Any criticism for this build?

[zeegrim]

The time has come for me to replace my 5-year old computer. This is what I have decided on so far, by browsing this forum and Newegg.

This is what I've come up with so far: http://secure.newegg.com/WishList/PublicWishDetail.aspx?WishListNumber=6194474&WishListTitle=New.

The budget for the new build is around $1000. The resolution that I'll be playing games at most will (hopefully) be 1680x1050.

I'm not planning to use 2 video cards at once. I'm planning to OC the q6600 to 3.2-3.4Ghz.

Considering these expectations, is there anything you would recommend changing from the list?

Thank you thank you thank you!

Edit: Sorry Dagger, changed the link, hopefully it will work now.

 

[dagger]

It's not a public wishlist, we can't see it. Unless you give us your username and password...

 

[pcgamer12]

You should get the retention bracket for the Xigmatek, the stock mounting isn't as good and the retention bracket will make it easier to install and supports the cooler better. Also, the Antec 300 is much cheaper than the Antec 900 allowing you more budget to say a 4870.

 

[WR2]

Change the number of power supplies in your wishlist from 2 to one and I think you're good to go.

You may want to get the XIGMATEK retention bracket $7 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835233020
It lets you avoid using the push-pin system of mounting the heat sink and so allows for a tighter and easier installation as long as you already have the motherboard out of the case.

 

[pcgamer12]

You can save about $17 bucks are so if you stick with the 4850 and by going with one of these brands Gigabyte and Sapphire. Alot of companies are offering lower prices then the one you picked. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814125224

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102747

 

[WR2]

Also I'd like to see you change out your PSU from that OCZ unit to a Corsair 650TX $90 after rebate: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139005

 

[pcgamer12]

Also, don't get 2 WD6400AAKS for RAID. Just one is very fast, at 92-93MB/sec read/write. Mines a 64MB/sec WD1600AAJS and it's very fast to me. RAID introduces more headaches, but at least you have a P45 which should make it less annoying than on Nvidia chipsets.

 

[skywalker9952]

Looks good, sounds like you know what you are doing when it comes to picking your parts. Not sure why you picked the 4850 you did. If you want a free remote then ok, otherwise I would go with the cheaper Gigabyte 4850 or the cheaper powercooler.

 

[skywalker9952]

I think your PSU is fine. you can read a quick review on here (if you haven't already):
http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/451/10
Looks to be a steal @ $60 after rebate and should serve you well.

Umm raid 0 FTW?

 

[dirtmountain]

I'd agree on all the above posts. The OCZ is a good unit, but for +$10 the Corsair 550w would be a better choice and the Corsair 650w would be an excellent choice and would make it easy to upgrade to a 4870x2 or better in the future. 1 HD WD 640 is plenty imo

 

[zeegrim]

Skywalker is right, I picked that specific brand for the graphics card because of the remote
I changed the memory to DDR 800 instead of 1000, and changed the Power supply to the recommended Corsair.
I chose the Antec 900 case over the 300 case because after mail in rebate, the difference is only $10.
Thanks for the comments so far guys.

 

[zeegrim]

I keep checking the list and on my end I've only put one Hard drive, do you guys see two of them or why the Raid comments? *scratches head*

 

[rockyjohn]

I chose the Antec 900 case over the 300 case because after mail in rebate, the difference is only $10.

After rebate and shipping, the difference ins only $6 - but it is the Nine Hundred case that is the lower cost - not bad - a case that costs almost twice as much at regular price has the lowest sale price AR and shipping is considered.

 

[WR2]

Still showing two ATM. It sometimes takes a while to update / become visible online.

 

[WR2]

I think your PSU is fine. you can read a quick review on here (if you haven't already):
http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/451/10
Looks to be a steal @ $60 after rebate and should serve you well.

I did miss seeing the instant discount and rebate lowering the price. Makes it look a lot more attractive. That would be the better value and it would be enough power even for 2x 4850 in Crossfire. As would the Corsair 550VX.

 

[zeegrim]

Thanks for the screenshot, WR2 :-D

One last question before putting in the order. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145194 Thumbs up or thumbs down?

Thanks for all the replies again