Spec check, new build

AndrewN · 19 May 2010 at 11:20

Following on from the advice here I have come up with this

for my new computer.

What do people think? My main concern is will the CPU cooler fit inside the case? I am also thinking the PSU is a bit overpowered for the gear, I am intending to do a little overclocking with it. Also, have I missed anything? You will also notice there is no keyboard listed, this is intentional as the current one I have is fine.

AndrewN · 19 May 2010 at 19:17

Somebody? Anybody?

*tap tap* is this thing on?

stulid · 19 May 2010 at 19:24

perfect.

keyboard needed?

and I have no idea if that akasa cooler comes with thermal paste.

CAT-THE-FIFTH · 19 May 2010 at 19:33

If you are intending to get another HD5850 1GB this PSU is also worth considering:

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-117-AN

It is made by Seasonic and according to Bit tech has high efficiency (the PSU is 80plus Bronze certified). It also has 4 PCI-E power connectors too.

Also the Titan Fenrir is meant to be good too:

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=HS-009-TI

However the Akasa Nero also has good reviews so it is probably more down to whatever your prefer.

PapaLazaru · 19 May 2010 at 19:34

Like your choice of GPU.

Going to get one of those myself.

AndrewN · 19 May 2010 at 20:58

CAT-THE-FIFTH said:
If you are intending to get another HD5850 1GB this PSU is also worth considering:

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-117-AN

It is made by Seasonic and according to Bit tech has high efficiency (the PSU is 80plus Bronze certified). It also has 4 PCI-E power connectors too.

Also the Titan Fenrir is meant to be good too:

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=HS-009-TI

However the Akasa Nero also has good reviews so it is probably more down to whatever your prefer.

Thanks for that. I did consider the Titan, but it is out of stock so I went for the Alaska.