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XenOmega
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skyR
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Myrmidon
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djcube
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I understand if I change my mobo that was running an OEM version of Windows 7, I'd have to get a new copy, essentially a new cd-key, of Windows 7 if I swap out for a new mobo entirely. Does anyone have any experience with just upgrading the CPU, but keeping the same mobo and how that works? | ||
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skyR
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XaI)CyRiC
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Core i5 2500K LGA 1155 Boxed Processor ($179.99) P8P67 Pro-R3 LGA 1155 ATX Intel Motherboard ($149.99) MEM 4Gx2|GSKILL F3-12800CL9D-8GBRL ($149.98) I'm now trying to get a graphics card, and that same friend has suggested that I get the Sapphire Radeon HD 5850 for $$149.00. He also said that I should get two for SLI if I have the budget for it. What do you guys think? Should I double up or just stick to one? I'd like this computer to last for around 4 years for gaming if possible. | ||
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XenOmega
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MSI H61M-P21 (B3) H61 is the mobo That said, how good is that integrated GPU? Enough to run sc2? And powerwise, is the integrated AMD 4290 (on my other desktop) better than the integrated graphic on the new SB core? | ||
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djcube
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On April 30 2011 02:42 skyR wrote: Windows will ask you to re-activate online or ask you to call to call a number to get an activation code. Yes, the OEM version is meant for only one computer but you can just call Microsoft to reactivate again on a completely new computer (they won't say no). I can call them to reactivate on a completely new mobo, or is that only for same mobo but new cpu? I find it strange that they'll just reactivate if you're swapping in a different mobo. | ||
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skyR
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The 5850 is a good choice. Stick to one graphics card unless you are playing at a resolution higher than 1920x1200. It's always better to upgrade to a better next-genereation graphics card than to get another graphics card for CrossfireX. The RAM you have there is severely overpriced. A 2x4GB kit should be no higher than ~$80. If you are purchasing RAM higher than $100 than you better have a flagship CPU and GPU or a good reason to (gaming is not a good reason as there is a very minor performance difference between various timings and frequencies). @XenOmega Yes, you can make use of the integrated graphics. It's not very good if you are planning on playing at high resolutions. The integraated graphics card on the Intel should be slightly better thana the one found on your motherboard but don't expect enormous differences unless you are getting a core i5 2500k (K variants have HD3000 as opposed to the standard CPUs that come with HD2000). @djcube You can call them to reactivate on an entirely new computer (all new hardware). | ||
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XenOmega
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I dont know my friend's resolution, but it certainly isnt 1080. I believe he got his monitor 3-4 years ago. Its 20 inches, or less ty again! | ||
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XaI)CyRiC
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miL.
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+ Show Spoiler + CPU: i5-2500k - $219.99 MOBO: Gigabyte GA-P67A-UD3-B3 - $134.99 RAM: Mushkin PC3-10666 8GB - $89.99 HDD: WD 500GB Black - $54.99 PSU: Corsair CX500 - $59.99 Case: Antec 300 - $69.99 GPU: Sapphire 6950 - $259.99 OS: Windows 7 64 bit I know that the PSU/Case is pretty over priced, but ordering online from ncix or newegg is not an option. Thanks in advance. | ||
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Myrmidon
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The system looks good, except there's no aftermarket CPU cooler? With a i5-2500k and P67 motherboard, I assume the CPU is getting overclocked. Also, it kind of seems a shame to use a CX series on a build with a relatively high-end GPU like a HD 6950 and with some non-trivial CPU overclocking. It's not a bad unit, and the build's not going to go over 300W in a game, but maybe there is a better option for not that much extra money? What other models are available? The rest of the build is fairly high end except for the lack of SSD, so it seems like money is not that tight. | ||
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XaI)CyRiC
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On April 30 2011 03:02 XaI)CyRiC wrote: I'm trying build a new PC as my current one is pretty outdated. Per one of my friends' suggestions, I've currently purchased the following pieces: Core i5 2500K LGA 1155 Boxed Processor ($179.99) P8P67 Pro-R3 LGA 1155 ATX Intel Motherboard ($149.99) MEM 4Gx2|GSKILL F3-12800CL9D-8GBRL ($149.98) I'm now trying to get a graphics card, and that same friend has suggested that I get the Sapphire Radeon HD 5850 for $$149.00. He also said that I should get two for SLI if I have the budget for it. What do you guys think? Should I double up or just stick to one? I'd like this computer to last for around 4 years for gaming if possible. Decided to go with a single Sapphire Radeon HD 5850. Any recommendations for power supply and HD? I'm tempted to go SSD, but not sure if it's worth the additional cost. | ||
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skyR
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XFX Core Edition 450w @ $55 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207012 Samsung Spinpoint F3 1TB @ $65 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152185 Whether a SSD is worth the cost is up to you. It would be worth it imo if you shut down / restart computer often and play games that have a lot of loading (WoW and Portal 2 come to mind, possibly Diablo 3 as well). If the computer is primarily for Starcraft, no it would not be worth it since loading is pretty fast as it is after you play your first game and you are going to have to wait for your opponents to load anyways. | ||
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Myrmidon
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http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371031 That has enough power to run two HD 5850s easily, though you'd need to use included molex adapters to do so. Another good value is a Corsair CX430 for $45 (before $20 MIR): http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139017 If no MIR wanted...you can go as low as the Antec Earthwatts Green 380D for $40, which can realistically put out about as much power as the CX430. It might just be worth getting the Neo Eco 620C though. | ||
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djcube
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miL.
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I was under the impression that the H67 boards were aimed towards non-dedicated GPU setups, hence the choice of a P67 board. I remember looking at some kind of website about the differences in boards but I've seemed to lose the link. As far as the power supply goes, anything from Memory Express would work. The main choice is either between Antec or Corsair. | ||
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JingleHell
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On April 30 2011 07:22 djcube wrote: What kind of price drops can we expect, if any, of any current CPUs when the AMD Bulldozer series releases? Depends on Bulldozer performance and pricing way too much to answer. If they outperform Sandy Bridge, then intel might be forced to drop prices a bit, if the pricing is competitive. If they outperform in some ways but not others, likely little to none, but again depending on pricing, and if they don't outperform at all, no drop whatsoever, guaranteed. | ||
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