gaming computer basics?

Q. i want to get a computer that can handle some casual gaming
(no not talking about flash games and things of that nature) im probably only going to play AoE and starcraft(2).
So i need to know what does what for a computer
such as graphics speed memory and what affects download speed
how much ram i need or Ghz im looking into building my own cause A its cheaper i hear and B sounds like fun
as you can tell im a computer noob (yes i said noob) if you can give me a link or if you want to take the time to tell me what i need here its all fine
thank you for your help.
i know thats not ALL i need for a gaming pc thats why im asking what hardware i need and where to get it. i oviously dont know anything about computer
i also need to know what does what cause if i decide to buy a computer i wont know if its good enough for what i want it to do.

A. The following are the minimum requirements for a computer to run Age of Empire III:
�Microsoft Windows XP
�A computer that has a 1.4 gigahertz (GHz) processor
�256 megabytes (MB) of system RAM
�A hard disk that has at least 2 gigabytes (GB) of available space
�A 32x speed CD drive
�A 64 MB video card that supports Hardware Transform and Lighting
�An audio card and speakers or headphones
�A Microsoft mouse or a compatible pointing device
�A 56.6 kilobytes per second (KBps) or faster Internet connection for online play
�DirectX 9.0c

Note: These are the minimum system requirements that a computer must have to run Age of Empire III. You may experience increased performance on computers that exceed these requirements.

Note: To install Microsoft Age of Empires III Expansion: The War Chiefs, you must have Age of Empires III installed.







PC Requirements (for StarCraft 2)
PC Minimum System Requirements*:

- Windows® XP/Windows Vista®/Windows® 7 (Updated with the latest Service Packs) with DirectX® 9.0c
- 2.6 GHz Pentium® IV or equivalent AMD Athlon® processor
- 128 MB PCIe NVIDIA® GeForce® 6600 GT or ATI Radeon® 9800 PRO video card or better
- 12 GB available HD space
- 1 GB RAM (1.5 GB required for Windows Vista®/Windows® 7 users)
- DVD-ROM drive
- Broadband Internet connection
- 1024X720 minimum display resolution

PC Recommended Specifications:
- Windows Vista®/Windows® 7
- Dual Core 2.4Ghz Processor
- 2 GB RAM
- 512 MB NVIDIA® GeForce® 8800 GTX or ATI Radeon® HD 3870 or better
*Note: Due to potential programming changes, the Minimum System Requirements for this game may change over time.

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How will this computer preform with new games?

Q. Hi guys,after long time of having this computer i am finally gonna buy a new one,i wasn't able before due to money problems.I have limited money and even more limited payment method (total of 3 big stores in Serbia support this) so i can't build my computer on my own and i have to use pre-built one.Here are the specifications,what i want to know around what fps will newer games run on different settings (Using resolution 1920x1080 or 1280x720 if i really have to).

CPU:
CPU LGA1155 Intel® Core� i5-3450, 3.10GHz/6MB BOX 22nm
Motherboard:
B LGA1155 B75, PCIe/DDR3/SATA3/GLAN/7.1
Power supply:
It's 500W,but there is no listed manifacturer,so I will most likely get a new one anyways.
GPU:
AMD Radeon 7770 1GB/DDR5/DVI/HDMI/DP/128bit
RAM:
8GB (2x4) DDR3
HDD:
1TB (not sure about the speed)
Sound card:
Integrated
Box:
ATX Mid Tower (I like it and there's frontal jack for headphones/microphone).

It costs me around 475 euros which is around 600 dollars.Tell me what you think about it for the price and how will it preform as I asked earlier ^^.
Edit*Specially interested how will Guild Wars 2 preform.Thanks in advance.

A. This is the set of information needed to evaluate GPU, CPU, projected gaming based on closest matched GPU by G3D score of the 2nd web site, and then the HD 7770 power needs and Guild Wars 2 info:
http://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu_list.php
http://www.videocardbenchmark.net/gpu_list.php
http://www.notebookcheck.net/Computer-Games-on-Laptop-Graphic-Cards.13849.0.html
http://www.game-debate.com/hardware/index.php?gid=796&graphics=Radeon%20HD%207770%201GB%20GDDR5
Guild Wars 2 does not release for a couple of days. There is limited information for how it would perform:
http://www.game-debate.com/games/index.php?g_id=684&game=Guild%20Wars%202
The fact that you are above recommended requirements should then be no problem to play fairly maximum.

The CPU is good. i5-3570K is ideal for its gaming as 4 core, powerful, high clock rate, and overclockable. i5-3450 is not overclockable, but not far down in performance. Gaming typically is 2 to 4 cores maximum.
The HD 7770 is a low power card based on a PCIe 3.0 attach and the B75 motherboard should have PCI 3.0 instead of only 2.0, considering it is also SATA III, but that is not always true.
HD 7770 is only an 80 watt card which is very low. The system 500W minimum is less critical than a recommended 20 amps on 12V for the system, and I prefer 1.5x min for 30 amps on 12V. Only a few 500 Watt supplies have 30 amps.
This cheap Diablotek is 17A:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817822008
Yet a little better one:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817159124
is 34A
So, The system is good for what it is. Midgrade new level graphics using very low power and a good CPU matching to it.
Above allows you to evaluate one vs another.
With a G3D score of 1000, every game is playable on at least minimum.
The HD 7770 is G3D 2056. It should so well as seen from the notebook gaming
Of course, it is not GTX 660 ti at 3475 that actually in gaming matches HD 7950 3757 score.
As to the price, that varies by country with import taxes. I think $600 is fair in Serbia for the system.
You can check competing ones with the data set I provided here.

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gaming computer basics?

Q. i want to get a computer that can handle some casual gaming
(no not talking about flash games and things of that nature) im probably only going to play AoE and starcraft(2).
So i need to know what does what for a computer
such as graphics speed memory and what affects download speed
how much ram i need or Ghz im looking into building my own cause A its cheaper i hear and B sounds like fun
as you can tell im a computer noob (yes i said noob) if you can give me a link or if you want to take the time to tell me what i need here its all fine
thank you for your help.
i know thats not ALL i need for a gaming pc thats why im asking what hardware i need and where to get it. i oviously dont know anything about computer
i also need to know what does what cause if i decide to buy a computer i wont know if its good enough for what i want it to do.

A. The following are the minimum requirements for a computer to run Age of Empire III:
�Microsoft Windows XP
�A computer that has a 1.4 gigahertz (GHz) processor
�256 megabytes (MB) of system RAM
�A hard disk that has at least 2 gigabytes (GB) of available space
�A 32x speed CD drive
�A 64 MB video card that supports Hardware Transform and Lighting
�An audio card and speakers or headphones
�A Microsoft mouse or a compatible pointing device
�A 56.6 kilobytes per second (KBps) or faster Internet connection for online play
�DirectX 9.0c

Note: These are the minimum system requirements that a computer must have to run Age of Empire III. You may experience increased performance on computers that exceed these requirements.

Note: To install Microsoft Age of Empires III Expansion: The War Chiefs, you must have Age of Empires III installed.







PC Requirements (for StarCraft 2)
PC Minimum System Requirements*:

- Windows® XP/Windows Vista®/Windows® 7 (Updated with the latest Service Packs) with DirectX® 9.0c
- 2.6 GHz Pentium® IV or equivalent AMD Athlon® processor
- 128 MB PCIe NVIDIA® GeForce® 6600 GT or ATI Radeon® 9800 PRO video card or better
- 12 GB available HD space
- 1 GB RAM (1.5 GB required for Windows Vista®/Windows® 7 users)
- DVD-ROM drive
- Broadband Internet connection
- 1024X720 minimum display resolution

PC Recommended Specifications:
- Windows Vista®/Windows® 7
- Dual Core 2.4Ghz Processor
- 2 GB RAM
- 512 MB NVIDIA® GeForce® 8800 GTX or ATI Radeon® HD 3870 or better
*Note: Due to potential programming changes, the Minimum System Requirements for this game may change over time.

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How will this computer preform with new games?

Q. Hi guys,after long time of having this computer i am finally gonna buy a new one,i wasn't able before due to money problems.I have limited money and even more limited payment method (total of 3 big stores in Serbia support this) so i can't build my computer on my own and i have to use pre-built one.Here are the specifications,what i want to know around what fps will newer games run on different settings (Using resolution 1920x1080 or 1280x720 if i really have to).

CPU:
CPU LGA1155 Intel® Core� i5-3450, 3.10GHz/6MB BOX 22nm
Motherboard:
B LGA1155 B75, PCIe/DDR3/SATA3/GLAN/7.1
Power supply:
It's 500W,but there is no listed manifacturer,so I will most likely get a new one anyways.
GPU:
AMD Radeon 7770 1GB/DDR5/DVI/HDMI/DP/128bit
RAM:
8GB (2x4) DDR3
HDD:
1TB (not sure about the speed)
Sound card:
Integrated
Box:
ATX Mid Tower (I like it and there's frontal jack for headphones/microphone).

It costs me around 475 euros which is around 600 dollars.Tell me what you think about it for the price and how will it preform as I asked earlier ^^.
Edit*Specially interested how will Guild Wars 2 preform.Thanks in advance.

A. This is the set of information needed to evaluate GPU, CPU, projected gaming based on closest matched GPU by G3D score of the 2nd web site, and then the HD 7770 power needs and Guild Wars 2 info:
http://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu_list.php
http://www.videocardbenchmark.net/gpu_list.php
http://www.notebookcheck.net/Computer-Games-on-Laptop-Graphic-Cards.13849.0.html
http://www.game-debate.com/hardware/index.php?gid=796&graphics=Radeon%20HD%207770%201GB%20GDDR5
Guild Wars 2 does not release for a couple of days. There is limited information for how it would perform:
http://www.game-debate.com/games/index.php?g_id=684&game=Guild%20Wars%202
The fact that you are above recommended requirements should then be no problem to play fairly maximum.

The CPU is good. i5-3570K is ideal for its gaming as 4 core, powerful, high clock rate, and overclockable. i5-3450 is not overclockable, but not far down in performance. Gaming typically is 2 to 4 cores maximum.
The HD 7770 is a low power card based on a PCIe 3.0 attach and the B75 motherboard should have PCI 3.0 instead of only 2.0, considering it is also SATA III, but that is not always true.
HD 7770 is only an 80 watt card which is very low. The system 500W minimum is less critical than a recommended 20 amps on 12V for the system, and I prefer 1.5x min for 30 amps on 12V. Only a few 500 Watt supplies have 30 amps.
This cheap Diablotek is 17A:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817822008
Yet a little better one:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817159124
is 34A
So, The system is good for what it is. Midgrade new level graphics using very low power and a good CPU matching to it.
Above allows you to evaluate one vs another.
With a G3D score of 1000, every game is playable on at least minimum.
The HD 7770 is G3D 2056. It should so well as seen from the notebook gaming
Of course, it is not GTX 660 ti at 3475 that actually in gaming matches HD 7950 3757 score.
As to the price, that varies by country with import taxes. I think $600 is fair in Serbia for the system.
You can check competing ones with the data set I provided here.

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gaming computer basics?

Q. i want to get a computer that can handle some casual gaming
(no not talking about flash games and things of that nature) im probably only going to play AoE and starcraft(2).
So i need to know what does what for a computer
such as graphics speed memory and what affects download speed
how much ram i need or Ghz im looking into building my own cause A its cheaper i hear and B sounds like fun
as you can tell im a computer noob (yes i said noob) if you can give me a link or if you want to take the time to tell me what i need here its all fine
thank you for your help.
i know thats not ALL i need for a gaming pc thats why im asking what hardware i need and where to get it. i oviously dont know anything about computer
i also need to know what does what cause if i decide to buy a computer i wont know if its good enough for what i want it to do.

A. The following are the minimum requirements for a computer to run Age of Empire III:
�Microsoft Windows XP
�A computer that has a 1.4 gigahertz (GHz) processor
�256 megabytes (MB) of system RAM
�A hard disk that has at least 2 gigabytes (GB) of available space
�A 32x speed CD drive
�A 64 MB video card that supports Hardware Transform and Lighting
�An audio card and speakers or headphones
�A Microsoft mouse or a compatible pointing device
�A 56.6 kilobytes per second (KBps) or faster Internet connection for online play
�DirectX 9.0c

Note: These are the minimum system requirements that a computer must have to run Age of Empire III. You may experience increased performance on computers that exceed these requirements.

Note: To install Microsoft Age of Empires III Expansion: The War Chiefs, you must have Age of Empires III installed.







PC Requirements (for StarCraft 2)
PC Minimum System Requirements*:

- Windows® XP/Windows Vista®/Windows® 7 (Updated with the latest Service Packs) with DirectX® 9.0c
- 2.6 GHz Pentium® IV or equivalent AMD Athlon® processor
- 128 MB PCIe NVIDIA® GeForce® 6600 GT or ATI Radeon® 9800 PRO video card or better
- 12 GB available HD space
- 1 GB RAM (1.5 GB required for Windows Vista®/Windows® 7 users)
- DVD-ROM drive
- Broadband Internet connection
- 1024X720 minimum display resolution

PC Recommended Specifications:
- Windows Vista®/Windows® 7
- Dual Core 2.4Ghz Processor
- 2 GB RAM
- 512 MB NVIDIA® GeForce® 8800 GTX or ATI Radeon® HD 3870 or better
*Note: Due to potential programming changes, the Minimum System Requirements for this game may change over time.

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How will this computer preform with new games?

Q. Hi guys,after long time of having this computer i am finally gonna buy a new one,i wasn't able before due to money problems.I have limited money and even more limited payment method (total of 3 big stores in Serbia support this) so i can't build my computer on my own and i have to use pre-built one.Here are the specifications,what i want to know around what fps will newer games run on different settings (Using resolution 1920x1080 or 1280x720 if i really have to).

CPU:
CPU LGA1155 Intel® Core� i5-3450, 3.10GHz/6MB BOX 22nm
Motherboard:
B LGA1155 B75, PCIe/DDR3/SATA3/GLAN/7.1
Power supply:
It's 500W,but there is no listed manifacturer,so I will most likely get a new one anyways.
GPU:
AMD Radeon 7770 1GB/DDR5/DVI/HDMI/DP/128bit
RAM:
8GB (2x4) DDR3
HDD:
1TB (not sure about the speed)
Sound card:
Integrated
Box:
ATX Mid Tower (I like it and there's frontal jack for headphones/microphone).

It costs me around 475 euros which is around 600 dollars.Tell me what you think about it for the price and how will it preform as I asked earlier ^^.
Edit*Specially interested how will Guild Wars 2 preform.Thanks in advance.

A. This is the set of information needed to evaluate GPU, CPU, projected gaming based on closest matched GPU by G3D score of the 2nd web site, and then the HD 7770 power needs and Guild Wars 2 info:
http://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu_list.php
http://www.videocardbenchmark.net/gpu_list.php
http://www.notebookcheck.net/Computer-Games-on-Laptop-Graphic-Cards.13849.0.html
http://www.game-debate.com/hardware/index.php?gid=796&graphics=Radeon%20HD%207770%201GB%20GDDR5
Guild Wars 2 does not release for a couple of days. There is limited information for how it would perform:
http://www.game-debate.com/games/index.php?g_id=684&game=Guild%20Wars%202
The fact that you are above recommended requirements should then be no problem to play fairly maximum.

The CPU is good. i5-3570K is ideal for its gaming as 4 core, powerful, high clock rate, and overclockable. i5-3450 is not overclockable, but not far down in performance. Gaming typically is 2 to 4 cores maximum.
The HD 7770 is a low power card based on a PCIe 3.0 attach and the B75 motherboard should have PCI 3.0 instead of only 2.0, considering it is also SATA III, but that is not always true.
HD 7770 is only an 80 watt card which is very low. The system 500W minimum is less critical than a recommended 20 amps on 12V for the system, and I prefer 1.5x min for 30 amps on 12V. Only a few 500 Watt supplies have 30 amps.
This cheap Diablotek is 17A:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817822008
Yet a little better one:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817159124
is 34A
So, The system is good for what it is. Midgrade new level graphics using very low power and a good CPU matching to it.
Above allows you to evaluate one vs another.
With a G3D score of 1000, every game is playable on at least minimum.
The HD 7770 is G3D 2056. It should so well as seen from the notebook gaming
Of course, it is not GTX 660 ti at 3475 that actually in gaming matches HD 7950 3757 score.
As to the price, that varies by country with import taxes. I think $600 is fair in Serbia for the system.
You can check competing ones with the data set I provided here.

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What is a Good pair of gaming Headphones?

Q. I am a computer gamer looking for a good pair of headphones w/ a good microphone for vent or teamspeak. I do not want to spend over 70$. I am looking for something that looks sleek and is NOT a usb input. Thanks for your suggestions.

A. these are OK for gaming if you dint mind the this style. im on my second pair (first lasted about 5 years then i accidental pulled out the cord) says suggested retail of $34 but i payed about $16 new

http://www.cyber-acoustics.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Home.ProductDetail&content_id=342

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How do I fix my Computers headphones?

Q. Okay I have gaming headphones with the mic. They got unplugged and I have tried restarting my computer, plugging them in again, and trying other headphones... The volume is all the way up! Please help!

A. What exactly is the problem? They're quiet? Your gaming headphones don't work?

If the way that they were "got unplugged" caused the wire to get damaged, you just gotta buy new ones (sorry).

Otherwise, just try making sure they're pushed in all the way, the program/computer/headphone is not muted, or common things like that.

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What is a Good pair of gaming Headphones?

Q. I am a computer gamer looking for a good pair of headphones w/ a good microphone for vent or teamspeak. I do not want to spend over 70$. I am looking for something that looks sleek and is NOT a usb input. Thanks for your suggestions.

A. these are OK for gaming if you dint mind the this style. im on my second pair (first lasted about 5 years then i accidental pulled out the cord) says suggested retail of $34 but i payed about $16 new

http://www.cyber-acoustics.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Home.ProductDetail&content_id=342

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How do I fix my Computers headphones?

Q. Okay I have gaming headphones with the mic. They got unplugged and I have tried restarting my computer, plugging them in again, and trying other headphones... The volume is all the way up! Please help!

A. What exactly is the problem? They're quiet? Your gaming headphones don't work?

If the way that they were "got unplugged" caused the wire to get damaged, you just gotta buy new ones (sorry).

Otherwise, just try making sure they're pushed in all the way, the program/computer/headphone is not muted, or common things like that.

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What is a Good pair of gaming Headphones?

Q. I am a computer gamer looking for a good pair of headphones w/ a good microphone for vent or teamspeak. I do not want to spend over 70$. I am looking for something that looks sleek and is NOT a usb input. Thanks for your suggestions.

A. these are OK for gaming if you dint mind the this style. im on my second pair (first lasted about 5 years then i accidental pulled out the cord) says suggested retail of $34 but i payed about $16 new

http://www.cyber-acoustics.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Home.ProductDetail&content_id=342

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How do I fix my Computers headphones?

Q. Okay I have gaming headphones with the mic. They got unplugged and I have tried restarting my computer, plugging them in again, and trying other headphones... The volume is all the way up! Please help!

A. What exactly is the problem? They're quiet? Your gaming headphones don't work?

If the way that they were "got unplugged" caused the wire to get damaged, you just gotta buy new ones (sorry).

Otherwise, just try making sure they're pushed in all the way, the program/computer/headphone is not muted, or common things like that.

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How would I combine tv and computer speakers onto headphones?

Q. I'd like to be able to play computer games and watch tv (at the same time) even when my fiancee goes to bed early without bothering her. How do I combine the two signals so that I can listen to them on headphones?

Keep in mind I need to be able to control their respective volumes and be able to switch back to regular speakers without too much hassle.

I'm sure there are a bunch of audiophiles out there who can handle this sort of thing no problem.

A. What you need is called a "mixer". It can take several inputs, mix them together an create one output. It has individual volume controls for each input. Here is an example of one that would probably work for you....

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000M6QAUG/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_3?pf_rd_p=486539851&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000V0EKXC&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=16KGYREZ4M2Z8J8XP0BQ

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How do I connect headphones to a Xbox or PS2 with a coaxial connection?

Q. I received a pair of Steelpad SL gaming headphones and they work great on my computer, but can I connect them to an Xbox or PS2 and don't see any coaxial ports?

A. for ps2 as long as its got a usb connecton at the end where u oung it in at your good for ps2///NOT xbox for xbox microsoft is a buch of laze........ soo your have 2 buy A xbox headset
(note: xbox 360 headset doesn't work on reg xbox)

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How does User Chat Work on the Computer with Turtle Beach PX3's?

Q. I already have a pair of X41s for my Xbox and am amazed with their quality. Now I am looking at getting the PX3s to use for my computer gaming. I was wondering if the chat with friends was wireless or if it had to be plugged in via a headphone jack connecting to the headset similar to how the X41 has a chat wire going from the controller to the headset.

A. It's wireless. Chat goes over the transmitter.

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What kind of computer would you recommend to play high quality games?

Q. I am looking for a good gaming computer that games like microsoft flight sim x and the new train sim x will run on. I am not looking to spend a whole lot of money but any suggestions would be great.. Thanks!

A. Hi

Because Train Sim 2 is not due out until next year, I don't know what the requirements will be.

Flight Sim X, on the other hand, has the following minimum system requirements:
* Windows XP SP2 / Windows Vista
* Processor: 1.0 Ghz
* RAM: Windows XP SP2 - 256MB, Windows Vista � 512MB
* Hard Drive: 14GB
* Video Card: 32MB DirectX 9 compatible
* Other: DX9 hardware compatibility and audio board with speakers and/or headphones
* Online/Multiplayer Requirements: 56.6 kbps or better for online play

I suggest you aim to get a computer that has a decent graphics card, and at least 2GB of RAM, to ensure you enjoy playable frame rates.

HTH,

Deep

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