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08-29-2006, 07:21 PM
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Gaming/Video Editing/Misc. Machine
Hey Guys,
After asking in a previous thread and doing abit of my own research, I finally compiled a list of parts for my new system. This system is designed for gaming with full detail on as well as video editing, 3d modelling, image editing and the general stuff (surfing the web etc.). My budget is $5000 but I don't mind going over if its worth it. The only thing I haven't decided on is the motherboard. Basically I am searching for one that supports socket 775 Intel Conroe chips and Crossfire for ATi GPUs. Also since I am planning to constantly upgrade this machine, I would like it to have as many expansion slots as possible. So far here are my specs: NOTE: Prices are in Australian dollars CPU = Intel Core 2 Duo X6800 [~$1600] MOBO = ~$400 GPU = 2 x ATi Radeon X1950XTX Crossfire [~$1200] Sound Card = Creative X-FI Platinum [$299] RAM = 4GB D2 6400 Corsair Twinx [$359] http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145590 PSU = Thermal Take ToughPower 750W [$229] Case = Thermaltake Armor VA8000SWA Silver Aluminum ATX Full Tower [$299] http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811133155 HDD = [160GB SATA II HDD in old pc] [$0] ~Total = $4745 Please tell me if anything is bottlenecking the system and if there are any improvements that can be made. If I just had 2GB of RAM would that bottleneck the system? Cheers, Maqqie |
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08-29-2006, 07:38 PM
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I don't have any answers to your questions, I just wanted to know why you need another gaming rig when you already have a $9,000 gaming rig that you mentioned in this thread?
And since you already had that other thread going (about building a new computer), why'd you start a new one?  Cricket
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08-29-2006, 07:44 PM
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Your ram wont bottleneck anything. Good luck, AMAZING system.
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In regards to getting a 2nd gaming rig, its mostly: 1) I regret not waiting for the new Conroes :/ and getting an AMD FX-62 instead... 2) I want to build this system myself so I can constantly update it, since I will know the system right through (unlike the $9000 rig which was built by the store and is already having problems... and because I didn't build it, I have to bring it back to their technicians). 3) Learn about building pcs and trouble shooting them as well as overclocking 4) My folks are very generous Quote:
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08-29-2006, 09:15 PM
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I call dibs on poolhouse!! --- Just messin with ya man. If you have any questions feel free. |
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08-30-2006, 05:59 AM
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lol.
Mr.Ferrari I wanted to ask you, do you know if that motherboard you suggested supports dongleless Crossfire that is coming with the new X1950XTXs? I remmber reading something about motherboards that will support this feature. I am prepared to wait till they come out. Also, does Lian Li sell cases with side windows? I might hop over to the website to have a look. What are the benefits to taking a Lian Li case over a Thermaltake case? Cheers, Maqqie Last edited by Maqqie; 08-30-2006 at 06:11 AM. |
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08-30-2006, 06:05 AM
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Pick whichever case suits your fancy. Its really hard to tell because what I like might not be something you like. Coolermaster Stacker cases are huge and awesome for space. Lian li does sell some of its cases with side window.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...ice=&maxPrice= And www.silverpcs.com sells parts and acessories such as windows for those cases. Im not sure if you can get it in aussie though. For bling thermaltake does its job very nicely. Coolermaster stacker is also very well built and I believe also had the option of side window. Just pick one that wont make you think twice evertime you look at the case. On the X1950XTX I dont have much info on this. Its still pre-release...But I think that you'll need Ati RD600 chipsets for dongle-less crossfire? Im not sure if it will be adaptible on current chipsets though. |
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08-30-2006, 06:21 AM
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hmmm.. I guess I might wait on the motherbaord then.
I am looking for a full tower case. I noticed that all the Lian Li cases with side windows are mid towers. I also already own the CM Stacker so I am sorta looking for something different. Much thnx for the info. Cheers, Maqqie |
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08-30-2006, 06:29 AM
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I have the Coolmaster Stacker case with the optional side windows and I also bought the airflow flan that blows cool air on the motherboard. The case is worth every penny and then some, plenty room to work in and the air flow is great for keeping the temperatures down. The only thing I would advise is not to get it if going to lan parties for it's a beast and would be a pain to lug around.
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08-30-2006, 06:32 AM
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And how come I was never told about an optional side window?!? damn those computer sales men!
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