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    Fractal Torrent

    Planning a Torrent Compact / AM5 / B650E-I ITX / 4090 MSI Suprim build. The Suprim is small among 4090 AIB models at 336 x 142 x 78, but still larger than 4090 FE's 305 x 137 x 61 so need to move things around a fit to accommodate it. Planning to: ⦿ Swap the Torrent Compact's 2x 180mm front...
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    Seasonic Vertex Series

    Any feature differences between the different Vertex GX wattage tiers that would warrant sizing up to a larger unit than you expect to need like from 1000w to 1200w for example? Thinking about things like keeping zero rpm mode active at higher wattages, extra connectors etc.? Similarly, any...
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    Seasonic Vertex Series

    For a new build would it be better to go with buy a higher end Prime model and use a PCIE5 adapter or pickup a less efficient newer Vertex GX that has PCIE5 at current inflated prices?
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    Using DDR5 with XMP profiles on AM5?

    Went with the G.SKILL Ripjaws S5 64GB DDR5 6000 CL32 kit. No issues applying XMP settings by selecting DOCP option on Asus motherboards.
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    Using DDR5 with XMP profiles on AM5?

    This was my thinking as well. The 6000 CL32 kits seems like the best bet for getting hynix. For value the 5600 CL32 kits seem much better though (~$270 vs ~$330).
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    Using DDR5 with XMP profiles on AM5?

    There are a lot more DDR5 kits with XMP profiles than DDR5 kits with EXPO or dual XMP/EXPO right now. What are the advantages / disadvantages to going with an XMP only kit on AM5? The specific kit I have my eye on is a G.SKILL Ripjaws S5 64GB DDR5 6000 CL32 kit which looks like the most...
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    The 32 inch 4k IPS 144hz's...(Update - this party is started) (wait for it...)

    This is my thinking - fake HDR with disabled local dimming is best. This approach actually results in a much better experience than just "bright SDR" too - especially for content consumption. A display needs to identify as HDR capable to be served high quality 4k video streams. So an HDR400...
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    The 32 inch 4k IPS 144hz's...(Update - this party is started) (wait for it...)

    Early reports of the NEO G7 definitely indicate there may be issues but how widespread they are and to what degree they can be resolved with firmware updates is yet to be seen. Obviously these aren't directly comparable units (IPS vs VA, flat vs curve etc). The point is just that $1300 for a...
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    The 32 inch 4k IPS 144hz's...(Update - this party is started) (wait for it...)

    Agreed. Can't believe LG is launching the 32GQ950B with edge lighting at $1300 competing at that price point with Samsung Neo G7 that has both mini LED and superior VA contrast. Shouldn't the 32GQ950B be competing against the $1000 PG32UQ and $900 MPG321UR-QD? Really wish LG had just launched a...
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    The 32 inch 4k IPS 144hz's...(Update - this party is started) (wait for it...)

    Are there any mini-LED monitors like Neo G7 / Neo G8, but that aren't curved on the horizon? What about QD-OLED with full 4k resolution (eg. not AW3423DW)?
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    FS: Vertex 3 120GB

    afternoon bump
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    FS: Vertex 3 120GB

    pm bump
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    FS: Vertex 3 120GB

    OCZ Vertex 3 120GB - asking $95 shipped via ground/saver/priority. Drive is in great condition and comes with the box and all the original retail accessories, packaging, etc.. My heatware is 20 (grenadier) and my ebay is 352 / 100 % (dreadnought). I can receive payment via amazon payments...
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    FS: XFX 6870 Double D 900m 1GB w/warranty

    XFX 6870 Double D 900m 1GB w/warranty - asking $120 shipped via ground/saver/priority. Video card is in like new condition and comes with the box and all the original retail accessories, packaging, etc.. My heatware is 20 (grenadier) and my ebay is 351 / 100 % (dreadnought). I can receive...
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    3x 24" MVA LCDs $140 (each), 20" LCD $90, Antec P180b $80, TRUE $40, Corsair 430W $30

    Clearing out some extra computer components I have after moving last month. Everything is in excellent / like new shape. Some pics are below - I will work on getting more up. Everything is in like new condition with all original retail accessories, packaging, manuals, etc.. Prices include...
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    XFX HD 6870 $159.99 + FS + Dirt3 and Shogun 2

    Grrr the 6850 is cheaper ($125 XFX deal) and takes less power, but the cooler on that version is LOUD and the failure rate doesn't look good either. Should I just suck it up and get the 6870 even though it's not that much faster for the $$$?
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    Gigabyte GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3 won't boot?

    Booting just fine now. Now all I need to do is get a drive to use as a system drive!
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    Gigabyte GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3 won't boot?

    I'll try booting with 1 dimm when I get home. Also, if that doesn't work I've got an extra set of memory right now (2x2GB) so I'll trying swapping that in as well. Thanks for the suggestion.
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    Gigabyte GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3 won't boot?

    Everything is spinning up now (CPU fan, sys fan, & psu fan), but the rig still isn't booting + I'm not getting any video out. Ideas?
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    Gigabyte GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3 won't boot?

    Working on a new build and after setting everything up it won't boot. The power LED on the front of the case does light up, but none of the fans spin up and nothing else happens. The newegg reviews for the motherboard I'm using show that other folks are having similar issues (bios revision,fan...
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    6850 vs 6950 1GB on a Corsair CX430 V2 ?

    I got the 2500k for $180 which is cheaper than the 2400 or 2500 - that's why I got it :D Again, the question here isn't should I buy a fancier power supply. The question is will a 430W power supply safely run this rig which should top out ~250W. Also, could there be issues with using a 2x...
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    6850 vs 6950 1GB on a Corsair CX430 V2 ?

    Why OC when this rig will play everything I can throw at it at 1080p with everything maxed out at stock?? I've always OC'd in the past for gaming / video editing, but current hardware is so powerful now I barely see a reason to.
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    6850 vs 6950 1GB on a Corsair CX430 V2 ?

    I already bought the power supply and I want to have my cake and eat it too :p This build at full load is also going to take so few watts I'd feel silly spending $$$ on a power supply that could supply 3x the wattage I need... Any other thoughts / opinions?
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    6850 vs 6950 1GB on a Corsair CX430 V2 ?

    Picking out a video card for my new rig and could use some feedback. I'm leaning toward the 6950 1GB since I'm looking to play more demanding games like Witcher 2, Stalker Series, and the Metro 2033 Sequel all at 1080p and the difference is only ~$60 (6850 $140 AR / 6950 $200 AR). My rig so far...
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    FS: i5-750, Asus P7-P55D-Pro, 4x2GB 1600, TRUE, 4870, 8800GT, 3x640 WDs, 1TB WD, etc.

    mid-day *bump* - only the Thermalright Ultra Extreme 120, 640GB hard drives, and X-Fi left !
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    FS: i5-750, Asus P7-P55D-Pro, 4x2GB 1600, TRUE, 4870, 8800GT, 3x640 WDs, 1TB WD, etc.

    late afternoon *bump* - original post edited to show 4870 sold
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