Building a Gaming Computer [HELP]

vipor · 12-28-2009, 03:44 PM

I've never had an issue with a Samsung product, even their first generation DLPs back in the day. (worked at the DFW a/v distributor for the line at the time.) I currently own a 24" LCD for the PC and a 55" LED TV, both Samsung, both F-L-A-W-L-E-S-S. (

)

LG makes a good product, and their panels are perfect (they are also a panel mfg.). I've heard reviews from my A/V customers that the processing is lacking somewhat. We're talking about comparing $5k top-of-the-line TVs though. On a smaller scale I doubt it's noticeable at all.

You say the monitor has a 2mil:1 dynamic contrast, but do you know the actual contrast, brightness, or latency? Contrast is nice, and with the technology going around gigantic dynamic numbers are all around, but brightness will also play a big factor.

bigaudiofanat · 12-28-2009, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maxima09

I like it. I have an Alienware desktop, quad core etc, and I have the raptor setup, very smooth. I didn't go SSD because it was overpriced in the configurator (this is 6 months ago) but I read they are generally fast. Looks like a solid system.

I do not care for alien ware now that they are owed by dell.

bigaudiofanat · 12-28-2009, 03:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks

You can definitely save some money on a gaming rig by using the previous generation CPU, and there really aren't any games that are truely multi-core enabled yet (or CPU bottle-necked). But from the other side of things, by purchasing the new technology now you will save the hassle of upgrading the motherboard and CPU again in 18 months when the games start to catch up. Quad-core definitely helps out if you are doing other things like video editing, video encoding.

Also I think that the i7's from intel are sort of overkill on no need for them. I have been with amd for a long time now and still prefer them over intel. They are cheaper and they can be overclocked if wanted or need be.

I also think that computer parts and peoples opinions on them are crazy. Meaning that there are millions of opinions but you should get what you want. My also recommendation is ati but a lot of people say that nvidia has faster ones. Me I know that but I choose to stick with a company that I trust. Not saying that nvidia is bad but I just prefer ati.

molamann · 12-28-2009, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat

I do not care for alien ware now that they are owed by dell.

Well and the fact that every rich kids in middle school/high school had an Alienware.

vipor · 12-28-2009, 04:27 PM

alienware wasn't really around when i was in HS. and i'm young. lol. all the geeks and such had self-built PCs and everyone else just had their parent's comp.

theDreamer · 12-28-2009, 04:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vipor

alienware wasn't really around when i was in HS. and i'm young. lol. all the geeks and such had self-built PCs and everyone else just had their parent's comp.

Alienware has been around for years, but pre-Dell ownership it was considered a luxury PC. Similar brands
~VoodooPC
~Falcon NW
~Maingear (more modern name)
Basically they built computers and made them actually look good, instead of your generic beige case or crappy plastic POS.

vipor · 12-28-2009, 04:38 PM

i like Falcon, but they are SOOOOO overpriced. Sabre makes good lappys if you wanna "build" them [online]

vipor · 12-28-2009, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by theDreamer

Alienware has been around for years, but pre-Dell ownership it was considered a luxury PC. Similar brands
~VoodooPC
~Falcon NW
~Maingear (more modern name)
Basically they built computers and made them actually look good, instead of your generic beige case or crappy plastic POS.

founded in 96, purchased by dell in 06. didn't catch on until 00-02. i graduated may 00.

molamann · 12-28-2009, 05:28 PM

I started freshmen year in HS at 2001.

Equinox · 12-29-2009, 02:12 PM

My Compy specs validated

Here's my computer validated by CPU-Z, I went ahead and overclocked the i7 920 (2.66GHz) up to 3.81GHz, as it shows. I'm currently testing the stability of the system, so we'll see in a few hours as I run my torture tests (prime95)

The Intel X25-m SSD hasn't arrived yet, it will get here Jan4, Monday, so I went ahead and installed Windows 7 64bit on the WD Velociraptor 300GB drive until it does. I also went ahead and ordered 2 more storage drives. WD 7200RPM 1TB each, puts my total storage to 2,380GB, or 2.38 Terabytes. Woot. I remember in 98 I believe, being on Napster, and the total amount of music being shared by people was 2 TB. lol.

Equinox · 12-29-2009, 02:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vipor

You say the monitor has a 2mil:1 dynamic contrast, but do you know the actual contrast, brightness, or latency? Contrast is nice, and with the technology going around gigantic dynamic numbers are all around, but brightness will also play a big factor.

Who knows. I sure don't, lol.

W2486L Monitors Computer+Products

2,000,000:1 Digital Fine Contrast Ratio. Sounds like a marketing phrase Proper Noun.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_Fine_Contrast

vipor · 12-29-2009, 02:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Equinox

Who knows. I sure don't, lol.

W2486L Monitors Computer+Products

2,000,000:1 Digital Fine Contrast Ratio. Sounds like a marketing phrase Proper Noun.

Digital Fine Contrast - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

reminds me of this video, i keep the CD on my iphone always lol
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dvhsJyecpLc

Equinox · 12-29-2009, 05:04 PM

haha
Optical Zoom x 3, DIGITAL ZOOM x 1000

Equinox · 01-10-2010, 03:02 PM

Luv'n my Z · 01-13-2010, 01:13 AM

If you really want a nice screen the apple 24" is nice and it comes with a camera and speakers but I don't know how well it will connect to a PC

the 30" is massive and ridiculousely expensive

So if you have and extra 1500 dollars go get a apple monitor

by the way yes I'm a huge mac person but. I wish OS X 10.6 could run games

12-28-2009, 03:44 PM	#46 (permalink)
vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 42 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 49	I've never had an issue with a Samsung product, even their first generation DLPs back in the day. (worked at the DFW a/v distributor for the line at the time.) I currently own a 24" LCD for the PC and a 55" LED TV, both Samsung, both F-L-A-W-L-E-S-S. () LG makes a good product, and their panels are perfect (they are also a panel mfg.). I've heard reviews from my A/V customers that the processing is lacking somewhat. We're talking about comparing $5k top-of-the-line TVs though. On a smaller scale I doubt it's noticeable at all. You say the monitor has a 2mil:1 dynamic contrast, but do you know the actual contrast, brightness, or latency? Contrast is nice, and with the technology going around gigantic dynamic numbers are all around, but brightness will also play a big factor. __________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

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vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 42 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 49	alienware wasn't really around when i was in HS. and i'm young. lol. all the geeks and such had self-built PCs and everyone else just had their parent's comp. __________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

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vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 42 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 49	i like Falcon, but they are SOOOOO overpriced. Sabre makes good lappys if you wanna "build" them [online] __________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

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Equinox Track Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Beaumont, TX Posts: 685 Drives: 06 Porsche Carrera S Rep Power: 18	My Compy specs validated Here's my computer validated by CPU-Z, I went ahead and overclocked the i7 920 (2.66GHz) up to 3.81GHz, as it shows. I'm currently testing the stability of the system, so we'll see in a few hours as I run my torture tests (prime95) The Intel X25-m SSD hasn't arrived yet, it will get here Jan4, Monday, so I went ahead and installed Windows 7 64bit on the WD Velociraptor 300GB drive until it does. I also went ahead and ordered 2 more storage drives. WD 7200RPM 1TB each, puts my total storage to 2,380GB, or 2.38 Terabytes. Woot. I remember in 98 I believe, being on Napster, and the total amount of music being shared by people was 2 TB. lol. __________________ Check out my Albums '13 Subaru WRX STi \| '06 Porsche 911 Carrera S (SOLD) \| '96 Mazda RX-7 6.0L V8 RHD (SOLD) \| '09 Nissan Nismo #0058 (SOLD) Last edited by Equinox; 12-29-2009 at 02:16 PM.

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Luv'n my Z Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Rancho Santa fe Posts: 190 Drives: Your mom Rep Power: 16	If you really want a nice screen the apple 24" is nice and it comes with a camera and speakers but I don't know how well it will connect to a PC the 30" is massive and ridiculousely expensive So if you have and extra 1500 dollars go get a apple monitor by the way yes I'm a huge mac person but. I wish OS X 10.6 could run games __________________ ~Luv'n my Z_________________________________________ 75 degrees farenhieght new years day not a cloud in the sky only in southern Cali

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