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xterm

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Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

I'm tempted to add an SSD and go a bit over budget, what do you guys think ?

vic

Member

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

Go for the SSD:

Rock, Paper, Shotgun: If You Buy One PC Upgrade This Year, Make It An SSD

xterm

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Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

Alright guys, we're almost at a close. Although it's updated in the main topic, here it is for reference:

Final (Still tentative)

Processor : 3.4 GHz - i7-2600K    8M/LGA1155    $338.00
Cooler : Thermaltake CLP0574 Jing for LGA1366, LGA1156/5, LGA775, AMD AM3/AM2 CPU Cooler $67
Motherboard : Intel DP67BG $188.00
Memory : Patriot PX538G2000ELK Viper Xtreme Dual Channel DDR3 8GB (2 x 4GB) PC3-16000 (2000MHz) $187.00
Graphics: Asus ENGTX580/2DIS/1536MD5 GeForce GTX 580 1.5GB DDR5 Dual    $589.00
Sound : N/A. Using on-board sound. $0
Case : Cooler Master RC-942-KKN1 HAF-X Case Link    $221.00
PSU : Gigabyte Pro Odin 800W PSU  $207
Monitor : Samsung PX2370 Wide 23" LED    $257.00
Storage Primary : Intel X25-M SSDSA2CW160G3K5 2.5" 160GB SATA II MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) w/ 3.5" Adapter included    $339.00
Storage Secondary : 1TB WD1002FAEX 7200RPM S-ATAII 64MB Black Edition $80.00
Optical : Pioneer DVR-219L 20X DVDRW - Dual Layer SATA Black Label Flash  $29
UPS : MGE Eaton E-Series NV 1000H 1000VA UPS  w/ Power Management USB Port    $130.00

Total : 2632$

SolidPain

Member

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

edit: damn I'm slow today. SSD is becoming a must.

Last edited by SolidPain (May 11 2011)

vic

Member

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

I'd love a review [with pics!] of the monitor once you get it. Even newegg has it listed for $15 more than pcandparts...

xterm

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Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

I'd love a review [with pics!] of the monitor once you get it. Even newegg has it listed for $15 more than pcandparts...

I intend on logging/capturing/reporting everything!

jsaade

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Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

why would you develop and play video games on the same machine?

My personal opinion:

Development Machine:
Processor : i5 661
Motherboard : Intel DH55HC
Memory : 4-6GB DDR3

i5 661 has a built in GPU, not very fast for new games, but enough for dev. usage.
No need for graphics card, and you can spend the extra money on a nice SSD.

Budget for the above + PSU, Case, Screen, should not be more than 800$. (my current dev machine cost me 530$ and it is just 4GBDDR3).

Now spend the extra money on:
a PS3 @ 400$
an xbox 360 @ 350-400 max
a small laptop to browse the internet when you do not want to sit on a your new desktop.
all under 2.5k.

Last edited by ZeRaW (May 11 2011)

xterm

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Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

why would you develop and play video games on the same machine?

My personal opinion:

Development Machine:
Processor : i5 661
Motherboard : Intel DH55HC
Memory : 4-6GB DDR3

i5 661 has a built in GPU, not very fast for new games, but enough for dev. usage.
No need for graphics card, and you can spend the extra money on a nice SSD.

Budget for the above + PSU, Case, Screen, should not be more than 800$. (my current dev machine cost me 530$ and it is just 4GBDDR3).

Now spend the extra money on:
a PS3 @ 400$
an xbox 360 @ 350-400 max
a small laptop to browse the internet when you do not want to sit on a laptop.
all under 2.5k.

Well, apart from the fact that I already have the following: PS3, Xbox, Wii, iPad, HP DV8, LG X200. I'm lacking a powerful system that can handle insane graphics and perform just as well when it comes to virtualization and development.

proners

Member

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

well if you choose a beast desktop machine, you'll be stuck for a while with your heater err.. dv8 before you can get a macbook pro.. you can still change your mind..
but well if you have some time for gaming, go for the beast

ali.koubeissi

Member

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

Please bring your future system to our next meeting, I'd like to have a word with it.........

xterm

Moderator

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

Please bring your future system to our next meeting, I'd like to have a word with it.........

Anyone willing is more than welcome to help me install it when i get the parts.

xterm

Moderator

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

We've got a problem :(

The memory kit is out of stock. What to get, what to get?

MegaCool

Member

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

Alright guys, we're almost at a close. Although it's updated in the main topic, here it is for reference:

Final (Still tentative)

Processor : 3.4 GHz - i7-2600K    8M/LGA1155    $338.00
Cooler : Thermaltake CLP0574 Jing for LGA1366, LGA1156/5, LGA775, AMD AM3/AM2 CPU Cooler $67
Motherboard : Intel DP67BG $188.00
Memory : Patriot PX538G2000ELK Viper Xtreme Dual Channel DDR3 8GB (2 x 4GB) PC3-16000 (2000MHz) $187.00
Graphics: Asus ENGTX580/2DIS/1536MD5 GeForce GTX 580 1.5GB DDR5 Dual    $589.00
Sound : N/A. Using on-board sound. $0
Case : Cooler Master RC-942-KKN1 HAF-X Case Link    $221.00
PSU : Gigabyte Pro Odin 800W PSU  $207
Monitor : Samsung PX2370 Wide 23" LED    $257.00
Storage Primary : Intel X25-M SSDSA2CW160G3K5 2.5" 160GB SATA II MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) w/ 3.5" Adapter included    $339.00
Storage Secondary : 1TB WD1002FAEX 7200RPM S-ATAII 64MB Black Edition $80.00
Optical : Pioneer DVR-219L 20X DVDRW - Dual Layer SATA Black Label Flash  $29
UPS : MGE Eaton E-Series NV 1000H 1000VA UPS  w/ Power Management USB Port    $130.00

Total : 2632$

*want*

xterm

Moderator

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

Great, MegaCool gave his thumbs up as well.

Guys, I'm left with the following options.

1- kingston ddr3
2- Patriot Triple Channel

Need feedback!

MegaCool

Member

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

I'm not really a memory expert, but I can assure you my Kingston DDR3 rams are doing just great in my case, even when overclocked - nothing but optimal performance so far. I'm not sure about Patriot Triple Channel, so I'm not gonna blabber about it being crap or superior - maybe someone is using them can give his feedback. Good luck xterm - sweet rig indeed

Last edited by MegaCool (May 11 2011)

rolf

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Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

PS3 + Widescreen TV + Beer Fridge ≈ $2500

Samer99

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Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

PS3 + Widescreen TV + Beer Fridge ≈ $2500

You will start the PC vs PS3 war :)

ali.koubeissi

Member

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

To War!

xterm

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Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

PS3 + Widescreen TV + Beer Fridge ≈ $2500

Get a 6 pack, get in your car, drive to my place and you get the above.

mesa177

Member

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

This monster lives in our house too:

Sexiest case I've ever seen (it's a true beast), and I'm very fond of the 32'' fans:

Nice rig xterm, enjoy :)

J4D

Member

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

xterm

Moderator

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

Guys, unless someone says otherwise soon, I'll be going with Kingston ddr3

jsaade

Member

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

xterm tell me when you get the system i should pay you a visit and we ll stress test it (m :Dmm we can also test the ps3 and xbox too

Last edited by ZeRaW (May 11 2011)

rolf

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Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

Here is a little fantasy of mine... buy two SSD drives (fastest I can get) and set them up as RAID0 :-) I don't know if the bus can handle such speeds, though. If not that'd probably be a waste.
But since SSD seem to be so expensive, maybe this money is better spent on a bigger LCD (23" is not that big, really) for example. Or a sound system to go with it, or just spare it for any future technology that will be worth buying (like kinect, 3D headset, or something...).
Your graphic card also seems to be quite expensive. Maybe a couple of cheaper models set up in parallel would be better? It depends how much of a gamer you are in the end. Also make sure the cooling on that thing is not too noisy Another concern would be getting the most up-to-date board you can get so that you can do upgrades in the future. Kudos for getting a good case, I hope it's worth the money (it is a bit expensive for a case, but worth it if it's really well built and designed).
BTW I have a friend who specializes in getting and assembling high-end hardware. Also kind of off topic, but you can get the macbook air for maybe around $1800. It's very light. It's not very powerful but the SSD drive means apps launch real fast. Sorry for being off topic it's just one of these things I'd consider buying if I had money to invest on computers.
And the beer offer sounds tempting BTW :)

rolf

Member

Re: YABANPT - yet another build a new PC topic.

Don't get me wrong SSD is real good but in this setup it's expensive, I don't know why, I expected it to cost less.