Playing SHIV on a Laptop PC

Rusty_S85 · 12-12-08, 01:07 PM

I made this post over on the SHIV forums on UBI`s site and was directed to make a post here.

I am looking at getting a laptop pc after the holidays and I am unsure of the two or three different pc specs I was looking at within my price range if they would be able to play SHIV and SHIII both on either medium or high graphics settings.

The computers are Dell (figured I would give them a try since I am not too fond of the Compaq I have now).

I orignally thought about getting the follow since it was $600, but I am not sure if it would play these games.

Studio 15
Intel Pentium Dual Core T2390 1.86GHz
Windows Vista Home Premium SP1
3GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2
160GB SATA Hard Drive 5400rpm
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
High Definition Audio 2.0

$649

I looked on the forums here in a search and saw one post stating "Nvidia card supporting DX9 / OpenGL 2.0 is needed to play SHIV" I am not sure about the OpenGL on the X3100 graphics card but I know its DX10 Shader 3.0.

If the above specs wouldnt play the game on atleast Medium settings I thought about these upgrades to that pc.

Studio 15
Intel Core 2 Duo T5850 2.16GHz
Windows Vista Home Premium SP1
3GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2
160GB SATA Hard Drive 5400rpm
256MB ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3450
Integrated Sound Blaster Audigy Advance HD Software Edition.

$849

I know someone here was playng SHIV in one post I came across that had a T5800 processor but didnt state what graphics card (the graphics card is where I am concerned at).

The last laptop I was looking at that is literally at the max I would be ok with spending is as follows

Studio 17
Intel Core 2 Duo T5800 2.00GHz
Windows Vista Home Premium SP1
3GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 800MHz
160GB SATA Hard Drive 5400rpm
256MB ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3650
High Definition Audio 2.0

$949

I am trying to spend as little as possible since this pc is being used for more than just games. It is mostly going to be used for internet surfing, watching dvd`s, listening to music, and viewing work related pdf files. I just would like it to play SHIV and SHIII on atleast Medium graphics settings.

If anyone has any recomendations on which one would be the best for playing the game for the lowest expense I would greatly appreciate it.

FIREWALL · 12-12-08, 01:10 PM

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Rusty_S85 · 12-12-08, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by FIREWALL

Welcome Aboard Rusty

Thanks

FIREWALL · 12-12-08, 01:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FIREWALL

Welcome Aboard Rusty

Take alook at this and more

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...118&CatId=3998

Rusty_S85 · 12-12-08, 01:37 PM

The laptop pc in the link looks good, only downside is I wouldnt buy a refurbished pc. Rather buy new to be honest, just know some people that got refurbished units from fry`s and they only worked for a few days before they wouldnt even power up anymore.

Soundman · 12-12-08, 01:48 PM

You may want to check into the Dell XPS laptops. I've got a sweet deal on the M1530 and it runs the game beautifully. It has an Nvdia GE Force 8600 card (256 meg) and my FPS are as good as my tower at home.

SteamWake · 12-12-08, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Soundman

You may want to check into the Dell XPS laptops. I've got a sweet deal on the M1530 and it runs the game beautifully. It has an Nvdia GE Force 8600 card (256 meg) and my FPS are as good as my tower at home.

Why do they gimp these laptop video devices with skimpy ram? Its not like theres not enough room to fit another 256 megs worth.

Power consumption an issue?

Rusty_S85 · 12-12-08, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Soundman

You may want to check into the Dell XPS laptops. I've got a sweet deal on the M1530 and it runs the game beautifully. It has an Nvdia GE Force 8600 card (256 meg) and my FPS are as good as my tower at home.

I just checked out the XPS M1530. It looks good, the base line one for $950 isnt too expensive

For $950 I get a T5800 2.0GHz processor, 3GB ram, 320GB harddrive, and a 128MB NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS.

I guess what I have to do is deside because honestly I am not sure how these graphic cards will play. I had someone tell me one game would play at medium graphics settings on the integrated graphics card on the Studio15 but yet I am playing at medium graphics settings on the same game on a GeForce4.

But I did add the XPS M1530 to my list though of possible laptops.

CaptianT · 12-21-08, 04:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Soundman

You may want to check into the Dell XPS laptops. I've got a sweet deal on the M1530 and it runs the game beautifully. It has an Nvdia GE Force 8600 card (256 meg) and my FPS are as good as my tower at home.

Soundman,

What screen resolution are you playing SH4 on your XPS 1530? Is this the native resolution of your screen?

I am seriously considering purchasing this laptop but want something that can play SH4. I am wondering if I should go with the 8600gt card or look for another brand that perhaps offers an 8800gs. I guess I want to make sure that whatever I get will be able to play the new SH5 (whenever it comes out hopefully in the next several years.)

12-12-08, 01:07 PM	#1
Rusty_S85 Watch Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 16 Downloads: 38 Uploads: 0	Playing SHIV on a Laptop PC I made this post over on the SHIV forums on UBI`s site and was directed to make a post here. I am looking at getting a laptop pc after the holidays and I am unsure of the two or three different pc specs I was looking at within my price range if they would be able to play SHIV and SHIII both on either medium or high graphics settings. The computers are Dell (figured I would give them a try since I am not too fond of the Compaq I have now). I orignally thought about getting the follow since it was $600, but I am not sure if it would play these games. Studio 15 Intel Pentium Dual Core T2390 1.86GHz Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 3GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 160GB SATA Hard Drive 5400rpm Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 High Definition Audio 2.0 $649 I looked on the forums here in a search and saw one post stating "Nvidia card supporting DX9 / OpenGL 2.0 is needed to play SHIV" I am not sure about the OpenGL on the X3100 graphics card but I know its DX10 Shader 3.0. If the above specs wouldnt play the game on atleast Medium settings I thought about these upgrades to that pc. Studio 15 Intel Core 2 Duo T5850 2.16GHz Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 3GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 160GB SATA Hard Drive 5400rpm 256MB ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3450 Integrated Sound Blaster Audigy Advance HD Software Edition. $849 I know someone here was playng SHIV in one post I came across that had a T5800 processor but didnt state what graphics card (the graphics card is where I am concerned at). The last laptop I was looking at that is literally at the max I would be ok with spending is as follows Studio 17 Intel Core 2 Duo T5800 2.00GHz Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 3GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 800MHz 160GB SATA Hard Drive 5400rpm 256MB ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3650 High Definition Audio 2.0 $949 I am trying to spend as little as possible since this pc is being used for more than just games. It is mostly going to be used for internet surfing, watching dvd`s, listening to music, and viewing work related pdf files. I just would like it to play SHIV and SHIII on atleast Medium graphics settings. If anyone has any recomendations on which one would be the best for playing the game for the lowest expense I would greatly appreciate it.

12-12-08, 01:10 PM	#2
FIREWALL Eternal Patrol Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: CATALINA IS. SO . CAL USA Posts: 10,108 Downloads: 511 Uploads: 0	Welcome Aboard Rusty Take alook at this and more http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...118&CatId=3998 __________________ RIP FIREWALL I Play GWX. Silent Hunter Who ??? Last edited by FIREWALL; 12-12-08 at 01:17 PM.

12-12-08, 01:37 PM	#5
Rusty_S85 Watch Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 16 Downloads: 38 Uploads: 0	The laptop pc in the link looks good, only downside is I wouldnt buy a refurbished pc. Rather buy new to be honest, just know some people that got refurbished units from fry`s and they only worked for a few days before they wouldnt even power up anymore.

12-12-08, 01:48 PM	#6
Soundman Commodore Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Orlando, Fl Posts: 617 Downloads: 60 Uploads: 0	You may want to check into the Dell XPS laptops. I've got a sweet deal on the M1530 and it runs the game beautifully. It has an Nvdia GE Force 8600 card (256 meg) and my FPS are as good as my tower at home.