Spec me - again :(

[kalvindeane]

Gaming and modding rig (mostly oblivion modding). Need new motherboard, memory, cpu and cooler. Cheaper the better, but built to last a couple years. Can't decide whether to get a dual core 555 to unlock and overclock, 955, i5, wait for the 1090t, or save up for an i7.

Please note: I'd prefer x8x8 crossfire on the motherboard, incase that'd make a difference.

I could probably afford to go the 555, 955 or i5 route within the next few weeks. Or maybe I should wait until I can enter MM, am I likely to find a better deal on there than on OCUK, and is it worth the wait?

My last "spec me" post, so make it count

 

[PraxxtorCruel]

If it is purely for gaming stick to an i5.

Btw will do anything for monez.

 

[kalvindeane]

Would there be any chance of me finding an i5/mobo/ram on the mm cheap? It'll probably be a while til I get enough posts for it though

 

[PraxxtorCruel]

Hold on I'll have a check. What is ya budget?

 

[kalvindeane]

Oh lol - not enough posts

 

[kalvindeane]

It'd be ~£400 inc P&P on OCUK, an ammount less than that would be nice

 

[PraxxtorCruel]

Oh lol - not enough posts

Huh what are you on about Kalvin Klein?

 

[kalvindeane]

Would there be any chance of me finding an i5/mobo/ram on the mm cheap? It'll probably be a while til I get enough posts for it though

Hold on I'll have a check. What is ya budget?

Need 250 posts to join the MM don't you?

 

[PraxxtorCruel]

Need 250 posts to join the MM don't you?

What is the MM? You mean that free shipping from OCUK?

 

[kalvindeane]

What is the MM? You mean that free shipping from OCUK?

Nooo Member's Market is where forum members sell their old hardware, afaik

 

[PraxxtorCruel]

Nooo Member's Market is where forum members sell their old hardware, afaik

You know if it is any good, wouldn't mind buying something for a bit cheaper hehe. Hey you said you needed cooling, air or water?

 

[kalvindeane]

I've never used water, idk if I'd need it to OC an i5 rig? Or the costs of it

 

[CAT-THE-FIFTH]

Gaming and modding rig (mostly oblivion modding). Need new motherboard, memory, cpu and cooler. Cheaper the better, but built to last a couple years. Can't decide whether to get a dual core 555 to unlock and overclock, 955, i5, wait for the 1090t, or save up for an i7.

Please note: I'd prefer x8x8 crossfire on the motherboard, incase that'd make a difference.

I could probably afford to go the 555, 955 or i5 route within the next few weeks. Or maybe I should wait until I can enter MM, am I likely to find a better deal on there than on OCUK, and is it worth the wait?

My last "spec me" post, so make it count

I would wait a few weeks to see if the Phenom II X6 affects pricing of the Core i5 and Core i7. TBH, this would make the most sense. It is better to ask for a components list then IMHO.

 

[kalvindeane]

CAT-THE-FIFTH, I added you as a friend so I could ask you about build questions, is there a way for me to contact you outside this forum? You're brainy

 

[CAT-THE-FIFTH]

Shame there is no PM function on this forum!! However I am on another forum (search my username on Google) which does allow PM.

 

[PraxxtorCruel]

Gigabyte GA-P55-USB3 Intel P55 (Socket 1156) DDR3 Motherboard

Intel Core i5 750 2.66GHz (Lynnfield) (Socket LGA1156) - Retail

OCZ Obsidian 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 PC3-12800C9 Dual Channel (OCZ3OB1600LV4GK)

I'm relatively new at this but I came up with this for £365. AHahahahahaha forgot delivery charge, I think its another £11 or something.

 

[kalvindeane]

how do i add you as a friend on there? or pm you

*edit* added as contact

 

[CAT-THE-FIFTH]

how do i add you as a friend on there? or pm you

PM needs 15 posts IIRC.

 

[kalvindeane]

Can't find any threads there that I can comment on