-
We’re currently investigating an issue related to the forum theme and styling that is impacting page layout and visual formatting. The problem has been identified, and we are actively working on a resolution. There is no impact to user data or functionality, this is strictly a front-end display issue. We’ll post an update once the fix has been deployed. Thanks for your patience while we get this sorted.
Why do people build very expensive gaming machines?
Page 3 - Seeking answers? Join the AnandTech community: where nearly half-a-million members share solutions and discuss the latest tech.
I was comparing Xbox with a similar spec PC to show that PCs need a whole lot more resources to even match Xbox.
Emulator, DVD playback, etc will tell you that PC makes much less efficient than slower, highly optimized hardware based solution. You run the program through Windows, which makes it more or less like emulation.
How well do you suppose you can capture 30fps , 500 ish lines of resolution video into MPEG in real time on a sub 366MHz PII machine? Probably not very well, but the processor in MiniDV or DVD-RW camcorder takes image from the CCD and record it as MPEG realtime. The processor in camcorder is probably not very fast.
Cerb
Elite Member
I hate it, but I must say: use search.
There are very good reasons for it, not the least of which being stuck using a gamepad, low resolution for most people (640x480 interlaced at best), low framerate (60 FPS interlaced, 30 full), and limited customizability. Also, most multiplayer sucks, while we accept good multiplayer as standard for PC games.
The gamepad alone is enough to rule out any strategy and/or FPS games.
htmlmasterdave
Golden Member
lol honda is safer than bmw? 😀
Console games are expensive. CD-Rs are not. =]
Any gaming pc will out perform an XBox... plus I don't like the way the controller feels, computers are way more fun... why buy a pc and an XBox when you can do mostly everything on pc?
PC > Consoles, especially for multiplayer and the new hot titles.
Any gaming pc will out perform an XBox... plus I don't like the way the controller feels, computers are way more fun... why buy a pc and an XBox when you can do mostly everything on pc?
PC > Consoles, especially for multiplayer and the new hot titles.
On a PC I can do way more than an xbox. In one night I can play a MMORPG with thousands of other people from around the world, do my homework, browse the net, chat on MSN, listen to music, watch a movie and a crap load of other stuff I can do with a PC all from the comfort of the one place. And many of those things I can be doing at the same time. Advanategs a PC also holds in games are far superior multiplayer experiances, MODs, PC games look a shitload better and the mouse/keyboard which is far superior to a gamepad for most types of games except maybe sport/racing.
BurnItDwn
Lifer
Because PCs are MUCH better for gaming unless you like sports or RPGs.
I want FPS and RTS and I could care less about all other forms of gaming.
When I see Doom 3 for the xbox that looks as good and runs as good as on my PC, then I will consider a console. However, It needs to have a keyboard and mouse ssince gaming pads suck for FPS and RTS games.
I want FPS and RTS and I could care less about all other forms of gaming.
When I see Doom 3 for the xbox that looks as good and runs as good as on my PC, then I will consider a console. However, It needs to have a keyboard and mouse ssince gaming pads suck for FPS and RTS games.
sharkeeper
Lifer
Because consoles cannot run 1920x1200.
Cheers!
Cheers!
I sorta agree on sports, though the PC does have some nice sports games, but I'm not sure with RPGs... all of the FF's are available on PC, MMORPGs are mostly pc-only, except for FFXI which can be played on the ps2 as well, adn there are plenty of other good rpgs that are on the pc in addition to consoles or are pc-only; diablo 1 & 2, Baldur's Gate 1 & 2, and SpellForce (underrated game) to name a few off the top of my head. I think it comes down to individual titles. Some are console only, and if there happens to be one you *must* play, that's the only reason for a console for a PC owner. For those who don't own a PC or who are on an extremely tight budget, it's entirely different, of course. Doesn't matter how much better a PC can be if the most you can afford is ~$500; at that price a $300 web surfing Dell + a console and a couple games is probably the better choice
if you're really building yourself an very expensive pc for gaming than that must mean that you like gaming a lot. and if you really like it that much, it makes sense to have two of the leading consoles along with a good gaming pc (wont put that huge of a dent in your poket, 149 for ps2/xbox). the reason being that there are actually games out for consoles that are spectacular and will never make it to the pc. so if you're an enthusiast my feeling is you should have the best of both worlds.
powerMarkymark
Platinum Member
Expensive gaming machines offer a whole world of computing and consoles.........not.
0marTheZealot
Golden Member
Cuz you can't play HL2 on a console.
That's really all that needs to be said.
That's really all that needs to be said.
not quite true
"The Matrix" is the only xbox game that supports 1080i HD so it runs at ~1900x1080
The xbox is the only console to support HD, most 720p and Widescreen 480p.
Being able to see my wideouts in NFL2k5 at the line without tipping my hand to my opponent by zooming out is very nice.
JackBurton
Lifer
Yeah, that's a great idea. Can we also compare the price between the two?
Well the consoles come with everything to play...just hook it up and go. Remember that $600 for the 6800u in only buying you the video aspect or your system... and in the price of your mother bpard, FX-53 chip...2 gigs of high $ ram...case...$200 sound card...$50 mouse...$50 keyboard...$300 flat screen...$100+ hard drive...$60+ power supply...$30 Cd-Drive...now add another $100+ for all the fan and cables to hook it ....
I would reconsider you console statement 🙂
TRENDING THREADS
-
Discussion Zen 5 Speculation (EPYC Turin and Strix Point/Granite Ridge - Ryzen 9000)- Started by DisEnchantment
- Replies: 25K
-
Discussion Intel Meteor, Arrow, Lunar & Panther Lakes + WCL Discussion Threads
- Started by Tigerick
- Replies: 25K
-
Discussion Intel current and future Lakes & Rapids thread- Started by TheF34RChannel
- Replies: 24K
-
-
