Gaming Desktop

Trebor said:
ok, im going to work now, so when i get back ill take a peak at some, if anyone has any good ideas for either a cpu cooler or dvd/cd burner post em up :D

and thanks alot scooter you ahve helped alot bro :)
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No worries...just wanna see you with a machine your happy with!
 
scooter said:
No worries...just wanna see you with a machine your happy with!
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so i found this dvd burner

dvd burner
SAMSUNG Black 22X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 16X DVD+R DL 22X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA 22X DVD Burner
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827151171
24.99

CPU
Intel Core i7 920 Nehalem 2.66GHz 4 x 256KB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache LGA 1366 130W Quad-Core Processor
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115202
294.99

what do you think about that cpu? can i use ddr2 ram with it?
 
The drive is good!!

That cpu is a new Intel Corei7, and as well as being a new cpu, it requires a new X58 chipset motherboard and DDR3 ram!...For this new stuff--your looking at paying top dollar as its only a few weeks old now!
 
scooter said:
The drive is good!!

That cpu is a new Intel Corei7, and as well as being a new cpu, it requires a new X58 chipset motherboard and DDR3 ram!...For this new stuff--your looking at paying top dollar as its only a few weeks old now!
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how much more do you think it would be to upgrade everything tno be i7 compatible, I really dont wana have to replace my comp anytime soon haha
 
2-300 for mobo
300 for base i7 cpu...more if you take next step..to like 500+
200 for ram--3gb ddr3

so u are looking at 700+ just for those core items.
 
scooter said:
2-300 for mobo
300 for base i7 cpu...more if you take next step..to like 500+
200 for ram--3gb ddr3

so u are looking at 700+ just for those core items.
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ok, thats like 300 dollars more, is it worth it like is there a drastic difference?
 
Trebor said:
ok, thats like 300 dollars more, is it worth it like is there a drastic difference?
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Well, it's all still very new and your paying for that...

I'm using the new i7 940 cpu at 2.93GHZ but I overclocked it and it's now running at 3.82Ghz.

I'm gonna give it a bit more break-in time and I expect to be able to push it well past 4.0Ghz.

As for the i7 920, which is the cpu you'd probably be looking at, I haven't have chance to run any tests on it.
 
scooter said:
Well, it's all still very new and your paying for that...

I'm using the new i7 940 cpu at 2.93GHZ but I overclocked it and it's now running at 3.82Ghz.

I'm gonna give it a bit more break-in time and I expect to be able to push it well past 4.0Ghz.

As for the i7 920, which is the cpu you'd probably be looking at, I haven't have chance to run any tests on it.
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they are quadcore so if i can over clock the cheaper one to similiar ghz as the intel 3.0 ghz one would it be drastically faster?
 
Trebor said:
they are quadcore so if i can over clock the cheaper one to similiar ghz as the intel 3.0 ghz one would it be drastically faster?
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You can simply o.c the corei7 920 to 3.0Ghz and you are good to go.

I have no doubt it can o.c. much further but you are absolutely guaranteed 3.0ghz, at least!

So you know..

You could do..

core i7 920 @2.66ghz
Asus P6T Deluxe
6GB Corsair xms3 pc3-12800 (1600mhz) (3x2GB)

For $900

core i7 940 @ 2.93ghz
Asus P6T Deluxe oc palm.
3GB OCZ platinum pc3-12800 (1600mhz) (3x1GB)

For $1049.00
 
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scooter said:
You can simply o.c the corei7 920 to 3.0Ghz and you are good to go.

I have no doubt it can o.c. much further but you are absolutely guaranteed 3.0ghz, at least!

So you know..

You could do..

core i7 920 @2.66ghz
Asus P6T Deluxe
6GB Corsair xms3 pc3-12800 (1600mhz) (3x2GB)

For $900

core i7 940 @ 2.93ghz
Asus P6T Deluxe oc palm.
3GB OCZ platinum pc3-12800 (1600mhz) (3x1GB)

For $1049.00
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for the top choice do i have to use 260 dollar ram or can i use cheaper ddr3?
 
Trebor said:
for the top choice do i have to use 260 dollar ram or can i use cheaper ddr3?
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You can use any ddr3 you like...

I'm just a power fiend--sorry..

you can use pc3-8500 if you want.

Get el cheapo now and get faster ddr3 later on
 
CPU
Intel Core i7 920 Nehalem 2.66GHz 4 x 256KB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache LGA 1366 130W Quad-Core Processor
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115202
294.99


GPU
HIS Hightech H487F1GP Radeon HD 4870 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814161247
264.99

PSU
PC Power & Cooling S75QB 750W ATX12V / EPS12V SLI NVIDIA SLI Certified (Dual 8800 GTX and below) CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817703009
114.99

HDD
Western Digital Caviar Green WD10EACS 1TB SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136151
99.99

MOBO
ASUS P5E3 PREMIUM/WIFI-AP @n LGA 775 Intel X48 ATX Intel Motherboard
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131276
289.99

RAM
G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231190
114.99

dvd burner
SAMSUNG Black 22X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 16X DVD+R DL 22X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA 22X DVD Burner
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827151171
24.99

CASE
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811133154
Thermaltake Armor Series VA8000BWS Black Aluminum / Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case - Retail
139.99


Total 1280.00 (before tax)


Alright im liking this build it seems to be a little faster, and i have ddr3 and can update it if needed, Im gonna look into dual hdd like you said cause the size isnt to big of a deal for me more speed =p

what u think would this be faster OCed of course then the previous build?
 
You need to change your motherboard to an X58 intel to accomodate the new core i7 cpu.

Also, with the DDR3 ram and the x58 board, its best to use triple-channel or 3 chips together as the x58 boards have 6 ram bays.

I recommend getting a 3GB kit (3x 1GB) or 6GB kit (3x 2GB). you will space the ram in slots 1,3, 5 and leave 2,4 and 6 blank...

Also, you still need a cpu cooler!!
 
screw i7 its just to expensive lol, what exactly is a cpu cooler a fan? doesnt the case have them or do i need more

EDIT also how do you private message me i cant figure out how to add you messages
 
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Trebor said:
screw i7 its just to expensive lol, what exactly is a cpu cooler a fan? doesnt the case have them or do i need more
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Cool man,

I understand completely...i7 is new and pricey!

We'll set you up with a powerful Core2 duo system!!!!!

Also, when you buy a cpu you get a stock cooler with it. The cooler is a fan that sits onto the cpu to draw heat away from it--hence cooling it.

You can use that, but when your spending 1000+ on a nice system, an aftermarket cooler (Fan and heatsink) will be much more effective.--and look cool too!! You can get them from 20 bucks and up
 
Trebor said:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835118223

it seems to be good i guess and alot of good ratings on new egg haha..

If i have never OCed anything before if would i be able to figure out how to overclock
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115037

to 4.0 ghz fairly easy?
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Yes, we can show you how to oc the e8400 in about 10seconds by changing 1 or 2 settings!!:)

I just realized you cant message me since you have under 100 posts!

That Zalman is a great cooler....so many to choose from


edit: I have o'ced my e8400 to a hair under 5.0ghz with only case fans!!..

but don't do that...I'm crazy and can afford to be insane!!

4.0ghz on the e8400 will rock your socks and is a safe overclock..!
 
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CPU
Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 Wolfdale 3.0GHz 6MB L2 Cache LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor Processor
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115037
159.99


GPU
HIS Hightech H487F1GP Radeon HD 4870 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814161247
264.99

PSU
PC Power & Cooling S75QB 750W ATX12V / EPS12V SLI NVIDIA SLI Certified (Dual 8800 GTX and below) CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817703009
114.99

HDD
Western Digital Caviar SE16 WD3200AAKS 320GB 7200 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136074
54.99 x 2 = 110

MOBO
ASUS P5E Deluxe LGA 775 Intel X48 ATX Intel Motherboard
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131317
219.99

RAM
OCZ Platinum 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 1066 (PC2 8500) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820227298
79.99

dvd burner
SAMSUNG Black 22X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 16X DVD+R DL 22X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA 22X DVD Burner
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16827151171
24.99

CASE
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811133154
Thermaltake Armor Series VA8000BWS Black Aluminum / Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case - Retail
139.99

heatsink
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835118223
ZALMAN 9500A 92mm 2 Ball CPU Cooler
45.99

1160.00 grand total

ok this is looking like my ideal PC for my price range i put in 2 hdd 320 gigs cause i want more then 500 gigs and these seem ideal on price... Will this setup be able to play games like crysis on high settings?
 
My x48 system is very similar to yours..

I was running crysis pretty much full tilt with a single ati 4870 512mb...

I added a second one (crossfire) and it was ridiculous!!

Your choice on the 1GB is very, very good!
 
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