Multi-GPU technology?

[haohero]

Hi, I want to build a new computer. This is also my first time building one. I don't want a high-end gaming com but one that is able to play the latest games on (COD Black Ops etc..). My question is should I get a multi-GPU tech (crossfire or SLI) or a normal motherboard with a graphic card? If I will to go for the multi-GPU tech, I will only buy one graphic card for the time being and get a second one in the future (better upgrade route). Issit worth it? Any recommendations? Thank you.

 

[fastdude]

With lower budget computers, probably not. Best to go with a single GPU, and upgrade every other year or so. But if you want, feel free to xFire or SLi when you have the money. SLI scales by around 80%, xfire 70%

 

[haohero]

K tks alot. Can u recommend me some computer parts to look at?

 

[fastdude]

K tks alot. Can u recommend me some computer parts to look at?

What's your budget?

 

[haohero]

my budget is around $1500 thanks in advance!

 

[BurningSkyline]

You could get a nice PC for that much.
Does this include peripherals?

I threw together a bunch of parts in a wishlist that I would look at. If somebody else wants to refine it, go ahead.

 

[ScottALot]

^ That list is full of parts that I'd recommend to budget/light-enthusiast builders... great work, there!

 

[BurningSkyline]

^ That list is full of parts that I'd recommend to budget/light-enthusiast builders... great work, there!

I'm not good at picking out motherboards, so I didn't list any.
Or ram. But I'm not sure.

While speaking of RAM, what do you think of this?
Patriot RAM

 

[joh06937]

high voltage for high timings and still the same price as ripjaws. not worth it at all in my opinion.

 

[BurningSkyline]

Thats true. I like the sticker on the heat spreader though...

 

[joh06937]

Ha ha, but how often do you look at the RAM?

 

[BurningSkyline]

Ha ha, but how often do you look at the RAM?

Depends on when I have friends over.

I feel like I'm the only teenager not fascinated by lights and spinning things.

-.-

 

[haohero]

Sorry, I am having my exams now. Thanks for the list though. I will choose when I have the time.

 

[haohero]

I look at ur list. Why not i7-880 over i7-870?

 

[BurningSkyline]

I look at ur list. Why not i7-880 over i7-870?

1: Its not on newegg.
2: It is more than likely the same chip with faster clock.
3: It will cost more.