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re: PC Discussion - Gaming, Performance and Enthusiasts
Posted on 3/27/25 at 9:20 am to bluebarracuda
Posted on 3/27/25 at 9:20 am to bluebarracuda
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I like having the ability to nuke my Windows install without having to reinstall games
Modern network bandwidth has made this pretty much a non-issue too
Both good points. I have a few thoughts on the SSD issue.
I have separate drives. Mainly because I believe (I may be wrong) name brands matter in this space. I have a WDSN850X on my OS. Its about $170 for a 2TB. For games, I use Kingspec which is currently $195 for a 4TB at PCIE 4 x4. However, I read that Kingspec does not have DRAM which causes inconsistent write speeds. So, not really suitable for an OS. But works great for storage and for have a shite ton of games.
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Posted on 3/29/25 at 11:12 am to SaintEB
Anyone have some pointers on what to do and where to focus for a low-level player (Level 13) in Fallout 76?
Downloaded it recently and loaded a save from 2020 but I am as lost as an easter egg.
Downloaded it recently and loaded a save from 2020 but I am as lost as an easter egg.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 1:47 am to LSU Coyote
I’m curious if anyone here has any experience with phone gaming via steam link.
I’m considering buying a backbone controller so I can mobile game and utilize the nice iPhone Oled screen. My home internet connection is very good.
I’m considering buying a backbone controller so I can mobile game and utilize the nice iPhone Oled screen. My home internet connection is very good.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 2:17 pm to Joshjrn
Should we settle on a graphics card before a monitor? I'm leaning some flavor of G9 at 49". I'm open to a super high end 34" or even a large format 16:9 4k (e.g. 43" or thereabouts, but the choices seem so limited), but the lure of UHD is getting strong.
I know 32:9 will take some lifestyle adjustments and compromises.
I know 32:9 will take some lifestyle adjustments and compromises.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 2:38 pm to Ace Midnight
Id take a look at the newest gen LG ultra gears. They’re 21:9 and look like they’ll be hard to beat. But if you’re looking at maxing out an ultrawide with at least 1440p resolution, I’d want a 5070ti minimum for the best experience.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 2:41 pm to LSUGent
No question I am also looking at LG. I think I'm at 5080 just a placeholder. Who knows what the current economic upheaval is going to do availability.
I've had good luck with Samsung, but I also appreciate and am aware of the limitations and *ahem* "QA/QC" issues.
I've had good luck with Samsung, but I also appreciate and am aware of the limitations and *ahem* "QA/QC" issues.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 3:05 pm to Ace Midnight
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Should we settle on a graphics card before a monitor? I'm leaning some flavor of G9 at 49". I'm open to a super high end 34" or even a large format 16:9 4k (e.g. 43" or thereabouts, but the choices seem so limited), but the lure of UHD is getting strong. I know 32:9 will take some lifestyle adjustments and compromises.
You don’t need to settle on one specifically before the other, but what you decide on one heavily informs what you do with the other.
Posted on 4/10/25 at 7:19 am to Joshjrn
I thought 32:9 would be overkill for anything other than racing/flight sim, but now I'm warming up to it. The market doesn't seem to want to offer a big 4k monitor that's attractive.
As it is, I find my self downscaling to 1080p because games I play with lots of information on the screen, at 4k, I can't read the text even with cheaters.
Is a 1440p, 21:9 or 32:9 a better overall option than 2 separate monitors for you folks out there with such setups?
As it is, I find my self downscaling to 1080p because games I play with lots of information on the screen, at 4k, I can't read the text even with cheaters.
Is a 1440p, 21:9 or 32:9 a better overall option than 2 separate monitors for you folks out there with such setups?
Posted on 4/10/25 at 7:26 am to Ace Midnight
I’m a big proponent of 3440x1440 (1440p UW). I’ve been on it for four years now and plan to stay on it until I eventually upgrade to 5k/2k (4k UW)
Posted on 4/28/25 at 6:01 pm to Joshjrn
Finally managed to get a 9070 xt at msrp. Thanks, Microcenter!
Posted on 4/28/25 at 6:03 pm to lazlodawg
Looks good. But looks like there is a pretty big gap between the glass panels at the corner.
Posted on 4/28/25 at 6:26 pm to lazlodawg
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Finally managed to get a 9070 xt at msrp. Thanks, Microcenter!
Nice!
Posted on 4/28/25 at 8:49 pm to LSUGent
Ha! You're right. Just installed the gpu and didn't close the case up all the way.
EtA - This card is so quiet and runs extremely cool. Even though I've never owned a Radeon card before this, I would highly recommend the 9070 xt if you can get one near MSRP. I'm within a few frames on most games I play (or even a bit higher) compared to the 5070 ti I was considering and saved $300.
Next up, some overclocking fun!
EtA - This card is so quiet and runs extremely cool. Even though I've never owned a Radeon card before this, I would highly recommend the 9070 xt if you can get one near MSRP. I'm within a few frames on most games I play (or even a bit higher) compared to the 5070 ti I was considering and saved $300.
Next up, some overclocking fun!
This post was edited on 4/29/25 at 11:26 am
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