The Personal Computer Thread

[Aryan]

I won't be using it for gaming or big time editing. Just small stuff for youtube and all. So I doubt ill need any expensive graphic card. Or do I?

No, then you ofcourse won't.

[Samyaza]

@Samyaza: Get atleast 4GB of RAM and a top of the line graphics card if you want to do some serious video editing as well as gaming! Heck, I have 6GB of RAM (although Windows XP doesn't use all of it, sadly. ) and a GTX260, but I still sometimes feel I should've got the GTX280! More is, after all really not enough.

I won't be using it for gaming or big time editing. Just small stuff for youtube and all. So I doubt ill need any expensive graphic card. Or do I?

[Aryan]

@Samyaza: Get atleast 4GB of RAM and a top of the line graphics card if you want to do some serious video editing as well as gaming! Heck, I have 6GB of RAM (although Windows XP doesn't use all of it, sadly. ) and a GTX260, but I still sometimes feel I should've got the GTX280! More is, after all really not enough.

[Samyaza]

Hello people, Im looking to get an assembled PC. The only thing i've decided is the processor which is Core 2 Quad Q8200. I need help in fixing a motherboard and all the other necessary hardware for it. If you guys could tell me what exactly to look for then I can do the searching. I need it mostly to record sound clips and some video editing at times. Forgot the budget. Max is 25k including the processor.

Thanks.

[nightwing]

Thanks a lot for your suggestion guys!!I know C@D are in the favorite list of consumers but lately I heard lot of appreciation of AMD too but wasn't able to compare with C2D.
Surely, Gaming is also one of my priority and along with AMD I'm getting a 512mb graphic card(NVIDIA 9200M)
Is it good enough? or C2D processor with intel graphics media accelerator X3100
@tom sawyer: No bro, No linux for me, either XP or vista

Yes AMDs are good. But their superiority is limited to desktop processors.On the mobile front Intel is still the biggie.
And the first option is a lot better for you. An AMD coupled with a 9200M will perform better in games/HD movies/graphic design than the Intel with that lousy chipset.

[rohitmundra]

My suggestion would be to stick with the core 2 duo processor.. In general the newer intel laptop cpus + chipsets give better power performance than AMD also overall speed of the core 2 duo should also be better..

AMD any time for me.
Few things I'd consider about a Proc+Chipset combo:
Heating issues.
Driver availability for Linux

If you intend to run Linux the latest specs in the market are overkill.
If Windo$ gaming, go for the latest config. These latest laptops are what enterprise work stations were 2 yrs ago!

Even though I am a hardcore AMD-Ati fan but in the case of mobile computing nothing beats Intel. Sure you will get the AMD variant a lot cheaper than the Intel one but the brute force of Core 2 Duo cannot be matched to the Turion X2. Also Intel has better battery life.
Get the Intel one if your budget allows you.Else AMD wont disappoint either.
Another thing that is the deciding factor is the graphic chipset. Look for a HD3200 or anything above.

Thanks a lot for your suggestion guys!!I know C@D are in the favorite list of consumers but lately I heard lot of appreciation of AMD too but wasn't able to compare with C2D.
Surely, Gaming is also one of my priority and along with AMD I'm getting a 512mb graphic card(NVIDIA 9200M)
Is it good enough? or C2D processor with intel graphics media accelerator X3100
@tom sawyer: No bro, No linux for me, either XP or vista

[nightwing]

guys... how good is it to buy this:
HP Pavilion a6710in Desktop PC



Indicative PriceRs. 30,990Taxes & levies extra


Specifications

Accessories, supplies & services
Processor, operating system and memory Operating system installed
Genuine

Here's a config in the same price that would be double as fast as the one you posted.
Processor: Intel E8400 ~9k
Motherboard: Gigabyte G31-S2L ~2.4k
RAM :Transcend 2x2gb ddr2 800 ~2k
Hard Drive: Seagate sata II 7200.12 500gb ~3k
Graphic Card: Sapphire HD4850 - ~9.5k
PSU: Corsair VX450 - ~4k
Total:29900/- and you still have leftover for a decent cabinet and a sound card.

P.S.: DDR2 is better than the others.

[shadez]

guys... how good is it to buy this:
HP Pavilion a6710in Desktop PC



Indicative PriceRs. 30,990Taxes & levies extra


Specifications

Accessories, supplies & services
Processor, operating system and memory Operating system installed
Genuine

[nightwing]

I'm planning to buy a laptop but confused between the Core 2 Duo processor 2.0(T5800) and AMD turion 2.0(both HP)
What is the basic difference between these two? and which one is better for future

Even though I am a hardcore AMD-Ati fan but in the case of mobile computing nothing beats Intel. Sure you will get the AMD variant a lot cheaper than the Intel one but the brute force of Core 2 Duo cannot be matched to the Turion X2. Also Intel has better battery life.
Get the Intel one if your budget allows you.Else AMD wont disappoint either.
Another thing that is the deciding factor is the graphic chipset. Look for a HD3200 or anything above.

[Shadowfax]

Thanks nightwing , will inquire about this one also.

U should get the Palit 4670. There is Sapphire also. Check availability in ur area, otherwise u can also buy online from TheITWares - Buy Computer Hardware , PC Components , Laptop Computers - One Stop for all Gizmos!!

[TomSawyer]

I'm planning to buy a laptop but confused between the Core 2 Duo processor 2.0(T5800) and AMD turion 2.0(both HP)
What is the basic difference between these two? and which one is better for future

AMD any time for me.
Few things I'd consider about a Proc+Chipset combo:
Heating issues.
Driver availability for Linux

If you intend to run Linux the latest specs in the market are overkill.
If Windo$ gaming, go for the latest config. These latest laptops are what enterprise work stations were 2 yrs ago!

and which one is better for future

If gaming, the games get progressively HW hungry. The HW becomes obsolete even before you purchase it! As for regular home/enterprise use, it should be good enough for atleast 5 years.

Read: Games = graphics intensive CAD/CAM/CAE, 3D animation, Video edits. Sound processing? its a different ballgame.

I assembled a PC 3 years ago. It's an AMD Athlon 64 3000+ socket 939 proc. Still going great. am not abreast with latest tech. know-how a bit rusty here.

[no1lives4ever]

I'm planning to buy a laptop but confused between the Core 2 Duo processor 2.0(T5800) and AMD turion 2.0(both HP)
What is the basic difference between these two? and which one is better for future

My suggestion would be to stick with the core 2 duo processor.. In general the newer intel laptop cpus + chipsets give better power performance than AMD also overall speed of the core 2 duo should also be better..

[rohitmundra]

I'm planning to buy a laptop but confused between the Core 2 Duo processor 2.0(T5800) and AMD turion 2.0(both HP)
What is the basic difference between these two? and which one is better for future

[andy.rebels]

Thanks nightwing , will inquire about this one also.

[nightwing]

@vroom: my budget is till 4 k. but i also crave for playing good quality games like POP series.....

hey guys so wht ram my 945 motherboard will support.

945 Chipset motherboards support DDR2 as far as I know. But the speed of the RAM depends on what model of the motherboard you have.I am guessing it's 667mhz. You can get a 2GB stick for around 1600/-. Try to get Kingston or some other reputed brand if your budget allows you.
Get a Ati HD 4670. Will cost around 4500-5000/-.

I wouldn't suggest putting two RAMs of different speeds in your system.