Curved Monitors for PC Gaming?

Q. Anyone believe if this is the future for gaming? For PC anyways...

They cost an absurd amount now, but wonder if it will ever make it main stream.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/673219-REG/Ostendo_Technologies_CDM43_CRVD_43_Curved_Display.html

http://gizmodo.com/341413/alienware-curved-monitor-looks-like-its-from-another-planet

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http://www.pcper.com/article.php?aid=889

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ple5bWtIY_A

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0IPlpRhNCI

http://www.widescreengamingforum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=57&t=18784

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZ5ah67mAss&feature=related


and...you get the point. im sure that costs less than $6500 but will cost at least $4000

so when the curved monitor is <a multi-monitor gaming setup, then it will go mainstream. simple.

Multi-Display PC Games?

Zero X

Where can I find an updated list of PC Games that support multi-head (3 or more monitors)?
I have X2, but it isn't compatible with Windows 7.... :(

Answer
I found a very small list at the multi-monitor wiki page. The few notable ones are World of Warcraft, Team Fortress 2, and X2.

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Multi-purpose gaming PC build?

Games and

Hi.

Later in the summer, I'm building a PC for multiple demanding functions. I will be doing powerful gaming, and a lot of programming, recording gameplay, and uploading to youtube. I'm doing this all on one monitor, so i came up this this configuration:

Intel Core i5-4670K Processor: http://amzn.to/ZlLfbh
(i7 would be too much)


Gigabyte GA-Z87X-UD3H Motherboard:

http://www.gigabyte.com/products/product-page.aspx?pid=4481#ov

Corsair H80i CPU Cooler: http://amzn.to/11xVYAp

(Not sure if this is final)
EVGA GeForce GTX 770 Graphics Card:

http://amzn.to/14mki9m

8GB Corsair Vengeance DDR3 Memory (supports up to 32

gigs, may get up to 16):
PLEASE GIVE ME A LINK TO A PAGE WHERE I CAN ORDER CERTAIN AMOUNTS OF RAM

SanDisk Ultra Plus 128GB SSD with Seagate Barracuda

2TB HDD:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0093HMKVI
http://bit.ly/11MFoiR

750W Corsair TX750M Power Supply:

http://amzn.to/15Ifo5B

Corsair Carbide 300R Case:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006I2H0YS

ASUS 24X DVD Burner - Bulk 24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 12X

DVD+R DL 24X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R

32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM Black SATA Model DRW-

24B1ST/BLK/B/AS - OEM (optical drive):


ROCCAT Lua Tri-Button Gaming Mouse(ROC-11-310):
http://amzn.to/18gLPgP

Corsair Vengeance K90 Keyboard:


Turtle Beach z300 headset (i chose this over the z22

model because it has surround sound as opposed to

stereo sound, which i really like, and it has a

wireless option):


LG Electronics W2363D-PU 23 inch Widescreen 70000:1 3ms DVI(HDCP)/2HDMI LED LCD Monitor w/ Speaker (Black):
NOT COMPLETELY SURE IF THIS CAN CONNECT TO MY MOTHERBOARD, PLEASE CONFIRM

Windows 7 Home Premium:


Total: $2320.30



My budget is $25k. Do you think this is a good build? (I'm also going to be adding a network SWITCH, and im not completely sure what that is, and i already have an antivirus) Have i forgotten anything else i need?
My budget is 2.5k, not 25k lol

Answer
you must mean 2.5k. But your build is great for gaming. But I would recommend going to www.pcpartpicker.com it's easier to pick out pc components.

Multi Monitor Questions?

First of all, I have a Nvidia GeForce Gt 220 card in my computer. The Nvidia website lists this card as supporting Multi Monitors, and the card itself has a VGA port, a DVI port (which I'm currently using for my single monitor) and an HDMI port. I have a fairly new HP PC with a 2.5 ghz quad core processor. So here is my question.

On the Nvidia website, it lists the maximum resolution that my graphics card can achieve as 2560x1600. Currently, I have the card displaying at 1920x1080 on my single monitor via DVI. If I added another display by wiring the display to the hdmi port (that will work, right?) and want to extend my desktop to that display, what are my limitations resolution-wise? Can I run both screens in extended desktop mode at 1080p? Is there any limit to how detailed the second monitor resolution can be (besides the monitor's own resolution limitation)?

Also, assuming that works, what are the limitations I have as far as graphical power on each screen? Could I, say, watch a DVD on one screen and play a somewhat demanding game on the other? Could I watch two movies in 1080p at the same time on each screen? I just don't understand what my limiting factors are, I guess.

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The only port on your GT220 that can do 2560x1600 is the DVI port. The VGA and HDMI ports are NOT capable of that.

The HDMI port is restricted to 1920x1200 maximum (HDMI uses a single-link DVI video signal).

The VGA port's maximum is 2048x1536.

Also, you CANNOT use all three ports at once. The GT220 can only support 2 monitors at a time.

When running extended desktop mode, each monitor can run at its own native resolution, as long as the port you have it plugged into can handle that native resolution.

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How much would a PC as powerful as a PS3 cost?

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Seth

Finally got tired of the garbage games coming out on the PS3. I am now looking into replacing it with a gaming PC with equal or greater capabilities. I don't need a supercomputer to play Battlefield 3 on its maximum settings, however I would like to be able to play some of the more up-to-date titles.

If someone could give me links to specific computers that would be affordable and be able to match the PS3. Or link me to specific parts that are equivalent to or greater than the PS3's, I would be most greatful. Thanks.

Answer
If you simply want to replicate the PS3, you might shell about a couple of hundred dollars. Take note that this does not include a monitor, a keyboard, mouse, and an operating system.

However, I strongly advise you in building that gaming system. Such rig wont handle current and future PC games.

A decent gaming PC might cost 400 dollars if you build it (this includes extra peripherals like the Operating System and monitor). If youre buying a pre-built, expect to pay more. Upgrading your current PC's cost depends on how old your system is.

Yes, it would be expensive. The advantages, of course, of getting a gaming PC is it's multi-tasking flexibility.

HOWEVER, if you already have a computer and a gaming console, I recommend you stick with the PS3 for some time if youre not willing to shell that cash.

What computer do you recommend for gaming?

Marlee

I need to decide what type of computer I want to buy, but I don't know much about computers. I use a Macbook right now, and it has lasted a long time but it is finally dying. For the next one, it needs to be able to handle a lot of gaming (I heard PCs are better for gaming), internet use, and Microsoft Office. I'd also want one that I could plug an xbox controller to. What brands do you like? What other accessories do you recommend (like graphics cards)? What else do I need to take into consideration when choosing my next computer? I like the mobility of laptops, but do they have enough space to play games? Thanks.

Answer
1. Mac or PC?
A. PC. There's various reasons, but overall more software is compatable with PC, and not Mac.

2. Your Budget?
A. I'll go over a computer build of about $800, but you can change it if you have more/less to spend.

3. Inside the Computer. Processors.
A. The main thing to look for in a processor is it's Core's and speeds. 4 or 8 cores is highly ample to suit your needs, and anything above 3 Ghz is perfect.
A. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819113284

4. Motherboards.
A. Make sure it's compatable with all other parts of the computer, and make sure it has all of the features you want. EX: USB 3 ports, etc.
A. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128514

5. Graphics Card.
A. If you're going into casual gaming, you could settle for a $60-80 graphics card. If you want to stream/multi-monitor, etc. Get something a little more expensive...
A. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130604

6. RAM.
A. You need at least 8 GB's of Ram for some big games. I have 16 in my computer. Get 4 GB sticks, and try to "Dual Channel" them. You can read more up on that on another website.

I hope that helps :).

ALSO. IF you want to plug in a controller, download "Xpadder" and run it in "compatability mode".

Hope that helps, good luck :)

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