Poll: Computers
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To stick with the subject of processors, it comes down to money. If you have the cash, go for the quad cores. They're definitely the better processor. However, Dual cores will still work for just about anything, just make sure you've got some gigahertz on it.
When i was looking for a new rig i found most SLI-supported mobos to be way more expensive than ones that didn't support it. Personally i think SLI is silly unless you've got the money to spend. You don't need two gpu's unless you're an enthusiast.Lord Krunk said:
- Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 (Dual-core 2.4Ghz) processor.
- nVIDIA 8600GS (Picked it up for $20 from a friend!)
- 2x1024MB DDR2 Corsair RAM (Has heat sinks on them, they rawk!)
- 500W Antec PSU
I was being pretty cheap when i upgraded as well. Next time i go spending i'm going to focus more on the GPU because the 8600 really isn't that great.
Oh, and i voted quad core. I mean, four is better than two. Who cares if they aren't necessary right now, because they probably will be in the future.
Q6600 2.4 GHz (Quad Core)
NVIDIA 9500 GS 512MB (technically 2516MB because I have 2GB of Ram shared between my CPU and GPU)
6GB RAM(like I said 2GB shared)
And I found this thing at Costco...
NVIDIA 9500 GS 512MB (technically 2516MB because I have 2GB of Ram shared between my CPU and GPU)
6GB RAM(like I said 2GB shared)
And I found this thing at Costco...
Currently running an Athlon 64 X2 6000+ overclocked to 3.2 Ghz, ASUS EN8800GT (just a regular 8800 GT at factory spec), 2 GB DDR2 667 Kingston ValueRAM (arguably the weakest link in this system, but doesn't make that much of a difference in practice, and DDR2 800 wasn't quite as cheap when I built the thing), Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium Fatal1ty Pro (most recent addition), along with a Logitech G5 (second revision) mouse and using Sennheiser HD 415 headphones for speakers, all together in an Antec Nine Hundred case.
Some time next year (not entirely sure when, but probably within the first half) I'll be upgrading again once the Intel Core i7s come down in price and there's some new video cards available. My CPU is starting to feel a little bit tired in games these days, to the point where it's actually limiting some, and while AMDs are still solid contenders for regular desktop PCs, for gaming, they just can't compete. My old CRT monitor is starting to die, so I'll need a new one of those at some point, which will likely come with a higher native resolution and thus will require a more powerful video card than the one I've got now.
Some time next year (not entirely sure when, but probably within the first half) I'll be upgrading again once the Intel Core i7s come down in price and there's some new video cards available. My CPU is starting to feel a little bit tired in games these days, to the point where it's actually limiting some, and while AMDs are still solid contenders for regular desktop PCs, for gaming, they just can't compete. My old CRT monitor is starting to die, so I'll need a new one of those at some point, which will likely come with a higher native resolution and thus will require a more powerful video card than the one I've got now.
Nice one , I wonder what kind of games it is capable of playing . I guessing toast , french fries and microwave diners .Danzorz said:
Well, make sure that the next RAM you get is DDR3 or something like that.....It's got nice and fast clock speeds compared to DDR2...smallharmlesskitten said:
Yeah, I've been told that.Lance Icarus said:
By the way, I was recommended RAM 1066mhz or higher. Is there anything higher? Is it a good choice?
P.S. Damn, that poll isn't helping anywhere near as much as I hoped.
If you want a nice case, I have an NZXT Zero. It has 7 12cm fans but is whisper quiet. It's about $130-$150 though.
http://tinyurl.com/6qvmcq
Also, if you get DDR3 RAM, you're getting it for the same reason you're getting a quad core processor. Future proofing. Also, get Nvidia graphics.
Also, if you get DDR3 RAM, you're getting it for the same reason you're getting a quad core processor. Future proofing. Also, get Nvidia graphics.
Quad!
My specs:
Q6600 OC'd to 3.2ghz on air
8800GTX 512mb
2gb ddr2 800 ram
OCZ StealthXStream 600w power supply
Antec 900 case
Bleh, I forget my motherboard, intel x38 northbridge I think...
My specs:
Q6600 OC'd to 3.2ghz on air
8800GTX 512mb
2gb ddr2 800 ram
OCZ StealthXStream 600w power supply
Antec 900 case
Bleh, I forget my motherboard, intel x38 northbridge I think...
I'll get a new computer when my want to increase Processor power coincides with need of Graphics power, and abundant funds.
intel core2 2.12gz Oc'd to 2.9 on air. 32 bit vista, 4 gigs of ram, Asus p5 mobo, and 8800gt, also xfi extreme. I am happy with my setup butwould go quad now 4 sure.