Second thread going now. Unsure about how your PC will perform when running Oblivion? Post your specs here for judgement.

However, this is not a boasting thread. If it goes in that direction this thread will eventually end up closed. First thread.

And finally; the requirements/recommendations.

Hi.

Just wondering if I'll be able to run the game at some of the lower screenshot qualities we've seen. My system is fine, but i just dont know how well my graphics card will be able to run it with only 128mb DDR3.

P4 3.2 Ghz
1024 MB RAM
6600 GT OC 128MB

PS: I really like this site, in the past few months the qaulity of disccusions on the official forums has degraded to the point where I barely go there anymore. Glad to see some mature disccussions taking place

I know I should upgrade, but I can't so-I'm hoping for low settings, as long as it's playable. I'll upgrade eventually but that doesn't have to stop me from starting the game now...does it?

2.6 ghz Intel Processor
768 mb of Ram
and the real kicker...a Geforce MX440 (AGP8x)

I'm not even sure if the card is supported, but anyone think I might be able to manage on very low-to complete minimum specs and get a decent framerate?

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but I doubt the game will run at all. I have never even heard of that series of graphics card.

Your card should give you no trouble at all. Remember, on the list it supports "as low as" the 6200.

EDIT: PS: You're totaly right about this site, it is great!

ok i dont know if mine will run

144 GB of free space

Intel ® Pentium ® 4 CPU 2.80 GHz

504 Mb RAM

HP Pavilion 061

PC109A-ABA A630N

Direct X 9.0c

I know my computer will run it well, just at what settings?

Pentium D 3.0ghz dual core
2gb pc3200 ram (I think)
evga 7800 gt

at 1280x1024 what kind of graphical settings could i have?

can somebody tell me if my comp will run oblivion

Good ones.

Okay. Your RAM might need a bit of upgrading, but I would doubt it. As for your graphics card, I really have no clue what all of those letters and numbers mean! What kind of memory do you have on it? If it is 128 Mb or higher, then you should be alright.

http://www.srtest.com/referrer/srtest

That site should be able to say if you can run it and if not, what you need.

Just click on the drop down list ----Select a Product---- and go down till you see The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion

Hit scan, and click YES to the software download.(It is safe I'm pretty sure, downloaded it multiple times and nothing terrible has happened to my comp >.>. Nothing new picked up by norton anti virus.

It'll scan and give you a tab for min requirements, and a tap for reccomended.

thanx for that website i only need to upgrade my viedo card

Just my luck.... Posted the questions just before closing of the thread. So now I'm gonna repeat it.

I've got 1 GB System RAM, ATI 9800 Pro and a 2,8 Ghz processor. Do you think it's enough?

That should be enough. Your video card is on the supported chipsets, and 1 gig of ram and 2.0 ghz is required.

if you wanna be sure though

http://www.srtest.com/referrer/srtest

=) Its probably the easiest way to find if you comp works with it.

Will mine run the game ok at lower settings with a decent framerate?

Pentium 4 3.2Ghz Processor
ATI RADEON X600 256mb
1GB RAM

ok my comp needs some work. i need a new video card, Video HW transform and lightning and a vertex shader version 2.o does anyone know how much money this will cost

well the very lowest I would go (and only if you can't afford better) would be a nvidia 6200...

NewEgg 6200's start at $54

Find out what type of GPU interface your motherboard supports.

How well will I run
My comp:
Opteron 148 (2.5 Ghz)
1.26gb ram
X800GTO 256MB

Im getting Ob of course and was wondering if my GPU temp being at 44-54 and cpu at 29-39 and my MB is 38-45, are any of those temp ok? I heard they were alright but wouldnt wanna get OB and burn up my comp. Im using EVEREST to see my temps I heard they werent that accurate.

I have a x1900 XTX ATI radeon 512mb

AMD Anthlon 64 X2 DUAL 4200+ 2200MHz, equivalent to 4.2GHz

and a 550w Antec SLI PSU

People on a hardware forum might be able to give you a quicker and more reliable reply, but your GPU temp is very cool (If thats full load) Mine runs around 57-59 on full load, and I'm happy.

I heard of these Antec PSU's always burning up or crashing, I never had a comp do that in my life but im oping for the best. As far as im concerned if my does blow up and fucks my comp up Im raising hell and getting ym dman money back or a replacement.

Hello.I'm new here.
and I think it really is a nice site.
I'm just a little bit worried about my spec, because this machine was built like 2 years ago.

2.4Ghz P4
9800 pro 128mb
1024 ddr ram

I know that it will 'RUN' but, how many options do you guys think I'll have to turn off to play oblivion smoothly?

how come a video card is 54$ if on the website it said like 5$

Hi dlwogur93
according to the minimum specifications, your machine will pass the test, however, I think you will have to set the game-settings to near lowest (compare your specs with the opening post of this thread)

this :
Vertex Shader Ver.: Required - 2.0 , You have - 1.1
Pixel Shader Ver.: Required - 2.0 , You have - 1.4

is my problem when i check my system at system requirements lab
Can i really not play the game now
And if not can any1 give my a good advice for a video card that is not too expensive?

Hey, i know everyone will be off playing oblivion right now, but i need to know if my specs will run it. im picking up my copy today.

my specs are

2.8ghz P4
Radeon 9600 pro 256mb
512ram

I know these arent the best, and im spending about a $1000 on upgrades in about 2 weeks time. But im just wondering if i will be able to play it on lowest settings for the time being untill i get upgraded.
I dont want to just stare at the sexy cover and gold septim for 2 weeks and get all frustrated lol. thanks anyone ^^

Can anyone please tell me If the game wont work because of this?
I realy want to buy it as soon as possible

"Can anyone please tell me If the game wont work because of this?
I realy want to buy it as soon as possible" - Elrodon

well, im getting a POWERCOLOR ATI RADEON X850XT 256MB DVI/ HDTV PCIE gfx card, its about $410 im pretty sure.
and for you other problem, im not sure. the gfx are pretty hardcore lol. if u know what i mean... so u probly might be able to play. (altough i have no idea wat im talking about, plus i dont know what a Vertex Shader is..)

today i played it with my specs from my other post. and it RUNS. but all the settings are on lowest and its a fair bit laggy. my suggestion is upgrade im going to. and not play it untill i do. so i can get the best of the game, and not spoil it with this s##t box i have now...

Ok, I have a quick question. I know that these cards that I am about to mention are quite pathetic but they all fall under the supported chipsets listed on the Oblivion website. I really need some opinions on what one of these cards I should pick up. I am not really willing to go much higher in card specs cause that would mean that the price would hike as well. These cards will get my by, but I just wanted to know which would be my best bet.

-Sapphire ATi Radeon 9550 AGP 8x 256MB DDR
-Sapphire ATi Radeon 9600 XT AGP 8x 128MB DDR
-GeForce FX 5500 256MB 128-bit DDR AGP

My system is a P4 Dell @ 2.0 GHz
and I have 512 MB of ram that I will be upgrading to a gig in the not too distant future. If I can only run Oblivion on the lowest settings in 640x480 I will be happy with that for now but the card I have is only a 64mb without pixel shader 2.

Any feedback would be great! Thanks alot guys and girls.

Hey, the official forums are clogged so I thought you might be able to comment on my specs:

P4 1,7 GHz
756 mb (SD-RAM!) - I can buy another 512mb so it will probably be sufficient
Asus V9950 GeForce FX5900

As you can see I lack a bit of processor power and RAM. From what I've read, the graphics card pretty much determines whether you can play the game or not. According to this website(scroll a bit down), my graphics card is mid-range, unlike other cards of the FX series, so what I'm really worried about is the processor. What do you think, can I possibly tweak the game so it's playable and not too ugly-looking? I especially want to decrease CPU usage. Thanks.

-a

I found a link to a useful site where you can actually test your PC to see if it will run Oblivion and if it meets the requirements.

I´m very sorry because I´ve just found out my rig will probably not run the game and I don´t know if I´ll be able to fix it.....

But anyway.....here is the link.

I found it on the official forums......

From what I've read, SRLabs only give you a rough idea of whether the game will run or not. It's possible to play the game with sufficient visuals and smoothness with a system that doesn't meet the minimum requirements. This requires low-ish settings and some tweaking, though. The graphics card is essential here and most GeForce FX are simply too weak. It's hard to tell as I haven't gotten the chance to try it out yet, but I have no option but to wait and see it with my own eyes.

-a

you are still going to lag but you should be able to run, personally of the cards you posted I would go with the Geforce 5500 myself....but you can do whichever and still run with the lag that is inevitable with that 2.0 P4

Not sure about the Radeons but I do know that people are having a horrific time with the FX series of cards. Personally, I'd go for the 256MB Radeon.

Anyone know what settings I would get with:

P4 3.4GHZ Dual CPU w/ht
Nvidia Geforce 6600 256MB
1GB RAM

You would propably be able to play it on a very high level....you have what is reccommended I believe...so go get'em tiger.

Alright thanks, I will buy it but I asked someone else here if the strategy guide is worth it, im not familier at all with the different items or guilds etc in the game since I have not played any other Morrowind game, so would the strategy guide be adequate for me?

Also I haven't really played many RPG's, only one I played and liked was Final Fantasy X and still do, played so much of it, I like building my own character with strength etc, but I have mainly played big fps games like BF2, so im just wondering if it would appeal to me.

My system:

Athlon64 3000 (venice core)
Sapphire radeon X800 256 meg
Asus A8N SLI motherboard
1 gig corsair 3200 memory
500W PSU (with groovy blue LEDs)
19in videosonic TFT monitor 2ms response time
razer diamondback mouse

... game plays like a dream on 1280-1024 with everything on full - just got out of the sewer WOW is all I can say!

I have a laptop with this configuration:

(as you know from my thread):


70 GB hard drive
1 GB RAM
1.73 GHz Pentium M processor (not worried, a 1.2 pentium M is quivalent to a 2.0 pentium 4)
and here's the "fun" part...an NVidia GeForce Go 6200. Yes, I know, it sucks (this point was hammered into me on the official forums quite a bit), but it's a laptop and I can't upgrade.

like to say hello oto everyone an was wondering if you could tell me wether or not my comp could run Oblivion.

Recommended:

* 3 Ghz Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent processor
* 1 GB System RAM
* ATI X800 series, NVIDIA GeForce 6800 series, or higher video card

Out of these i have the ones in bold, the processor i have however is a athalon 64?
2.21 Ghz and has

3200+ on the list if that means anything to you guys,

Thanks

You have a SLI mobo but a ATI card?

Greetings!

I have spent the last few days fiddling with my rig, testing the game settings.

AN78Xe-DX
AMD 2800+ Barton @ 2.08
1 gig 3200 ram
SB Live Platinum
BFG nVidia 6800 GS OC 256 DDR3 agp

Not bleeding edge, but it ain't no paperweight either. I had to swap out the video card twice to get decent frame rates. I started with an Asus V9570 256 (nvidia 5700). Slide show city. Next, I tried an nVidia 6600 128 GT. Better, but still choppy at minimum resolution. The last card (6800) fixed it right up. Now I'm running it at 1280X1024, with HRD lights, high textures, and the 'faders' at half. Smooth like a Lexus. It will actually run at everything maxed, but it's a bit choppy in scenes outdoors, or with unusual lighting conditions.

Just for grins, I borrowed some RAM from another pc, and it made little, if any, difference in the framerates. So throw ALL your money on the best card you can! That unit cost me $249.00 Canadian, and was well worth it.


Regards, Nhoj

If you are going to be upgrading your GPU for Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, then try to get an nVidia card. 6600 series will do a good job, but I reccomend the 6800 series or above. It may not seem like a difference, but it definently is. Try to get a 64-bit processor, or dual-core processor if possible. That also helps quite alot.

I have some serious performance problems with oblivion. I upgraded my Videocard not long ago from a 9800xt to a 6800gt and i don't think my system is so bad but oblivion is just sometimes a slideshow.

XP2800+ (2,25Ghz Tbred)
1024MB DDR400
6800GT 128MB
SB Audigy
latest 84.xx nvidia drivers

It stutters still a little on these settings:
HDR on
Textures medium
faders at 1/4 and Visibility at 3/4, all other effects down

It starts stuttering after loading a new level or part of the map (loading is finished!). Often, the stuttering goes away when i save and restart Oblivion from windows. That seems to me like a little bug. Is there any patch for oblivion yet to speed it up?

i would not advise anyone to buy nvidia cards for playing oblivion!!
As some benchmarks have shown, the new atis and even the old x800 series (which can't do HDR) perform much better in that game. This step is logical as ati was always better in Direct3D games and a Graphicschip with similarities to the R5xxseries sits in the xbox360 for which the game was mainly developed.

Some things i have noticed while playing:
The Textures have a low resolution even at eye candy settings. nothing compared to other games like farcry, halflife2 or doom3. very like Morrowind, only that the HDR lighting is really great and improves image quality like nothing other and the level-loading is also much better. But even compared to the old gothic2 night of raven the graphics hasn't much improved and that game uses an pumped up engine of the late 90s.
Story and all that seems great but gameplay is very much alike gothic2. I started to play morrowind and found it to be boring and started to play gothic afterwards. Textures, persons, graphics, gameplay, Oblivion is great but reminds me again very much of gothic2.
I always thought that the gothic folks, a small developer group at the end of the softwareworld in old germany do a great job in keeping up with such big fellows as the elder scrolls, so i am still a little bit disappointed with oblivion after the great Videotrailers. It is like in the Trailers but nothing more.
Cant wait to see gothic3. It will kick some serious boat i bet. Hope the performance is better than somewhat disappointing Oblivion.

Ok, here are my specs:

3ghz processor
1024mb PC3200 (?? think that is right) but it is one stick only. I was going to get the second stick, but I screwed up and fried that socket of my motherboard. I will have to replace it when I get back to the states
Radeon Mobility, 9700 series vid card, not sure if it is 128 or 256 mb, but I KNOW it is 9700 series

I got the latest vid card driver.

I finally got the game yesterday and installed it. It recommended medium settings. First I said SCREW THAT and cranked it all up, moved anti aliasing to x4 and resolution to 1200x1024 (I think). Once it started, it wasnt even choppy, it was just froze with a glitch of movement every 15-20 seconds, just hitting "esc" to exit out took almost a minute. So now I have antialiasing shut ALL the way off, have the distances and fade's set to max and have resolution at 800x600

My problem is, I have no idea what half of these things do. I am a shameless noob when it comes to optimizing my settings. I dont have a clue what antialaesing is (other than good). I dont know what kind of impact changing the various distances does, and I dont know what kind of impact the screen resolution has, but I wish I could play it higher, so the letters and icons would be more crisp. Basically, whats a way to trade off various effects? I have seen posts about other ways to improve game performance, but using the search didnt help me much because I dont know/understand the terms they use, so I dont know what to search for. I dont have access to the internet with my own computer, and only limited access for a limited time on other computers. Links to other posts would be great, or just any direct suggestions in reply to this post. I KNOW I should be able to turn this up higher. For referance, I play FarCry with every setting maxed and it doesnt get choppy even when I charge into 10 enemies and start shooting fuel tanks with a helicopter flying around...

Any help would be greatly appreciated. You could also PM me if you want...

THanks agian, this is a great forum...
Cadaver

Well... I doubt that you're CPU or RAM could do anything with this but I think that if you would have to update you're computer it might be the GCard. But anyway. The resolution, I would say doesn't have that much to say - of course it gets much better playing with high resolution but also a lot of work for the PC. I think you could try to set the resolution down, also the different fade's of persons, tree's etc. and try to check out the pixel I think it is - Small, Medium or Large (Don't remember, should be right under resolution on Video Options) I tested out with small, then it's easy to see that the crests or what we can call it haning out from shops where the name of the shop stands is very blury, turning to Large it get's crystal clear...

I'm not a master in this either, but I think if you set resolution down, along with the different fading options and shadows etc. and try to set pixel to Large it might work much better hopefully. And I wouldn't wurry to much about antialiasing either...

My current specs;



I've no problems what so ever playing Oblivion with ultra-high graphics, I've taken everything on top with fade and everything and no problems. I jumped on some guards in Skingrad and ended up fighting around 15 - 20 of these guards at the same time with no lag. And I have no antialiasing but HDR insted and the graphics is just sick...

So I think you should try out what I said, if that doesn't work - then you have to test different things out, mostly with resolution, pixels etc. I wouldn't think about the fading and shadows to much. No need for Self Shadows either

I googled Oblivion performance tweaks and found an INI file tweaking guide. I am at work now, so that site is blocked or I would leave a link... sorry...

Anyway, I changed my INI some, and also got rid of the silly intros like "bethesda" and other crap so my game starts at just the main menu... very nice, because on MY freetime, I DONT want to watch intro videos, I want to PLAY!! Also adjusted some stuff that makes more stuff load during the loading rather than on the fly, so now my loading screens between say, a dungeon, and the wide open are about 30-40 seconds, but the play is VERY much smother outside, even though I kept the rez up at 800x600. Also turned the amount of grass down to 120. Still lots of grass, but doesnt seem so packed. Maybe loss of realism, but I actually like it... Makes hunting wolves a lot easier, as well as seeing where I am going. Thanks for the advice... I cant wait till my enlistment is done and I can stop having to worry about deploying to crazy places. Then I will be able to get a DESKTOP and not have to worry about upgrades so much....

Cadaver

I've been trudging through some older threads but still haven't found an exact answer and I know this must be pretty annoying but my current specs are -
2400+ AMD
512 DDR Ram
60 Gig HD (33gb free)
And uh....a GeForce FX5200

The graphics card will be the main one to slow it down and I have been afraid of purchasing Oblivion incase it wont run at all. I know the rest will slow it down but I want to upgrade my graphics card so I want to know something that will run it reasonably well (aka well enough for me to run everything on minimum) but that isn't too expensive.
Any suggestions?

I had to get a new processor and an additional stick of memory for Oblivion, now it is still running somewhat sluggishly, so I probably next will get a new video card.

Yeah I was trying it on my second pc which is about the same as that:

Athlon XP 2200+
384 MB ram
40 gig hard drive
GeForce FX5200

And it was running REALLY badly like 4 fps on the very lowest settings,

However I have a 6600GT on my other machine and it runs perfectly, not bad price either