Building a gaming pc

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Hi there
I would like to hear you're thoughts concerning building a gaming
machine. I'm going to build one but need some ideas on hardware,
motherboards, processors etc... in otherwords how would you build an
ultimate gaming pc.

Thanks in advance for you're suggestions and advice.
Ruethdae
 
Rue said:
Hi there
I would like to hear you're thoughts concerning building a gaming
machine. I'm going to build one but need some ideas on hardware,
motherboards, processors etc... in otherwords how would you build an
ultimate gaming pc.

Thanks in advance for you're suggestions and advice.
Ruethdae
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Not everything here is a great idea, but it should get you started.
With a 32 bit OS, the video cards make quite a dent in the available
address space, and 4GB of RAM is hardly worthwhile in that case.
2GB of RAM is a better fit with the two graphics cards here.
And you don't absolutely need liquid cooling, as long as
the case you use, has sufficient room for cooling fans.
And you aren't on some extreme overclocking adventure.

http://www.alienware.com/product_de...?SysCode=PC-AREA51-ALX-R6&SubCode=SKU-DEFAULT

I didn't price out that system, but usually they have at least
$1000 of profit for themselves.

Paul
 
Hi there
I would like to hear you're thoughts concerning building a gaming
machine. I'm going to build one but need some ideas on hardware,
motherboards, processors etc... in otherwords how would you build an
ultimate gaming pc.

Thanks in advance for you're suggestions and advice.
Ruethdae
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Start off with a set amount of cash. "Ultimate" might mean you have
$5000 to spend? A budget gaming machine is around $1000 and more
challenging to build with quality components.
 
Rue said:
I would like to hear you're thoughts concerning building a gaming
machine. I'm going to build one but need some ideas on hardware,
motherboards, processors etc... in otherwords how would you build an
ultimate gaming pc.
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Look at some recent articles in PC magazine and Maximum PC. They both have
built "ultimate gaming machines" recently.
 
Hi there
I would like to hear you're thoughts concerning building a gaming
machine. I'm going to build one but need some ideas on hardware,
motherboards, processors etc... in otherwords how would you build an
ultimate gaming pc.

Thanks in advance for you're suggestions and advice. Ruethdae
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Me too! But if you're thinking first person shooter games then Xbox or
PS3. I like RTS games not usually suited for the Xbox, WII or PS3 and I
also watch HDTV videos on the PC, so I can use an upgrade from my AMD 64-
3000. But if you're only playing FPS games then Xbox, Wii or PS/3.
 
BigJim said:
for about 2 grand you can build a very nice machine with an 8800 video.
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Maybe; maybe not...

I just ordered parts for a "middle-of-the-road" system (E6850, 2 GB, single
X1950 Pro, single Raptor, 24" Samsung...), and they cost $2200. If you go
for a Core 2 Extreme, add $1000; dual graphics (Crossfire or SLI) will go
another $400-800, RAID 0 another $200... Expect more like $5000 for an
"ultimate" machine...
 
"Ultimate" ultimately depends upon your budget. When considering high
performance, system cooling and power are where many try to save money
and that doesn't work. A case that is capable of filtering dust and
moving a lot air (or liquid cooling) and a power supply that will
provide consistent reliable power will eliminate a lot of problems over
time.

Windows Vista has a performance rating system that gives a simple
benchmark of a computer's capability, and a recommended rating to run
specific programs. On the system I just built, the processor (an AMD AM2
5200+) is the "weak" link ( a rating of 5.1 of a possible 5.9). All
other components maxed out. Dual Raptors in RAID 0, 4 GB PC800 RAM,
640MB 8800 GTS OC Video. The power supply is rated at 600W, with 3 12V
rails @ 18A per with a total rating of 50A.

Obviously, the system I built could be improved upon- especially the
processor and the video card (the GTX version w/more video memory).
There is other hardware in the system using power and memory, but not
important to the question you asked. The whole thing cost just under
$2000. It will not play all games on the market now, because I'm using
64 bit Vista, so there are compatibility issues with some games. Newer
games however, run flawlessly- I've got 50+ hours on BIOSHOCK with all
the DirectX 10 graphics maxed out and haven't had a single problem- runs
smooth, looks great.


Whatever components you decide to use, make sure you build in
reliability to go along with performance- you won't be happy traveling
at light speed into a BSOD because of overheating or inadequate power.

Good luck-
 
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