bottleneck for PC games performance - another "I'm getting new PC" thread - Page 6

Bozos of Bones · 09-12-2006, 07:49 AM

Why? Are you scared of the supposed hard-drive useage limitations? [img]tongue.gif[/img]

Hivetyrant · 09-12-2006, 07:53 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Bozos of Bones:
Why? Are you scared of the supposed hard-drive useage limitations? [img]tongue.gif[/img]

Nah, the motherboards they use crash and freeze plenty (apparently)

[ 09-12-2006, 07:54 AM: Message edited by: Hivetyrant ]

Sir Krustin · 09-15-2006, 07:29 PM

I just saw an advertisment for a new model of the XPS 700. They've fixed a lot of the problems I noticed with the older models. They have a 1066 FSB and 2 GB of fast ram - although the cpu is a 2.13ghz (vs. the 2.93 ghz of the Area 51). The price is in the ballpark, too.

Falcon NW makes some nice systems, but as someone else said, you pay through the nose. To get a system comparable to an Area-51 series 7500 you have to spend 1500-2000 more, *not* a good deal.

They do use top quality parts though, and they make every effort to provide a first-class experience. The way they install parts and route cables is a thing of beauty.

...and both Alienware and FNW have their fair share of stability problems. I've heard good and bad about both. I have zero experience with FNW service, but Alienware has kick-ass service.

[ 09-15-2006, 07:35 PM: Message edited by: Sir Krustin ]

ZFR · 09-21-2006, 07:29 AM

I've been much busier than I thought. been in Poland a week now and still haven't got to buying the new PC. In fact didnt even have time to post here (my first opost other than the one in Groljach's thread).

Hopefully in a few days I'll be buying the new comp. Will post more questions about specs then.

Bozos of Bones · 09-21-2006, 07:50 AM

What PC do you have now? If it's not too weak(older than 3 years), I suggest you hold on to it for about 4 more months. DDR3, DX10 and other goodies approach.

ZFR · 09-21-2006, 08:17 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Bozos of Bones:
What PC do you have now? If it's not too weak(older than 3 years), I suggest you hold on to it for about 4 more months. DDR3, DX10 and other goodies approach.

I don't really have any now. I doubt I'll be able to wait a few months.

Bozos of Bones · 09-21-2006, 08:22 AM

Ah. That explains it. In that case, try not to take the best graphics card, processor or memory, as those are the components that are likely to be made obsolete soon.
EDIT: Just had another sex change. This one even changed my species.

[ 09-21-2006, 08:53 AM: Message edited by: Bozos of Bones ]

ZFR · 09-21-2006, 05:58 PM

OK I put the thread here
http://www.ironworksforum.com/ubb/no...;f=34;t=003877

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09-15-2006, 07:29 PM	#53
Sir Krustin Symbol of Cyric Join Date: September 15, 2002 Location: Peterborough, ON, CANADA Age: 61 Posts: 1,394	I just saw an advertisment for a new model of the XPS 700. They've fixed a lot of the problems I noticed with the older models. They have a 1066 FSB and 2 GB of fast ram - although the cpu is a 2.13ghz (vs. the 2.93 ghz of the Area 51). The price is in the ballpark, too. Falcon NW makes some nice systems, but as someone else said, you pay through the nose. To get a system comparable to an Area-51 series 7500 you have to spend 1500-2000 more, not a good deal. They do use top quality parts though, and they make every effort to provide a first-class experience. The way they install parts and route cables is a thing of beauty. ...and both Alienware and FNW have their fair share of stability problems. I've heard good and bad about both. I have zero experience with FNW service, but Alienware has kick-ass service. [ 09-15-2006, 07:35 PM: Message edited by: Sir Krustin ] __________________ If I say \"Eject!\" and you say \"Huh?\" - you\'ll be talking to yourself! - Maj. Bannister, <b>Steel Tiger</b>

09-21-2006, 07:29 AM	#54
ZFR Legion Symbol Join Date: February 14, 2002 Location: Ireland Age: 40 Posts: 7,368	I've been much busier than I thought. been in Poland a week now and still haven't got to buying the new PC. In fact didnt even have time to post here (my first opost other than the one in Groljach's thread). Hopefully in a few days I'll be buying the new comp. Will post more questions about specs then. __________________ ZFR

09-21-2006, 07:50 AM	#55
Bozos of Bones Apophis Join Date: July 29, 2003 Location: The Underdark cavern of Zagreb Age: 38 Posts: 4,679	What PC do you have now? If it's not too weak(older than 3 years), I suggest you hold on to it for about 4 more months. DDR3, DX10 and other goodies approach. __________________ MAKE LOVE, NOT SPAM!

09-21-2006, 08:22 AM	#57
Bozos of Bones Apophis Join Date: July 29, 2003 Location: The Underdark cavern of Zagreb Age: 38 Posts: 4,679	Ah. That explains it. In that case, try not to take the best graphics card, processor or memory, as those are the components that are likely to be made obsolete soon. EDIT: Just had another sex change. This one even changed my species. [ 09-21-2006, 08:53 AM: Message edited by: Bozos of Bones ] __________________ MAKE LOVE, NOT SPAM!

09-21-2006, 05:58 PM	#58
ZFR Legion Symbol Join Date: February 14, 2002 Location: Ireland Age: 40 Posts: 7,368	OK I put the thread here http://www.ironworksforum.com/ubb/no...;f=34;t=003877 __________________ ZFR

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