Upgradeitis

Kirth Gersen · 11 Sep 2011 at 16:31

Its that time again, when I just need to upgrade, for no really good reason, as my current E8500 is still doing sterling work. That said, I would love the applications/games to load faster - so an SSD is the key target.

I could just go for the SSD, but I fancy it would be even better paired with a SATA 3 capable mobo, games would be zippier with an i5 and requisite RAM. A lot of money for a bit more zip...

Anyway, I no longer overclock - SACRILEGE I know. So I am looking for functional, but robust pieces of kit which are good value.

Here is what I have in mind. Critques please. Note - I want to stay Intel, so no AMD solutions.

Kirth Gersen · 11 Sep 2011 at 16:55

The H67 Boards aren't necessarily cheaper. However, you have a point, £6 more gives me the option should I wish to return to the dark arts.

Another question, are the stock coolers on the i5s quiet?

Kirth Gersen · 11 Sep 2011 at 17:15

Don't want to spend too much. No need for Xfire etc. The 5770 is great for my gaming needs - Rise of Flight, F1 2010, Hearts of Iron 3. Not your hardcore stuff.

I've read that TTs don't work so well on the newer quads, so will be looking for a replacement. Stock will do if quiet enough.

Kirth Gersen · 11 Sep 2011 at 18:40

fowler002 said:
think the tt will be better than stock cooler by all fairness, maybe this if you're not looking to join the 5ghz club as it can handle 4.5ghz from what I've read.

That's probably on the lines of what I need.