Which mobo would you suggest for the Core 2 Duo

abdul10000 · 11-13-2006, 10:25 PM

I am having a hard time picking a motherboard for my new computer that I am going to build. Namely because I don’t know much about mobo specs, but I know my needs and here they are so please intrigue me with your opinion!

1. Works with core 2 duo and can upgrade to core2 quad in the future
2. I don’t need sli or cross fire just pci express
3. Reliable
4. Easy to install
5. Will allow moderate over clocking
6. I don’t have major requirements for hard drives or making the computer a server for example (at least for now)

Price is not an issue, but I am obviously asking because I don’t want to spend more than what I need. Otherwise I would have bought the top of the line Intel mobo or w5b Aussus mobo, but I am holding off until I hear your opinions. Your input is much apprecaited!

Also what do you think of this ram?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145034

**apj101** · 11-13-2006, 10:26 PM

its all about budget

whats your budget

abdul10000 · 11-13-2006, 10:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by apj101

its all about budget

whats your budget

I don’t have a budget. I am open to buying the most expensive Intel mobo on new egg for example, but I don’t want to if I don’t need that mobo. After all isn’t price determined by performance, quality, and features? Therefore I would say I am looking for a high performance, high quality, and basic features mobo. Is that in the $150-$200 range? Lets say that’s my rang then, $150-$200. Though, I am still open for a $250+ mobo, I just would like to learn the reasons for buying one and if they apply to me. Thanks for asking!

The_Beast · 11-13-2006, 10:56 PM

a P5B, P5B DELUXE, or even the ASUS P5W DH DELUXE/WIFI-AP would be a good chose, newegg doesn't always have the cheapest mobos. the ASUS P5W DH DELUXE/WIFI-AP is $260 on newegg and i have found them around $220 on other sites so look around before you buy

**jimmymac** · 11-13-2006, 11:05 PM

the intel badaxe is really the dogs danglys of mobo for core 2 duo, a friend has one and cant stop raving about it. Yip it is the most expensive but for a reason

http://www.intel.com/products/mother...5xbx/index.htm

abdul10000 · 11-13-2006, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jimmymac

Yip it is the most expensive but for a reason

http://www.intel.com/products/mother...5xbx/index.htm

Kindly share with me that reason.

Angel.of.Death · 11-14-2006, 06:04 AM

The Gigabyte 965P-DS3 is an excellent MOBO for your tastes!

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813128012

Grey410 · 11-14-2006, 07:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by abdul10000

I don’t have a budget. I am open to buying the most expensive Intel mobo on new egg for example, but I don’t want to if I don’t need that mobo. After all isn’t price determined by performance, quality, and features? Therefore I would say I am looking for a high performance, high quality, and basic features mobo. Is that in the $150-$200 range? Lets say that’s my rang then, $150-$200. Though, I am still open for a $250+ mobo, I just would like to learn the reasons for buying one and if they apply to me. Thanks for asking!

Nvidia 680i SLI mobos are the best out right now even beter than bad axe mobo's. They run about $250. There will be lesser versions which cost less. Just compare them to other mobo's on www.newegg.com

Angel.of.Death · 11-14-2006, 08:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grey410

Nvidia 680i SLI mobos are the best out right now even beter than bad axe mobo's. They run about $250. There will be lesser versions which cost less. Just compare them to other mobo's on www.newegg.com

Why spend so mych money on SLi and a huge ass NB heatsink when he doesnt need them.

Go with the GA-965P-DS3

**Cromewell** · 11-14-2006, 09:10 AM

Or just the GA-965P-S3 (DS3 - the all solid caps and about $30). Although I doubt it will handle a quads power needs. The DQ6 will however.

11-13-2006, 10:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
abdul10000 Bronze Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 30	Which mobo would you suggest for the Core 2 Duo I am having a hard time picking a motherboard for my new computer that I am going to build. Namely because I don’t know much about mobo specs, but I know my needs and here they are so please intrigue me with your opinion! 1. Works with core 2 duo and can upgrade to core2 quad in the future 2. I don’t need sli or cross fire just pci express 3. Reliable 4. Easy to install 5. Will allow moderate over clocking 6. I don’t have major requirements for hard drives or making the computer a server for example (at least for now) Price is not an issue, but I am obviously asking because I don’t want to spend more than what I need. Otherwise I would have bought the top of the line Intel mobo or w5b Aussus mobo, but I am holding off until I hear your opinions. Your input is much apprecaited! Also what do you think of this ram? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145034 Last edited by abdul10000; 11-13-2006 at 10:27 PM.

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The_Beast Diamond Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wisconsin Age: 17 Posts: 3,300	a P5B, P5B DELUXE, or even the ASUS P5W DH DELUXE/WIFI-AP would be a good chose, newegg doesn't always have the cheapest mobos. the ASUS P5W DH DELUXE/WIFI-AP is $260 on newegg and i have found them around $220 on other sites so look around before you buy __________________ Rendering Machine - Gigabyte DS3L P35 - - C2D E6550 - - Corsair XMS2 2Gb - Seagate 'Cuda 320Gb - Sapphire 2600 XT 256mb - - Antec Earthwatt 430 watt - - Antec New Solution Series Case - - Hp w1907 monitor - Check Out My Custom Clock Picture 1/\Picture 2

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Angel.of.Death Silver Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sydney, Australia Age: 16 Posts: 213	The Gigabyte 965P-DS3 is an excellent MOBO for your tastes! http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813128012 __________________ "Death is not something to be feared. It is something to be embraced."

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Cromewell Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Canada Age: 25 Posts: 10,206	Or just the GA-965P-S3 (DS3 - the all solid caps and about $30). Although I doubt it will handle a quads power needs. The DQ6 will however. __________________ You know what the chain of command is? It's the chain I go get and beat you with 'til ya understand who's in ruttin' command here. I must plug a couple comics because they are good :D: www.ctrlaltdel-online.com www.userfriendly.org

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