Need a good reason not to order another 8800!

[ChrisD.]

Ordered the Dell 24" screen and a BFG 8800 GTX OC. I'm now thinking of upgrading my E4300 to the new energy efficiant Q6600 and bagging a second 8800 GTX. Is it worth it? Someone tell me it's a waste of money as I'm at breaking point now!

 

[ChrisD.]

3 GHz on air mate. Got the Noctua cooler. Will a Q6600 give me much of a boost over the E4300?

 

[ChrisD.]

I have the money yes, that's not an issue, but I'm a tight git and don't like spending for the point of spending.

 

[ChrisD.]

SLI can be a pain to get working as it should, expecially in Vista and even if it works might not give you any benefit over a single card in most resolutions and settings.

Why not just keep the single card and see how you like that, if it is a little too slow you can also upgrade to the new Nvidia card next year.

Also a 2nd GTX might mean you have to buy a new 800+W PSU?

Got the Enermax 730W which should be ample. I think I'll wait, just bought a new HD which I actually need...

 

[ChrisD.]

How far away is it?

 

[ChrisD.]

Ah crap, I should have just waited! lol