buyin a computer soon and...
Created 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:27:53 UTC by
Ansith
Created 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:27:53 UTC by
Ansith
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:27:53 UTC
Post #139208
well im buying a new computer soon and i would like to know what a good combo that is cheap and will run hl would be,like the video card,prossesor,etc
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:33:11 UTC
Post #139209
This is the thousand "new computer" thread in TWHL, stop spamming twhl. Only if it's really importent to somebody.(if you wanted to make a mod with somebody but you couldn't cause your computer sucked) 
Congratulations anyway!
P.s: Don't say,"look who's talking",or something like that for I allready know that I'm a spammer.
Congratulations anyway!
P.s: Don't say,"look who's talking",or something like that for I allready know that I'm a spammer.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:34:54 UTC
Post #139210
well it is kinda important cause i dont wanna get computer parts and stuff thay wont run hl2 and hl1 proply
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:35:56 UTC
Post #139211
Then you're lucky I'm not a mod! 
I would have closed this thread. 
Next time talk to the point!
I would have closed this thread. Next time talk to the point!
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:37:44 UTC
Post #139212
ok thats fine with me get a mod to close it all i wanted was some advise
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:41:11 UTC
Post #139214
No after you told me what you wanted by opening this thread I don't think this thread should be closed! 
Tell us which hardware your computer has so we could help you!
Tell us which hardware your computer has so we could help you!
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:44:59 UTC
Post #139215
ok well its an old 1 atm very crap and i just gotta find the specs
edit: where can i see then i dont remember
edit: where can i see then i dont remember
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:47:35 UTC
Post #139216
run dxdiag :
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:48:17 UTC
Post #139217
Whoops haven't read your first post carefully! 
Thought it's one of those "I've got a new computer" threads! Sorry. 
Thought it's one of those "I've got a new computer" threads! Sorry. 
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:49:14 UTC
Post #139218
Ansith, where in Aussie do you live, I can make a fast computer for around $700, without monitor of course, you can use flat screen 17 inch acer for around $300, so total package would see $1,000 .....pm me if interested ok
[edit] *where can I see them, my computor/properties
[edit] *where can I see them, my computor/properties
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:52:39 UTC
Post #139219
Elon Yariv: This thread is not spam. It's a valid question that could spawn interesting discussions.
Your posts, however, are. Don't post something if you don't have anything relative to add to the thread. And, for gods fucking sake, stop using smileyls.
pwned.text, all I say.
Your posts, however, are. Don't post something if you don't have anything relative to add to the thread. And, for gods fucking sake, stop using smileyls.
pwned.text, all I say.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:52:42 UTC
Post #139220
thanks hunter
ok i got 128mb ram
amd-k6-2 prosessor 400mhz
a rage 128 pro 4xl ati video card
creative sound blaster pci sound card
and im running on windows 2000
ok i got 128mb ram
amd-k6-2 prosessor 400mhz
a rage 128 pro 4xl ati video card
creative sound blaster pci sound card
and im running on windows 2000
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:54:04 UTC
Post #139222
I said I was sorry when I noticed it was off topic! (NO SMILIE)
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:54:12 UTC
Post #139223
BUILD a computer, prebuilt computers are overpriced pieces of shit.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:54:43 UTC
Post #139224
Not everybody knows how,m0p!
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:54:56 UTC
Post #139225
omg Ansith
....indeed in need of upgrade !
....indeed in need of upgrade !
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 07:56:00 UTC
Post #139226
yea so true got it a wile ago my moniter is goin a bit greenish as well
edit: i live in brisbane btw
edit: i live in brisbane btw
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:00:52 UTC
Post #139229
I suggest going for a decent high-end system. So, get a Socket 939 CPU (AMD64's are a good choice) at least a gig of RAM (can't go wrong with two gigs though) and a DX9 card to enjoy the shader effects in HL2.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:01:26 UTC
Post #139231
Building computers is so fucking easy. It's not like you have to fabricate the CPU by hand, and solder the PSU yourself by hand. Wow, it's so difficult to plug a few cards in, and use a screwdrivers! [/sarcasm]
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:03:17 UTC
Post #139232
ant do you know any of the prices of those?
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:05:05 UTC
Post #139233
For a decent PC, you're gonna be looking at nearly two grand. Wouldn't be wise to skimp on things.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:05:30 UTC
Post #139234
Doesn't so so hard, m0p! But I never tried it before.
I don't think I'll change my computer soon, I'm happy with my pentuim 3!
I don't think I'll change my computer soon, I'm happy with my pentuim 3!
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:07:33 UTC
Post #139235
ok Ansith, I live in Adelaide,
built my own computer, its not that hard (realy), you can buy all parts from places like IT-warehouse.
the computer box, mother board, proccessor (latest "AMD" are good), DDR RAM 512 or go for 1 gig, recordable CD-rom/DVD drive, dont need floppy, network card (about $10 dollars), good sound card, Radion 9600xt graphics card good set of speakers and just get an acer 17 inch flat screen monitor, all this cost me was $1,000 Dollars
built my own computer, its not that hard (realy), you can buy all parts from places like IT-warehouse.
the computer box, mother board, proccessor (latest "AMD" are good), DDR RAM 512 or go for 1 gig, recordable CD-rom/DVD drive, dont need floppy, network card (about $10 dollars), good sound card, Radion 9600xt graphics card good set of speakers and just get an acer 17 inch flat screen monitor, all this cost me was $1,000 Dollars
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:07:35 UTC
Post #139236
hmmm sound good 
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:09:46 UTC
Post #139237
TFT's are a marketing scam. You wanna pickup a good CRT.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:10:25 UTC
Post #139238
dont need floppyBoo! Yes you do!
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:11:42 UTC
Post #139239
oh! ok floppy if you must!!
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:17:42 UTC
Post #139244
yea i should be able to get that
edit: and if anyone else has anymore suggestions please tell me
edit: and if anyone else has anymore suggestions please tell me
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:21:46 UTC
Post #139247
I recently bought myself a few new parts. You should be looking for new parts, and just upgrading instead of a new PC. You should get something above 3Ghz, (at least) 1GB of memory, a nice new motherboard and a fairly recent/good video card (try the 6600GT or x800 for a budget card that'll run decently with HL2 max settings). I bought something similar for 900 bucks. Fairly cheap.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:26:48 UTC
Post #139249
You should NEVER judge a CPU by it's clockspeed. A decent Pentium 4 should be at least 3.4GHz. A decent A64 should be at least 2.4GHz, and a decent Pentium-M should be at least 1.8GHz (preferably overclock it to 2.7, not difficult unless you lack basic computer skills :x).
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:28:53 UTC
Post #139251
You should NEVER judge a CPU by it's clockspeeder. Sorreh.
What I meant was to get a Pentium 4 over 3GHz, or an AMD over a 3000+. Or something.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:36:49 UTC
Post #139253
my video card that ive got at the moment shouldent be running directx 9.0c should it?
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:39:11 UTC
Post #139254
m0p, you must remember that not all of us have the equivelant of 'the money cheat' in real life
I couldnt afford a 3.4Ghz processor if i saved up for a year!
Just spent ?190 on an upgrade and i still cant play HL2 on full graphics.
I couldnt afford a 3.4Ghz processor if i saved up for a year!
Just spent ?190 on an upgrade and i still cant play HL2 on full graphics.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 08:40:43 UTC
Post #139256
what do you need for it to play on full?
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 09:08:36 UTC
Post #139259
Depends what resolution. Even a 9800xt + 3.4GHz P4 + 1GB of RAM should be able to play HL2 with everything at max (bar AA and AF, and at 1024x768.) with 2xAA and 4xAF.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 09:21:43 UTC
Post #139261
Well all I can suggest is:
Cpu should be 3.5Ghz+
Ram should be 1gb+
Graphics - 256mb or 128 if you really can't afford a 256 one.
Sound card - not very necesary unless you're working with music, sounds, etc.
I'm not a pro at computer technology, but I'm gonna buy a new one soon and that's my min. requirement plan.
And it's really way cheaper to buy a computer in parts and then assemble it. It might take you one evening if you're not experienced, but you will save some cash.
Cpu should be 3.5Ghz+
Ram should be 1gb+
Graphics - 256mb or 128 if you really can't afford a 256 one.
Sound card - not very necesary unless you're working with music, sounds, etc.
I'm not a pro at computer technology, but I'm gonna buy a new one soon and that's my min. requirement plan.
And it's really way cheaper to buy a computer in parts and then assemble it. It might take you one evening if you're not experienced, but you will save some cash.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 09:25:46 UTC
Post #139263
stop spamming twhlLook who's talking..
Depends what resolution. Even a 9800xt + 3.4GHz P4 + 1GB of RAM should be able to play HL2 with everything at max (bar AA and AF, and at 1024x768.) with 2xAA and 4xAFAmen
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 09:32:38 UTC
Post #139266
For a decent PC, you're gonna be looking at nearly two grand.no. wrong. I got a laptop with an athlon64+60gig hd+15.4" screen+512mb for $1500.
Depends what resolution. Even a 9800xt + 3.4GHz P4 + 1GB of RAM should be able to play HL2 with everything at maxradeon igp, 3.2ghz p4, 512mb ram shared with video card, and I can run hl2 @ 1280x800!
Spend some money, ansith. It'll be worth it in the long run, because you won't have to spend as much on upgrades later.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 10:57:09 UTC
Post #139286
Daubster, GFX RAM doesn't make a different over 256MB at the moment. And never judge a GFX card by it's RAM capacity. a X800XTPE with 256MB of RAM is far superior to a 9800XT with 256MB of RAM.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 11:01:54 UTC
Post #139289
Oh, and don't underestimate hd speed (especially if you're lacking in ram) because a slow hd slows everything down! Get as fast a hd as you can afford (>=7200 rpm)
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 11:07:15 UTC
Post #139291
And never judge a GFX card by it's RAMYea.. Forgot to mention that it depends on the card itself.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 11:10:02 UTC
Post #139293
I use a Radeon 9800 Pro
XP Proffessional
Dell 8300
Processor: Intel Pentium 4 CPU 3.20 GHz (2 CPU)
2 Gigs
Direct X 9
Works fine on full graphics...
1280x800!
XP Proffessional
Dell 8300
Processor: Intel Pentium 4 CPU 3.20 GHz (2 CPU)
2 Gigs
Direct X 9
Works fine on full graphics...
1280x800!
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 11:11:35 UTC
Post #139294
Nice specs.. 
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 11:11:42 UTC
Post #139295
and if you do buy from a major computer company, don't buy from gateway/emachines. My first laptop was emachines, mobo toasted itself 4 times! Then I got a sony. They're good.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 11:54:37 UTC
Post #139309
habboi, but with AA and AF? They are a huuuuge performance hit. By the way, get a real computer. Dell are the Walmart of the computer market.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 12:16:37 UTC
Post #139310
True but well you don't understand my situation...
I admit it lags a bit but hardly once the system gets in to it!
I admit it lags a bit but hardly once the system gets in to it!
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 13:58:28 UTC
Post #139331
I'm with Ant and m0p in pretty all regards. Building a PC is not hard, and it gets easier all the time. All you need is a screwdriver. Really.
My advice: don't skimp on anything. Computers are complicated things. One lousy part can screw you over.
My advice: don't skimp on anything. Computers are complicated things. One lousy part can screw you over.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 18:34:26 UTC
Post #139389
m0p, you must remember that not all of us have the equivelant of 'the money cheat' in real lifeThis is where work comes in ;]
I'm in the same boat/wagon/blackhack/whatever as Ant and m0p and Seventh - It's so freaking easy. I built a computer when I was in seventh grade or some shit.
Check TigerDirect, NewEgg, etc for deals on parts and the like. Most everyone else has made valuable suggestions.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 19:04:57 UTC
Post #139396
My computer is all custom. I built it myself when I was 12. Its easy.
Posted 19 years ago2005-10-04 23:21:34 UTC
Post #139421
Trapt: It'd be stupid to merely upgrade the parts for a PC as old as his. He'd be better off getting a brand new one.
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