New computer - Page 2

robertthebard · 02-18-2006, 09:17 PM

Cool, but how can Intel run hotter than Intel? I'm probably doomed for asking, but...

Larry_OHF · 02-18-2006, 09:20 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by robertthebard:
Cool, but how can Intel run hotter than Intel? I'm probably doomed for asking, but...

~ Now where is that Delete Trolling Member button...~

[ 02-18-2006, 09:21 PM: Message edited by: Larry_OHF ]

robertthebard · 02-18-2006, 11:02 PM

[img]graemlins/hidesbehindsofa.gif[/img] Who, where?

Sir Goulum · 02-18-2006, 11:37 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Larry_OHF:
PS..."he said it was a top of the line"...ROFL. What a liar.

Well, I don't know if it was a 5200 but it was for sure a Nvidia.

RoSs_bg2_rox · 02-19-2006, 06:52 AM

Robertthebard - the FX5200 is the only 5200, you simply get different brands. [img]smile.gif[/img]

Larry - Intel chips do run hotter than AMD, and while Intel are better for encoding in general, the same can be said that AMD are better for gaming.

Sir G - as for Socket 939, you should enquire, it would be cheaper than the Intel and you can put the money towards a nice new graphics card. As a minimum go for a 6600gt (none of the FX cards, they're all past it) and preferably get a 6800gt + if you'd like to run all the new games on top graphics settings. Other than that, looks not bad.

Sir Goulum · 02-19-2006, 01:03 PM

Well, I do have an extra $400 I can spend, so I could get a better video card if I wanted to.
So I guess I'll do that, and anything else you guys suggest?

shamrock_uk · 02-19-2006, 01:56 PM

I did find this site quite useful if you're looking for something to arm yourself against the salesman with.

[ 02-19-2006, 01:56 PM: Message edited by: shamrock_uk ]

Sir Goulum · 02-19-2006, 02:14 PM

*sigh*

I trust the salesman, so I don't need to *arm* myself with anything.

Sir Degrader · 02-19-2006, 02:18 PM

You should still read it, its interesting and informative.

Sir Goulum · 02-19-2006, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Sir Degrader:
You should still read it, its interesting and informative.

Oh, I still read it. I just don't feel the need to 'arm' myself against the salesman, who is my friends dad, in order to get the best computer I can. Besides, I can usually tell if someone is out to make commission off me (no, I won't buy the no name brand tv and get the 4 year extended warranty).

02-18-2006, 09:17 PM	#11
robertthebard Xanathar Thieves Guild Join Date: March 17, 2001 Location: Wichita, KS USA Age: 62 Posts: 4,537	Cool, but how can Intel run hotter than Intel? I'm probably doomed for asking, but... __________________ To those we have lost; May your spirits fly free. Interesting read, one of my blogs.

02-18-2006, 11:02 PM	#13
robertthebard Xanathar Thieves Guild Join Date: March 17, 2001 Location: Wichita, KS USA Age: 62 Posts: 4,537	[img]graemlins/hidesbehindsofa.gif[/img] Who, where? __________________ To those we have lost; May your spirits fly free. Interesting read, one of my blogs.

02-19-2006, 06:52 AM	#15
RoSs_bg2_rox Zartan Join Date: May 20, 2003 Location: Near Aberdeen, Scotland Age: 36 Posts: 5,225	Robertthebard - the FX5200 is the only 5200, you simply get different brands. [img]smile.gif[/img] Larry - Intel chips do run hotter than AMD, and while Intel are better for encoding in general, the same can be said that AMD are better for gaming. Sir G - as for Socket 939, you should enquire, it would be cheaper than the Intel and you can put the money towards a nice new graphics card. As a minimum go for a 6600gt (none of the FX cards, they're all past it) and preferably get a 6800gt + if you'd like to run all the new games on top graphics settings. Other than that, looks not bad. __________________ [img]\"http://img.ranchoweb.com/images/ladyzekke/dragonwater2.gif\" alt=\" - \" />

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Computer question from the computer illiterate:	krunchyfrogg	General Discussion	17	02-12-2005 07:45 AM
Need a bit computer help..	Kakero	General Conversation Archives (11/2000 - 01/2005)	3	04-18-2004 10:15 PM
How much of a computer wiz are you?	Bozos of Bones	General Discussion	8	08-20-2003 12:20 PM
Computer HELP! Please...	Gabriel	General Conversation Archives (11/2000 - 01/2005)	15	07-20-2003 02:57 PM
new computer	morningstar	Wizards & Warriors Forum	2	01-22-2003 10:19 PM

02-19-2006, 01:03 PM	#16
Sir Goulum John Locke Join Date: February 7, 2002 Location: Edmonton, Canada Age: 36 Posts: 8,985	Well, I do have an extra $400 I can spend, so I could get a better video card if I wanted to. So I guess I'll do that, and anything else you guys suggest?

02-19-2006, 01:56 PM	#17
shamrock_uk Dracolich Join Date: January 24, 2004 Location: UK Age: 42 Posts: 3,092	I did find this site quite useful if you're looking for something to arm yourself against the salesman with. [ 02-19-2006, 01:56 PM: Message edited by: shamrock_uk ]

02-19-2006, 02:14 PM	#18
Sir Goulum John Locke Join Date: February 7, 2002 Location: Edmonton, Canada Age: 36 Posts: 8,985	sigh I trust the salesman, so I don't need to arm myself with anything.

02-19-2006, 02:18 PM	#19
Sir Degrader Thoth - Egyptian God of Wisdom Join Date: November 3, 2001 Location: Canada Age: 64 Posts: 2,871	You should still read it, its interesting and informative.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)