Motherboard and Power Sup for this configuration Help!

[babaman]

Hello everybody,

I'm buying my new PC. I've chosen all the system, except the motherboard and the power supply. I need help on this.

CPU: i7-3930k
RAM: G.SKILL Ripjaws DDR3 2133 (PC3 17000): Total 16 Gb
SSD: Intel 520 240 Gb
GPU: 2 x XFX HD 7970 Black Edition DD

I'm having a hard time trying to find a decent MB and power supply for this configuration.

Approximate Purchase Date: Next week

Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Newegg

Country: USA

Overclocking: Definitely yes

SLI or Crossfire: Yes

Monitor Resolution: Full HD

If you guys suggest any change in the configuration above, be my guest!

Thanks!

 

[tinmann]

Well none of the new X79 boards are inexpensive but the GIGABYTE GA-X79-UD3 looks reasonable
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128532

I personally would go for the ASUS Rampage IV Formula if budget permitted
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131808

With at least a 750 wattt power supply. I have used the SeaSonic X750 Gold and have nothing but good things to say about this unit. There are cheaper but none better in my opinion.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151087

And if you don't mind semi-modular and are on a budget then the XFX PRO750W XXX Edition is a good deal
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207016

 

[Proximon]

"on a budget" and CF 7970 don't exactly go together

Non-overclocked 7970s in CF will pull 400W by themselves, peak, WHILE GAMING. Max draw would be over 500W.
http://forums.atomicmpc.com.au/index.php?showtopic=264

That's not as bad as some, but because the average system draw is going to exceed 400W while gaming I would think something that can deliver 67 amps or more on the 12V rail would be best.

Corsair AX850
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139015

Seasonic Platinum X-860
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151111

 

[babaman]

Proximon: You are right. It's not worth saving some bucks here. The Seasonic seems nice...

tinmann: What about the Asus Rampage IV Extreme? Too much?

Thanks guys!