Do you think this rig could run NS2?
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I don't know if that's a multicore processor or not but even if it is, I think you need at least 3Ghz according to these forums.
I have a 2.4Ghz quadcore from 2008 and game is playable enough. I was thinking of overclocking (apparently 3.2Ghz is possible for my processor) but I then thought why bother going to that hassle for the sake of one game that's poorly optimized.
For me 4GB generic ram is also sufficient to play.
I really think you need a faster processor.
Also -- Windows 8: LOL.
Oh wait, is that a laptop?
Although the cpu is new it's rather a small one... great for office work but i suppose it couldn't cope with NS2. The graphics isn't very strong either but it could suffice - only just.
I don't know if that's a multicore processor or not but even if it is, I think you need at least 3Ghz according to these forums.
I have a 2.4Ghz quadcore from 2008 and game is playable enough. For me 4GB generic ram is also sufficient to play.
I really think you need a faster processor.
Also -- Windows 8: LOL.
Oh wait, is that a laptop?<!--QuoteEnd--></div><!--QuoteEEnd-->
Yes it is a laptop. The video card, also I plan on overclocking the processor (which is quad core) to at least 2.4, if not 2.5
Windows 8 isn't going to be on there forever, I am going to put a different operating system on it. I think I have a old XP disc somewhere.
And I don't recommend overclocking a laptop. IF it works it will cause more trouble than good. And the speed benefit will be minimal at best.
Windows 8 isn't going to be on there forever, I am going to put a different operating system on it. I think I have a old XP disc somewhere.<!--QuoteEnd--></div><!--QuoteEEnd-->
Overclocking that laptop CPU? Hope your planning on cooling that chip with something other then the stock cooling setup....
Windows 8 isn't going to be on there forever, I am going to put a different operating system on it. I think I have a old XP disc somewhere.<!--QuoteEnd--></div><!--QuoteEEnd-->
I know some people who are able to play NS2 on their laptops. I think it's doable as long as you have a quad-core.
The cooling is quite phenomenal on these machines.
<!--quoteo(post=2026974:date=Nov 17 2012, 07:03 PM:name=Squishpoke)--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Squishpoke @ Nov 17 2012, 07:03 PM) <a href="index.php?act=findpost&pid=2026974"><{POST_SNAPBACK}></a></div><div class='quotemain'><!--quotec-->I know some people who are able to play NS2 on their laptops. I think it's doable as long as you have a quad-core.<!--QuoteEnd--></div><!--QuoteEEnd-->G75 here. i7 3610QM + GTX 670M. (Not overclocked as of yet. As mentioned you can OC the everloving ######)out of these All settings high (medium ambient occlusion) with 1080p resolution. FPS anything from 30 to 80 depending on how many hundred skulks there are on my screen.
With my "competitive" settings my peak FPS record is ~180 :P
And since I have noticed that these forums are a lair of <i>desktop</i> PC gamer master race, before I'm being called a filthy laptop peasant, pray show me a desktop configuration that takes up as little space as this laptop and is as easy to transport.
The cooling is quite phenomenal on these machines.
G75 here. i7 3610QM + GTX 670M. (Not overclocked as of yet. As mentioned you can OC the everloving ######)out of these All settings high (medium ambient occlusion) with 1080p resolution. FPS anything from 30 to 80 depending on how many hundred skulks there are on my screen.
With my "competitive" settings my peak FPS record is ~180 :P
And since I have noticed that these forums are a lair of <i>desktop</i> PC gamer master race, before I'm being called a filthy laptop peasant, pray show me a desktop configuration that takes up as little space as this laptop and is as easy to transport.<!--QuoteEnd--></div><!--QuoteEEnd-->
Obviously the whole point of the laptop is mobility. So touting that as a unique selling point is a bit redundant.
lol.
What I will say is that I'd like to ask you if your laptop will last more than a year giving you the same performance, while a decent PC bought today will easy last 4 years or more and be able to play most of the newest games satisfactorily (at low settings of course).
lol.
What I will say is that I'd like to ask you if your laptop will last more than a year giving you the same performance, while a decent PC bought today will easy last 4 years or more and be able to play most of the newest games satisfactorily (at low settings of course).<!--QuoteEnd--></div><!--QuoteEEnd-->
What the hell is your point? Small size and mobility are amongst the most important requirements for my PC. That's why I invested in a powerful laptop capable of playing modern games with high settings. Why do I have to justify my reasons to you?
lol.
Your rig can play Metro 2033 at ultra high setting with 300 fps? Good for you. BUT I CAN'T CARRY THAT AROUND AND USE IT ANYWHERE I WANT CAN I?
Other then the Metro interface, which you really don't have to use or interact with much, Windows 8 is virtually faster in every way to Windows 7. Gaming is the same or faster too. It's been shown in many reviews so it's not just my anecdotal opinion.
<img src="http://www.veryfunnypics.com/pics/microsoft/images/portablepc.jpg" border="0" class="linked-image" />
Never underestimate the desktop gamer!
a 0.6 Ghz bump will improve many FPS game rates, and most RTS game rates.
Well...you can't do it with a gaming laptop either. The low battery life, high weight and sheer size aren't really what I'd call mobile...except you mean transporting it from one room to another whithin a single building ;) plus: these things are very loud and the keyboard is being heated.
The best solution cost- and useability wise would be owning a small, very mobile laptop (maybe even a used one) for office and other work and using the desktop pc for gaming.
lol.
Your rig can play Metro 2033 at ultra high setting with 300 fps? Good for you. BUT I CAN'T CARRY THAT AROUND AND USE IT ANYWHERE I WANT CAN I?<!--QuoteEnd--></div><!--QuoteEEnd-->
I've had my fair share of gaming laptops. They sound great in theory but in actuality equate to large, heavy, battery sucking heat boxes. I think they are great for on the go work obviously. But not gaming. When I am using something mobile, it's going to be a media consumption device. At this point a tablet does everything I want from the couch or bed. Web browsing (IE this site), YouTube, email etc. When I want to get real work done I use a desktop.
And honestly when I had gaming laptops (I had a 7805u) I never took it anywhere to game. To cumbersome and battery draining. Laptops are fine I just don't prefer them for gaming. Especially when you take in the power they have + their potential for upgrade-ability. (Sorry, a new HD or more Ram doesn't count)
Pleast don't do this. XP is antiquated, insecure, and by modern standards, a pain to use. Windows 8 is objectively better in many ways. Ubuntu's better than Windows 8 in some ways, but is terrible for games.
lol.
Your rig can play Metro 2033 at ultra high setting with 300 fps? Good for you. BUT I CAN'T CARRY THAT AROUND AND USE IT ANYWHERE I WANT CAN I?<!--QuoteEnd--></div><!--QuoteEEnd-->
Oh dear, looks like someone read my post with their frowny face on.
lol.
I was just making a comment. I didn't intend the tone to be taken as adversarial.
lol.
My point is that a gaming laptop will wear out faster than a gaming desktop. Plus it isn't as upgradeable.
"BUT I CAN'T CARRY IT AROUND AND USE IT ANYWHERE"
Are you that desperate to game that you have to take a gaming laptop around with you? Dude seriously... Can you actually do that? As others have pointed out, gaming laptops can't generally do what they are designed to do, not for very long anyway.
We're all on the same side here. We all want the best rig for our bucks. Don't take my comments personally. I'm JUST SAYING :)
I didn't know that! Thanks for that informative post. Maybe I should oc then.
I CHOOSE YOUR ADVICE!
Other then the Metro interface, which you really don't have to use or interact with much, Windows 8 is virtually faster in every way to Windows 7. Gaming is the same or faster too. It's been shown in many reviews so it's not just my anecdotal opinion.<!--QuoteEnd--></div><!--QuoteEEnd-->
OK I'll say it: I like having the start menu as a menu, not a gigantic all-encompassing monstrosity. I would have liked the option to have it like in Win7 (the option, not some unilateral shove-in-your-face redesign). I also like having buttons on windows that look more like something from the 21st century and not some flat plain looking dull image that looks like one step behind Win95. I also like having a start button on the desktop.
Yes Win8 is smoother/faster: but that's because they've removed so many features which provided functionality. Sure you can get them again from the MS AppStore, but you have to pay for stuff that came as standard till Win8. No thanks. Finally, I wouldn't mind any of this if the damned thing worked intuitively. I'm a pretty knowledgeable guy when it comes to computers, but I found it so hard to go from eg. the metro Mail app back to the start screen. Escape doesn't work, there's no return arrow on the screen to click/touch. After much fiddling I realized you have to move your mouse to the bottom left corner, or do something on the right side of the screen. Yeah, you can press start, but there's something so odd about having to do everything so differently after years of doing it one way (ie having mail as a window of outlook or whatever, as one of several windows open at the same time).
They should have separated out Win8 Metro and Win8 standard -- Metro is great for phones and tablets, but a disaster for desktops. I don't know what MS were thinking. Come January there are going to be a lot of people around the world demanding downgrades to Win7.
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OMG I'M DOING THAT!
On the topic, OP won't be able to play with acceptable fps. The fact he has a laptop has less to do with it rather than the fact his cpu is only clocked at 1.9 ghz. All having laptops really mean is that
A. You can't overclock it
B. You have to think about higher end versions of laptop software if you want to find the part proportional to the tech in question found in a desktop
C. You can't upgrade them
Might've missed a few things, but the point is arguing about them results in a completely arbitrary and brain dead conversation/flame war.
That is the laptop in question. Oh man...I broke a rule with the link probably. *sarcasm*