Re: [Hampshire] Advice on specs for a gaming machine

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Author: Roger Munford
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Subject: Re: [Hampshire] Advice on specs for a gaming machine
Alan,

Thanks for that. He is 18 so I have little influence. I am quite
flattered that my advice was sought but, as I said, I am in no position
to help.

Roger


On 11/08/15 17:06, Alan Pope wrote:
> On 11 August 2015 at 16:56, Roger Munford
> <rogermunford@???> wrote:
>> My son has listed his dream machine for 1080p gaming, (maybe 1440p) in
>> particular The Witcher 3, FFXIV, GTA V, WoW and Dishonored 2 on its release.
>>
>> I have no need of a machine costing more than £200 and am in no position to
>> evaluate his choices. My eyes moisten at the thought of a Raspberry Pi 2.
>> I was wondering if anybody with experience in these matters could advise. I
>> just have a feeling that this is overkill.
>>
> Given what he wants to play (I assume he's not really young because
> some of those are quite 'adult' games - GTA V specifically - however,
> not telling you how to parent :D ) it looks like a fine setup. I'm
> coveting that video card for a start! You could go lower, but would
> get terrible frame rates at high detail on those resolutions.
>
> Nice setup, I'm envious :)
>
> Cheers,
> Al.
>



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