Martyn's Computer Build Summer 2007

Darg said:
I'd never skimp on RAM. It's the main thing holding most overclocks back. Also you'd definitely notice the difference between 666mhz and 800mhz RAM at stock.
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In the end I went for the more expensive RAM, simply because on my current system my poor RAM is the one thing that is really holding me back.

I also added a nice PSU (thanks for the Corsair recommendation), and a nice sound card as apparently it can make a big difference.
 
Darg said:
I'd never skimp on RAM. It's the main thing holding most overclocks back. Also you'd definitely notice the difference between 666mhz and 800mhz RAM at stock.
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Note the part where I twice mentioned that if he was intent on overclocking then the OCUK kit wouldn't be as good a choice. I'd also say you'll never notice the difference between 667 and 800 unless you're benchmarking or running superpi or suchlike.

This article covers it quite nicely (mostly from page 6 onwards): http://www.xbitlabs.com/articles/memory/display/core2duo-memory-guide.html

edit - have fun building it Martyn, new kit is always a pleasure :)
 
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