Crossfire-Capable AMD Build

purebedlam

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Well I changed quite a few things from what I posted in my last thread and this is what I have in mind now:

GPU + CPU - $433
PSU + MOBO - $270
RAM - $95
HDD - $55
DVD - $25
OS + Case - $180

Total: ~$1058

...and because I want to utilize my new hardware:
DX11 Game - $28 :D

I changed the components around at least a dozen times before ending up with this. I also went a bit over my budget, but... :whistle:

Anything you guys would do differently for a crossfire-capable AMD build?

 

asteldian

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The case and PSU is a nice combo, but I would rather have a 750W PSU for XFire so would stick with the original plan in OP build.

The only possible change would be getting lower latency RAM. I think for $10 you can get CL7 RAM from G SKill
 

Timop

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The X-650 is a wonderful PSU though, a bit better than the HX750. It can deliver more than its rated power with ease.
Besides, with a 955 + dual 5850s, 650W gives you a decent amount of head room already.