the power supply , the US 110v won't be any good in the UK where it's 240v.

Can I trust the cyberpowerpc bundle at Walmart?

Tyson

I've decided to buy(not make) a gaming computer for cheap so in my searches found the Walmart make your own cyberpowerpc. While I was looking previous to finding this I've seen a lot of bad reviews about 10% of the computers they've shipped so I was wondering if anyone out there did the Walmart bundle or know if its reliable to buy a cyberpowerpc

Answer
Tyson The big problem with ALL computers today is caused by one thing and one thing only Windows 8. I have 36yrs of computer experience, Building and installing Multiple types of computer operating systems, Microsoft and Mac are NOT the only computer operating systems in the world, There are a 100 others that are Free Faster. Superior and far more Advanced. You already know of one Android which has kicked Apple Mac out of the tree, Here is something else Dell and Hp also installs and support Linux Operating Systems out side of America,

Check out these two web links and see for yourself then y0u will understand what I am talking about
Zorin works like windows you can pick any windows desktop you want at the click of the mouse button Vista, Xp, W7 or the Mac OS/x desktop
http://zorin-os.com
Sparky Linux is like the Mac desktop. they do a Gaming system called Game Over with over 150 games, scroll to the bottom of the web page till you see Game over click on it and you can download it and install it on the system you have now
http://sparkylinux.org/download.

here are the latest July 2013 free operating system releases
http://distrowatch.com
for over 43,600 free professional Apps and 1,100 games check this weblink out.
http://sourceforge.net

Buy your cyberpowerpc without an operating system iinstalled on it
here is another place you can buy None windows PC from
http://systems76.com

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

How can I switch between a gaming monitor and an HD TV for my Xbox 360 and soon to be Xbox One?

gaming on monitor image

Nick

I currently have an Xbox 360 that is connected to an HD PVR through component cables. I would like to know if it's possible to also connect it to an HD monitor through HDMI and run that cable about 10 feet without losing response time and quality. I wanted to set up an HD gaming monitor right next to my computer monitor because these monitors are better for professional gaming because they have such fast response times and your eyes are able to see the entire monitor.

I like to play family games and sports games on the big screen but also like to play FPS games on a monitor. I just don't know if I am able to get an HDMI cable long enough to reach my monitor from where my Xbox is positioned. I don't want to move my Xbox back and forth and I am not able to unplug any cables due to the meer fact that they are hidden behind a furniture set that can't be taken apart. All answers are much appreciated, thanks for your time.

Answer
10 feet of HDMI is what i have and it works fine and you can buy them up to 30 feet. and you should just be able to plug into both and play using both screens, if you're not then i suggest cable splitting, just use your primary cable for the fps professional gaming and there still will be minimal lag time. You're family games will suffer a little but barely noticeable too and in reference to the pvr, im not sure how you can hook that up to the monitor as well as the tv at the same time but you might have to sacrifice and only record on one.

What are some good gaming monitors for FPS games?

Andrew

I need to get a gaming monitor between 200 and 450 dollars. Any suggestions?

Answer
The faster the refresh rate the monitor has, the better it will be for gaming. You'll want something with at least a 5ms refresh. The backlighting technology honestly doesn't matter; LED backlights will have deeper blacks and a wider color gamut, but CCFL backlights have an advantage in color accuracy without calibration and are much less expensive overall.

Also, HDTV sets with a 120Hz panel refresh rate work well for FPS games. 60 Hz sets also are usable, but will ghost more easily than 120Hz sets.

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

What is the highest quality, used laptop I can buy for $500?

best gaming computer on a budget 2013 image

Soliel

I am a junior in a college-based high school and I desperately need a new laptop. However, I don't know much about computers, and I need help in determining which one would be best for me. My budget is $500, but I don't want to purchase a new computer. I would rather spend some time on Craigslist, Amazon, or Ebay, and find a high-quality, used computer---even if it is an older model---for a great deal. Don't underestimate the great deals you can find, either. Sometimes you can find items for 40% or more under their company's selling price.

This isn't a necessity, of course, but I do appreciate style. Macbooks are beautiful, and there are models from 2008-2009 on sale within my budget, but I have heard too many bad things about them to risk purchasing one. One thing that I really love about them, however, is how they are made. I want a computer that isn't plastic or cheaply made. This is very important, because the computer I have now is completely plastic, and as a result, falling to pieces. Not to mention, it doesn't look very nice. The computer I am looking to buy right now I hope will last at least three years. Ideally, I want a computer that will work for three years as well as not be outdated in three years. I also want decent speakers and graphics. I'm not a gamer, but I love gaming computers. They have large storage, great visuals, and impressive sound capabilities. This is my ideal, but I understand if there isn't a computer within my budget that could reach that standard. Basically, I want a laptop that can provide the basics I need for school (just able to run the Microsoft programs, good for wi-fi, webcam), can provide extra entertainment features, and will last for a while.

If you can, please recommend what laptop you think I could possibly find within my budget that would be best suited for my wants and needs. Also, if you have a computer in mind that fits my specifications but isn't in my budget, list it anyway. I'm telling you, there are great deals out there.

Answer
Take a look at these rankings:
http://blog.laptopmag.com/best-worst-notebook-brands-2013/3

Lenovo, Asus, HP, and Samsung are the top 4 laptop brands. I wouldn't consider any other brands.

In my experience, two of the most dependable lines of machines are the Lenovo Thnkpads and the HP EliteBook. These are both business class machines. Business class machines are typically more solidly built than their consumer counterparts. The reason? A business would rather pay and extra $150 - $200 for a machine they KNOW won't break down and even if it does, the business class support is usually next business day repairs. The reason is that if a business laptop goes down on someone, they could easily be out a couple hundred dollars per day that it is down along with the possibility of losing business. Consumer machines are typically not being used for mission critical activities and if they are down for a week or so, no big deal. As far as I can tell, the Samsung Series 7 and Series 9 machines are also business class hardware.

Dell makes Alienware and they are not worth the money charged.

Acer makes Gateway. You'd have to pay me to use one of their machines.

Sony hardware has generally been good, but they are notorious for putting huge amounts of crapware/bloatware on machines and gathering information on their consumers without their knowledge or permission.

Toshiba has bottomed the rankings. Personally, I have used them and never had a problem, but that does not appear to be the case any more.

Is Windows 8 better than Windows 7? Can anyone tell me if it's worth getting an upgrade?

Jose Carra

I got an email from Microsoft telling me that I can upgrade before January 31,2013 to Windows 8 at a low price $40 and $80 on CD in stores.

Answer
Windows 8 is faster than Windows 7 and has other improvements and tweaks. My favorites are the enhanced task manager and the fact that if you perform multiple file copies/moves at the same time, the progress is tracked all in one window.

It's perfectly fine for gaming. I do a ton of gaming on a Windows 8 machine! Desktop mode is essentially Windows 7 (but without the Start Menu). That sounds like it might be limiting, but the Start Screen is really a fullscreen Start Menu. In fact, the same folder that controlled the Start Menu now control the Start Screen.

If you're a serious computer user who likes to play big-budget ("hardcore") games or get actual work done, you'll likely use Desktop mode and not the new, modern UI. That's just fine. I rarely use the new modern UI, but there's nothing wrong with that.

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

How can I make my laptop better for gaming?

best gaming computer parts 2013 image

Bd Cmp

Hello everyone,

I have a Toshiba Satellite 600 series and i'm looking to make it run fast enough to play games on it. I downloaded Surgeon Simulator 2013 but it was running rather slow, even with the quality all the way down. What can I do to make my laptop run faster and be better for gaming? Thanks for the help.

Answer
Hello!
Laptops were not built for gaming, but for general use. If you want good performance in gaming a high end laptop or a good desktop will be highly recommended.

The Toshiba Satellite 600 laptop is a budget laptop. It is not built for gaming and has low-end specs which leads to the slowness of your laptop.

Ways to make your laptop faster and great for gaming:

1. Empty out your Recycling Bin on your laptop
2. Go to Control Panel>System and Security>System>Advanced system settings>Performance>Settings>Visual Effects and click "Adjust for best performance"
3. Update your drivers and Windows
4. Close applications and stop processes that are running in the background using Windows Task Manager
5. Run a security scan on your computer and fix problems
6. Consider upgrading a few parts on your computer

Can you change the video card on a razer blade laptop?

Austin

I wanna get a good gaming computer and I feel its kind of pointless if I can't take it with me wherever I go so I'm looking into buying a razer-blade laptop. The thing is, I don't want to spend 2000$ on a laptop where the games I want to play three years from now require much better video cards and I know on most laptops it's impossible to change the video cards so I was just wondering if this fine piece of machinery happens to be one of those rare laptops where you can change the video card.

Answer
No, you cannot upgrade the video cards in laptops. Each laptop has a unique physical layout and each more powerful laptop has to have new/better/more efficient cooling techniques and these are constantly being changed/refined. The GPUs in gaming laptops are a particularly important cooling issue and even if you could find a replacement graphics card which physically fit the connection/space, its cooling needs would be nigh impossible for the old laptop configuration to cover adequately.

Just how portable do you need your gaming rig to be? I have seen people do things like taking a microATX or Slim computer and essentially mounting a screen on it so that when closed, the screen is against the case and protected but very portable for LAN parties and such. Attach a handle to one part of the case or a couple of heavy duty D-rings and a strap and you have your 10-15lb portable ... Certainly not the convenience of a laptop, but still quite portable ...

I know Razer's look all nice and pretty but ... the price tags may be out of whack with more accurately priced gaming rigs.
Consider what you see at these sites and compare specs against price:
http://shop.lenovo.com/us/en/landing_pages/ideapad/gaming-pcs
http://www.asus.com/us/Notebooks_Ultrabooks/Gaming_Products/
Take a look at these rankings:
http://blog.laptopmag.com/best-worst-notebook-brands-2013/3

Lenovo, Asus, HP, and Samsung are the top 4 laptop brands. I wouldn't consider any other brands.

Dell makes Alienware and they are not worth the money charged.
Acer makes Gateway. You'd have to pay me to use one of their machines.
Sony hardware has generally been good, but they are notorious for putting huge amounts of crapware/bloatware on machines and gathering information on their consumers without their knowledge or permission.
Toshiba has bottomed the rankings. Personally, I have used them and never had a problem, but that does not appear to be the case any more.

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

what is the best computer for running heavy games smoothly?

best gaming computer alienware image

Kaka Lala

well im looking for a desktop computer that has good graphics, can run really powerful games like World of Warcraft, DDO, Perfect World, Runes of Magic and other games at high graphics but still really smooth and lagless. and has lots of space for the games and other programs. but i dont want just a pure gaming computer like alienware i want it to be able to do tasks other computers can do too.

well the best i have found right now is a imac, any suggestions?

Answer
get a core 2 duo,2gb ram,radeon 4870,4850 or 5750 and windows 7(beleive it or not,games work smoother).u may get all these for under 40k.imacs are bullshit with hardly any library for games and are super slow and damn high costs...my sister has one.alienware 2 are bullshit overpriced cpus.

What are some good gaming computers that can handle pretty much any game?

Angel Piza

I want to get a gaming computer that can handle lots of games, have plenty of memory space and is super fast when just internet browsing or playing a fast paced fps. I know alienware makes some pretty sick computers but i wouldn't know which one to get, im not really a tech guy. I play games like star wars the old republic and combat arms and they got some serious lag on them and i hate it. What are some good gaming computer models that can handle these games?

Answer
Let me help you pick a computer! Alienware does have nice computers, no doubt. Although, their computers are famous for being overpriced for what you get. Let me give you some pointers when you are looking for your computer! I will also suggest a few computers for you to look in to.

First rule: Windows 7 is a must. Macs and older versions of windows are simply obsolete for gaming. I will give a Mac OS credit in certain aspects over Windows OS, although gaming is simply not Macs strong point.

Second: Processor / Video Card/ RAM - The 3 most important things when picking a computer.
You will want to make sure your PROCESSOR is a 64 bit capable processor with at least 4 cores (Quad core). If you want to take it to the next level, look into 6-8 core processors (if price is not a concern..)
For a video card, I would highly suggest a GeForce (Nvidia) and one of the newer models. I use the Nvidia 550 gtx ti. It's a great card, last I checked the nvidia series with geforce goes at high as the 590gtx. So at least make sure your video card is an Nvidia GTX 500 series.
RAM (Random Access Memory) - The reason a 64 bit processor is so important, is RAM. 64 bit processors allow you to use a great deal of random access memory which will significantly increase computer speed while web browsing and multitasking. It also plays a fairly large roll in the gaming world second to video cards. I would suggest no less than 8 Gigabytes of RAM.

Third: System cooling - this is usually more of a concern if you build your own PC. Lots of people get the best hardware imaginable and don't understand just how much heat that puts out. Although, if you order a computer from a professional website or company, they understand the importance of cooling.

Fourth - Power supply! One of the most overlooked parts of a computer is the power supply. Think about it like this: If you're using the best parts, they demand lots of power (especially more-so than medium and low quality parts). Since I don't know exactly what parts you will use it would be difficult to recommend the perfect power supply. But for a gaming computer, make sure your power supply has at least 750 Watts, preferably more if you are buying a high end machine.

Good machines to look into with a higher budget:
IBuyPower LVL 10: http://www.ibuypower.com/info/Level10.aspx Just a strong overall computer that will undoubtedly take you through any game. Very expensive though. The cheaper models will run you about $2,000 not including shipping costs.

Black Pearl by CyberPower. http://www.cyberpowerpc.com/system/CyberPower_Black_Pearl/
Will run you ~$1,150

If you want cheaper option, Alienware does offer a fair deal on a nice computer that will run SWToR and Combat Arms with no problems, here is a link to their x51.
http://www.dell.com/us/p/alienware-x51/pd - This will probably run you around $800 if you make any upgrades or get a monitor. It could cost as low as ~$725 with shipping otherwise.

Last off, if you want to build your own (perhaps if you have a friend or a local business that will hook it all up for a price) look into Tigerdirect.com or Newegg.com for parts.

Hopefully this helps!

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

What are some good websites for dealing with anxiety?

gaming monitor nz image

Jenn Undea

i have really bad anxiety and i was wondering if anyone knew about any websites that explain how to deal with anxeity?

Answer
Limit "worrying time" to 30 - 45 mns, daily, possibly when you get home, or after your evening meal, but not too close to bedtime) after which, resolve firmly to refuse to worry again on that day: realise and accept that to do otherwise would be counterproductive to your mental health, and enjoyment of life. You will have had your "worry time" for the day, and can just write down any more thoughts that come to mind, and say to yourself: "Well, I'll just have to worry about that tomorrow, won't I?". It's important to regularly monitor, and deal with a negative internal monologue (self talk), or mental process, such as disturbing thoughts, images, impulses, or emotions, by the process of (a): recognising it, and (b): challenging it immediately. Technique For Re-Programming Negative Thoughts: When you notice something negative, such as: "I can't do this/ am never going to get over this!" or: "Why am I always so pathetic/useless/such a loser?" or even an image, emotion, or a memory; recognise that it is being generated from the negative part of your mind. Having identified and labelled it, visualise a large, red, flashing, "STOP!" sign, and/or possibly a stern faced person wagging an index finger at you in a negative manner, then say to yourself as forcefully as you can, even aloud in a big voice, if alone: "I know this tactic: GO AWAY FOR A WHILE !!!" You may want to use either: "ruse", "ploy", "game", or "trick". In the case of an image, visualise a large "STOP" sign, or your preferred version.


Some people go so far as to keep a wide rubber band in their pocket, then put it around their wrist, when they catch themselves backsliding, stretch and release it, as a method of reprogramming their mind sooner, but I don't regard it as being strictly necessary. Remember to remove it, afterwards, if you use this method. Try replacing a negative thought with a positive affirmation of your choice, like: "I am a unique individual, with my own set of skills, and good points", or "I may not be perfect, but I'm doing the best I can, right now". Practice one of the relaxation methods in sections 11, 2, 2c, or 2i, daily, and when needed*. Tai Chi, or yoga suits others better. Give the EFT a good tryout, to see if it helps you. There is a version for use in public places, (you can claim to have a headache, as you massage/lightly tap your temples, but you would then be restricted to subvocalising: saying it to yourself in your mind). Section 53, *at http://www.ezy-build.net.nz/~shaneris refers: "Even though I sometimes suffer from anxiety, I deeply and completely accept myself." Or Google: "neurofeedback; therapists" Herbal remedies, such as chamomile, passionflower, or St. John's wort, are often effective, but the idea is (as with anxiolytic medication) to use them like water wings, or training wheels on a bicycle, providing initial support, and giving time for other treatments, such as therapy, and relaxation techniques, to take effect. See: NATURAL PRODUCTS; page E, section 2, ezy build; first 2.

What do you take for your anxiety disorder?

blaque

I'm looking for anyone who suffers from anxiety disorder...have you taken meds for it? If so, what med and what was your experience with it (side effects too please)?

Thank you so much.

Answer
Instead of anxiety, or worry, downgrade them to "concerns". See section 6, at ezy build, below. "Worry is like a rocking chair - it gives you something to do, but won't get you anywhere." - Set yourself a specific time period for worrying about anything, (say; around three quarters of an hour, possibly when you get home, or after your evening meal, but not too close to bedtime) after which, resolve firmly to refuse to even entertain the thought of worrying again on that day: realise and accept that to do otherwise would be counterproductive to your mental health, and enjoyment of life. You will have had your "worry time" for the day, and can just write down any more thoughts that come to mind, and say to yourself: "Well, I'll just have to worry about that tomorrow, won't I?". Doctor Wayne Dwyer once said: "Negative emotions are preceded by negative thoughts". It is important to regularly monitor, and deal with a negative internal monologue (self talk), or mental process, such as disturbing thoughts, images, impulses, or emotions, by the process of (a): recognising it, and (b): challenging it immediately.

Technique For Re-Programming Negative Thoughts: When you notice something negative, such as: "I'm never going to get over this!" or: "Why am I always so pathetic/useless/such a loser?" or even: "I can't do this/will never get over this!", even an image, emotion, or a memory; recognise that this is being generated from the negative part of your mind. Having identified and labelled it, visualise a large, red, flashing, "STOP!" sign, and/or possibly a stern faced person wagging an index finger at you in a negative manner, then say to yourself as forcefully as you can, even aloud in a big voice, if alone: "I know this tactic: GO AWAY FOR A WHILE !!!" You may want to use either: "ruse", "ploy", "game", or "trick", instead of "tactic". In the case of an image, visualise a large "STOP" sign, or your preferred version. Some people go so far as to keep a wide rubber band in their pocket, then put it around their wrist, when they catch themselves backsliding, stretch and release it, as a method of reprogramming their mind sooner, but I don't regard it as being strictly necessary.

Remember to remove it, afterwards, if you use this method. Try replacing a negative thought with a positive affirmation of your choice, like: "I am a unique individual, with my own set of skills, and good points", or "I may not be perfect, but I'm doing the best I can, right now". Practice one of the relaxation methods in sections 2, 11, 2c, or 2i, daily, and when needed. Alternatively, give the EFT a good tryout, to see if it helps you. There is also a version for use in public places, (if you like, you can claim to have a headache, as you massage/lightly tap your temples, but you would then be restricted to subvocalising: saying it to yourself in your mind). Section 53, and pages 2, 2.q and 2.o at http://www.ezy-build.net.nz/~shaneris also refer: "Even though I sometimes suffer from anxiety, I deeply and completely accept myself." Neurofeedback treatment for anxiety is increasingly becoming available.

Herbal remedies, such as valerian, (which is not recommended for use if depression is also present) passionflower, or St.John's wort, are often effective, but the idea

What type of gaming computer do i need?

best gaming computer under 800 dollars image

Tyler

What type of gaming computer do i need to be able to play all the counter strike games and arma 2 and all those types of games on highest settings? Also what will the price be and what parts i need because i am planing on building a cheap gaming computer under 700 - 800 dollars?

Answer
I built my computer for $800 (including monitor) and can run anything at max.

Quad-core Processor: AMD Phenom(tm) II x4 P69 Processor 3.40 GHZ
Graphics Card: NVidia 560gtx (560ti have a better rep for close prices)

if you have no clue how to build a computer, I will send you my list I ordered from newegg.

send a message to pixellooter@gmail.com

Can you guys give me a computer part list under 800 dollars?

Liam

Hello, I am thinking of building my own computer for perhaps, under 800 dollars. I will be using the computer for light gaming. Please include the case, fans, keyboard, and speaker in the part list, and make sure all the parts could be bought in stores like NCIX, CanadaComputers, and Tigerdirect. Thanks!
It would be best if it's your own computer. I want to be 100% sure the parts are compatiable. Sorry for the trouble!

Answer
AMD FX-6300 Vishera 3.5GHz (4.1GHz Turbo) Socket AM3+ 95W Six-Core Desktop Processor FD6300WMHKBOX = 120$
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819113286


SAPPHIRE 100355-1GOCL Radeon HD 7850 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card OC Version = 155$
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814202004


ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 AM3+ AMD 970 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX AMD Motherboard with UEFI BIOS = 80$ Motherboard
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131872

CORSAIR Builder Series CX600 600W ATX12V v2.3 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139028


RAIDMAX Tornado ATX-238WU Black / Blue SECC Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case = 45$
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811156223


Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model BLS2KIT4G3D1609DS1S00 = 57$ RAM
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820148544

Western Digital WD Blue WD5000AAKX 500GB 7200 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive - OEM = 60$
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136769


COOLER MASTER Hyper 212 EVO RR-212E-20PK-R2 Continuous Direct Contact 120mm Sleeve CPU Cooler Compatible with latest Intel 2011/1366/1155 and AMD FM1/FM2/AM3+ = 35$
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103099

Logitech K400 (920-003070) Black USB RF Wireless Standard Keyboard
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16823126264

Logitech X-140 5 watts 2.0 Speakers
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16836121002

I took the time to find the cheapest parts, next time why don't you find them yourself?

Enjoy!

-Elian

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

How much does a good gaming computer cost?

best gaming computer laptop 2011 image

John R

I think I'm going to play Diablo III when it comes out, where is a good computer to play it on, and how much will it cost? I know Diablo III isn't out yet, but I know it will need a lot of requirements because its a huge game.

Desktop and or laptop.

Answer
Get at least a dual-core processor (quad-core recommended), with 3 GB RAM (4-6GB recommended), SSD for OS (40GB would suffice) and 500GB of HDD (1TB if you need and/or can afford), ATI 5770/5870 or nVidia GT275/285, 22" widescreen LCD monitor and a decent logitech keyboard/mouse. To run diablo 3, which you're not going to be until perhaps 3rd quarter of 2011, you'll require a robust PC, but not necessarily an expensive one. $850 should fetch you a good gaming PC, whereas top-of-the-line models will cost more.

What is a good CHEAP computer that is good for gaming?

lax player

The game i really want to play is cities xl 2011 so if anyone could tell me a good laptop computer preferably laptop to play this game. Could you also look at the specs cause i don't understand them but i want the game to run well. Thank you

Answer
You can get a cheap Toshiba at Walmart for under $400. However it is not good for gaming. You can play games but it is hard on the computer. I'd say that if you are willing to sped $250-300 on a computer than go to Walmart and buy a Cheap Toshiba but if you are doing a lot of heavy gaming it probably will not last mor than a couple of years. If you want something better you should either spend more money or get something on Ebay. I'd recomend a Mac-book. They last forever!

If you got more questions feel free to send me an Email at: cyrl@live.com
I will do my best to help!

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

Is there a LCD monitor which can connect to a PS2?

gaming monitor no bezel image

varunnagwe

I need to buy an LCD monitor, preferably 21 inch or 22 inch which has connectors for PS2 and preferably PS3 also (though the latter is not important).
I already have a Z-5500 speakers which are said to be the best in pc speakers, I also would like to get an LCD monitor which will make it really cool to play games on with my PS2.
Thanks.

Answer
i recommend Samsung Touch Of Color T220HD 22-inch LCD HDTV Monitor.
Touch of Color bezel - While the crystal-like bezel frame catches light beautifully, it actually reduces reflection of light off the bezel. And since the rich red color is injection molded for a blown glass effect, instead of spray painted, there is less environmental impact. It's easy on your eyes as well as on the environment
Dolby Digital Surround (3 W x 2 ch) An invisible speaker system with Dolby Digital Surround (3 W x 2 ch) gives sound quality to match the impressive picture.
10,000 - 1 Dynamic-Contrast Ratio - The ultra-wide range gives you blacks and whites that are full of detail, even under adverse lighting conditions (typically 1,000 - 1 static-contrast ratio)
300 cdm2 Brightness
Full HDTV monitor - The T220HD features a built-in full HD 1080p digital HDTV tuner, so you can watch both TV and HDTVDual HDMI inputs, DVI and VGA inputs / 2 HDMI connections

List Price: $679.00
Amazon Sell Price: $332.99 free shipping
You Save: $346.01
reference: http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Touch-T220HD-22-inch-Monitor/dp/B0019HGTLC/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?tag=commentglitte-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325

How do I setup a 3 HDTV gaming system?

M R

I have been wanting to setup 3 HDTV's for an ultimate gaming experience. In the past, I had a dual monitor setup and I found the bezel being in the middle a bit annoying. My idea is to have one main HDTV and two side HDTVs as peripherals to the eye. In regards to PC hardware, how can this gaming system be built? What kind of motherboard, video card, or other hardware do i need to build this? Any experiences in gaming with 3 displays? I need a clue on this project. I have been wondering about this setup for some time. Can anyone tell me?

Answer
the only way i think this could work is with two or more graphics cards. one running two monitors and the other running the 3rd.

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

Looking to buy a custom gaming computer for under $1000?

best gaming computers under 1000 image

matt

I want to a gaming computer built for under $1000 but not really sure what parts would be good. Im looking for something that could play games fast, have no lag, and run on high settings like something that could play crysis on high.

Answer
Yes Alienware is very good.

what is a good gaming desktop computer for under 1000 dollars that can play the witcher 2?

Paul Konke

im looking for a gaming computer under a 1000 dollars and i would like to play the high end games like the witcher 2, crysis 2, and others. is there any computer that can do this that is under 1000 dollars

Answer
Build the computer yourself. It's much, much cheaper, and it's not exactly difficult. This guide tells you basically everything you need to know as well as lists tons of components to give you a rough idea of how much it'd cost. Read it well.

http://tinyurl.com/falconguide

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

How are video games projected on screen?

gaming monitor no signal image

Lp182

I know that we aren't actually looking at a constant moving video game and that all we are seeing are multiple frames per second. But how is it done? I'm just curious how they do it. And are video games only projected at 30 frames and 60 frames per second, or are there other # of frames that can be shown in a given second?

Answer
The numbers 30 and 60 are a side effect of the NTSC format of television. Even back in the black-and-white days of TV, NTSC was a 640X480 image, interlaced (draws all the odd lines in one pass, then draws all the even lines on the next), and operating at 60 Hz. It wasn't until about 10 years ago that consumers started seeing any change to this, when EDTVs came on the scene and changed the interlaced to Progressive Scan (all lines are drawn sequentially on each pass), and then HDTVs changing the image resolution. Very recently, sets that can do 120 Hz have come onto the market. In Europe, they uses the PAL format, which ran at 50 Hz, but switched to 60 Hz for HDTV to simplify things for TV manufacturers (who had started to sell sets in Europe that could handle both 50 Hz and 60 Hz).

So for the longest time, TVs were displaying 60 half-frames (due to interlacing). As such, having a game run at 60 Hz would result in slightly smoother animation, but a lot more processing power which could otherwise be used to enhance the detail. So typically 60 frames games were smoother, but 30 frames games were much more detailed. Any other rate, and you the smoothness will vary, which is rather jarring to the immersiveness factor.

All of this only applies to consoles, though, since PCs have always had monitors that could do a variety of framerates, and therfore their games always strived for the highest framerate possible (and where 60 Hz is on the far low end) and don't really worry about the framerate dipping at times. High end modern monitors can typically do at least 140 Hz, and some older games on new hardware can actually create several hundred frames per second if certain settings are disabled.

Regardless of PC or console, the same programming technique is used for creating the frames and managing the process of sending them to the screen. Each object is placed in position in a virtual 3D space in RAM, textures are applied (only if they are facing the virtual camera's location), the view from the virtual camera is established, and the objects that the camera can see are flattened into a 2D image. This whole process is called rendering.

Then, the rendered image is put into a piece of memory (usually in the graphics chip itself) that has been designated as a "frame". This frame is then sent to the TV/monitor, and as it is being sent, a second image is being rendered and put into a second "frame". Once the first frame has been sent to the screen completely, the second frame is designated as the primary frame, and a third image is rendered and overwrites the first frame. This process is called Frame Buffering.

PCs (and maybe HDMI TV connections, I'm not sure) have the capability of the monitor being able to send a signal back to the game program and tell it when a frame is done being drawn. This allows the game to not switch frames while it is being sent to the screen (vertical synch), preventing a top section of an image and a bottom section of the same image displayed not matching up, refered to as "tearing". Since consoles know what frequency the TV is operating at based on the region (or more recently in Europe, through an option in the settings for either the game or the system), they can simply use an internal timer as an artificial vertical synch.

How do I make a video of a game without using my camcorder?

Cameron

I want to make videos of my game on YouTube. I've noticed that a lot of people make it look like you're watching the actual screen the game is on. How do I do that? Please help.

Answer
Use either a DVD Recorder or DVR, hooked to game machine, putting their signal out to the monitor or TV

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

What's a good gaming computer to record CoD and Minecraft?

best gaming computer image

dan

Im planning on selling my xbox and mac to get a gaming computer. Ill probably have about 1000 dollars to spend on it. I want to record call of duty and minecraft with fraps (or something else you would recommend) and start up a youtube thing, nothing big, just for fun. I want to switch from console to pc gaming. Any help with this would be unimagionably appreciated :) thanks guys!

Answer
Alien Ware would be the best, they are pretty good prices for what you are getting, $1000 is plenty for getting a good gaming computer. I have an HP Pavillion that was $850. It has a 3.4ghz AMD quad core processor. 2 TB hard drive. 8GB RAM. That was with a monitor, keyboard and mouse. The monitor is 23''.
It is great for me. I can play minecraft with no problem. Most games will be able to run on it. And I have enough room to keep all my youtube videos as a backup.
If you have any more questions. Message me on youtube, my username is googiespage.

What is the best antivirus software for a gaming computer?

Connor

So im building a gaming computer and of course, i need security. What is a good antivirus program that will get me the protection i need without slowing down my computer to much? Thanks!

Answer
for a gaming computer ,
u need registry softwares like advanced registry optimiser or ccleaner . (for registry issues )

then , if u have more ram ( > 4gb ) then use mcafee .and update your antivirus every 2-3 days.
or use quick heal .

use firewall like zone alarm or black ice .

also check microsoft softwares .

download patches from microsoft's website.

also use software like game booster to increase gaming speed.

this will give you full protection .

i think this is the best answer for your question.

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

What Is A Good Gaming Monitor For Cheap?

best pc gaming monitor reviews image

Spencer

I am wanting to get a good gaming pc, and I think I have found one. Now all I need is a good monitor for cheap because I plan on buying two. Any suggestions?

Answer
The Asus VE228H 22" LED monitor has excellent reviews and costs $137.99 on Amazon.com

Or if you're looking for something a bit bigger, check out the Asus VS247H-P 24" LED monitor for $167.99.

I personally have an Asus VE278Q 27" LED monitor which is great, but that maybe a little expensive for you ($259.99), especially as a dual-monitor setup.

How much would a good gaming computer cost to build?

Nick James

I'm not asking for a monster gaming computer that would cost around $3000. I'm talking about a suitable one that can get atleast 45 fps on first person shooters with max graphics. I've seen some good ones for $600, but I'm willing to spend $1000 - $1500.

Answer
When doing perfect shopping, using Newegg for Avatar, CyberpowerPC, iBuypower brands and willing to change out the power supply, the savings versus build your own is often very small, especially for the ones they cut in price because of customer dissatisfaction about what they bought.

In building your own, I believe it is best to use the addage, plan twice and cut once. It should take a lot more time to figure out what to get, then the mechanical processes of ordering and assembling and install and test. You should be willing to learn about each component available, and that also allows future upgrade and repair and issue resolving to be much easier, and avoiding those future potentials.

You have the ability to decide your goals.
- Highest gaming performance per dollar spent
- Aiming performance towards particular games and function needs. Some need strong CPUs and Crysis-3 seems to use hyperthreading and all the cores(even 8 core) where most other use only 4 cores or less. Video editing takes a strong CPU+RAM and a solid state drive. Internet speed takes an SSD to improve it by the cache storage.
- Quality, stability, reliability
- Upgradability - ease of upgrade - (It costs more for a proper 2 PCIe x 16 motherboard and better power supply than you need up-front and the better air flow of a good case, but it allows a simple add of a second graphics card in crossfire/SLI). CPU sets the motherboard options, setting up the CPU upgrade options.
- Appearance, aesthetics inside and out

You need to hone down exactly what you want to spend within about $50, and if you want more help from hardware guys like me, you will have to name particular games more than a category. Are you ONLY interested in first person shooter games, or might you expand to others.
General use cpu benchmarking:
http://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu_list.php
Gaming CPU hierarchy:
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/gaming-cpu-review-overclock,3106-5.html
Graphics scores of GPUs
http://www.videocardbenchmark.net/gpu_list.php
Comparing GPUs
http://www.anandtech.com/bench/Product/548?vs=647
http://www.game-debate.com/gpu/index.php?gid=1544&gid2=930&compare=geforce-gtx-660-ti-sli-vs-radeon-hd-7870-gigabyte-oc-edition
And, the very important shopping and compatibility:
http://pcpartpicker.com/
Graphics card power supply auxiliary connectors and a minimum wattage of high quality PSU
http://www.realhardtechx.com/index_archivos/Page362.htm
Understanding power supply selection basics, which is the least focused and one of the most important choices:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Aigzi8eFQTFGu0SOGArME8vty6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20130607111644AAfBajN
Pre-built PCs often use the cheapest power supplies and motherboards, and your advantage in building your own is choosing better parts that won't cause issues.
You can get a great gaming PC probably about GTX 770 and intel core i5 overclocked with a good motherboard and SSD towards the top end of your price that would be a tier one gaming pc with ultra play. The monitor/display is very key also. Is that included in your price, and keyboard and mouse and speakers, headset, etc. You need to list what is included.
Parts compatibility and optimizing is key. In PCPARTPICKER you can share a link to a part list and ask for improvements with a price in mind. They have sample builds, so I'll skip that minor task here for now. I preferred to give you the meat of the process. Watch youtube videos about the construction and take digital photos of an inside of an existing pc to be able to duplicate it.
Adding: Are you near a Microcenter for their in-store specials?
http://www.microcenter.com/site/stores/default.aspx

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

Which of these gaming monitors do you recommend?

gaming monitor 24 vs 27 image

chris

I am looking for a good gaming laptop for the new pc I am buying. My budget is around 300(preferably 250) I prefer 24" 2ms but other than that nothing specific.
Here is what I have so far.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236102
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236288

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006HIKIP6/ref=s9_simh_gw_p147_d0_i1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-4&pf_rd_r=0EBXT7YXD3RF4F1XV6GE&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470939031&pf_rd_i=507846

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007HSKSP0/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AANSFONOCR8T3

I have one in there that is 27" but I had heard that anything above 24 doesn't tend to be the best for gaming especially with my budget. Opinions on these? Suggestions for others? Please and thank you!!
Additional question: Do I need special cables or anything for running hd or anything?

Answer
The size of the monitor doesn't affect whether it's good for gaming. It affects your visible pixel density at a given viewing distance (assuming the same physical resolution, like 1080p). For any monitor, there is a minimum distance away from the screen you must be, or you'll see the dot pitch of the pixels and the screen will look grainy. At 1080p, that distance is about the same as the diagonal measurement of the screen. ex: you'll want your eyes at least 2 feet away from a 24" monitor to avoid seeing the screen's grain. for a 27" monitor, you only need to be a few inches further away to avoid seeing the grain. In the end they will look the same though... being closer to a smaller screen or further from a larger screen gives you the same relative field of view. so you only really need 'bigger' if A) you plan to watch video or something from further away, or B) you have a resolution greater than 1080p. I use a 32" 1080p tv for a monitor, but I have it about as far away from me as the desk will allow, so that my eyes are a good meter away from it. My up-side is that it's also a bedroom tv.

2ms response... not a big deal at all. Some older lcd's had response times of up to 50ms, and those had noticeable drawbacks. Modern monitors are all solid on response times for gaming. If you can physically see the difference between 2ms response and 5ms response, then you're not human (that's 0.002 seconds vs. 0.005 seconds). It's less difference than a single FPS (frame per second) coming out of your graphics card. and bear in mind that most multiplayer online games will have internet latencies of 30ms-150ms. So 3-4ms difference in the monitor is "nothing".

The second monitor on your list, the 23" asus with the IPS screen... is going to look much nicer. IPS screens have great viewing angles, they look awesome. The faster 2ms TN screens will have dark areas and distorted colors at the edges, their viewing angles require you to be dead center in front of the monitor, and on bigger monitors you can't be dead center in front of the whole thing. Plus TN screens have gray-ish blacks. TN screens are not worth a couple ms of response time, not at all. In every area except response time and low cost, they under-perform.

Of your listed choices, i'd get the 23" IPS screen from Asus. But I think you should shop around 24" IPS and VA screens (with mostly 4ms-8ms response times) to see if you can find more to pick from without limiting yourself to the 2ms of TN screens. Personally, I love 27" at desktop distance, but I like to sit back in my tilting chair. 32" tv works fine too, but i had to rearrange the desk to get it a bit further from me. If you can find a 24" or 27" IPS led monitor, from a non-junk brand within your budget, get it.

PS: vga/dsub cables work fine as long as your monitor has a port for that. you can also use DVI-to-VGA cables, DVI cables with a vga adapter. better: DVI-to-HDMI cables, or DVI-to-DVI if your monitor has a DVI port. or hdmi-to-hdmi if your graphics card has an hdmi-out. lots of options, depending on the monitor's ports, and your graphics card's ports. people say dvi & hdmi look better than vga, but I can't see much difference really. local chain stores overcharge by as much as 1000% for some cables, if you get any cables, get them online.

Need Help Buying A New Gaming Monitor, TV Knowledgeable? Please Help!?

Cody

Hey guys I'm a pretty hardcore gamer and am looking to buy a new monitor but I'm not sure on what I should get, I play on xbox but have heard that monitors are the way to go. I used to play on a projection screen tv and loved every second of it, but for the past 7 months I've been playing on a 26" Vizio Razor Thin LED/LCD TV. The Vizio has a 5ms response time and is 60hz.

However, while 5ms isn't that bad my playstyle is so quick and rapid that I notice a HUGE INPUT LAG while I'm trying to play. Constantly losing gunfights that I used to win 100 percent of the time, not killing people when I know my crosshairs are EXACTLY on the guy I'm aiming at. (Quickscoping) I'm wondering if it's because I'm using a tv because I know other people that play exactly like I do with a 4ms response time on their monitors and they love it and notice no difference whatsoever.

Is it that monitors are just better built for gaming then led tv's are? I'm looking to buy a monitor tomorrow and am stuck between 2.
One has a 1ms response time but is a 24", the other is a 27" but has a 4ms response time. The reason I'm stuck is because I love having a bigger screen but will sacrifice to get back to how it used to be.

I'm looking on Amazon for monitors under 200, and I know that MLG (Major League Gaming) uses a brand called Benq, that is specially designed around gaming.

So I guess what I'm trying to ask is if a monitor designed for gaming with a 4ms response time would be better than a cheap knockoff tv like Vizio with a 5ms response time? Or if I should just settle with the 24". I know response times aren't really trustworthy because each company measures them in their own way but I would assume a gaming monitor would be better than a tv.

Thank you so much for the help and here is the 2 monitors I'm stuck between. Any thoughts or ideas are greatly appreciated!!!


24"
http://www.amazon.com/BenQ-Official-Monitor-RL2455HM-24-Inch/dp/B007HSKSMI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1379049565&sr=8-1&keywords=benq+monitor

27"
http://www.amazon.com/BenQ-GW2750HM-27-Inch-LED-lit-Monitor/dp/B007HSKSP0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1379049594&sr=8-2&keywords=benq+monitor

Answer
Monitors definitely are the way to go, they have a more crisper quality to them, and those are great, great finds. Honestly, I am having trouble which one to recommend. Since you are just using an Xbox, I see no reason to have the extra HDMI and DVI slots on the 24" for one.

And after a bit of Googling, I have come to conclusion that you should get the 27". It's a great value, and from what I've read, 4ms is not really noticeable vs a 1ms. The amount your saving almost forces you to buy the 27" alone.

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

Whats a good gaming computer configuration under $1200?

best gaming computer under 1200 image

RN

I am building a computer in the summer, and I wanted to know what kind of configuration was good. I want an i7 and the new GTX 680. I am not sure which i7 i should get, and what the other parts should be. I dont care about the case design, and I am planning to overclock. I want it to be preferably under $1200, but its ok if it exceeds my price limit a little bit.

Answer
There's too much parts out there to choose the best for you. Instead of listing what you should buy, i'll tell you what to look for.

The only thing i'll tell you to buy: Go for an i5 2500k. An i7 2600k does perform a bit better, but also costs quite some more. The i5 2500k is more than fast enough for gaming.

Since you're planning to overclock, you'll need a P67 or Z68 motherboard. Any motherboard with that chipset will do, but perhaps you want some special features on your motherboard.

Something to consider for overclocking: Liquid cooling. There are several easy to install liquid cooling solutions for under 100 dollars. They greatly increase your overclocking potentiol, so definitely worth checking it out. An example of a great liquid cooling set is the corsair H100, but cheaper ones will suffice too.

Just a little bit about RAM: 4GB of RAM is fine for gaming, but since it's so cheap these days a lot of people get 8GB of RAM. Don't bother getting more than that, it's just a waste. Don't bother paying too much for the RAM too, DDR3-1333 really is fine. If you know what you're doing you could get DDR3-1600, don't bother with more than that.
It's recommended to get exactly two sticks of RAM to make full use of dual channel memory. It'll perform a bit better than one or four sticks, not that much but there's a difference.

Last tip: When buying a PSU, don't go over 750W. 650W probably is enough already.

What is the average memory space on a computer?

Desmond

I'm guessing 16-32 GBs. Am I right? I need a gaming computer, so I will need reasonable memory space to have like 20+ games. A desktop that runs games smoothly, has a nice graphics drive, and has a nice amount of memory for games as I said before. Can I get anything like that for under 1000$? What kind of desktop do you recommend?

Answer
This guy is going to be a bit confused by these conflicting answers he's getting, what he is MOST likely referring to is the hard drive space, "memory" is a common misconception for hard drive capacity, memory by most peoples usage is referring to RAM (Random Access Memory) which could be briefly described as the amount of space on a work bench in a garage, the more space on the table, the more things that can be simultaneously be done without drop in efficiency, the more RAM, the faster you'll boot and will be able to run multiple operations with more ease. 8GB of RAM is sufficient if that's what your asking, if your referring to the hard drive, then 1 TB (1000 GB) of space should be sufficient for what you need. Judging by the wording of your question I doubt you'd feel comfortable building your own rig, but if you do then you can buy a computer capable of running BF3 @ 1080p on ultra @ 40-50 fps average for around 1000-1200$, however if you BUY a gaming computer then your probably looking around twice that price. If you decide to build it then I recommend buying a DIY kit from newegg. Sorry for the length, hope I helped!

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

I am looking for a very good gaming computer that could easily handle a game like Skyrim?

best gaming computer for skyrim image

Livia

For christmas I want to add a really good gaming computer to my amazon wish list. I am looking for something that could handle Skyrim and other games (with mods and such). I need some suggestions from people!

Answer
Check out for ASUS N56VZ-ES71
Intel Core_i7_3610QM Core i7 3610QM 2.3 GHz
4 GB SO-DIMM DDR3 RAM,
500 GB 5400 rpm Hard Drive
15.6-Inch 1366x768 Screen Nvidia GT 650M

What and where is the best custom built gaming computer?

phil

I can surf the web for hours and hours looking for the right gaming computer. I would like to know what setup is the BEST for $1300 and under! I would want to be able to play Skyrim on full settings and be able to enjoy modding as well. I currently have a macbook pro that I use for video and music editing and I've played games like fallout on it with some ease, and a mac is NOT a gaming computer. So i know there has to be some great computers out there that are not $3,000. I've looked into Cyberpower PC's and they look promising, but i've also read alot of bad reviews about the parts they use. Anywho any help or tips on this subject would be greatly appreciated.
Building my own is definitely an option. Best parts? best price? Is building your own exceptionally easy if you know electronics? ( have fixed Xbox 360, PS3 )

Answer
Have you thought of building one .
CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($32.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock Z77 Extreme4 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($134.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($55.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($84.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7950 3GB Video Card ($305.66 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 300R ATX Mid Tower Case ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 620W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($74.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($21.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $1001.56

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

Which 2 graphics card and computers are my best option for gaming out of these options?

best gaming computer in the world 2013 image

April

I'm looking for a new computer ( i won't be able to afford a really expensive one) so these are my only options, i'd like to run the game Rift (it's sort of like world of warcraft) and Elder Scrolls Online when it comes out.
I'm aware i will have to play on low graphics and it won't be as good as a real gaming computer but could you guys tell me which one of these would be my best 2 options?
I put the stats below, thanks so much for reading all this lol
(1st)
Includes CM6730-US003S desktop PC, power cord, manuals, and PC Elite v2.8 certificate
3.3GHz third-generation Intel Core i3-3220 processor
6GB DDR3 1333MHz memory
1TB 7200 RPM hard drive
Intel HD Graphics 2500
(2nd)Includes Inspiron 660 desktop PC, AC adapter, and manual
3.0GHz Intel Core i5-3330 processor with 6MB cache
Intel B75 chipset
8GB DDR3 1600MHz RAM
1TB 7200 RPM hard drive
Intel HD graphics
(3rd) Includes XPS 8500 desktop PC, AC power adapter, and manual
3.1GHz Intel Core i5-3350P processor with 6MB cache
Intel 7 Series H77 Express chipset
8GB DDR3 1600MHz memory
2TB 7200 RPM hard drive
1GB NVIDIA GeForce GT 620 graphics
(4th) Includes Inspiron 660 desktop PC, AC power adapter, and manual
3.0GHz Intel Core i5-3330 processor with 6MB cache
Intel B75 chipset
24" diagonal flat panel display
8GB DDR3 1600MHz memory
2TB 7200 RPM hard drive
1GB NVIDIA GeForce GT 620 graphics
(5th) Includes Envy h8-1410 PC, AC adapter, guide, PC Treasures software
3.0GHz 3rd-gen Intel Core i5-3330 processor, 6MB cache
Intel Z75 Express chipset
8GB PC3-12800 SDRAM
1.5TB 7200 RPM SATA hard drive
Intel HD Graphics 2500 with up to 4GB graphics system memory, 1664MB total available memory
(6th) Includes CM1745-US006S desktop PC, power cord, and PC Elite v2.8 certificate
3.4GHz AMD A10-5700 quad-core processor
8GB memory
1TB hard drive
Featuring a 3.4GHz AMD A10-5700 quad-core processor and 8GB DDR3 memory
(7th) Includes Pavilion p6-2350 desktop PC, system cables, user guide, and Software Fundamentals 2013 Home Edition bundle
3.6GHz Next Gen AMD quad-core A8-5600K accelerated processor with 4MB L2 cache
AMD A75 FCH chipset
8GB PC3-12800 DDR3-1600 SDRAM
1TB 7200 RPM SATA hard drive
802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi with single-band 2.4GHz 1x1 technology
AMD Radeon HD 7560D graphics with up to 4GB graphics system memory, up to 4055MB total available memory

Answer
6 and 7 are mediocre. The rest are all really bad. 3 is not a good choice because its video card, the GT620, is very low end. You can do so much better by building your own computer. It is really easy. There are dozens of guides out there and there are many people, myself included, who are willing to help you along the way, from picking the parts to assembly. In the source are a few resources which I find to be most useful.

Why is my computer struggling to run Train Simulator 2013 on medium and low settings?

Samuel

Hi,

Just built my self a new £400 computer. The specs are as followed:

CPU: AMD FX 6300
GPU: AMD Radeon HD 7770 (ASUS GHz Edition)
RAM: 4Gb of 1600MHz DDR3
Mobo: Biostar TA970
OS: WIndows XP 32 bit
HDD:500Gb SATA III

Even when i OC, i am still struggling to run train sim on my PC on medium setting. This is strange as a get similar FPS even when running on higher quality. I believe it might be to do with the OS i am using, but would like to get a second opinion. The case it is in is cool and the GPU is not getting to hot. I can run games like World of Tanks on Ultra at 40-50 FPS.

Any Ideas?

Thanks all!
Im supprised to hear it may be bottlenecking.... didnt expect that from a piledriver.
I left Train Sim 2013 running for 1 5mins:
CPU @ 4.1 GHz MAX (Was lower most of the time)
GPU@ 1550 MHz MAX Clock speed
@ 1550 Mhz MAX Memory Clock Speed
Temps are:
CPU: 38 C
SYSTEM: 47 C
GPU: 55 C
The game was running about 17FPS average went down to 10FPS Maxed 25FPS

Answer
If increasing the settings doesn't decrease performance, that suggests a CPU bottleneck. I would be surprised to hear of a FX6300 bottlenecking a 7770, though....

EDIT:
what are your CPU temperatures like? is the heatsink fitted properly?

Could be overheating CPU - the CPU will throttle down if it gets too hot. I would be very surprised if a fully functioning 6300 was bottlenecking, but a throttled one might.

Powered by Yahoo! Answers