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hackingthebox:
First off I wanted to thank everyone on the awesome forum for all the great useful information. Its only been 2 days since I found this site yet I have been on non stop. I've never built anything in my life yet today I went and started my Bartop Mame cabinet thanks to everyone here. I will post pics in the Project announcements section when I get them uploaded. Since I had to purchase cutting tools to complete my project (and hopefully a full size cabinet in the future) I wanted to get a budget PC.
MY QUESTION:
Will this PC (link below) be enough to run the latest MAME games?
I mainly want to run MK1-3 along with Marvel capcom but it would be nice to pick up a budget PC that will be able to handle the newer titles such as blitz. I know I have read lots about this same topic yet I am not too upto date on PC specs and processors these days.
If you guys think that this PC would work out for me then I will go pick it up tomorrow at my local Fry's.
Also, would I be able to upgrade the graphic's card in this machine?
http://www.frys.com/product/6516483?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
Product Features:
3.2GHz Intel Core i3-550 processor with 4MB cache ensures swift processing
Intel Hyper-Threading Technology features 4-way multitask processing that allows each processor core to work on 2 tasks at the same time
750GB hard drive provides ample storage of important files
6GB of memory offers efficient multitasking
16x DVD±RW drive reads and writes a variety of formats
Intel HD graphics and integrated 7.1-channel HD audio provide an immersive multimedia experience
19-in-1 media card reader is compatible with most memory cards
2 front and 4 rear USB 2.0 ports provide fast digital transfer and easy peripheral connectivity
Integrated 10/100/1,000 Ethernet networking interface with RJ-45 network port and a wireless-N mini-card ensure fast, convenient Internet connectivity
Monitor connections: VGA, DVI
Includes Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit operating system
Included Software: Microsoft Office Starter 2010, 30-days of McAfee SecurityCenter with antivirus, antispyware and firewall
Connectivity: 6 USB 2.0, VGA, HDMI, line-in, microphone, RJ-45 Ethernet, headphone, 2 microphone connectors and line-out
Expansion Slots: 1 PCI, 1 PCIe x16 and 2 PCIe x1
Includes computer, 20" monitor, USB keyboard, USB optical mouse, power cables and monitor cable
Warranty: 1 year in-home service, parts, labor and 24/7 phone support
ABACABB:
That would be a pretty powerful MAME PC and for the price I would jump on it. You may come up just a tad short for playing NFL Blitz but with some minor tweaking in mame you could get it to be playable (you'll most likely experience some sound stuttering)
Blitz is a pretty demanding game for mame. With that said, all of the other games you mentioned would run almost effortlessly on that system. Good Luck. Wish I had a a Fry's nearby. :angry:
And yes you could add a more powerful card to this system down the road. It won't benefit MAME much now but if you decide to run some other, newer arcade emulators, it will be necessary.
xefned:
That is a crazy good price, especially considering it comes with a monitor, keyboard, and Windows 7. It's certainly more power than most of the mame machines on this forum I gather.
hackingthebox:
awesome thanks for the help!
Yes Fry's is great!
LeedsFan:
The i3-550 is an excellent processor that is very willingly overclocked. I run the same processor at 4.1 GHz in my Neo-Geo box (click link in sig) and it's very stable. I got it running faster but alas wasn't stable over time. It will run all day at 4.1 though.
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