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    Can the intel GMA 950 play WoW at medium settings?

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by ImaginaryDreams, Jun 26, 2007.

  1. ImaginaryDreams

    ImaginaryDreams Notebook Enthusiast

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    since the 950 can use aero...


    IF NOT than what is the lowest video card I can go to be able to play WoW at med. settings?
     
    ImaginaryDreams, Jun 26, 2007
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    atiesh Notebook Enthusiast

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    I've seen the GMA950 running wow, but it was only able to do so smooth on lowest settings... So, for best experience i strongly suggest getting Yourself at least GeForce go 7300 or mobility radeon x1300/1400... I'm sure You won't regret a single penny/cent.
     
    atiesh, Jun 26, 2007
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    I have also seen a 950 run WoW at low and it doesn't look good. A better integrated card will run it well at medium, something like an ATi xpress 200, 1100, 1150, 1250 or 1270, or a Geforce go 6100 or 6150.

    For rather better results a dedicated gpu like an X1300 or Geforce go 7300 should run it with high settings quite nicely. If you want even better performance a geforce go 7400 or ATi X1400 should be able to add some Anti-aliasing and Anisotropc FIltering to that which will make it look very nice indeed.

    Edit: you mention Aero so I'll presume you're looking at Vista. If that is the case I'd definitely recommend a dedicated card like ATi X1300 or Geforce go 7300 or better for WoW.
     
    moon angel, Jun 26, 2007
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