No..... just about every Mobo comes with more than adequate sound and enthusiast boards come with the equivalent of a $90 sound card.
I wouldn't say equivalent. Most decent $100 dollar sound cards have better headphone amps and such. But some of the newer ones are getting much better. Realtek still sucks.
But I agree its not needed for a good gaming machine. Its just a matter of preference. I happen to prefer having a good sound card as I have had them for 10 years and am used to them.
No..... just about every Mobo comes with more than adequate sound and enthusiast boards come with the equivalent of a $90 sound card.
I wouldn't say equivalent. Most decent $100 dollar sound cards have better headphone amps and such. But some of the newer ones are getting much better. Realtek still sucks.
But I agree its not needed for a good gaming machine. Its just a matter of preference. I happen to prefer having a good sound card as I have had them for 10 years and am used to them.