MadTrooper Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Hi Guys, I'm looking for a new rig and here is what i foud: Motherboard: Gygabyte EX58-UD3R ATX Intel Core i7 / Socket LGA 1366 4x DDR3 2000+ / Max 16Gb / Triple-Channel High Definition Audio 7.1 Channel 2x PCI-Express 2.0 ATI CrossFireX 6x Sata 3GB/s / RAID 0,1,5 & 10 1x IDE / 3x IEEE / 12x USB 2.0 Processor Intel Core i7 920 2.66Ghz 8MB Cache 4.8GT/s RAM Aeneon Xtune 2Gb 2x1Gb DDR3-1600 PC3-12800 Dual Channel Kit Video Card nVidia GeForce 9500Gt 512Mb Optical drive Reader burner Cd Dvd Double layer Sata BOX Power Up Mid-Tower 2x USB ports at the front audio connection front 1x 80mm rear Fan included Hard Drive Seagate 500Gb Sata 2 7200RPM Power Supply Antec - OCZ - Corsair - Seasonic 450W minimum All of the above mounted with win installed, for the price of: 1095$ CDN. Do you think it is worth it? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2. Administrators Jabo Posted May 3, 2009 2. Administrators Share Posted May 3, 2009 Looks good MT, three points though; 1) I suspect that a 450W power supply will have to run maxed out to power the kit you're proposing, thus shortening it's lifespan - I suggest a 650W absolute minimum - much bigger if you want to go SLI later (maybe 800 - 1000W) 2) Graphics card is pretty old now, what would they charge you for one of the new Nvidia or ATI cards? 3) The whole thing looks a little light on cooling - You might want to see if they can shoehorn an intake fan in at the front of the case Other than that though - nice looking rig, especially with the i7 and DDR3 RAM ~S~ Jabo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blairgowrie Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Agree with Jabi. You could do a lot better than that for the kind of money you might spend. I am sure Falconise could build you a much better rig for the same price. You are both in Canuck land. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadTrooper Posted May 4, 2009 Author Share Posted May 4, 2009 Hi Guys, Thanks for your advises. I will certainly think about it really hard. Thanks again guys. I really appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falconise Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Does it come with an OS? If so, better than OK! A few caveates: The Ram needs to be at least 3GB (3 x 1GB), that system does triple channel memory. That speed rating is fine though. The case sounds weak, 1 x 80mm rear exhaust is so 90's. The vid card is enought to get up and running, easy to replace and good spare card then. The PSU will be OK if it is one of those name brands, except the OCZ because it's version in that wattage won't have the proper connectors. You won't need more than 450W unless you plan on a monster video card later, or a ton of HDs and fans. It's not a bad package, especially if it is a local store. It isn't cheap to get into a core i7, when you need more than the basics. Factor in that it is a complete system, it's fair enough. ---------------------------------------- I started a price analysys thread on the minimum cost to enter i7, back when it first came out. Just recently, I updated the prices, here's my last post: Core i7 system with minimum requirements of: Core i7 CPU X58 Motherboard 3GB kit of triple channel ram This means you need to already have compatible: case, psu, video card and drives. Back in Nov 08, listed a price low of $932 Within time the price had dropped to $799 And now, May 2009 a new low of: $618 I don't like the mobo even though it is the cheapest cost, so have optioned for the new Asus P6T SE: $662 The SE does not have all solid caps, so going with the regular P6T (which does) will cost you only another $35 for a total of: $697 CPU $340 pricematch at TigerDirect: Intel Core i7 920 Processor BX80601920 - 2.66GHz, LGA 1366, 4.8GTs QPI, 8MB L3 Cache, Quad-Core, HyperThreading, Bloomfield, Retail, Proces in Canada at TigerDirect.ca Ram $63 - $64 OCZ Gold Tri Channel 3GB PC12800 DDR3 Memory - 1600MHz, 3072MB (3 x 1024) OCZ3G1600LV3GK in Canada at TigerDirect.ca or G.SKILL F3-12800CL9T-3GBNQ 3GB DDR3 3X1GB DDR3-1600 CL 9-9-9-24 Triple Channel Memory Kit - DirectCanada Mobo $215, $259 or $294 respectively: NCIX.com - Buy MSI X58 Pro X58 ATX LGA1366 DDR3 3PCI-E16 2PCI-E1 2PCI CrossFire SATA2 GBLAN Motherboard - X58 PRO In Canada. NCIX.com - Buy ASUS P6T SE X58 ATX LGA1366 DDR3 LGA1366 3PCI-E16 PCI-E1 2PCI CrossFire SATA2 Motherboard - P6T SE In Canada. NCIX.com - Buy ASUS P6T X58 ATX LGA1366 DDR3 3PCI-E16 PCI-E1 2PCI CrossFire SLI SATA2 GBLAN Motherboard - P6T In Canada. . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadTrooper Posted May 5, 2009 Author Share Posted May 5, 2009 WOW and thanks Falconise. You gave me lots to think about. I appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falconise Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 No problemo! Looking forward to seeing what you eventually get! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadTrooper Posted May 10, 2009 Author Share Posted May 10, 2009 Guys, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falconise Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Should be 3 x 1GB, for triple channel ram. If they ship you four, just keep one stick in the drawer as backup. RAM: 4 x 1 gb DDR3-1600; Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blairgowrie Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Very nice rig MT. I like the combination. It will kick ass! What was the final tab? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonar Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 What was the final tab? One arm, and part of his left leg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadTrooper Posted May 12, 2009 Author Share Posted May 12, 2009 HI Guys, It is costing me $1,350.00 CDN that is without the taxes. I think that it isn't too bad and it will be a good system for me. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gec Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 That system is good for NASA to m8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DD_Brando Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 What was the final tab? One arm, and part of his left leg. That's way too much. I got the rig pictured and it only cost me an arm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trout Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 What was the final tab? One arm, and part of his left leg. That's way too much. I got the rig pictured and it only cost me an arm [attachment=1] B Not sure if i should laugh or not but here goes..... LOL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DD_Brando Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 As the saying goes, "so long as you laugh with me - not at me" I don't mind at all. It was meant to be funny B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadTrooper Posted May 13, 2009 Author Share Posted May 13, 2009 Well I dont like to be laugh at so are you laughing at me ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DD_Brando Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 Well I dont like to be laugh at so are you laughing at me ? Not me pal - I was just having a dig at Tonar for his use of the old "arm and a leg" joke , that makes us amputees squirm so much. None of it is intended to be a joke at your expense, I'm sure. Sorry to trespass on your thread - I hope you have fun with your new rig, it sounds great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trout Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 Well I dont like to be laugh at so are you laughing at me ? Not me pal - I was just having a dig at Tonar for his use of the old "arm and a leg" joke , that makes us amputees squirm so much. None of it is intended to be a joke at your expense, I'm sure. Sorry to trespass on your thread - I hope you have fun with your new rig, it sounds great. X2 Trooper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadTrooper Posted May 14, 2009 Author Share Posted May 14, 2009 Ha.... It's all good gents !! ~S~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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