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My new cheap ass computer build
Natheria:
I think Ive pretty much given up at this point on hoping they'll be using the same socket when I'm in the market for a new CPU or mobo again. It was more of a bonus in my mind anyway as i was looking at a Core2 before hand.
@Excale I've already changed most of my earlier parts (from the parts you quoted it sounds as if you are referring to my original post).
I was thinking about that exact same CPU before i saw the new Lynnfields. Certainly a good chip for the price. However, the parts I'm looking at now are only like 10-15 dollars more (that's including the mail in rebate on the mobo you quoted, before that they're the same price) for alot more computer. Also, The memory you linked really isn't all that great for the price (i would also never build anything without 4GB of RAM at least). I prefer This 4GB G.Skill kit for a Core2 build myself.
Edit: I just noticed they lowered the price of the I5 by about 10 bucks.
Tatsujin:
--- Quote from: Natheria on September 15, 2009, 12:41:09 AM ---
--- Quote from: Tatsujin on September 14, 2009, 03:07:29 PM ---college is more important.
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LOL, I'd never blow all my money on a new computer, least not any more i couldn't get by without. ;D
BTW, Thanks for all those links Kureshii. Right now I'm looking at these parts.
CPU+RAM
Mobo
Case+PSU
I'm wondering why those sticks of 1333 OCZ were 8 dollars more on their own (originally 11 dollars more) than the 1600 G.Skill. Is OCZ RAM really worth that much (one of the two things i hate about new hardware, little to no reviews)? This is the one thing I'm still hung up on.
Edit: NVM, i wen't back over the specs and the G.Skill has a lower voltage and slightly higher Tras latency. I was wondering why a stick of 1600 was lower priced than a 1333 with the same timings. :D The G.Skill is still better though, and for only 2 dollars extra with the combo. It may not make a lick of difference but damnit, it's a good enough excuse for me.
I'm looking at the other GIGABYTE Mobo i was thinking of earlier, but with the same G.Skill memory it's $20 extra for just a few more ports i really don't need. ::)
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Gigabyte Mobo +1. G.Skill Memory isn't just good, it's stable and efficient unlike some memory I've dealt with. I can't comment on Corsair since I am a Corsair person but haven't bought any DDR2/3 or experienced with them. The ones before G.Skill were OCZ Raptors and they are good, not that great tho'.
Natheria:
So i ordered the parts Monday night. I settled on...
Case: NZXT TEMPEST
CPU: i5 Lynnfield
mobo: ASUS P7P55D
RAM: G.Skill Ripjaws 1600
PSU: Corsair 650TX
Total: (after shipping+MIRs) $582 ;D
Yes, I splurged on the power supply and the mobo. :D
kureshii:
Corsair TX series, overpriced but it's a solid PSU :)
(and not overpriced by much anyway)
Tatsujin:
--- Quote from: Natheria on September 23, 2009, 01:59:49 PM ---So i ordered the parts Monday night. I settled on...
Case: NZXT TEMPEST
CPU: i5 Lynnfield
mobo: ASUS P7P55D
RAM: G.Skill Ripjaws 1600
PSU: Corsair 650TX
Total: (after shipping+MIRs) $582 ;D
Yes, I splurged on the power supply and the mobo. :D
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Just noticed the old RAM that you had for your old computer. Mine are similar to yours, tho' yours seem to be better:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231122
I use 4 of those. I bought them @ 42 dollars back then.
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