echo1 0 Posted June 14, 2009 In theory, two GTX 285s would outdo a GTX 295 (a GTX 295 is like two GTX275s, except slightly slower). I say in theory because SLI can be somewhat unpredictable at times. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DEMONKarelia 10 Posted June 14, 2009 (edited) ch_123, Huge to you thanks. Misters developers, a question to you: It would be desirable to see tests SLI 285 and Qadro SLI 295 in ArmA2. Edited June 14, 2009 by DEMONKarelia Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BaseJumper 10 Posted June 14, 2009 Hi fellas! I need your expert help on computers. Which component should I upgrade first to get smooth ARMA 2 online multiplayer, with more than 50 humans plus AI ? :confused: ( I am not hosting a server: just joining a dedicated one) Please kindly note: I am low on cash :p Here are my PC specs: - AMD Athlonâ„¢ X2 Dual-Core 4850e (2.5 Ghz) - Gigabyte MA78GM-S2H mainboard rev 1.1(with built-in graphics Radeon HD 3200 : 512 MB of System RAM set aside for it) - 2 GB DDR2 6400 memory Kit in Dual-channel mode (Corsair TWIN2X2048 - 6400C5DHX) (note: Windows XP shows 1.5 GB RAM, because 512 MB is used by the built-in Radeon HD 3200) - 7200 rpm SATA I Harddisk - Windows XP Professional SP3 (32bit) - 17"inch CRT monitor running at 1024x768 pixels @ 32 bit color. - Coolermaster 460 Watts PowerSupply - Cable Broadband internet 2Mbps in /256kbps out Please give me your suggestions. Help a poor fella out.. Thank yoo verrry much for your help !! :bounce3: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
echo1 0 Posted June 14, 2009 Definitely need a video card upgrade. The CPU would probably be enough. What's your budget? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BaseJumper 10 Posted June 14, 2009 Definitely need a video card upgrade. The CPU would probably be enough. What's your budget? Hmm, vid card.. Ok, I may be able to spend about 150 USD .. :p Got any suggestions ? Might also be good to not have to upgrade my Power supply too :p Thank you ch_123 & kklownboy ! :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kostej 10 Posted June 14, 2009 HI i have a question, can i play arma 2 on some decent setting(and with playable FPS) with this PC? Processor: Intel® Core2 Duo CPU E8200 @ 2.66GHz (2 CPUs) Memory: 3328MB RAM DDR2 800MHZ (actually 4GB but windows xp cant work with it) System Model: Asus P5K-E Graphic card: ATI HD4850 512MB Should i buy ARMA 2 at all? I refuse to play with everything on low, and for PC change is too early for me. And of course big THANKS to everyone for help :) (and sry for my english:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Azamato 0 Posted June 14, 2009 you will play it on med/high with a decent fps Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
walle 10 Posted June 14, 2009 (edited) Hi Kostej, keep terrain and object detail set to normal whilst not going above 1680x1050 res and you should be fine. Best regards, Eric Edited June 14, 2009 by walle Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lightcreated 10 Posted June 14, 2009 (edited) Ok please tell me if this is good enough and what settings do you think i can run and what fps. AMD Phenom II X4 920 quad core processor 4 GIGS of ram 7200 500gig HD Vista home premium 790GX MOBO 4870 1GIG Card & 4890 1GIG Card in Crossfire 850 WTT PSU 22 Inch Widescreen Monitor 1650 x 1050 res 2 ms response time. Edited June 14, 2009 by Lightcreated Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
echo1 0 Posted June 14, 2009 Hmm, vid card..Ok, I may be able to spend about 150 USD .. :p Got any suggestions ? Might also be good to not have to upgrade my Power supply too :p Thank you ch_123 & kklownboy ! :D This site here is a pretty good tool for figuring out power consumption. Ideally, if you have a 460W unit, you wouldnt want a spec that consumes more than 380-400W (It's always a good idea to leave a healthy margin of error) If memory serves me correct, the GTS250 is in the $150 price region and is a pretty sound choice. I'd put your system details + a GTS250 into that calculator and see what it draws. If it takes too much power (and I don't think it would, they're meant to be quite power efficient) try a 9800GT instead. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BaseJumper 10 Posted June 14, 2009 @ch_123 Thank you very much for that link and the video card recommendation! Yup, I am looking for power-efficient stuff. Don't want to spend too much on electrical bills :P Thus I'm using that AMD 4850e (45 Watt cpu). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sgt gul 0 Posted June 14, 2009 hi potatomasher, i have a similair system as you do. my CPU is 5600+, 2GB 333Mhz, and my videocard is HD 3870 512 MB. i should be oke then? your screenshot is very nice, what settings is that on? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Basil Brush 10 Posted June 14, 2009 Well, the one that made that video, seems to have missed something in the settings ( oval scope anyone ? ) , and haven't posted anything about settings, and hardware used to make it.... So it's a bit hard to say if it's game or system (or even user ) dependant.That being said, I don't notice mutch lod shifting, some, ofcourse, whit the scope of this game, i'm sure not even a cray would handle it without problems ;) , but it's not a big deal to me Aftherall, i'm usualy not looking for flikkering, but enemies :p Hardware is in my sig. Settings make no difference it happens on low/high. I tried my old 8800gtx card and its exactly the same. This is not an isolated issue as I've seen other videos on youtube where textures flicker. Its been like it since Arma 1 and its very annoying, not playing Arma 2 until its fixed (wont hold my breath). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lightcreated 10 Posted June 14, 2009 Well i just played around in the editor and played the training missions but i already can say this is a rough jewel for me.It is quite the opposite of A1, it feels quick, lot less sluggish, the graphics are extremely beautifull and the effects like the motion blur and head wobbling really add to the atmosphere. And it runs super smooth where A1 was rather sluggish for me, the last patch changed that a bit but still A1 wasnt feeling perfect. And what i really hated in A1 was the flying, in A2 its really fun, still not super easy but it feels very responding so you can easily fly between trees with your helicopter, strike targets with unguided weapons or land very precisely. I know the pros did that too in A1 but in A2 even i can have fun flying without much training. The Ai so far seems a bit 50/50, the seemed to use the cover and moved around flanking me but it seems often they dont fire too fast at me. But i need to play some actual missions and see if the campaign has bugs, the core game itself seems very ok to me, a bit patching here and there and i have no doubt that this game is a true OFP sequel. However that is just my opinion and i have to admit i overlook a few lil bugs when the game itself feels great. My Specs: XP professional SP2 AMD Phenom X4 9850 AMD/ATI HD4870 512MB 4GB DDR2-800 Ram ( XP only uses 3,3Gb of it though ) All settings are High or Highest only the postprocessing effect is switched to lowest because that blur is very annoying, yet you still have lots of situation depending blur effects on that setting. Can you please tell me how high i can run it on my rig, i might have missed a few specs tho. AMD Phenom II X4 920 quad core processor 4 GIGS of ram 7200 500gig HD Vista home premium 790GX MOBO 4870 1GIG Card & 4890 1GIG Card in Crossfire 850 WTT PSU 22 Inch Widescreen Monitor 1650 x 1050 res 2 ms response time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ogryzek 10 Posted June 14, 2009 Anyone tried out the new nvidia 185.85 drivers? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Simon C 0 Posted June 14, 2009 Can you please tell me how high i can run it on my rig, i might have missed a few specs tho.AMD Phenom II X4 920 quad core processor 4 GIGS of ram 7200 500gig HD Vista home premium 790GX MOBO 4870 1GIG Card & 4890 1GIG Card in Crossfire 850 WTT PSU 22 Inch Widescreen Monitor 1650 x 1050 res 2 ms response time. You should ask this in the System Specs thread, seeing as it's the proper place for it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Placebo 29 Posted June 14, 2009 Last few posts moved to the ArmA 2: System Specifications/Discussions thread as they don't belong here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shinobi575 10 Posted June 15, 2009 Hmm, vid card..Ok, I may be able to spend about 150 USD .. :p Got any suggestions ? Might also be good to not have to upgrade my Power supply too :p Thank you ch_123 & kklownboy ! :D i bought this for 108 $ off ebay, defintily an awesome graphics card, and its what BIS recommends for normal/high graphics http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=270400076613 i also bought this for 35 $ and so far its good, awesome performance http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817339012 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackDaniels308 10 Posted June 15, 2009 Can any one tell me what kind of settings I can get with arma 2 on my computer. Im a complete noob when it comes to computers. Intel Core 2 duo E8500 3.16ghz 4 gigs of ram nvidia 9800 Gt windows vista 64 bit Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craigsa 0 Posted June 15, 2009 Same here please: Intel Q9300 ATI 3870X2 1gig 4 gigs DDR3 Ram 1066 Intel Bonetrail X38BT Vista 64 Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BaseJumper 10 Posted June 15, 2009 i bought this for 108 $ off ebay, defintily an awesome graphics card, and its what BIS recommends for normal/high graphics http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=270400076613 i also bought this for 35 $ and so far its good, awesome performance http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817339012 Thank you USI Shinobi ! Great Stuff ! :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wiemerman 10 Posted June 15, 2009 would this run the game Intel® Core 2 Quad Q8200 processor (2.33GHz, 1333MHz FSB, 4MB Cache) Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium 4GB DDR2 667MHz memory 768MB NVIDIA® GeForce 9600GS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
