Spec range poll

[Maeve Keeva]

This poll is to pinpoint a middle-ground on specs in BBroleplay for future reference. This is not a "my computer is x amount of times better then your computer"-thread, nor do we need to know the specifics of your specs so don't bother posting them. If some values are either higher or lower, go with the majority of details that do fit.

These details will be used when developing maps, models, skins, particle effects etc so that the appropriate fallbacks (mainly with DirectX and Shader Model) can be put into place.

Low

OS: non-XP/non-Vista
CPU: less than or 1000 mhz
RAM: 512 or less
GFX: Below or 256mb memory
HDD: Below or 80GB
Shader Model: Under or 2.0 model
DirectX: Below 9

Medium

OS : XP/Vista
CPU: 1000mzh to 2100 mhz
RAM: 1GB
GFX: Mid-range 512 memory
HDD: Below 500GB
Shader Model: 2.0 and/or 3.0
DirectX: 9

High

OS: XP/Vista
CPU: 2100+
RAM: 2GB+
GFX: Over 512 or 1GB memory+
HDD: Over 500GB or +1T
Shader Model: 3.0 and/or 4.0
DirectX: 10

[Tubbimora]

Mine is apparently high, but I dont have DirectX 10 Graphics Card. Does it still count as high?

[Whitefang]

Mine is apparently high, but I dont have DirectX 10 Graphics Card. Does it still count as high?

DX10 = Vista, so if you have XP, it's fine with DX9.

Also, I have a 160Gb HD, but the rest is in the high section.

[River Rat]

Im the only medium vote currently.

My computer like.. 2 years ago was epic.

Now its epic fail.

x_x

[Swift RP]

Same as River Rat

[George]

I can sense so much lying :-P

[cpf]

Well, I just added a 500gb SATA drive to mine, so it just squeeks in as "high."

[Maeve Keeva]

Well the people that lie have no reason to complain if the map lags for them or they can't join due to CTD. Also the HDD is more of a reference then anything that actually affects your spec rating, see it more like looking at the bright side.

For the sake of argument, if you only pass 3/7 on Medium or High choose the lesser one.

[Robosmores]

Medium.

[George]

Medium.

Stfu, You vote, Dont post. Trying to raise post count???

[River Rat]

I'm sorry, but I don't see the line where it says "Post count is uber, if you post something, it has to be really really long texted, or a flame against someone."





My CPU is getting really slow, Its still got like.. 100g hard drive, But, with me playing steam, I only got a lil bit of space left, I intend on upgrading eventually. Saving up now. :P

Tried running Mass effect, and my computer nearly died, So.. Telling me I'm falling behind in the world. :P

Question: If a map is made, Does it sometimes surpass the regular graphics that the game boasts? Like.. Exceeds what it originally is? Or, Why would you need this? Just trying to learn a bit.

[Maeve Keeva]

The normal resolution for textures is 512x512 I plan on using 1024x1024 for certain areas while using 1024x1024 textures for models to increase detail. Most computers at medium and certainly computer at low will have problems dealing with the amount of data needed to render these over a longer period of time. If 2/3 out of BB (those who have voted) have high specs we can increase the values to increase the detail and over-all atmosphere of the level by introducing elements like fog and advanced lighting, two things medium and low spec computers would have problems rendering.

[River Rat]

Ahh, I see, So, your adding makeup that takes High specs to view. Alright, I understand it a bit more now.

Hopefully I'll get this upgrade, because every game i've ever played has been on "Low" Settings... Even hl2 and spore.. >_< Tf2.. I could go on forever. Bahh.
So, Those specs you posted generally are the better specs and what I should aim for if I want to continue being a BB Community player? :O
EDIT::
I didn't know when I voted, Not like it mattered, cause its still weak I bet.

Shader model? What is that from? Is it a download, Or is it motherboard? Video card?

I'm a loser when it comes to this stuff.

[Maeve Keeva]

You can still play on the map even with low settings just that it will look naturally worse and at some point including fall-back for DirectX 8 and LOD models that go down to about 50 poly will take more time then worth it in the long run.

If you want a computer that won't need an upgrade anytime soon you should aim for either the high specs or something in between high and medium. Shader Model is from the GFX. As a starting ground I'd say 2gb of ram and maybe a 512 GFX, a friend of mine recently bought a 9500GT for 50 bucks and its a very damn good card. Plus there is always options for SLi if you stick with nVidia so if you buy two 512 gfx's you can link them with SLi for 1gb.

[Whitefang]

512 is good enough to play Assassins Creed on the highest details. Although don't get excited when you find a very cheap 7** Mb GFX, it's most probably shared memory. Shared memory is bad.

[River Rat]

Alright, Thanks Evander/Whitefang. :)
I will definatly search new egg for this stuff. :)

[Jamez5000]

512 is good enough to play Assassins Creed on the highest details. Although don't get excited when you find a very cheap 7** Mb GFX, it's most probably shared memory. Shared memory is bad.

Usually shared memory doesn't go beyond 512mb, and finding 512mb shared isn't easy...it's usually 128/256.

[[BB]Kyle]

I just bought a medium laptop but I will be upgrading it to High just a matter of time.

[Tools]

Is dual 8800 Graphics cards Good?

[ZachPL]

OS: XP/Vista
CPU: 2100+
RAM: 2GB+
GFX: Over 512 or 1GB memory+
HDD: Over 500GB or +1T
Shader Model: 3.0 and/or 4.0
DirectX: 10

OS: XP/Vista yes
CPU: 2100+ yes
RAM: 2GB+ yes
GFX: Over 512 or 1GB memory+ yes
HDD: Over 500GB or +1T yes (I also have a 1 terabyte external hard drive
Shader Model: 3.0 and/or 4.0 Maybe dunno :P
DirectX: 10

[Robosmores]

Medium.

Stfu, You vote, Dont post. Trying to raise post count???

Jesus George, I can't post saying "Medium."? Why the hell would I need to raise my post count?

[Swift RP]

"Swift Raises Post Count"

No, only joking, but I wonder how long it will be before my computer will just be...completely obsolete.

[George]

There is no need to post here.

So stfu and vote only.

Next person to post here gets a ban :-P