I'm about to build my first high end desktop, and the specs are as follows:
Processor: Need help deciding between Ivy 3770k, and SB-E 3820.
Cpu cooler: Cooler master Gemini s524(already purchased).
This is the biggest cooler that will fit in my case. It only has 5mm of clearance.
Graphics: Nvidia kepler or AMD 7970?
Sli/Crossfire: Yes, but not within a year.
Ram: Gskill Sniper 4x4gb 1600mhz ram kit(already purchased)
Case: Aerocool Qx-2000(already purchased)
Psu: Old Diablotek 650 watt(soon to get Corsair HX-850)
Motherboard: Either Asus Maximus Gene-z with the Z77 chipset for Ivy, or http://www.asus.com/Motherboards/Intel_Socket_2011/Rampage_IV_GENE/ for SB-E.
Monitor: 1080p
Parts not required: Keyboard, Mouse, HDD, Disk Drive, or fans.
Processor: I am really having a hard time deciding which one to get. The only reason why I am even considering Lga 2011 at all, is because I will be able to simply drop-in an Ivy Bridge Lga 2011 six/eight core processor in the future. Is it worth it?
Gpu: I am a bit of a Nvidia fanboy from my previous experiences with laptops. HOWEVER, I have no problem with getting a 7950 or a 7970 because I hear that AMD is not so bad in the desktop sector. I am waiting for Nvidia's word on Keplar though...
Other Thoughts: I plan on buying sometime within the next three months. Money is no obstacle for the most part.
Processor: Need help deciding between Ivy 3770k, and SB-E 3820.
Cpu cooler: Cooler master Gemini s524(already purchased).
This is the biggest cooler that will fit in my case. It only has 5mm of clearance.
Graphics: Nvidia kepler or AMD 7970?
Sli/Crossfire: Yes, but not within a year.
Ram: Gskill Sniper 4x4gb 1600mhz ram kit(already purchased)
Case: Aerocool Qx-2000(already purchased)
Psu: Old Diablotek 650 watt(soon to get Corsair HX-850)
Motherboard: Either Asus Maximus Gene-z with the Z77 chipset for Ivy, or http://www.asus.com/Motherboards/Intel_Socket_2011/Rampage_IV_GENE/ for SB-E.
Monitor: 1080p
Parts not required: Keyboard, Mouse, HDD, Disk Drive, or fans.
Processor: I am really having a hard time deciding which one to get. The only reason why I am even considering Lga 2011 at all, is because I will be able to simply drop-in an Ivy Bridge Lga 2011 six/eight core processor in the future. Is it worth it?
Gpu: I am a bit of a Nvidia fanboy from my previous experiences with laptops. HOWEVER, I have no problem with getting a 7950 or a 7970 because I hear that AMD is not so bad in the desktop sector. I am waiting for Nvidia's word on Keplar though...
Other Thoughts: I plan on buying sometime within the next three months. Money is no obstacle for the most part.