Need a new Computer to play Quake Wars

(Stalbo) #1

Hello, Just this morning I bought an unopened copy of quake wars for $5, and am most satisfied with my purchase.

Unfortunately, my computer blew itself up, and I need to buy a new one. I am computer illiterate, and have a limited budget.

I found that the following computer seems to be the most powerful from the choices I had, and has some nice reviews. I am curious to know if this computer is compatible with the game.

Here is the link: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Dell+-+Inspiron+Desktop+/+Intel%26%23174%3B+Pentium%26%23174%3B+Processor+/+4GB+Memory+/+500GB+Hard+Drive/9846086.p?id=1218183110027&skuId=9846086

If not, I would appreciate a suggestion a to what I could buy, but anything over $500 would break my budget for the rest of the year. So, please be gentle with your suggestions.

I only need a tower and a place to put the disk in. I really want to play this game…

(Kl3ppy) #2

Im not sure, but i would say, that this GFX Card cant handle ETQW.
Maybe u can find 100 $ and then u can go for this one: http://www.dell.com/us/p/inspiron-580/pd?oc=ddpcyf51&model_id=inspiron-580
This can handle ETQW pretty decent.

(Stalbo) #3

Thankyou. Although I do have to say OUCH!

that is 636 dollars out the window right there. a whole two month’s Salary for me.

:frowning:

If only the economy wasn’t so bad…

(Nail) #4

this one would work, but it’s from the Canadian site
http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/product/gateway-gateway-desktop-computer-featuring-amd-athlon-ii-x3-425-processor-sx2311-01c-sx2311-01c/10145506.aspx?path=eff60382dcbe879ff8c047a725f8c892en02

(Stalbo) #5

[QUOTE=Nail;241501]this one would work, but it’s from the Canadian site
http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/product/gateway-gateway-desktop-computer-featuring-amd-athlon-ii-x3-425-processor-sx2311-01c-sx2311-01c/10145506.aspx?path=eff60382dcbe879ff8c047a725f8c892en02[/QUOTE]

Perfect!

the only problem is that it’s in Canada… >.>

(Nail) #6

nope, the problem is, you ain’t

:wink:

you could ask your local BB if they can get one for you

(Stalbo) #7

If only I could get a PC that was powerful enough, affordable, AND close by. :frowning:

(xTriXxy) #8

pc for 399 (pentium dual core e5400)
gpu for 99.99 (Radeon 5450 1GB)

(Nail) #9

Canadian stores carry different products and are often cheaper

(Stalbo) #10

if the PC wasn’t sold out… but that card is perfect.

thankyou for all your help! I’m sure I can whip something up now. :3

(Nail) #11

no prob, that’s what we’re here for

(Stalbo) #12

I’ll have to wait another month before I can mass enough $$.

if you guys happen to stumble upon a happy solution that meets my criteria for less dollars, that would be nice. :slight_smile:

I want to play this game so bad that I am willing to spend 500 on it. I’m screwed up. haha.

(Nail) #13

if you don’t mind internet purchase
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883227241R

should play just about anything

(Stalbo) #14

[QUOTE=Nail;241515]if you don’t mind internet purchase
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883227241R

should play just about anything[/QUOTE]

That… is amazing.

every post is one better computer.

well, I’ll be off to bed.

(Stalbo) #15

I found another computer from Walmart.

It’s graphics card isn’t as good, but what do you think? It is in my price range. :3

(Aristotle) #16

It’s a gateway, but the specs are nice for only 499$

http://www.frys.com/product/6143509?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG

Operating System Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium (64-bit)

Memory 6144MB 1333MHz DDR3 Memory (2 x 2048MB and 2 x 1024MB Modules)

Memory Capacity Expandable to 8GB

Hard Drive 1TB SATA hard drive (Green Product - variable RPM)

Video Integrated Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X4500HD

Optical Drive 16X DVD+/-R/RW SuperMulti Drive

Application Software Microsoft® Works and Microsoft® Office Home and Student 2007 (60-day complimentary trial period)

Audio High-Definition Audio with 5.1-channel Surround Sound Support

Available Expansion Slots Available: 1 - PCI-E x16, 1 - PCI-E x1

Chassis Modern and Sophisticated Small Form Factor Design

External Ports (9) USB 2.0 ports (5 Front, 4 Rear), (2) PS/2 Ports, Photo Frame Button, VGA, HDMI (Rear), IEEE 1394a, eSATA, (5) Audio Ports, Optical S/PDIF

Media Card Reader Multi-in-One Digital Media Card Reader

Motherboard Systemboard with Intel® H57 Express Chipset

Network 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 port)

Power Supply 220W Power Supply

Security Software Norton™ Internet Security 2009 (60-day trial)

Warranty 1 Year Parts and Labor Limited Warranty with Toll-Free Tech Support

I always buy my electronics from Fry’s. they generally have the best prices and have a better selection of what I am looking for. If you live near one and can make it inside it’s even better. They always have in store sales and a lot of the time you can get great package deals that aren’t advertised.

(murka) #17

That pc simply wont run etqw.

(Aristotle) #18

The one I posted? The only real thing it may need is a graphics card, which can be replaced at very little cost to the min required for qw.

(murka) #19

I’d suggest building a pc from selected components. Also i’m quite sure there is something you can salvage from old pc(hdd? dvd drive? psu? case?).
ETQW does need an nvidia/ati gfx card.
The psu on that box will probably not handle the extra gfx card.

(Stalbo) #20

I found another gaming computer.

compared to the one from newegg.com, it is nearly identical, but with slightly different stats.

I am going to buy one or the other.

I have decided this much.