Build for less than 2000

You're making this really easy for poor Danny, lol.

Don't get that "all in one liquid cooling system" by Xigmatech. Their rifle that Danny linked is WAY better and you're doing yourself a disservice by going with that one.

I don't understand why you went with your build considering it's more expensive, and seems to have less quality parts?

As far as mobo goes, pick the one Danny originally posted, it even dropped 15 bucks in price to 129, making the deal even hotter lol.

You really, really don't need SLI to game at 1920 x 1200. That ATi 4870 will kick enough ass, especially with AA on.

Seriously, I hate to reiterate it but his build kicks your build's ass all the way to the bank.
 
Could you please put the names of those motherboards next to the links? It's a bit rude to force others to open up multiple windows/tabs to help you.

Also, what features do you need in a motherboard?

Oh and don't bother with Nvidia chipset motherboards. They're not as stable, reliable or as cool running as their Intel counterparts.

@ Gaiden133

Thanks for the compliments!
 
ok let me put the names
GIGABYTE GA-EP45-DS3R LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
GIGABYTE GA-EP45-EXTREME LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
MSI P45 Neo2-FR LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
MSI P45 Platinum (HC Edition) LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard w/ Tt V1 Cooler - Retail
ASUS P5Q-E LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
ASUS P5Q Deluxe LGA 775 Intel P45 Intel Motherboard - Retail
ASUS P5Q Pro LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
ASUS Maximus II Formula LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
ASUS P5Q Premium LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
ASUS P5Q WS LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
BIOSTAR TForce TP45HP LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
Foxconn P45A-S LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
 
Danny Bui said:
Could you please put the names of those motherboards next to the links? It's a bit rude to force others to open up multiple windows/tabs to help you.
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In order of the links provided:

GIGABYTE GA-EP45-EXTREME LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
MSI P45 Neo2-FR LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
MSI P45 Platinum (HC Edition) LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard w/ Tt V1 Cooler - Retail
Deactivated mobo
ASUS P5Q Pro LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
ASUS Maximus II Formula LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
Deactivated mobo
Deactivated mobo
 
crossfire and to overclock alot.and the computer to be fast.thats the features that i want.
 
I thought we already stated that Crossfire at 1680×1050 wasn't..well needed.

As for the boards you listed, they're all fine. Just pick out the one with the features you want.

Why don't you just list what you have questions about with Danny's build?
 
First question is simple, you listed some board options and asked us to pick one. He listed a board already, what's wrong with the one he picked?
 
Ok man.

I recommend just going with the build list that I have already set up for you several posts back. Here it is again:

Sceptre X24WG-1080P Black 24" DVI Widescreen LCD Monitor - $340
Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 CPU - $190
Xigmatek HDT-S1283 120mm Rifle HSF - $37 & Retention Bracket - $7
Gigabyte GA-EP45-DS3R Intel P45 Motherboard - $130
G.SKILL F2-8000CL5D-4GBPQ 2 x 2GB DDR2 1000 RAM - $85
VisionTek 900244 Radeon HD 4870 512MB PCI-E Video Card - $285
Western Digital WD6400AAKS 640GB 7200RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - $90
Samsung SH-203N 20X DVD±R SATA DVD Burner - $27
Corsair 750TX 750W PSU - $99
Antec 300 ATX Case - $60
Windows Vista Home Premium 64bit SP1 OEM - $110
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Total: $1460 Plus tax and shipping (Didn't add up the prices correctly yesterday:eek:)

It fits ALL of your criteria (so far) and you are getting quality parts. If there's something about the build list that confuses you or you have no idea why it's there or why I chose it, just ask.
 
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Never heard of that HSF. Doesn't look any good though.

As for the PSU, do you want a dead system? If so, go with that Logisys PSU. Otherwise, just go with the Corsair PSU I recommended. Word of advice: NEVER SKIMP ON THE POWER SUPPLY!
 
ok thanks.so the that heat sinks sucks.
Danny Bui said:
Never heard of that HSF. Doesn't look any good though.

As for the PSU, do you want a dead system? If so, go with that Logisys PSU. Otherwise, just go with the Corsair PSU I recommended. Word of advice: NEVER SKIMP ON THE POWER SUPPLY!
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machu1 said:
it comes with the VisionTek 900244 Radeon HD 4870 512MB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card - Retail
as combo should i get that
Thermaltake W0116RU 750W Complies with ATX 12V 2.2 & EPS 12V version Power Supply - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817153038
the total with those both are $404.98 is it a good deal or no.
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4870 + Corsair 750TX in Danny's rig is cheaper together than 405 for that thermaltake + 4870. 384 < 405, I'd save the 21 bucks and go with Corsair.. i tend to like them.

Whichever tho.. that one has a huge savings on it.
 
ill stay with the old heat sink. i bearly bought it.then later on ill buy the other heat sink that danny told me to buy.
 
what other video card will go with ati4850 so i can crossfire.the same one or which one.
 
You'd be better off getting the other heatsink now, instead of using that crappy kingwin. If you want to make room in the budget for it, go with the Corsair PSU instead, that saves $21 right there. If you don't want the kingwin to go to waste, just sell it.
 
will another 4850 will enhance the performace of graphics.
like the 260 or 280 will enhance the perfomance of other video cards?
 
machu1 said:
will another 4850 will enhance the performace of graphics.
like the 260 or 280 will enhance the perfomance of other video cards?
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To go SLI

you need the same GPU to go SLI.

So an EVGA 8800GT and another EVGA 8800GT

Doesn't have to have the same brand, it can be a BFG 8800GT and a EVGA 8800GT and it will still work.

You cannot go SLI with an EVGA 8800GTS 512 with a 8800GT 512.

Has to be the same reference model.

Same concept applies for crossfire.

So if you want to crossfire.

do VisionTek 4850 with another Visiontek/his/sapphire 4850.

and no. don't mix video cards like one 4870 and one gtx 260.
 
machu1 said:
so what heatsink is good?
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The one that Danny recommended. As enginurd stated earlier, you could always sell the other one.

machu1 said:
will another 4850 will enhance the performace of graphics.
like the 260 or 280 will enhance the perfomance of other video cards?
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One HD4870 is better than the HD4850 and will be enough for most games (save Crysis) on a 24" monitor. If you really feel the need for CrossFire, the P45 board that Danny recommended earlier supports it. But try one HD4870 first; you may not need the second card.

Don't consider the GTX 260/280 as the HD 4850/4870 could easily get the job done just as well for less.
 
i know. im just saying what will help the 4850.
Gaiden133 said:
..............?

To go SLI

you need the same GPU to go SLI.

So an EVGA 8800GT and another EVGA 8800GT

Doesn't have to have the same brand, it can be a BFG 8800GT and a EVGA 8800GT and it will still work.

You cannot go SLI with an EVGA 8800GTS 512 with a 8800GT 512.

Has to be the same reference model.

Same concept applies for crossfire.

So if you want to crossfire.

do VisionTek 4850 with another Visiontek/his/sapphire 4850.

and no. don't mix video cards like one 4870 and one gtx 260.
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oh ok.well i guess ill just need one.will it help it more if i get another 4850
tiraides said:
The one that Danny recommended. As enginurd stated earlier, you could always sell the other one.



One HD4870 is better than the HD4850 and will be enough for most games (save Crysis) on a 24" monitor. If you really feel the need for CrossFire, the P45 board that Danny recommended earlier supports it. But try one HD4870 first; you may not need the second card.

Don't consider the GTX 260/280 as the HD 4850/4870 could easily get the job done just as well for less.
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so should i get another one or not.or ill get one later on.or what? its 4870
 
machu1 said:
so should i get another one or not.or ill get one later on.or what? its 4870
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Ok, do what Tiraides said earlier: Try out one HD4870. If one HD4870 isn't up to your liking, then get a second HD4870. We've told you twice so far: one HD4870 is more than enough for a 24" monitor gaming. But a second one might be needed depending on the person's wants.
 
ok thanks.ill have to wait.until i get it then see if i need another one or not.
 
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