Graphics PC?
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- pixelEngine
Hi all, I am in the process of researching a new computer for my freelance work. Here is what I know I will be doing with it, from that maybe a few recommendations on brands/size/speeds?
I will be mostyl using photoshop cs2 and dreamweaver. Although there will be times when I require 3dsMax and other graphics intensive apps. So a good graphics card is a must. Also I want a large flat panel monitor.
I can spend up to $2500 on this setup, not much I know, but it would be a improvement for sure!
Tnx NT!
- Nairn0
Brands, schmands - You'll need a fast Hard disk (7,200 rpm +), as much [fast] memory as you can afford (1gb Min, 2gb pref), get a Dell widescreen LCD monitor and get a geeky friend to make up the rest - as long as it's got a ½-decent graphics card, processor and motherboard, you can't really go wrong...
- Nairn0
Oh yeah, and get 2 hard disks - one for your OS and apps, the other for swapfiles and storage...
- tomkat0
if you really want speed go for sata raid.. but don't forget a decent backup disc, as raid is a bit of a risk for data security
- Nairn0
..and you'd (I'd) need a 3rd hard disk for separate storage anyway.
Actually, fuck all the above - get a mac - they're much better.
*drops thread, runs away.
- pixelEngine0
lol, yeah i have had macs before and love them, but unfortunately some of the 3d work i do requires interaction with a few java programs that don't exist on mac.
I was thinking a BenQ monitor, anyone had good/bad luck with these? I think I can piece together a pretty slick computer myself for under $1k, leaving around $1500 for a monitor.
Thoughts?
- davi-t0
Get a Dell thru the Small Business section and wait for the Buy One get one free 24" FP monitor upgrade when u purchase a system. The monitor itslef is awesome, two of them are even better. I see that deal at least once every two months. Most new vid cards will be able to support dual monts. Sign up for the email deals.
- pixelEngine0
The 24" Dell fp is nice? Hmmm..... thats a good idea.... 48" of graphics love.... Thanks Davi-T!
- jpea0
i've used the 24" dell for a while now and i dig it. i'd love to have 2 though :)
- davi-t0
My two monts, check em out.>
- Clear0
see if Alienware has something you want. I've been itching to buy one.
- TechVector0
that brings a tear to my eye davi-t.
- version30
may i suggest...
:)
- monNom0
I'd suggest: a medium fast Athlon X2 (like 3600/3800_
sata raid drives (2) if you can afford the 10,000 rpm Western digitals, go with those... they're spendy but speedy.
and a third high volume drive for storage. (doesn't need to be fast)
don't splurge on a graphics card. ~$250 will get you an excellent card. they're equivalent to the $1,500 cards from 6 months ago.
as much ram as your can afford. and don't dick around with LCD's, save you money and get a pair of high quality 21" CRT's
- illroot0
I agree with monNOM about the CPU and the monitors.
Also, stay away from Alienware, they'll rape you like a Mac.
And to add $250 will get you a good video card, it's a good thing that 3DSMax runs on just about anything.