That's $638 for the Ram, CPU, and GPU, I think it's a fair amount of performance considering a 4Ghz Overclock for that price? I could change the RAM if someone has a better performance suggestion.
I read all of the reviews on both of those boards, and there was some skepticism about whether or not they were capable on a consistent basis of going over 4Ghz.
I am just very limited in MoBo knowledge. All that I can go by is other people's Reviews.
If needed I can spend up to $250 or $300 on the MoBo, I just need something that I CAN go over 4Ghz with stability.
* I updated my post to reflect an awesome deal with the Thermaltake Armor case accompanied by a Toughpower 750W P/S.
New total cost for system after rebates is only $858 w/o a MoBo. Almost feel like I HAVE to spend more since I set out to spend $2000, but oh well!
lol, There's always added expenses you don't think about, great headset, gaming mouse/keyboard extra fans/lights etc. Take a look at the overclocker reviews on the Biostar P45 boards.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6813138118
lol, There's always added expenses you don't think about, great headset, gaming mouse/keyboard extra fans/lights etc. Take a look at the overclocker reviews on the Biostar P45 boards.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6813138118
Much respect dirtmountain, I read a lot of your posts
I currently have a gaming setup that's a bit out of date, so I am going to use my peripherals from that, such as the LCD monitor, Z5500 speakers, headset, printer, razer mouse and keyboard, etc.
When I mention the price, I don't include the watercooling setup I am going with... Which is probably going to be on the order of $400 or $500 (I have 2 setups in mind ATM), since I actually plan on recycling the WCing to the next PC I get.
I just wanted to upgrade to something that can handle today's games that will carry me for a few years on a firm overclock. Most of my problem with my current system was that I haven't had enough time to use it. First year I was on it constantly, but I have succumbed to the life of a workaholic and want to make sure I am back in it before I drop the dough on the latest and greatest.
I am personally a little wary of BIOSTAR boards simply due to personal issues I and a friend have had before...
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