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rav3n   10-11-2009 at 12:48:34 PM

Well im building a new gaming rig(max budget of 1 grand) but i've been a bit out of touch with whats performing well, so im counting on you guys out there to help me. I only need a mobo(preferably with crossfire), cpu, ram, and maybe a graphics card( i already have to 4870's). The i7's are still abit to expensive for me but i would still like to have quad core, so I was thinking of a core 2 quad or an i5. I was also thinking of using G.Skill ripjaws for the ram. What are you guys's suggestions. All input is appreciated.

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zipzoomflyhigh   10-11-2009 at 12:55:41 PM

You dont want a C2Q, its a non upgradeable platform. I mean if you plan on keeping it for 3 years or so and not upgrading it, then its a decent option.
I also would stay away from s1156 motherboards until the capacitor blowing issue is resolved.

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rav3n   10-11-2009 at 01:06:48 PM

Oops i totally forgot about the capacitor issue. So i guess i should consider stepping up to the core i7 920 as i dont want to go with amd.

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zipzoomflyhigh   10-12-2009 at 10:04:05 PM

Or wait for the issue to be addressed. I'm sure THG is pressing the issue, for now it seems kinda hush, hush.

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