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.
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.