RSSGaming Computers - 5 Important Features
May 26th, 2009 by admin | Filed under Playstation 2 Games, Playstation 3 Games, Playstation Games.
Console gaming, such as Playstation and Xbox is a hige industry, but computer gaming acocunts for a large market of the computer industry as well, with laptops leading the way. Some of the most popular games include, Call of Duty, Warcraft, Grand Theft Auto, Fallout 3 and Halo, which was originally made for xBox360 and is now available in a computer version.
Laptop computers continue to be a favorite with gaming enthusiasts. Mostly because they are mobile and can be taken anywhere, but also be because several manufacturers make laptops specifically for gaming that are very high in performance. Gaming laptops are very expensive and considering refurbished laptops is a great option, as well as buying cheap laptops online.
5 Main Features of Laptops For Gaming
A high performance laptop is necessary for the best gaming experience, as they are large programs with advanced graphics. The most important features for gaming are detailed below.
1. Graphics:
High performance graphics are a must have for the best gaming experience and especially for the 3D graphic functions that come with so many games. Best graphic chipsets come from NVIDIA, ATi and Intel.
2. Video Memory - VRAM
Make sure to choose the correct VRAM you will need, that is video deddicated memory that comes with a graphics card.
3. Memory
A large amount of RAM laptop memory is necessary to run games as they are very large programs to prevent freeze ups and crashes mid game. A minimum of 2GB is needed, but 3GB and 4GB is optimal.
4. Processor:
A high-end processor is necessary for gaming; today the top of the line is the Intel Core 2 Duo series, a great choice for gaming laptops.
5. Screen Size and Display:
For gaming you will want as big a screen as you can get. A 17-inch wide screen will deliver a magnificent gaming experience, but it is also important that it be able to handle graphics for 3D gaming. While there are several display resolutions available, one of the best one today is WXGA, which stands for Widescreen Ultra eXtended Graphics Array and has a display resolution of 1920×1200 pixels with a 16:10 screen aspect ratio.
Best Brands of Gaming Laptops
For many gamers building a laptop by hand is the ebst option for gaming. However, for most of us who are not tech savvy it is better to buy a model that is pre built for performance with all the necessary features.
Some great gaming models are from Maingear, Alienware, Toshiba, the Dell XPS series, and HP.
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