Alright, I want to know if the following computer will run GW. I realize that it isn't great, but I don't really care. I am not going to try to run GW on max settings, I would run GW between medium and low settings. I don't want peoples replys to be full of Integrated cards suck, get XXXXX, etc. I just want to know if this computer will run it.
AMD Athlon 64 3300+ Processor
1.0GB PC3200 DDR SDRAM Memory
160GB 7200RPM Ultra DMA Hard Drive
LightScribe Double Layer 16X DVD+-R/RW Drive with CD Writer Capabilities
Front Panel Integrated 9-in-1 Memory Card Reader
HP vs15 15" LCD Flat Panel Monitor
Integrated 10/100 Base-T Networking Interface
Integrated SIS Mirage2 Graphics with 128MB Shared Video Memory
Integrated Audio, 6 Speaker Configurable
7 USB 2.0 Ports, 2 FireWire (IEEE) Ports, 1 Parallel, 1 Serial, & 2 PS/2 Ports
Memory Slots: 2 DIMM
Expansion Slots: 3 PCI (2 available), 1 AGP
Thanks!
Will I be able to run GW?
Alias_X
Noble Knight
Yeah, I believe it should. Mine's the 3200+ model and it runs just fine.
Alias_X
any other opinions?
Alias_X
Well, I am looking for a computer that will be able to run GW, Battlefield 2, HL2 all those games, that is $1500 and under. Can anyone reccomend any Vaios or Dells, or really anything that would be able to stand up to my needs?
Loviatar
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Well, I am looking for a computer that will be able to run GW, Battlefield 2, HL2 all those games, that is $1500 and under. Can anyone reccomend any Vaios or Dells, or really anything that would be able to stand up to my needs?
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you have an AGP slot on that thing.USE IT
GUILDWARS is very forgiving on the graphics side and i think those other will require more.
it is good up to the graphics and from what i have heard the SIS graphics is worse than the intel onboard graphics chip.
see what extra it costs to go up to a 6600 GT video card
Alias_X
Alright, I customized a Dell XPS, and heres the link to the specs. They are changable, but I didn't make any changes except I got rid of the lcd monitor and chose none. The updated price was around $1499, so tell me if you think it will work. I will also link to anotehr Dell I am looking at, and tell me if you think the other one will work also, (no changes made to it)
And ... I know its a lot to ask, but is the ATI RADEON X300 any good?
And ... I know its a lot to ask, but is the ATI RADEON X300 any good?
Alias_X
acidic
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Originally Posted by Alias_X
Alright, I want to know if the following computer will run GW. I realize that it isn't great, but I don't really care. I am not going to try to run GW on max settings, I would run GW between medium and low settings. I don't want peoples replys to be full of Integrated cards suck, get XXXXX, etc. I just want to know if this computer will run it.
AMD Athlon 64 3300+ Processor 1.0GB PC3200 DDR SDRAM Memory 160GB 7200RPM Ultra DMA Hard Drive LightScribe Double Layer 16X DVD+-R/RW Drive with CD Writer Capabilities Front Panel Integrated 9-in-1 Memory Card Reader HP vs15 15" LCD Flat Panel Monitor Integrated 10/100 Base-T Networking Interface Integrated SIS Mirage2 Graphics with 128MB Shared Video Memory Integrated Audio, 6 Speaker Configurable 7 USB 2.0 Ports, 2 FireWire (IEEE) Ports, 1 Parallel, 1 Serial, & 2 PS/2 Ports Memory Slots: 2 DIMM Expansion Slots: 3 PCI (2 available), 1 AGP Thanks! |
Loviatar
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And ... I know its a lot to ask, but is the ATI RADEON X300 any good?
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that didnt look rightso i double checked.THAT IS AN SE MODEL
*LE, SE,LS * are budget crippled versions you dont touch with anything.
specs show only 4 data piplines which is how they cut corners
the full x300 is so-so but the le is death to gaming according to game site reviews
Alias_X
ok, well I am pretty serious about hte dell xps which i think is hte first link.
Loviatar
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ok, well I am pretty serious about hte dell xps which i think is hte first link.
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it is better than the one i have now but i am in the process of putting together one right now that will.........maybe come close to it 
Alias_X
do you think it will run powerfull games like GW, HL2 and hte rest?
acidic
X300SE = probably something like a FX5200LE equivalent if theres such a thing, thats how bad it is..
That xps will play modern games fine, although I think you should see if you can get an amd dual core as its much better than intel's dual cores, and Amd is acknowledged to be better at gaming than intel. The 6800 is pci-express which means its cannot be unlocked.
That xps will play modern games fine, although I think you should see if you can get an amd dual core as its much better than intel's dual cores, and Amd is acknowledged to be better at gaming than intel. The 6800 is pci-express which means its cannot be unlocked.
Alias_X
If my computer keeps screwing up and I don't want to put more time into it, I am going to get one of hte folowing, the XMS, or the specs of the first computer I listed. I know you will say, why go for the crappy first one, but if it will run guild wars, and otehr games, I will be saving a lot of money. The first one was good up until the graphics card, but do you think that with the 1gb of ram, the graphics card wont matteR?
ZennZero
No, the graphics card will always matter for a 3D accelterated game. Now having said that, you could probably squeak by for the time being and upgrade down the road when you have a few hundred extra to spend.
Alias_X
I think thats what I might do, because its about half the price of the Dell. Do you know if it is upgradable, ram wise and graphics card wise? link: http://www.officemax.com/max/solutio...OID=1611251895
Alias_X
is the Intel GMA900 any better than the siswhatever?
carnivore
stop buying from dell...really
your processor should befine, even if its a sempron..
that first system you made($1700) will run gw fine. the second one is iffy. if ur running pci express and still on a budget, the 6600gt is the way to go
your processor should befine, even if its a sempron..
that first system you made($1700) will run gw fine. the second one is iffy. if ur running pci express and still on a budget, the 6600gt is the way to go
Alias_X
Alright, another update!
I am just about to buy http://www.officemax.com/max/soluti...kOID=1611251895
The way I see it is that even though the graphics card isn't great, etc. The computer I was running GW on was a Geforce 2 MX with 256mb Ram, and it ran GW fine, so I don't think system specs can get much worse. The compaq has 3 pci slots, Im not sure about PCI express, but if I wan't to later, I think I will be able to upgrade the graphics card(correct this if it is wrong). Also, I am not looking for an extreme gaming computer, but rather, one that will get me by. I would like opinions about if this comp is upgradable, and if anyone who plays GW right now runs it on a graphics card similar to the SIS.
I am just about to buy http://www.officemax.com/max/soluti...kOID=1611251895
The way I see it is that even though the graphics card isn't great, etc. The computer I was running GW on was a Geforce 2 MX with 256mb Ram, and it ran GW fine, so I don't think system specs can get much worse. The compaq has 3 pci slots, Im not sure about PCI express, but if I wan't to later, I think I will be able to upgrade the graphics card(correct this if it is wrong). Also, I am not looking for an extreme gaming computer, but rather, one that will get me by. I would like opinions about if this comp is upgradable, and if anyone who plays GW right now runs it on a graphics card similar to the SIS.
Loviatar
this one you mentioned has an AGP slot (check with the company to confirm that you actually can upgrade to an AGP card in the future.
http://www.officemax.com/max/solutio...OID=1611251895
the latest link you gave does not work
Saner the Stoner
Try the 10 hour Demo in regards to system specs and graphics etc...
http://buy.ati.com/myprofile/gw_index.asp
http://buy.ati.com/myprofile/gw_index.asp
Alias_X
It worked when I clicked on it in your post, but not when I click on it in my post.
Tmm Ryan
Your pc is fine. its Just your graphics card that is letting you down. My System specs are very similar to yourselve, but mine snot intergrated.
Alias_X
I know the graphics card is the only bad thing, what I want to know is if you think that will get in the way of me playing with LOW settings?
Serafita Kayin
The SiS will have issues with Guild Wars. One of the reasons is that it has proprietary 3D support and not "real" support. It basically emulates OpenGL or Direct3D, resulting in big perforance hits.
It's a piece, basically, and even a 6200 will make a HUGE difference in how you play the game. Those specs with a 6200 would net spectacular results...
It's a piece, basically, and even a 6200 will make a HUGE difference in how you play the game. Those specs with a 6200 would net spectacular results...
funbun
Dude, GW isn't a very demanding game. I'm running a AMD 3000 clawhammer with a 9600 PRo. All settings on max. Plus my computer is a vent server for my guild. I don't lag or nothing.
Ghost3
Dell Inspiron laptop, 512 Mb ram, integrated Intel Graphics.
Slow-ish and stuttery on lowest graphics settings, kinda like D2 with medium dialup connection.
But.....playable But it's just the backup for the wife's comp
Slow-ish and stuttery on lowest graphics settings, kinda like D2 with medium dialup connection.
But.....playable
But it's just the backup for the wife's comp
Thorin
Alias, if you are going to spend $1500 on a computer, find someone that can build you one. You could have a MUCH better computer for that amount of money, than any brand name PC could offer. That's just my 2 cents.
ZennZero
If you buy that system from office max, maybe it would just be best to sink another $100 or so into an inexpensive graphics card and install it yourself. Its quite easy.
As an example, Radeon 9600XT $80:
http://www.geeks.com/details.asp?inv...T-256A&cat=VCD
With the system you are interested in and that video card you should be able to run all graphics settings at max.
As an example, Radeon 9600XT $80:
http://www.geeks.com/details.asp?inv...T-256A&cat=VCD
With the system you are interested in and that video card you should be able to run all graphics settings at max.
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