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beasthacker Master Cheater
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Posted: Mon Feb 25, 2008 11:09 pm Post subject: do i need to upgrade my graphics card or mabe my whole comp? |
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i bought this comp around a year ago and the more newer game i try sometimes dont seem work or says i need a newer graphics card
i still have the sticker on the side of my comp case witch has the specs
and tis was exactly what was on the graphics part
integrated ATI radeon express 200 hypermemory graphics supporting 256mb |
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superweapons Grandmaster Cheater Supreme
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Posted: Mon Feb 25, 2008 11:15 pm Post subject: |
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You might need an entire system upgrade based on your specs. But your computer shouldn't be too bad. Check the specs of your system.
The graphics card is what mostly affects gaming performance, right now integrated graphics have a very hard time playing games. Get a new graphics card. |
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beasthacker Master Cheater
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Posted: Mon Feb 25, 2008 11:20 pm Post subject: |
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ok well i was thinking of getting a whole new pc
but i think it would be easier getting a graphics card upgrade
what graphics card would u suggest? |
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superweapons Grandmaster Cheater Supreme
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Posted: Mon Feb 25, 2008 11:24 pm Post subject: |
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| It depends on your graphic needs. And the resolution/screen size of your monitor. Generally, the 9600GT/8800GT is good for almost everybody, if you can afford it, that it. |
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beasthacker Master Cheater
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Posted: Mon Feb 25, 2008 11:29 pm Post subject: |
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ok well i have a 19 inch lcd widscreen moniter so i think that may make a difference
so yeh mabe ill go with what u said
how much it cost? |
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superweapons Grandmaster Cheater Supreme
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Posted: Mon Feb 25, 2008 11:33 pm Post subject: |
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$180-$220
This technology is some of the newest stuff, but still, in terms of value, these two cards are still the best. |
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beasthacker Master Cheater
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Posted: Mon Feb 25, 2008 11:34 pm Post subject: |
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ok then
ill have a think about it
thnx for the help  |
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Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 9:11 am Post subject: |
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Depends, lets say you upgrade your ram, it might cost more if its DDR.. if u put in DDR2 your motherboard might not be able to support it..
So then you gotta change the motherboard, but most likely the processor..
If your going for intense gaming you should get a new PC _________________
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beasthacker Master Cheater
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Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 3:27 pm Post subject: |
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mabe because im looking around for a new pc or i could make my own pc?
is it possible for me to buy the parts and a professional to put together? _________________
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ravicus Master Cheater
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Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 3:56 pm Post subject: |
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Why get a professional to put it together, easy. _________________
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NeverForgotten Grandmaster Cheater Supreme
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Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 4:35 pm Post subject: |
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| ravicus wrote: | | Why get a professional to put it together, easy. |
not if u have no shit experience with pcs...
yes professional culd do it _________________
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beasthacker Master Cheater
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Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 5:33 pm Post subject: |
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ahh k so thats easy
if i have a budget of 1300 is that enough money to get the stuff i need for a top pc _________________
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Madman I post too much
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Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 5:37 pm Post subject: |
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It's close, do you need monitor/keyboard/mouse/etc? _________________
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beasthacker Master Cheater
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Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 5:39 pm Post subject: |
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no i dont think so
i have a hp 19 inch lcd widescreen
good keyboard
lasr mouse _________________
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Madman I post too much
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Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 5:44 pm Post subject: |
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I'll probably make up a nice setup for you, unless you don't plan on buying right now. _________________
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