this_guy
Should I buy an xbox 360 or ps3?
I like first-person shooters (crysis, CoD, battlefield, borderlands) most (I've been playing PC mostly for years), and all the games I like appear to be released on both consoles.
I'm looking to save money. I've heard xbox360 charges $50 a year to play online, but ps3 is free. But I've also heard there are more people on xbox's online network in the USA than ps3's. Is this correct?
I also want a system that's durable. I've heard all the RROD horror stories--has this been fixed for the newer xbox's? Does one system have a better/longer warranty? Also do both systems have built-in wi-fi for the newer models?
I already have a blu-ray player, so that's not a consideration.
Are peripherals more expensive for one system than the other?
Does one have more comfortable controllers for big hands?
I like that i can get an xbox 360 4gb for only $200. It looks like the ps3 is $250 new, but it has a 160gb hard drive.
I don't see any exclusive games for either system that I'm interested in, so it looks like my selection is good for each.
Thank you for any advice!!
Answer
Since, you're not on the market for a Blu-Ray player, the 360 is the best bet.
Having said that, there are some drawbacks and advantages.
Advantages of 360:
-Way more content as far as DLC, Apps, Arcade and Indie games, and deals and specials following all of them. Huge game marketplace
-Way bigger community than the PS3. Always people online. MLG tournaments, special events, and promotions.
-Headset. Can't stress that enough. Though most prefer to buy a 3rd party one, the Xbox 360 comes with a default headset for that vital communication when playing FPS such a Borderlands. No one wants to dish out $40+ bucks for a bluetooth one.
Disadvantages:
-That 50-60 bucks a year price tag for online, though you get used to it.
-Microsoft Support sucks. Nuff said. It's just horrible.
And as far as Games go, I recommend checking out Halo 4, or at least renting it when it comes out.
Since, you're not on the market for a Blu-Ray player, the 360 is the best bet.
Having said that, there are some drawbacks and advantages.
Advantages of 360:
-Way more content as far as DLC, Apps, Arcade and Indie games, and deals and specials following all of them. Huge game marketplace
-Way bigger community than the PS3. Always people online. MLG tournaments, special events, and promotions.
-Headset. Can't stress that enough. Though most prefer to buy a 3rd party one, the Xbox 360 comes with a default headset for that vital communication when playing FPS such a Borderlands. No one wants to dish out $40+ bucks for a bluetooth one.
Disadvantages:
-That 50-60 bucks a year price tag for online, though you get used to it.
-Microsoft Support sucks. Nuff said. It's just horrible.
And as far as Games go, I recommend checking out Halo 4, or at least renting it when it comes out.
Is this a good Gaming PC customization?
Austin
I have been looking at a customized gaming PC from Ironside Computers. I was just wondering if the customization i picked is good or if i need to change anything so that i can run high end games like Battlefield 3 or Crysis 3
Also Windows 7 or Windows 8?
Here is the customization:
Gold Series
Intel Core i7 3770K
Case - Cooler Master HAF 922 Red (Mid Tower) [Level 2 Iron Tundra Ready]
Custom Airbrush Logos & Emblems - None
Custom Airbrushed Gamertags - None
Additional Case Fans - None
Internal Lighting - None
Intel Processor - [Overclockable] Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz, 3.8GHz Turbo Boost (Quad Core)
CPU Cooling - Asetek 550LC High Performance Liquid Cooling
PC Liquid Coolant - None
Liquid Cooling Tubing Color - Clear / None
Kink Coils - None
Intel Motherboard - ASRock Z75 Pro3 [VGA DVI HDMI] SATA 6Gb/s USB3 {4 DDR3 Slots}
Overclocking Processor - [FREE] Overclock Processor up to 10%
Overclock Protection Warranty - Intel Performance Tuning Protection
Overclocking Graphics Card - Stock Speed
Memory - 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600MHz
Memory Cooling - None
Primary Hard Drive - 2TB 7200 RPM
Hard Drive Cooling - Hard Drive Cooling Fan Aluminum Internal
Secondary Hard Drive - None
Secondary Hard Drive Cooling - None
1st Optical Drive - DVD Writer
2nd Optical Drive - None
Graphics Card - Nvidia Geforce GTX 660 Ti 2GB (Min. 600 Watt Power Supply)
Liquid Cool Graphics Card - None
[SLI / X-fire] Second Video Card - None
[SLI / X-fire] Liquid Cool Graphics card - None
[3-way SLI / X-fire] Third Graphics Card - None
[3-Way SLI / X-fire] Liquid Cool Graphics Card - None
Power Supply - Standard 800 Watt
Operating System - Windows 8 Home Premium 64 Bit
Networking - Standard Onboard Ethernet
Fan Controller - None
Media Card Readers - None
Sound Card - Integrated HD Audio
PC Games - None
TV Tuners - None
Office Software - None
Antivirus Software - Kaspersky Antivirus 2012
Monitor - None
Second Monitor - None
Mouse - RAZER ABYSSUS High Precision Gaming Mouse
Keyboard - RAZER Arctosa Gaming Keyboard
Speakers & Headsets - None
Packaging - [FREE] Advanced Packaging System - Custom foam to protect and secure internal components from shipping abuse
Wiring - [FREE] Professional Wiring - Cables will be organized to achieve maximum airflow
Technical Support - Life-time U.S. based technical support and customer service by our own in-house technicians
Rush Service - [Standard] Shipped Out in 2 - 10 Business Days
Video Demonstration - None
Warranty - Standard 3 Years Parts and 3 Years Labor
Answer
Yes, but the GTX 660 Ti MUST be replaced with a GTX 680 or GTX 670 FTW
Yes, but the GTX 660 Ti MUST be replaced with a GTX 680 or GTX 670 FTW
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