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ghn22 · 12-07-2006, 11:04 PM

Grey410 · 12-07-2006, 11:44 PM

I'd pop the xtra $150 ($130 after MIR) and get the 8800GTS. It's new tech. The ATI card is being replaced in Jan anyway. If you're building a new computer and dropping the $$ now I'd get the card that supports DX10. Just my thoughts. I'd say you will be happier then trying to sell an "old DX9" card later to pay for a new DX10 card.

Jet · 12-08-2006, 12:41 AM

Your motherboard and memory are not compatible with your processor

You need DDR2 memory and a Socket 775 motherboard to go with your Intel E6300.

I'd go with the 8800GTS like Grey said, but only if you can afford getting 2GB of RAM. DVD Burner is fine, but maybe you'd want a retail box so you get burning software? Just an idea. The case is pretty good, I'd say. Nice specs on hard drive, but do you want higher capacity (250-320GB is the best value currently)? The power supply looks okay, but get a recommendation from someone else as well.

As for a motherboard, I recommend this one:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813128017

Memory, possibly this?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820227124

Try to get DDR2 800, but if that's not possible, get DDR2 667.

Jsousa373 · 12-08-2006, 01:02 AM

I personally would go with this video card =] It hauls ass and you save money.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814130066

ghn22 · 12-08-2006, 01:26 AM

Well first off I am completely confused now thast u said all that so I will go look into it, second i hate geforce so any vc i get will be ati. But thx for input, i will look into specs.

ghn22 · 12-08-2006, 01:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jet

As for a motherboard, I recommend this one:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813128017

Memory, possibly this?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820227124

Try to get DDR2 800, but if that's not possible, get DDR2 667.

I looked at both of ur recommendations and they have very bad reviews, not to say poor equipment just dont see why people dont like it. And I will get 2gig memory later, going for 1 atm. Also should I be looking into better manuf? GIGABYTE seems to have bad reviews everywere....?

Grey410 · 12-08-2006, 01:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ghn22

Well first off I am completely confused now thast u said all that so I will go look into it, second i hate geforce so any vc i get will be ati. But thx for input, i will look into specs.

I'm sorry to hear you "hate" Geforce cards. Because it's a FACT that the 8800 series cards are currently the BEST out. So I guess I'd put aside my baseless "hate" and get the best performing card out. Oh they are also the only cards that support DX10. Just a thought.

I also agree with Jet. Your main concern atm should be getting AT LEAST 2GB ram. It's the new standard and will help you the most with performance. Trust me you will notice the extra 1GB of ram. With Vista coming you will want it even more.

You need a Socket 775 motherboard. I'd get the Gigabyte DS3 or the EVGA 680i SLI if you want to drop the extra $120 on it.

Jet · 12-08-2006, 01:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ghn22

I looked at both of ur recommendations and they have very bad reviews, not to say poor equipment just dont see why people dont like it. And I will get 2gig memory later, going for 1 atm. Also should I be looking into better manuf? GIGABYTE seems to have bad reviews everywere....?

The motherboard doesn't have bad reviews, and sorry, I did not check the memory, it was just a random pick. Normally I chose Corsair XMS2 memory, but for some reason this time I didn't.

Also, no point in getting a $300 video card and having 1GB of RAM. Either go with the 8800GTS and stick with 1GB, or (the better option would be to) go with 2GB and get the 7900GS.

bumblebee_tuna · 12-08-2006, 01:48 AM

I would watch out for the PSU because, previously, I have read a lot of burn-outs with other CoolerMasters within the first year and there isn't enough time/reviews to determine quality.

After-though edit: I though DDR2 mobos were backwards compatible with DDR RAM, no?

ghn22 · 12-08-2006, 01:54 AM

Ok, i can understand that 2gig is important so thats what i will go with. Also I know that geforce has come out with the best card atm, BUT they have always sucked for me in the past and ur both speaking of top of the line cards.

I am looking for most bang for my buck and when u get past top end cards ATI seems to kick its but imo (i may be wrong). If I have an option I would rather go with ATI but if you all say geforce i will trust your opinion.

For the time being could you please give me a recommendation on the motherboard and memory u guys would suggest. I have had a bad record with items that are not name brand, so please try suggest top choice.

12-07-2006, 11:04 PM	#1 (permalink)
ghn22 Bronze Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 32	Fast Final Review. Last inputs Revised Video Card and Proccesser so please let me know what you all think. Thanks for everyones previous input, helped a lot. DVD-Rom drive http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16827106040 Case http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811119075 HardDrive http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822136062 Video Card http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814161048 Power Supply http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817171013 Memory http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145449 Proccessor http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115005 Mother Board http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131004

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Grey410 Platinum Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Virginia Beach Age: 28 Posts: 712	I'd pop the xtra $150 ($130 after MIR) and get the 8800GTS. It's new tech. The ATI card is being replaced in Jan anyway. If you're building a new computer and dropping the $$ now I'd get the card that supports DX10. Just my thoughts. I'd say you will be happier then trying to sell an "old DX9" card later to pay for a new DX10 card. __________________ COD4 rocks until you lose your profile and have to start over. Still lovin my 37" monitor. New house is crazy nice. Hope everyone is doing good. A lot of friends will come and go but a few will be there the whole time.

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Jet Diamond Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 5,288	Your motherboard and memory are not compatible with your processor You need DDR2 memory and a Socket 775 motherboard to go with your Intel E6300. I'd go with the 8800GTS like Grey said, but only if you can afford getting 2GB of RAM. DVD Burner is fine, but maybe you'd want a retail box so you get burning software? Just an idea. The case is pretty good, I'd say. Nice specs on hard drive, but do you want higher capacity (250-320GB is the best value currently)? The power supply looks okay, but get a recommendation from someone else as well. As for a motherboard, I recommend this one: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813128017 Memory, possibly this? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820227124 Try to get DDR2 800, but if that's not possible, get DDR2 667. __________________ Macbook/Intel Core Duo 1.83Ghz/2GB DDR2 667/60GB HD/OSX 10.4.11/160GB 3.5" Firewire External/160GB Maxtor One Touch 4 Mini External/ Last edited by Jet; 12-08-2006 at 12:48 AM.

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bumblebee_tuna Diamond Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Mission Viejo, CA Age: 19 Posts: 1,326	I would watch out for the PSU because, previously, I have read a lot of burn-outs with other CoolerMasters within the first year and there isn't enough time/reviews to determine quality. After-though edit: I though DDR2 mobos were backwards compatible with DDR RAM, no? __________________ Dell Inspiron 1520 Jet Black Intel Core 2 Duo T7500 2.2GHz / 2GB DDR2 667MHz / 160GB 7200RPM nVidia GeForce 8600m GT 256MB 15.4" WXGA Anti-glare Display (1280x800) Microsoft Windows Vista Premium w/ Media Direct boot hack into Ubuntu Gutsy Haikus are easy. But sometimes they don't make sense. Refrigerator. Last edited by bumblebee_tuna; 12-08-2006 at 01:52 AM.

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12-08-2006, 01:02 AM	#4 (permalink)
Jsousa373 Bronze Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: RI Age: 17 Posts: 97	I personally would go with this video card =] It hauls ass and you save money. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814130066

12-08-2006, 01:26 AM	#5 (permalink)
ghn22 Bronze Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 32	Well first off I am completely confused now thast u said all that so I will go look into it, second i hate geforce so any vc i get will be ati. But thx for input, i will look into specs.

12-08-2006, 01:54 AM	#10 (permalink)
ghn22 Bronze Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 32	Ok, i can understand that 2gig is important so thats what i will go with. Also I know that geforce has come out with the best card atm, BUT they have always sucked for me in the past and ur both speaking of top of the line cards. I am looking for most bang for my buck and when u get past top end cards ATI seems to kick its but imo (i may be wrong). If I have an option I would rather go with ATI but if you all say geforce i will trust your opinion. For the time being could you please give me a recommendation on the motherboard and memory u guys would suggest. I have had a bad record with items that are not name brand, so please try suggest top choice.

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