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    Gaming computer opinions needed

    in 2016

    Posted

    This one didn't load an actual item.

    It does for me. I'm actually looking at the other one in the Dell BF ad. get a 4gb memory card off Amazon for $25. Seriously looking at this. I can as his grandmother to grab him a monitor for xmas too.

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    Gaming computer opinions needed

    in 2016

    Posted

    Avid...well used to be avid pc gamer here.  Also mother of 2 teen boys and a hubby that games.  World of Warcraft, CoD, Overwatch, and some sort of Steam games that I have no interest in.  What I did this year..and I know Dell gets a bad rap.  But...one of my kids has had an Alienware for several years with no problem.. I went to Dell's Outlet and bought refurbished Alienware Alpha's for my hubby..and for my youngest son. They were $400.  I have watched my husband play multiple games on ULTRA settings with zero problems.  I did get my older son who is going to college a refurbished X51 with all the bells and whistles and it was only $700.  The Alpha is a tiny little thing, a cross between a desktop and a console.  Well worth $400.

    Like this one? http://outlet.us.dell.com/ARBOnlineSales/Online/SecondaryInventorySearch.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=dfh&cs=22&key=7%2bHd8pbwoWj%2bBzIoJfluK9YNmQvRm6n9&puid=93b45483

    Gaming computer opinions needed

    in 2016

    Posted · Edited by Jen8112

     

    Overwatch is the more demanding game.  Essentially, requiring an i3/i5 with accelerator.  Integrated graphics of a 6th generation i5 or i7 should get the job done.  You can certainly get an i5 cor $300.  If you can go to $450, you can get an i7 laptop.  Check out the third link below to see restrictions for playing each.

     

    http://venturebeat.com/2016/05/25/overwatch-is-shockingly-playable-on-a-laptop-without-a-graphics-card/

    http://eu.battle.net/forums/en/overwatch/topic/17611951903

    http://www.notebookcheck.net/Overwatch-Notebook-and-Desktop-Benchmarks.166833.0.html(scroll down to restrictions)

     

    http://blackfriday.gottadeal.com/black-friday-1641-HP156Corei7Laptopw8GB1TB.html

    http://blackfriday.gottadeal.com/black-friday-4049-Acer156Corei5Laptopw6GB1TBOnlineOnly.html

     

    Also, consider A10 laptops.  I have not been there for a long time and have concerns about heat, but they are supposed to be better gamers than comparably priced i core machines...

     

    http://blackfriday.gottadeal.com/black-friday-323-HP156AMDA10Laptopw8GB1TBOnlineOnly.html

     

    Personally, I would go with a PS4 or an Xbox One especially in the $2-300 range.

     

    One more thing, if you are looking to purchase a desktop and want to upgrade video without worrying about upgrading the PSU or fitting a big honking video card in the case, the gtx 1050 is the only card you need to consider...

     

    http://www.pcworld.com/article/3134528/components-graphics/nvidia-geforce-gtx-1050-and-gtx-1050-ti-review-the-new-budget-gaming-champions.html

     

    Overwatch...

     

    Minimum Requirements Recommended Specifications Operating System
    Windows® 7 / Windows® 8 / Windows® 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack)
    Windows® 7 / Windows® 8 / Windows® 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack)
    Processor
    Intel® Core™ i3 or AMD Phenom™ X3 8650
    Intel® Core™ i5 or AMD Phenom™ II X3 or better
    Video
    NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 460, ATI Radeon™ HD 4850, or Intel® HD Graphics 4400
    NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 660 or AMD Radeon™ HD 7950 or better
    Memory
    4 GB RAM
    6 GB RAM
    Storage
    30 GB available hard drive space
    Internet
    Broadband internet connection
    Media
    None for the recommended digital installation
    Resolution
    1024 x 768 minimum display resolution

     

    Team Fortress 2 Minimum Requirements
    CPU: Pentium 4/Athlon XP or better CPU Speed: 1.7 GHz RAM: 512 MB OS: Windows 2000/XP/Vista Video Card: DirectX 8.1 compatible video card (NVIDIA GeForce4+ / ATI Radeon 8500+) Click here for the latest video card drivers Sound Card: Yes Free Disk Space: 5 GB

     

    Team Fortress 2 Recommended Requirements
    CPU: Pentium 4/Athlon XP or better CPU Speed: 3 GHz RAM: 1 GB OS: Windows 2000/XP/Vista Video Card: DirectX 9 compatible video card (NVIDIA GeForce 7900+ / ATI Radeon X1900+) Click here for the latest video card drivers Sound Card: Yes Free Disk Space: 5 GB

     

     

    Thank you so much! This is exactly what I was looking for! I'll check out all the links. I honestly didn't even look at anything that wasn't Pentium/i3+ because I'm partial to them. I have an HP Pentium desktop that I bought on BF 2005 for $800 that still runs great! Granted that's the one I have upgraded the RAM twicw and replaced the fan twice but shes still kicken!  :cool:

     

    Have you considered having him build his own?  You can save money (to a point) when going that direction.  The typical gaming computer ($1600) can be built for about $600.  It will also get him involved in the inner workings of the computer.  Installation instructions are included with each item and it is actually fairly easy to assemble them.

     

    If building them from scratch scares you, he can start with a prebuilt computer, then add a medium duty video card, such as the one Len suggested above.  The $329 Lenovo at Best Buy (with the i5) will do the trick as long as you buy a video card that has a "low profile bracket".  The video card should run around $100-$150.  If you don't have a monitor, Best Buy has the same computer paired with a large monitor for $399 pictured next to it.

     

    Granted, the PS4 is only $250, but it will be mainly used for gaming.  A computer will also allow him to do his homework, school reports, and surf the web easier.  To me, the computer is much more versatile and therefore worth the extra $200.

     

    We did think about building our own but I honestly don't know what to look for for components. My neighbor told me last night that our other neighbor is in IT and build his sons computer. I'm going to ask if he can help! Oh and he has a Chromebook from school for homework ect. But obviously he can't game on it. Lol

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    Gaming computer opinions needed

    in 2016

    Posted

    Games like Overwatch, Team Fortress 2, Garys Mod, and some general indy games. And possibly older CODs to mod.


    Also would we be able to upgrade the graphics card later? I'm not a total techy but I've upgraded RAM and replaced a couple CPU fans. Lol

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    Gaming computer opinions needed

    in 2016

    Posted

    So my son really just wants a gaming computer. I've said no forever cuz they are so expensive. Would any of the $250-300 laptops or desktops on BF work for gaming? I tried Googling but I'm graphics cards dumb! I mean I know they aren't as good as a $1,600 gaming computer but would it "work" or should I not bother and just get him a PS4? Lol

    Target Black friday preview

    in 2015

    Posted · Edited by Jen8112

    I got the AppleTV so that's one thing marked off my gift list for Black Friday shopping! I'm happy! 

    I was just going to go get this. I guess it's the last gen model? Do you know the difference? Also did they let you use the Cartwheel too?

    Does anyone know anything about the quality of the $49.99 tablet? I'm guessing it's not great but would it be worth it for a child? Or too limiting? Thank you!

    Honestly I would just get a Kindle Fire.

    Cell phones on BF?

    in 2014

    Posted

    So I want the Note 4, it's free with a $50 GC. My question is how crazy is BB for cell phones on BF? I'm picturing a huge group of people stuffed in front of the cell counter while 3 employees try activating phones. Lol. And will they have this deal online or only in store? TIA

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