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Krisali

Krisali

Krisali

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Hi folks,

Sorry for posting another one of these threads but I am new here and I really need some advice regarding my new build. PC will be used for a variety of roles including audio and video hub, gaming and general work inc databases, spreadsheets etc.

I will be purchasing a external DAC separately for audio.
I will purchase the ATI 4870 when it is released next week, perhaps 2 of them although I am unsure about the success of cross fire.
I won't consider changing the case, the Silverstone is the one I want.

What do you guys think of my build? I have tried to pick top class components and will be overclocking to an extent. Anything need changing? 4gb rather than 2gb? (Although I currently have 2gb on a laptop and I never run into memory issues).

Edit: What kind of overclock can I expect from this setup? I have just heard rumours than the X38 chipset is quite poor for OC the 45nm Quad CPU's, is this information correct and if so what other combination would be better? I chose the Asus Maximus Extreme due to a variety of positive reviews I read and I have had very good experiences with all ASUS kit in the past.

Price is around 1900 max including Video Card(s), Optical drive(s), card reader and OS (64bit premium vista). Will purchase a monitor separately.

Thanks in advance.

I will ofcourse be posting a build thread with some nice pictures for you to gawp at.

ps. I love the design of your website, very clear and easy to navigate and some good deals.
 
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icey_haj said:
Do you really need to have DDR3? You could save a lot of money if you dont
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I'm not entirely sure, which is why I'm asking for advice :-)

I have read various arguments but I would really like to futureproof (lol) as much as possible. Purchasing outmoded technology just seems like false economy to me. If I buy DDR3 now I will be good for some time to come- well this is my line of thinking at any rate and perhaps it is flawed. I guess a lot of it comes down to wanting 'the biggest and the best' since I have used laptops for the past few years and am now in a position to build a rig (got more space). I am open to suggestions...

Don't worry about saving money, I have budgeted for atleast 1800. Apologies for my essay.
 
qwerty321 said:
^^ Drop that cpu to a q6600, Change the mobo to a x38 p5e or a p45, Get rid of the velcio raptor and get another f1 and raid them, Swap the psu for a modular one. :)
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I appreciate all the comments but ideally I would like reasoning behind any suggested changes. I am a little out of touch but I want to learn why A is better than B.

I have read great reviews of ASUS maximus extreme on loads of sites including the respected Tom's Hardware. Why is a P5e better?

The 6600 people mention.... Does the 8mb cache not limit it's performance compared with the Q9450? Remember I am after a performance system, cash isn't so much an issue. I would hate to have to upgrade in 12 months time.

Thanks again
 
qwerty321 said:
Get that DFI its a very good motherboard. Bargain for that price.
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I have read loads of good reviews of the ASUS board and have good experience with their kit in the past, they win loads of awards and generally regarded as the top mobo brand. So.... I'm curious why is the DFI better?

Thanks for help thus far.
 
qwerty321 said:
Thats a grand under budget so you can get a new gfx card (or two) what ever os you want, a nice 24" monitor, set of 5.1 speakers and keyboard + mouse.
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True, I want a good monitor and a decent keyboard. Audio will be handled by an external DAC hooked upto ARCAM amp and some Monitor speakers so 5.1 speakers are not an issue.

Any suggestions for a gaming 24" panel. I hear the Dell suffer from high latency
 
Hehe erm I guess im confused about mobo choice. I will drop the CPU down to the 6600 you mentioned and overclock. What kind of overclock do you guys reckon I can get with the 6600 and the Maximus or the DFI?


Cheers
 
Ok Ok. If I change to DDR2 mobo and ram what mobo should i get. I would really prefer to get a brand I know such as ASUS.

What are the p5.... thingies you mentioned. I see loads of them on the website. Any in particular?
 
Ok here is the updated spec. To reiterate I really want the Silverstone chassis as I think it looks badass (friend has got one) and is VERY well made. Changing this isn't an option and lets face it case choice is 90% asthetic and personal.

I was thinking of the Samsung monitor. I will be using it for gaming mainly as I generally hook up to a plasma TV for watching HD stuff and general DivX movies. I know I have splurged a little on things like fan controllers but I think they look cool :-)





Thanks for feedback

Edit: The GTX280 is a placeholder since the 4870 isn't out yet. I figure (or hope) I will be able to buy 2 x 4870 for roughly the same price.
 
qwerty321 said:
Swap that cpu cooler to a true with a decent fan.
Swap the hdd's to the 640gb f1's as they use the newer bigger platters that are faster than the 250gb ones the 750 uses.

Looks good other than that.
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Alright but remember I am a neophyte..... true with a fan? lol
 
I'm a neophyte meaning I'm a noob :-)

Im getting an itchy credit card finger now, I'm not sure if I can wait any longer. May just change mobo and go with a single GTX280.

Opinions are like *********- everyone has got one. I have read so much conflicting stuff re: the new gfx cards. Do ATI cards in crossfire really suffer from stuttering? I hear a lot of 'experts' generally stear away from multi GPU solutions for this reason....
 
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