Noob question concerning my computer

Braddock · 03-03-2006, 05:12 AM

Im pretty much a laymen when it comes to computers these days. Im so far out of the loop that I dont even attempt to get into it. With that said, Im just wondering how my computer fairs concerning why I have one.

I basically use my PC for video editing, My music library, A little bit of gaming and just general purpose stuff. Nothing hi-speed. My specs are:
AMD Athlon XP
Spacewalker AK32 MB
160GB & 200GB HDs
GeForce 550 video card
SB Audigy 2 Sound Card
512 MB Ram

For the above mentioned, Is my PC decent enough?

I was under the impression that the CPU I have is a 2600, Or 2.66 Ghz Is that true or is it actually slower?
Thanx

Mr.Suave · 03-03-2006, 05:14 AM

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For the above mentioned, Is my PC decent enough?

if your satisfied with it then yes it would be.

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I was under the impression that the CPU I have is a 2600, Or 2.66 Ghz Is that true or is it actually slower?

you can check what CPU you have and its specs by downloading CPU-Z

LITHIUM · 03-03-2006, 06:02 AM

a Geforce 550, hmmmmn never heard of it

**The_Other_One** · 03-03-2006, 06:07 AM

It's getting a bit old, but as long as it works and does what all you want it to, there's nothing wrong with it.

I don't recall the speed of the XP 2600 right off, but they usally are a bit slower than the PR rating. I mean my Laptop(Sempron 2800) is only a 1.6GHz.

Oh, and his video card, he probably meant a 5500

Braddock · 03-03-2006, 01:53 PM

My main concern is the MB. Its a bit older than all the other components. I was just wondering if I need a newer one, Or if that particular one allows the processor to operate at its peak.

spamdos · 03-04-2006, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by LITHIUM

a Geforce 550, hmmmmn never heard of it

yeah its old school

stalex111 · 03-04-2006, 10:07 AM

I agree with the other one...it IS getting a bit old. But, i mean, it's not that far off, and as long as your not complaining too much about it, and you dont feel the need to change it...your fine!

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Braddock New Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 7	Noob question concerning my computer Im pretty much a laymen when it comes to computers these days. Im so far out of the loop that I dont even attempt to get into it. With that said, Im just wondering how my computer fairs concerning why I have one. I basically use my PC for video editing, My music library, A little bit of gaming and just general purpose stuff. Nothing hi-speed. My specs are: AMD Athlon XP Spacewalker AK32 MB 160GB & 200GB HDs GeForce 550 video card SB Audigy 2 Sound Card 512 MB Ram For the above mentioned, Is my PC decent enough? I was under the impression that the CPU I have is a 2600, Or 2.66 Ghz Is that true or is it actually slower? Thanx

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The_Other_One Super Moderator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Lexington, NC Age: 24 Posts: 12,388	It's getting a bit old, but as long as it works and does what all you want it to, there's nothing wrong with it. I don't recall the speed of the XP 2600 right off, but they usally are a bit slower than the PR rating. I mean my Laptop(Sempron 2800) is only a 1.6GHz. Oh, and his video card, he probably meant a 5500 __________________ Desktop * Athlon X2 4200 \| 2G RAM \| 160G HD \| 7600GT Laptop1 * C2D T5550 \| 3G RAM \| 120G HD \| Intel x3100 Laptop2 * C2D T5250 \| 2G RAM \| 160G HD \| Intel x3100

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stalex111 Platinum Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Switzerland Age: 17 Posts: 498	I agree with the other one...it IS getting a bit old. But, i mean, it's not that far off, and as long as your not complaining too much about it, and you dont feel the need to change it...your fine! __________________ FACT: GOOGLE doesn't know all, GOOGLE only knows about 4% of the web... But rely on GOOGLE to know everything you need. ~"There are 10 different types of people in the world. Those who understand binary and those who don't"~

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03-03-2006, 06:02 AM	#3 (permalink)
LITHIUM Gold Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 308	a Geforce 550, hmmmmn never heard of it