Is this rig able to handle heavy games well?

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 08:40 AM

Well ,
I have the following specifications in my rig:

Gigabyte Motherboard 945 S2C pci-e
Intel Core2due 2.20 Ghz
2x1Gb Ram DDR2
LG 17'' lcd monitor

and I am fgoing to buy a video card soon Visiontek 4850 HD OR Zotac 8800gt

So the question is "will this rig can handle heavy games such as Crysis ,Supreme commander, world in conflict,Cod ,Saints row 2, Mercenaires in a high resolution 1280*1024 at least

And so as the up coming games in the next 3 years

as well.

**temeteus82** · Sep 1, 2008, 08:42 AM

The HD4850 would be better choice than the 8800GT. It's newer and faster

LukeK · Sep 1, 2008, 08:46 AM

I doubt Crysis will run well on that system unless you lower the settings from "very high".

What PSU are you using? are you running vista?

If you are using vista I don't think the system will be futureproof for 3 years with 2 gb of ram. Should be ok for a while though.

Thats one thing I hate about pc's, you spend a fortune on them today and by next year they are already mid range or worse.

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 11:04 AM

temeteus82

Thanks

LukeK

well i am not intend to run vista

for the PSU I don,t know what to choose
Could you recommend a good one that runs my Rig with Hdd 500 Gb, DVD-Ram 20 x
and not expensive

cozumel · Sep 1, 2008, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by comp_ali

Well ,
I have the following specifications in my rig:

Gigabyte Motherboard 945 S2C pci-e
Intel Core2due 2.20 Ghz
2x1Gb Ram DDR2
LG 17'' lcd monitor

and I am fgoing to buy a video card soon Visiontek 4850 HD OR Zotac 8800gt

So the question is "will this rig can handle heavy games such as Crysis ,Supreme commander, world in conflict,Cod ,Saints row 2, Mercenaires in a high resolution 1280*1024 at least

And so as the up coming games in the next 3 years

as well.

The 4850 will put you in great shape for the next 2-3 years.

I don't think you will have a chance of playing the best games for the next 2-3 years unless you address a couple of areas. Definitely I would be adding some memory to the rig to take her up to 4GB. 2x2GB is best and you could sell the current sticks you have. DDR2 is dirt cheap right now. To complement the extra memory I would be getting Vista x64 with it's improved memory handling capabilities.

You mentioned getting a new PSU at the end of your last post. What brand & model do you have now? It may be enough for all we know...

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 02:07 PM

It is a traditional one with a fake watts and costs less than 10 $ new also it doesn't have a pci-e slots

I need a one that runs my rig perfectly 24/7 as I am downloading all time

cozumel · Sep 1, 2008, 02:35 PM

We haven't really got a list of all your components, but assuming you'll have a bog-standard single card system that's not overclocked then you could consider these PSUs:

CORSAIR CMPSU-550VX $69.99 (After rebate) - Perfect for a single card
Corsair CMPSU-650TX $89.99 (After rebate. Labor day deal only))
PC Power & Cooling S61EPS 610W Continuous @ 40°C $89.99 (After rebate. Labor day deal only)
ENERMAX Liberty ELT620AWT 620W $119.99 (After rebate)

I've assumed you're in the US

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 03:04 PM

Thanks Coz I am in the KSA in a nearly abandoned area

Is there any free delivery Here??

What is the most Popular one that I could easily find in this country may be in the capital or Jedda

Syndicate2083 · Sep 1, 2008, 03:09 PM

also if you want direct x 10 support, youll need to load vista. its better than xp anyway.

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 03:14 PM

mmm mthat means I must have 4 Gb ram immediately well maybe I wouldnt upgrade immediately right now

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 03:17 PM

Coz if I plan to overclock my card only will the psus you provide be good choices or what

**temeteus82** · Sep 1, 2008, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by comp_ali

mmm mthat means I must have 4 Gb ram immediately well maybe I wouldnt upgrade immediately right now

That don't mean that you must have 4GB of RAM. Vista 32-bit runs fine with 2GB of RAM.

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 03:26 PM

Good
Thanks for your quick reply

cozumel · Sep 1, 2008, 03:28 PM

Sorry man. Don't really know the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia too well. It's quite a distance away (I'm in the UK)

There is ADVANTI Online though. They are based in Bahrain but ship to KSA. They are official suppliers of Corsair, amongst other brands. They don't sell the PSU though, but if you droppped them a line maybe they could order for you. It syas free delivery but that may only be in Bahrain. If they can't get the Corsair then this Silverstone Strider ST75 750W @ BD 75.000 is quite nice. Saw a couple of respectable reviews for it too including this one from JonnyGURU.

السلام عليكم

cozumel · Sep 1, 2008, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by comp_ali

Coz if I plan to overclock my card only will the psus you provide be good choices or what

All of them should be fine. Even the 550W model. Just that once you start going down the overclocking route it kinda gets infectious and you may start overclocking everything else in which case you would need one of the ones over 600W to be safe over the next 2-3 years. (PSU power/efficiency drops a bit with age)

cozumel · Sep 1, 2008, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by temeteus82

That don't mean that you must have 4GB of RAM. Vista 32-bit runs fine with 2GB of RAM.

But 64-bit is better...

You could always add more RAM later (DDR2 is at rediculously low prices) or go with 4GB straight. Performance will respond to the extra.

**temeteus82** · Sep 1, 2008, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cozumel

But 64-bit is better...

You could always add more RAM later (DDR2 is at rediculously low prices) or go with 4GB straight. Performance will respond to the extra.

Well with 2GB of RAM it's really aren't. With more RAM than 2GB it's good parts will come up.

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 04:06 PM

وعليكم السلام
Coz I dont know how to thank you but you gave me helpful informations .
For the psu its very expensive even more than the video card or my lcd monitor.

Finally could you give me your e-mail to communicate via messenger If you don't mind.

مع السلامة

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 04:11 PM

well I read that my mobo supports up to 2 GB only so I would't be able to get 4 GB, am I?

**temeteus82** · Sep 1, 2008, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by comp_ali

well I read that my mobo supports up to 2 GB only so I would't be able to get 4 GB, am I?

Gigabyte's home page says that it should support up to 4GB. To ensure this make sure that your mobo's BIOS is updated to it's newest version.

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 04:48 PM

To ensure this make sure that your mobo's BIOS is updated to it's newest version.

OH well If I update the bios will that change the maximum supported Ram

cozumel · Sep 1, 2008, 04:59 PM

It won't change the max supported RAM, but it always better I think to have the latest BIOS (not beta)

Memory specs from Gigabyte:

Quote:

2 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM sockets supporting up to 4 GB of system memory
Dual channel memory architecture
Support for DDR2 667/533/400 MHz memory modules

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 05:01 PM

Well I am going to ensure that

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 05:22 PM

O.k It was as you said but I don't understand that it support 4 Gb in each channel or in total 4 Gb (2x 2 Gb in each channel)

Should I overclock somthing in my rig or that't fine .If so should I buy a cooling system

Note that the temp here reaches 50 c and I dont have any airconditioner but my small fan>>>>>hahahh

cozumel · Sep 1, 2008, 05:32 PM

I just remembered. Here is a list of companies that should deliver to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

I just quickly checked out with 2 of then and they both deliver KSA (for just over $60). If you get more than one item it works out cheaper.

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 05:35 PM

well another head-scratching thing

The ite says it suppoprts extreme cpu (is that means that it supports core 2 quad/ and extreme quad)

mm ( my motherboard box says it supports c2d and does't say anything about multiple cores)

That means that they tested it later and it worked or the either my box or the site is lieing

cozumel · Sep 1, 2008, 05:43 PM

The only quad it supports is the Q8200 and only by overclocking. It couldn't be done on stock FSB unless you underclocked the chip to use all 4 cores. (F5 BIOS)

X6800 is the only Extreme C2D supported and that would not require overclocking. (F3 BIOS)

CPU Support List

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 07:18 PM

O.k It was as you said but I don't understand that it support 4 Gb in each channel or in total 4 Gb (2x 2 Gb in each channel)

can you help?

cozumel · Sep 1, 2008, 07:58 PM

Up to 4GB maximum in total can be installed on the board.

ie Maximum is 2x2GB (or 1 stick of 4GB if you can find it. Made by GSkill)

comp_ali · Sep 1, 2008, 09:25 PM

mmmm I think I would delay Ram upgrade right now until I have much $$$

Sep 1, 2008, 08:40 AM	#1
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	Is this rig able to handle heavy games well? Well , I have the following specifications in my rig: Gigabyte Motherboard 945 S2C pci-e Intel Core2due 2.20 Ghz 2x1Gb Ram DDR2 LG 17'' lcd monitor and I am fgoing to buy a video card soon Visiontek 4850 HD OR Zotac 8800gt So the question is "will this rig can handle heavy games such as Crysis ,Supreme commander, world in conflict,Cod ,Saints row 2, Mercenaires in a high resolution 1280*1024 at least And so as the up coming games in the next 3 years as well.

Sep 1, 2008, 11:04 AM	#4
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	temeteus82 Thanks LukeK well i am not intend to run vista for the PSU I don,t know what to choose Could you recommend a good one that runs my Rig with Hdd 500 Gb, DVD-Ram 20 x and not expensive Last edited by temeteus82; Sep 1, 2008 at 12:35 PM. Reason: removed the not needed links....

Sep 1, 2008, 02:35 PM	#7
cozumel I'm dangerous but cute... Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Under the waves... Posts: 3,573 Rep Power: 44 System Specs	We haven't really got a list of all your components, but assuming you'll have a bog-standard single card system that's not overclocked then you could consider these PSUs: CORSAIR CMPSU-550VX $69.99 (After rebate) - Perfect for a single card Corsair CMPSU-650TX $89.99 (After rebate. Labor day deal only)) PC Power & Cooling S61EPS 610W Continuous @ 40°C $89.99 (After rebate. Labor day deal only) ENERMAX Liberty ELT620AWT 620W $119.99 (After rebate) I've assumed you're in the US __________________ Don't worry about money - Be a beach bum! Scuba Rocks

Sep 1, 2008, 03:09 PM	#9
Syndicate2083 DriverHeaven Lover Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: West Warwick, RI Posts: 215 Rep Power: 11 System Specs	also if you want direct x 10 support, youll need to load vista. its better than xp anyway. __________________ -Crash the silence for the sake of memory. Intrinsic Realities, APC-MGE EAS Team, Veteran-USN. If anyone needs help with APC products or has questions, feel free to PM me!

Sep 1, 2008, 03:28 PM	#14
cozumel I'm dangerous but cute... Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Under the waves... Posts: 3,573 Rep Power: 44 System Specs	Sorry man. Don't really know the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia too well. It's quite a distance away (I'm in the UK) There is ADVANTI Online though. They are based in Bahrain but ship to KSA. They are official suppliers of Corsair, amongst other brands. They don't sell the PSU though, but if you droppped them a line maybe they could order for you. It syas free delivery but that may only be in Bahrain. If they can't get the Corsair then this Silverstone Strider ST75 750W @ BD 75.000 is quite nice. Saw a couple of respectable reviews for it too including this one from JonnyGURU. السلام عليكم __________________ Don't worry about money - Be a beach bum! Scuba Rocks Last edited by cozumel; Sep 1, 2008 at 03:35 PM.

Sep 1, 2008, 08:46 AM	#3
LukeK DriverHeaven Lover Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 158 Rep Power: 47	I doubt Crysis will run well on that system unless you lower the settings from "very high". What PSU are you using? are you running vista? If you are using vista I don't think the system will be futureproof for 3 years with 2 gb of ram. Should be ok for a while though. Thats one thing I hate about pc's, you spend a fortune on them today and by next year they are already mid range or worse.

Sep 1, 2008, 02:07 PM	#6
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	It is a traditional one with a fake watts and costs less than 10 $ new also it doesn't have a pci-e slots I need a one that runs my rig perfectly 24/7 as I am downloading all time

Sep 1, 2008, 03:04 PM	#8
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	Thanks Coz I am in the KSA in a nearly abandoned area Is there any free delivery Here?? What is the most Popular one that I could easily find in this country may be in the capital or Jedda

Sep 1, 2008, 03:14 PM	#10
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	mmm mthat means I must have 4 Gb ram immediately well maybe I wouldnt upgrade immediately right now

Sep 1, 2008, 03:17 PM	#11
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	Coz if I plan to overclock my card only will the psus you provide be good choices or what

Sep 1, 2008, 03:26 PM	#13
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	Good Thanks for your quick reply

Sep 1, 2008, 04:06 PM	#18
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	وعليكم السلام Coz I dont know how to thank you but you gave me helpful informations . For the psu its very expensive even more than the video card or my lcd monitor. Finally could you give me your e-mail to communicate via messenger If you don't mind. مع السلامة

Sep 1, 2008, 04:11 PM	#19
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	well I read that my mobo supports up to 2 GB only so I would't be able to get 4 GB, am I?

Sep 1, 2008, 04:48 PM	#21
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	To ensure this make sure that your mobo's BIOS is updated to it's newest version. OH well If I update the bios will that change the maximum supported Ram

Sep 1, 2008, 05:01 PM	#23
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	Well I am going to ensure that

Sep 1, 2008, 05:22 PM	#24
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	O.k It was as you said but I don't understand that it support 4 Gb in each channel or in total 4 Gb (2x 2 Gb in each channel) Should I overclock somthing in my rig or that't fine .If so should I buy a cooling system Note that the temp here reaches 50 c and I dont have any airconditioner but my small fan>>>>>hahahh

Sep 1, 2008, 05:32 PM	#25
cozumel I'm dangerous but cute... Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Under the waves... Posts: 3,573 Rep Power: 44 System Specs	I just remembered. Here is a list of companies that should deliver to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. I just quickly checked out with 2 of then and they both deliver KSA (for just over $60). If you get more than one item it works out cheaper. __________________ Don't worry about money - Be a beach bum! Scuba Rocks

Sep 1, 2008, 05:35 PM	#26
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	well another head-scratching thing The ite says it suppoprts extreme cpu (is that means that it supports core 2 quad/ and extreme quad) mm ( my motherboard box says it supports c2d and does't say anything about multiple cores) That means that they tested it later and it worked or the either my box or the site is lieing

Sep 1, 2008, 05:43 PM	#27
cozumel I'm dangerous but cute... Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Under the waves... Posts: 3,573 Rep Power: 44 System Specs	The only quad it supports is the Q8200 and only by overclocking. It couldn't be done on stock FSB unless you underclocked the chip to use all 4 cores. (F5 BIOS) X6800 is the only Extreme C2D supported and that would not require overclocking. (F3 BIOS) CPU Support List __________________ Don't worry about money - Be a beach bum! Scuba Rocks

Sep 1, 2008, 07:18 PM	#28
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	O.k It was as you said but I don't understand that it support 4 Gb in each channel or in total 4 Gb (2x 2 Gb in each channel) can you help?

Sep 1, 2008, 07:58 PM	#29
cozumel I'm dangerous but cute... Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Under the waves... Posts: 3,573 Rep Power: 44 System Specs	Up to 4GB maximum in total can be installed on the board. ie Maximum is 2x2GB (or 1 stick of 4GB if you can find it. Made by GSkill) __________________ Don't worry about money - Be a beach bum! Scuba Rocks

Sep 1, 2008, 09:25 PM	#30
comp_ali Sniper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Egypt Posts: 5,539 Rep Power: 152 System Specs	mmmm I think I would delay Ram upgrade right now until I have much $$$

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