oblivionaddict15 Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Hey guys, OblivionAddict15 here. I'm getting a new computer soon but I'm totally out of cash and it has to be in the 400 dollar range and has to include graphics card and warranty. My key concern with the computer is being able to run Oblivion. Also sorry if I typed something wrong, I'm new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flopsies Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 (edited) My old computer from 2004 could run oblivion pretty well with no lag (Had new video card) but after it died, got a new one in november. Just look on the system requirements thing and use recommended. Edited March 15, 2011 by Flopsies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roquefort Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Skyrim is on its way, so it might be a good idea to hang on until the min. requirements for that are available. You will certainly get more bang for your buck if you build your own setup, given that you have the skill & confidence to do that obviously :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkInMKUK Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 Things to look for on a PC for Oblivion 1) Decent graphics card.2) Separate sound card.3) Good clock speed - it doesn't use multiple cores well so a fast single core will bead a slower dual core unit.Win XP with 2GB RAM or Win7 32 with 2/3GB RAM. 64 bit you start having to tinker and play to get things going well. If you want to add eye candy mods such as improved textures, more complex landscapes, then push all the money at the video card. You WILL reach a slideshow point if you push the eye candy TOO far - the combination of things like QTP3 / Unique Landscapes / Better Cities and AEVWD will cripple ANY framerate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Netwit2008 Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 Check to see if you have a Microcenter in your area. If not go to the website. They have good machines, sometimes refurbs, but still in excellent shape. I got a very good machine there for a decent price. It's a quad core, with 4 G RAM. I've had no problems except as Mark mentions. I run everything at full throttle, with about 240 active mods. Once you get so many any machine is going to burp or protest a bit. But Microcenter is a great place to look. For $400 you should be able to get a good machine. I did have to get a better video card, but that was expected and desired. Good luck finding your machine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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