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    Is the W6 okay for gaming

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by supra, Apr 13, 2006.

  1. supra

    supra Newbie

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    Hey guys,

    Was just wondering if the W6 would be okay for gaming and if not are there any alternatives that are lightweight and have okay gaming performance. (Performance-wise I'm after that can play Bf2)

    Thanks
     
    supra, Apr 13, 2006
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  2. SRD

    SRD Notebook Virtuoso

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    w6 has intergrated graphics sucks for gaming. the w7 and sony sz and w3j are your best bets.
     
    SRD, Apr 13, 2006
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    I agree... the W6 probably isn't the best.
    The A8J would be a good alternative to the W3J if money is an issue...
     
    AuroraS, Apr 13, 2006
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    ycd.tsai Notebook Consultant

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    I was going to get the Sony Vaio with integrated graphics... but since I love CS:Source so much I decided to get the W3J with the x1600 on it. Also might help with my video editing ; )
     
    ycd.tsai, Apr 13, 2006
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    heh integrated graphics just won't cut it
     
    necknight, Apr 13, 2006
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    ycd.tsai Notebook Consultant

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    Amen to that necknight =)
     
    ycd.tsai, Apr 13, 2006
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    Johnny9ball, Apr 13, 2006
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    That site has a pop up that beats my pop-up blocker and who knows what else for all those who would want to know that. Thanks Johnny :mad:

    The link has small simple game downloads...I agree you could game on a W6 with Integrated graphics, but It wouldn't be the best idea for today's latest and greatest titles. If you're into smaller and older games that aren't graphic intense, like puzzles etc...you'll be fine...but If you're into gaming and It's important to you, then you'll want to look at some of the systems with dedicated graphics cards...like the one's already mentioned above. The latest GMA integrated graphics are better than most people would think, especially for these tiny systems.

    If I had to choose, I'd say check out the W7 series :)
     
    CalibratedComa, Apr 14, 2006
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    It didn't beat my popup blocker.
     
    Johnny9ball, Apr 14, 2006
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