Hey guys,
I'm looking to build a test bed, but Intel based. I am not Intel saavy in the least, so I'd like to get to know them better. Besides the CPU and mobo, the rig would include:
PCI-e BFG 6800GT OC
250GB Seagate S-ATA
Chaintech AV-710
Lite-On DVD+RW DL
Watercooling
DDR2 Memory
What I need help with, is choosing a CPU and a motherboard, since I really have no idea what's considered decent with Intels (I do want to learn!).
So far, I have looked at these three CPUs: 630 3.0Ghz ($215CAN), 640 3.2GHz ($260CAN) and 820 2.8GHz Dual Core ($303CAN)
I do want to be able to overclock, so would love a CPU that's great for that. I also would love recommendations on a motherboard, one that supports SLi preferably, even though I don't have a need yet.
Thanks in advance for any help!
I'm looking to build a test bed, but Intel based. I am not Intel saavy in the least, so I'd like to get to know them better. Besides the CPU and mobo, the rig would include:
PCI-e BFG 6800GT OC
250GB Seagate S-ATA
Chaintech AV-710
Lite-On DVD+RW DL
Watercooling
DDR2 Memory
What I need help with, is choosing a CPU and a motherboard, since I really have no idea what's considered decent with Intels (I do want to learn!).
So far, I have looked at these three CPUs: 630 3.0Ghz ($215CAN), 640 3.2GHz ($260CAN) and 820 2.8GHz Dual Core ($303CAN)
I do want to be able to overclock, so would love a CPU that's great for that. I also would love recommendations on a motherboard, one that supports SLi preferably, even though I don't have a need yet.
Thanks in advance for any help!