Building a new computer

[kvlt]

Hello everyone,

I'm planning on building a new machine to play Project 1999. In previous experiences, I have had issues with the client crashing, weird models, morphing, falling through the zone, ect. (I was playing Shard of Dalaya)

I just want to know what kind of hardware I should have in this new desktop.

What kind of hardware are you using? How is it working out? What would be a good set up so the game will run smoothly?

Any help would be great [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Thanks.

[Chrushev]

I would get an i7 processor (930 or 950).
At least 6GB of ram (tripple channel 2GB sticks, or 12GB 4GB sticks).
For video card mid to high range current gen video card. If you are spending less than 180-200$ on the video card, you should buy something better.

PC with those parts should last you a long while, and play P99 perfectly.

[Motec]

forget i7 930/950 bullshit.

Any cheap as chips P68 board, and a 2500k with 8gb of ram will destroy eq and be half the price and more performance than old tech i7 shit.

[Asfasfos]

Getting i7 930/950 is lame, get a Sandy Bridge like 2500 or 2500k (if you want to OC) and it's enough.

[kvlt]

Thoughts on this?

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...7543&CatId=114

[Deadmantis]

Thoughts on this?

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...7543&CatId=114

Nice, but integrated graphics, even those that work with online games, are going to limit your performance. It has HDMI out which is good if your monitor or TV supports it, but even so I wouldn't expect stellar graphics.

For a few dollars more from the same website you can get a similar PC with a dedicated graphics card. Look at the 500 dollar+ gaming PCs, there are a bunch in the 500 to 600 dollar range that have dedicated graphics cards with 512 mb to 1gb memory that will run games at a much better framerate.

If you really like the PC you picked out, you might be able add a video card to it. I could not tell from the specs if it has a PCI express slot to do so. You will have to do more research, like reading the reviews or checking the manufacturers website.

[Badmartigan]

build a socket 775 build with some used parts.. you dont need i7 and 12gbs of ram unless your encoding video etc..


A used parts socket 775 build will destroy anything on the market...

i suggest Q95XX or q6600 overlclocked i790 boards will run ddr3 i believe and you can still get whatever video card you want on socket 775 for sooo much cheaper than an i7 system.


just an idea.

[Motec]

or get a 2500k with 8 gig of ram and the cheapest mobo you can find and have a new warranty and a ridiuclously fast system for the money.

[Prince]

buy mac

[Littlegyno]

Originally Posted by Prince [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

buy mac

lol shut up.