Hardware & Technical Computer Build to run Elite Dangerous
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Very happy to report that the gtx760 oc gigabyte edition works flawlessly at 1080p at 60hz on my old rig, that should save me some cash
Obviously I've not got to Factions because I'm so much a potato at it I can't even work out how to turn around quickly, so can't even kill the Sindwinder guy in the third scenario.
Might need to get a joystick. Anyone recommend one? If you use a joystick does that negate the need to use the keyboard too?
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Some joysticks don't have many buttons (you can use a shift modifier to assign multiple commands to one button) I use a simple HOTAS and an Xbox controller. As new features are added I add them to the Xbox (as don't want to use a KB/M) and gradually migrate them to the HOTAS.
Choice depends very much on budget, availability and personnel preferences.
You'd need an insane amount of buttons (or just not use all options
) to completely negate the need for keyboard.I use Logitech Extreme 3D Pro, it isn't too flashy, but does its job for the price. And I like having some command on the keyboard - somehow I find letters/key names easier to remember than the stick buttons (for those not so often used bindings).
Very happy to report that the gtx760 oc gigabyte edition works flawlessly at 1080p at 60hz on my old rig, that should save me some cash
Obviously I've not got to Factions because I'm so bad at it I can't even work out how to turn around quickly, so can't even kill the Sindwinder guy in the third scenario.
Might need to get a joystick. Anyone recommend one? If you use a joystick does that negate the need to use the keyboard too?
If you need a cheap and good solution I would suggest Thrustmaster T.16000M. It is very precise (no deadzones required) and usually is cheaper than Logitech Extreme 3D.
If you want even more immersion and more precise control over the thrust I would suggest HOTAS but this is the different price range.
I would second that.
This joystick combined with EDTracker and VoiceAttack really makes this game stand out from the crowd.
You'd need an insane amount of buttons (or just not use all options
I use Logitech Extreme 3D Pro, it isn't too flashy, but does its job for the price. And I like having some command on the keyboard - somehow I find letters/key names easier to remember than the stick buttons (for those not so often used bindings).
To be honest, I'm doing perfectly well with 360 controller and side menus, no keyboard needed. Having said that, I do change my bindings fairly often as I test different play styles. And people who are really into combat would probably want more immediate access to some functions.
Anyone any experience with Alienware X51?
Rather than messing about trying to build something (been there, done that) I'm considering pushing the button on a base Alienware X51 (http://www.dell.com/uk/p/alienware-x51-r2/pd?oc=d00ar201&model_id=alienware-x51-r2).
Can anyone give me an idea of how well it will run ED at 1680x1050? I'm guessing pretty impressively?
They seem to have a good reputation for quality and Dell claim they are upgradeable giving it a level of future proofing?
Rather than messing about trying to build something (been there, done that) I'm considering pushing the button on a base Alienware X51 (http://www.dell.com/uk/p/alienware-x51-r2/pd?oc=d00ar201&model_id=alienware-x51-r2).
Can anyone give me an idea of how well it will run ED at 1680x1050? I'm guessing pretty impressively?
They seem to have a good reputation for quality and Dell claim they are upgradeable giving it a level of future proofing?
On the face of it, not a good system for E: D at all.
Graphics card is great, no problems there.
CPU however - a dual core i3? Seriously? I'm fairly sure E: D requires quad core at least.
If you could upgrade that to an i5 or (preferably) a good i7 then sure.
Just built another teeny i5 as a tertiary box.
120Gb SSD, 8Gb RAM, i5 4440 running just onboard graphics.
Machine is about the same size as a PS4 - runs Elite great at 720 and cost basically nothing.
120Gb SSD, 8Gb RAM, i5 4440 running just onboard graphics.
Machine is about the same size as a PS4 - runs Elite great at 720 and cost basically nothing.
I disagree with your assumption that GPU is great as theoretical Texture Fill Rate and Memory Bandwidth GTX745 are worse than that of GTX260.
There were reports that it is possible to play on a 2-core CPU, however I would strongly suggest buying an i5 at least as ED is optimized for multi-threading and all 8 threads of my i7 are being used by ED.
Ah, didn't notice that, cheers. To be honest, I just looked at the 4GB and the high model number and thought it would be OK. You're right of course.
I can play E: D with a low res on my laptop, which is a dual core i5 8GB with a GTX260M. Well, it will run at least. But it's not a good experience.
I do not disagree that dual-core CPU is below minimum requirements. But who knows may be you would have a better experience if your GPU was at least twice as powerful as GTX260. However, GTX260M is similar to GTX745 in theoretical performance.
Can you give a bit more detail about what runs great at 720 means? I'm just looking for a better experience than my i7 laptop with integrated graphics - on low at 1680x1050 combat is generally fine, but it slows down to <10FPS in stations and really struggles when passing planets with rings on supercruise.
720 means 1280x720 resolution.
Do you already have Alienware laptop or are you planning to buy it?
Thanks. Have a work laptop that gives an okay experience, was thinking about an x51 desktop to get a better experience.
A desktop PC will definitely provide you a better experience. However, if I were you I would not go for the fancy Alienware brand as you are paying not only for the PC but for the brand as well. It might be cheaper to buy a PC somewhere else. If you are not feeling yourself capable of assembling the PC from the components some of the e-tailer provide assembled PCs based on the components you have chosen.
If you give the information about your budget for the PC it will be easier to help you. The minimal components that I would recommend are 4-core CPU, GTX750Ti/R7 260x, 8GB RAM, 550W PSU. But this is very general.
Acer Aspire 5560G Laptop
The single player combat missions runs smooth as silk on my laptop. Can't wait till 29th lol
Spec:
AMD Quad Core A6-3420M with Turbo Core up to 2.40GHz
AMD Radeon HD 6520G + 7670M with 1GB Dedicated VRAM
8GB DDR3
The single player combat missions runs smooth as silk on my laptop. Can't wait till 29th lol
Spec:
AMD Quad Core A6-3420M with Turbo Core up to 2.40GHz
AMD Radeon HD 6520G + 7670M with 1GB Dedicated VRAM
8GB DDR3
So, I've applied some "drillium" to the side of my case around where the GPU fan draws air in, and also around the front end where the hot air is exhausted out.
40 holes later, and yes, my case now looks a bit like a cheesegrater, but it's helped improve airflow - GPU down to a more comfortable 72-75C.
40 holes later, and yes, my case now looks a bit like a cheesegrater, but it's helped improve airflow - GPU down to a more comfortable 72-75C.
Oh man, what were they thinking!
Good you got decent stuff there now & applied it correctly, might get a couple of degrees lower temps once the AS5 has properly settled.
Much better now.