Help meh Please

[Thaistyle]

Hi, I need help with graphic card that could support this computer. my bugget is around $100. thank you. and the games that i'm looking forward to play is Aion, Champion online.

Product Features

* Intel® Core™2 Quad processor Q8200
Features 4 processing cores, 1333MHz frontside bus, 4MB L2 cache and 2.33GHz processor speed per core.
* Four powerful processing cores
Let you get into gaming, communicating and running multiple applications simultaneously.
* 4GB DDR3 memory
For multitasking power.
* Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive
With double-layer support records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL media; supports DVD-RAM; also supports Labelflash direct-disc labels using compatible Labelflash media.
* 640GB SATA hard drive (7200 rpm)
Offers spacious storage options and fast read/write times.
* Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X4500
Delivers intense images with stunning detail.
* Multi-in-one digital media card reader
Supports Compact Flash Type I/II, Compact Flash +, Microdrive, MultiMediaCard, Reduced-Size MultiMediaCard, Secure Digital, xD-Picture Card, Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO formats.
* IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interface and 9 high-speed USB 2.0 ports (5 front)
For fast digital data transfer and easy peripheral connectivity
* Built-in 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN
With RJ-45 connector and 56 Kbps modem for quick and easy wired Web connection.
* Amplified stereo speakers
With 6-channel high-definition audio create a lush soundscape.
* Built-in device holder
Provides a convenient place for your camera, MP3 player or camcorder.
* Photo frame button
Lets you turn your monitor (not included) into a slideshow of your favorite photos.
* Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit Edition operating system
With Service Pack 1 (SP1) preinstalled provides a stable platform for word processing, Web navigation, gaming, media storage and more.
* Software package included
With Adobe Reader, Microsoft Money Essentials and more. 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office Home 2007 also included.
* Intel, Pentium, Celeron, Centrino, Core, Viiv, Intel Inside and the Intel Inside logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

 

[anonymousdude]

What resolution do you game at? I would recommend a 4850, but I'm not sure if your power supply is good enough.

 

[Thaistyle]

What resolution do you game at? I would recommend a 4850, but I'm not sure if your power supply is good enough.

the monitor is like 20" widescreen can you recommend the resolution and about the power supply for the computer do i need to change it also? the computer is build by gateway.
thanks

 

[smoggy12345]

20" monitor most likely 1650x1080 you need to find out your power supply rating...anything 500watt and above i would imagine you'd be ok.

Not sure how much they in $$$ but HD4850 is a good card.

 

[xc0mmiex]

100$ = 4850

 

[Thaistyle]

20" monitor most likely 1650x1080 you need to find out your power supply rating...anything 500watt and above i would imagine you'd be ok.

Not sure how much they in $$$ but HD4850 is a good card.

The power supply is 220w and motherboard is intel G43 chipset +ICH10

 

[anonymousdude]

You will need a new power supply as I barely trust the power supply you have for powering your system.

Here's a good one for $50

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817341022

As for 4850 look for one with a good warranty like these 2 cards

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150337

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150351

OR

if you want a slightly cheaper one.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102824

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121253

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814131162

I personally prefer XFX over the other brands because of the warranty.

 

[Onus]

Your PSU is the bare minimum to run that system. I'm not even sure you could safely add a HD4650 or HD4670, and they don't even need auxilliary power.
If your total budget is only $100, you'll need to wait. Do NOT buy a cheap PSU; you'll be risking your entire system. You'll want a quality 450W-500W unit. I would suggest Antec, Corsair, PC Power & Cooling, Seasonic, or Enermax. OCZ has some good models, but the one anonymousdude linked has not yet been competently reviewed, so I don't know about that one.

 

[anonymousdude]

OCZ and PC Power & Cooling have merged and though they are still separate brands. Recently OCZ power supplies have been getting better and more reliable. Whether this one is one of their good models is unknown, but for $40 it's better than most at the price point.

 

[Onus]

The only thing I've read about it is that Sirtec is the OEM, and their reputation has not been good in the past. The fact that this one is 80+ certified bodes well (as it had to have survived being tested at 100% load), but I'd still like to see a review.
I will agree that there's not much worth buying for $40, although sometimes an Earthwatts is on special at that price, or the 370W or 400W PC Power & Cooling.