Need advice for my first build

benchaz

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Hey guys. I am finalizing my build, and i want to know if i can improve it in any way. Heres the specs:

Intel C2D quad q6600

gigabyte ga-p35-ds3p

ocz ocz2g8002gk (1gx2 ddr2-800 5-5-5 timings)

galaxy 8800 gts 320mb

western digital 320 gb

pioneer dvr212

case+psu+hsf

I will be overclocking this a little
First, is it worth it to get ram with lower latency?
And also, is there any place where i can improve?

btw the case psu and hsf is to be decided, because i live in china where there are no fry's or bestbuy, only local shops.(which dont sell everything US sells), so ill see what they have in stock over there.
 

cole92

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The build looks good except to improve upon it I would go for a better graphics card manufacturer. I'm not sure on the quality of Galaxy but Evga or BFG could have better warranty's and better fans.

As for the lower latency ram, the better timings will make an unnoticeable difference so it is not necessary for you to buy better stuff.

Also make sure you buy at least a 500w power supply from a decent manufacturer such as Ultra or Antec and make sure it has at least 30 amps on the 12v rail.

But otherwise everything looks good :)