Last Minute Upgrade question

[Techie22]

Whats a better deal here?

Current Hardware
p4 530j
corsair ddr400 2x1 GB xms
abit ag8 mobo
sapphire x800pro

Last minute question...

to maximize money/performance

1)Get a:
-4800+ ($355)
-keep the same ram ($0)
-get a new 939 mobo for around $125
-Get a 7900GT ($250)
Total cost: about $730

2)Get a:
-e6300 ($200 most places)
-Abit ab9 ($148)
-OCZ DDR2 800 ($159.50)
-Same 7900GT ($250)
Total cost: about $760

3)Get a:
-e6600 ($340 zipzoomfly)
-Abit Ab9 ($148)
-OCZ DDR2 800 ($159.50)
Total Cost: about $650

I will be playing Oblivion, video editing + encoding, and making DVDs/CDs

 

[Gary_Busey]

I vote for option 1.

 

[dt]

how long are you going to wait is the real question?

if you are buying right now get the amd setup

if you are not then that core 2 duo cheap setup would be great.

 

[Techie22]

how long are you going to wait is the real question?

if you are buying right now get the amd setup

if you are not then that core 2 duo cheap setup would be great.

I can wait a few weeks. I just wondering what is the best way to minimize spending, and maximize performance. Seems like at $355 that 4800+ is a steal...

 

[Techie22]

If I went with option 3 and got a 6600, would I be able to crank up a lot of settings on Oblivion with my current graphics card (x800 pro with 12 pipes)?

 

[RichPLS]

Option 2 definately
-e6300 ($200 most places)
-Abit ab9 ($148)
-OCZ DDR2 800 ($159.50)
-Same 7900GT ($250)
Total cost: about $760

ZZF has that processor in stock for $219, so if you order it soon before it sells out, you should have it within a week.
http://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/ProductDetail.jsp?ProductCode=80858