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    Will this computer run Oblivion?

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Tokuman, Apr 16, 2006.

  1. Tokuman

    Tokuman Notebook Evangelist

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    http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/HP-P...47205/catOid/-12963/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

    Recently I have bought a couple computer games that would not run on my computer because of my 64 mb graphics card. I think it is time to buy a new computer. Also, since this has a dedicated hard drive, would I be able to upgrade it to a 256?

    I am not sure if this is the right place to ask these questions. I tried.

    Thanks for all of your help guys!
     
    Tokuman, Apr 16, 2006
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  2. Reize

    Reize Notebook Virtuoso

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    Probably not, the X200M is a good card, but Oblivion is high end gaming. Why don't you fill out the FAQ and we could try to find you a good notebook.
     
    Reize, Apr 16, 2006
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  3. Tokuman

    Tokuman Notebook Evangelist

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    Okay thanks reize. I just posted in the FAQ.

    By the way.. would it be possible to upgrade the card my self? It is a dedicated card so there should be room.. right?
     
    Tokuman, Apr 16, 2006
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  4. TwilightVampire

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    You cant upgrade laptop graphics cards. In 99% of models it cant be done. In that remaining 1% you have to send it to the company. HP is not one of those companies that upgrades your notebooks like that.
     
    TwilightVampire, Apr 16, 2006
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  5. Tokuman

    Tokuman Notebook Evangelist

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    okay.. thanks guys=)
     
    Tokuman, Apr 17, 2006
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  6. Reize

    Reize Notebook Virtuoso

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    No problem, glad to have helped.
     
    Reize, Apr 17, 2006
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  7. TwilightVampire

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    T'was nothing, friend :)
     
    TwilightVampire, Apr 17, 2006
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  8. flamehawk

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    Dell 6400
    Intel(R) Core(TM) Duo Processor T2400 1.83GHz, 2MB L2 Cache, 667MHz FSB
    1GB (2x512) 667MHz dual-channel DDR2 SDRAM Memory
    80GB SATA (7200 RPM) Hard Drive
    Fixed 8X max DVD+/-RW Combination Drive with double layer write capability
    256MB ATI Mobility(TM) Radeon(R) X1400 Hypermemory

    Toshiba A100
    Intel(R) Core(TM) Duo Processor T2400 1.83GHz, 2MB L2 Cache, 667MHz FSB
    1024MB DDR2 667MHz SDRAM
    100GB SATA with Toshiba shock absorbers (not sure about speed)
    Dual Layer(+R) DVD Super Multi Drive (+R/+RW/RAM)
    NVIDIA GeForce Go7300


    Will either of these run Oblivion?
     
    flamehawk, Apr 17, 2006
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  9. TwilightVampire

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    Those'll run it but you wont get the graphics any higher than low-medium.
     
    TwilightVampire, Apr 17, 2006
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  10. Reize

    Reize Notebook Virtuoso

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    Yep, they'll run it, but don't epect stellar performance.
     
    Reize, Apr 17, 2006
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  11. flamehawk

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    bah, that's a bit disappointing.

    Is the X1400 not good enough?

    ah well, but it should still run smoothly at low-medium settings though eh?
     
    flamehawk, Apr 17, 2006
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  12. Notebook Solutions

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    Well mate that is what you call smooth...

    To compare:

    I have an X700 128 MB clocked to 366:330 and I play with 13- 28 fps with 1280*800, Large textures, good details, no shadows at all expect myself, no AA...

    I dont know if your X1400 will run smooth... Maybe the Core Duo will makes some good with its processor, but I cant guarantee you anything. :(

    Charlie-Peru :)
     
    Notebook Solutions, Apr 17, 2006
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  13. Meaker@Sager

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    Oblivion uses the second core to help preload an area before you enter IIRC.
     
    Meaker@Sager, Apr 17, 2006
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  14. Tokuman

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    That's cool =)
     
    Tokuman, Apr 17, 2006
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    hayze Newbie

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    I'm looking to buy oblivion and I have the dell 1505, same specs as originally posted, except for its only a T300 (1.66GHZ)...will that run it? I'm not looking for stellar performance...i'm just fine with low settings, so long as it runs fairly smoothly....
     
    hayze, Apr 23, 2006
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  16. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    Don't underestimate the T2300. It's very powerful, and can handle any application.

    Note to everyone - As long as you have a modern processor and a (preferably) 128MB video card with DirectX 9 compataiblity, you will be fine.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Apr 23, 2006
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