Much learned here...

[Ocala]

What a GREAT site Vanguard Spheres provides. I joined the forums today and already have learned much regarding the next computer I should buy. I have not played games in a while, maxing out a few characters in WoW and becoming bored. I am very excited about 'Vanguard: Saga of Heros' in the near future.
The many comments and ideas read here in the forum, help me to determine what I plan to buy regarding a new gaming computer.
Until recently, I thought AMD was the way to go for a processor, until I read the stats on the NEW Intel E6700 duo core 2 processor. Then the video card!? I was sold on Nvidea 7900 GTX or 7950 GX2 until I read about the DX-10 available soon (next generation video card). I'll probably go with the Dell XPS 700 unless someone would recommend another company.
I'll sure look forward to reading and learning more in the forum... and by the time 'Saga of Heros' is released, I'll know enough to put together a system worthy of the game.
Ocala

[Nil]

Originally Posted by Ocala

I'll probably go with the Dell XPS 700 unless someone would recommend another company.

Welcome to the Nexus, Ocala.

I'd recommend pretty much any other company. Actually, I'd recommend that you build it yourself. It's really not as hard as you'd think to put a computer together. You'll save money, AND it's upgradeable. The thing to watch out for with Dell is that they often use proprietary parts and you can't upgrade them.

On the AMD vs. Conroe issue, AMD really slashed their prices, so it's all alot more viable than it was.

So now, it all depends on how much you want to spend. Buy a Conroe at $200+, or a X2 3800 at $100? Choices are good. I like choices.

And everyone knows Radeon is better than Nvidia. (grin)

[Neatton]

Im sorry im on the road right now moving but ill respond to this in more length as soon as im settled

[Pirotess]

Aye the price slashes on some of the X2 chips have approached or exceeded 50% off. While you may get better performance with conroe, its going to come at a premium, at least until they get production cranked up or AMD fires back again with their newest chip.

[Taronn Anvilmarr]

Originally Posted by Nil

And everyone knows Radeon is better than Nvidia. (grin)

LOL

I like my Nvidia just fine - it is too powerfull for EQ2 right now - they havent fixed that bug (so i can outrun anything when I go into overdrive- have to reboot to fix - kinda annoying but workable).

NVidia 7900 GS - was cheap too

[Nil]

Originally Posted by Taronn Anvilmarr

it is too powerfull for EQ2 right now

I remember how they kept touting the graphics in EQ2 as so advanced that it would take years to use all of the features...

[Dwiglex]

U got to admit EQ2 DID have some Really nice things about it but VSOH is going to Blow it outta the water from some of the things i saw.
I dont think sony had a Grasp on the GPU market at ALL whent hey said that.
There are some New cards Right now that will See the market maybe next year, That will bring NEW MEANING to LIFELIKE.

[Mobius]

Build your computer, it's what I'm doing, nearly complete on my grocery list of parts too. Ocala you can't go wrong with building your PC, and everyone around here is really supportive.

[Raolinx Aeromancer]

Welcome to VS Ocala.

Since you don't here this much but you always hear "Build it yourself" I'll say buy your system outright. Save the time and hassle of digging up all the pieces, making sure there compatable, assembling them, and installing the software.

Rao (aka the anti-build your own pc guy)

PS. Most of this was meant in jest. Build it or buy it just get something that fits your lifestyle and cash flow.

[Pirotess]

Machine building can definitely be a frustrating experience for newbies and veterans alike. If you enjoy tinkering though its all good. If you dont then buying is probably the way to go. Costs more but what is your convenience worth? Thats really what it comes down to. Good luck and if you decide to build feel free to post here and we'll help you out.