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Enigma346
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13. November 2009 @ 09:23 |
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Ok, so I am fairly new to the technology that is out now. I am looking for a great build not to cost more then $1000.00-$1500.00. Does anyone have suggestions on what the build may be? I am an avid gamer and love the newer games that are out and coming out. So I would really love to be able to run these. Also that money includes a new monitor as well. I am looking for a 22-24 inch screen with awesome display. One more thing I would like to add is I want the computer to be very well put together (part wise) to be able to run future games for a while. Anyone have any suggestions on the build and the monitor? I know there are tons of vets here and I would really love everyons opinions.
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14. November 2009 @ 06:02 |
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Enigma346
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14. November 2009 @ 09:22 |
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I am liking the reviews on all the products. I appreciate the build but there is one question. The case you suggested, doesn't look like it would keep cool all that well. What made you pick the case? Also with a $1446.00 price tag on that computer I am wondering if there is a cheaper build with quality parts that still might run about the same. Also, what would the next video card down you might suggest be? I am not saying the parts are not worth it in any matter. I am just wondering about the video card. I plan on ordering everything Sunday and building it as soon as it gets here. So I am going to need parts that will be in stock. Which so far, looks like the video card is the only thing that usually isn't.
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14. November 2009 @ 09:51 |
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I mainly picked the case because it is cheap & well made. This realy isn't a high-end system, and I don't think that it would make enough heat to necesitate a case full of fans. Between the stock 120 in the rear and the extra 120 up front, it should cool just fine.
The hard drive is a 1.5TB...you could easily save money by getting a smaller one. The CPU cooler is only needed if you want to overclock.
The next step down in the video department will actualy cost $100 more than this card, it is the nVidia GTX 295. The next step down from there is the GTX 285 (starts at $370). The next step down is the 4850 at $300, but almost as hard to find as the 5870.
The old 4890 is still a nice card, and will play all games, just not at the super-high resolutions. You can get them for just $180. This might be a good route, as it will last you at least until you can get a 5870 or better for $220 or less. Here is a good, yet cheap one: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814161299
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Enigma346
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15. November 2009 @ 14:26 |
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You were right about the graphics card. I ordered everything else. Just waiting for SOMEONE to come instock with the card. Let me know if you find a page that has it? I will keep checking this post.
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15. November 2009 @ 23:45 |
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If you are waiting for a card to come into stock, you might be waiting for a while...the last round of cards moslty went to people who had pre-ordered, or to those who were willing to pay $500 or more...only a few lucky people were able to get them for $400 with pre-ordering. This will probably get worse as we get closer to the holidays.
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gera229
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16. November 2009 @ 00:55 |
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you can aswell buy an XFX hd 5870. They are highly reliable. Either sapphire, XFX, or Gigabyte. Those are my highest reliable experience.
I prefer XFX I have dealed with it for a long time. No problems. Almost never comes DOA.
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Xplorer4
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16. November 2009 @ 01:45 |
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Originally posted by gera229:
you can aswell buy an XFX hd 5870. They are highly reliable. Either sapphire, XFX, or Gigabyte. Those are my highest reliable experience.
I prefer XFX I have dealed with it for a long time. No problems. Almost never comes DOA.
You do realize how hard it is to get a 5870 right now dont you?
I agree on getting a 295 considering the availability of the 5870 right now. Although the 4890s are pretty nice as well as I use one right now.
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gera229
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16. November 2009 @ 02:45 |
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Yes I do that's why I listed multiple manufacturers.
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Xplorer4
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16. November 2009 @ 09:53 |
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Thats not the point, the 5870, regardless of brand is very hard to get right now!
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLis...on=5870&x=0&y=0
Newegg doesnt even have those brands listed atm and of the 3 brands/4 cards listed every single one is sold out.
Tigerdirects site doesnt work atm.
Amazons sold out.
Tried froogle and checked about 5-6 retailers on there and guess what...sold out.
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17. November 2009 @ 01:56 |
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I checked price watch, and even called around to all the local stores that I though might have them...no luck. I guess I'll have to spend my money on that new muffler instead...it would have been waisted on a Phenom I anyway.
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