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Old 05-26-2012, 11:42 PM   #1
next-apex
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New Build

Hey, this new build will find its home next to the big screen in the living room. Not required to be excessively powerful but fancy looking and quality components are a must!....

This is my list so far, any thoughts & opinions welcome.

Case - Lian Li PC-A04
Not sure if i want to go for a full HTPC case. I really like the look of this one.

MoBo - Asus P8Z68-M Pro m-ATX

CPU - Intel Core i5-2500k 3.3GHz Quad Core Processor

CPU Cooler - Corsair Cooling Hydro Series H40

RAM - Corsair 2x2GB(XMS3) 1600MHz

PSU - Corsair 650W "Corsair" HX-650 ATX Power Supply, 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified, Modular Cabling.

SSD - OCZ Vertex 3 120GB

HDD - WD Caviar Blue 1TB

Sound Card - Creative X-Fi Xtreme Audio PCIe

ODD - LG SATA Blu-ray Combo Drive

Fans & Lighting - Blue 120mm LED fans x3 & Blue internal NEON light

All that will cost me about $1300. Would it be worth while to spend more for an "Ivy Bridge" system?

Feedback very welcome!

Thanks
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