This is my first build and I was wondering if what I was choosing was compatible with eachother.
Also, I was thinking of doing it myself, but I have no idea how to put it together. So I was going to just order from ibuypower.com and was wondering if they do an ok job and not slap things together regardless of if it would work once I get it.
Here's what I chose for a system I will use mostly for newer gaming (EVE, GTA4, and newer MMOs as they come out this summer) and a system that I can upgrade as time goes on (5 years or so):
As far as I know, they will work. As sick as that GTX260 deal is, I'd look into getting an ATI card for crossfire purposes. You could crossfire these, or get this. The 4770s would perform better, the 4870 slightly worse. Of course, getting the 4770s would leave your board full anyways. eh.
Long story short, I've just giving you other options. The 4770s would perform amazingly, and the 4870 would leave you upgrade room. The GTX260 is a beast of a card as well, though and that's a good deal. If you have the little extra money, I'd get the 4770s, if you have an interest in Clear Sky, get the 4870. Otherwise, up to you.
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Not too sure if I'll crossfire them yet. I'm gonna be in 7th heaven with the GTX260 as it as as I am currently running a 128MB 5200! Can anyone else tell me if it looks good or if they have heard nothing but good stories for ibuypower?
There are a few other cases I could recommend as well. The Thermaltake is good, if you must have it.
The 620HX is a nice one, but a bit light for future crossfire.... How about this?
Antec 1200 case and 850W PSU
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Comb [...] mbo.193730 That gives you a truly top of the line case and a very nice PSU... maybe a bit more power than you need, but that's just longevity.
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