1GB or 2GB for this system?

[SideWind3r]

I'm getting:

Core 2 Duo E6300
Gigabyte DS3
XFX 7900GS 256MB (DDR3)

Now, I'm going to be overclocking this machine. I was originally going to get the Geil 1GB(2x512) DDR2 PC2-6400 "ultra low frequency" stuff but I've been told I should get 2GB. Problem is, the 2GB stuff is £80 more. Is it really worth it? Would it increase my perfomance much more? I'm quite reluctant to get it cause of the amount of money the machine is already gonna cost.

 

[The_Hanz]

Yes, it is worth it.

 

[qwertycopter]

2GB absolutely recommended for a gaming machine. I would only recommend 1GB if the budget was really low. If you need to fit that extra £80 somewhere, tell us the rest of your parts and maybe we can suggest cheaper options.

 

[Guest]

Just in case I third it...

2gb = standard for performing rigs. Vista should be smooth with 2 gig

 

[SideWind3r]

Right. OK, thanks.

 

[TkdRO]

should be??!?!?

I really hope so..lol...im still using 1gb, waiting for the prices to go down after christmas.

Best time to buy electronics. q1 every year.

 

[Guest]

Ok make that will be then... =) improper wording 8)

Kinda meant that 1gb might not be so 2gb should be.
Blah whatever :lol:

 

[Mondoman]

Those 3 parts won't do much on their own.
What are the model numbers of the other components are you getting? PS, case, CPU cooler, etc?