$1500 Complete System -- Please Rate

Why did chose the DS3R instead of the DS3L? I thought they were the same except for raid support but you only have one HD anyway.

You could save a little with a different brand GTS but if you want the warranty thats understandable.

I dunno if youre set on the 24" monitor but you could save $100+ by going with a 22". The resolution is lower so you could game at higher detail settings. Then again if youre doing graphic design or whatever and want the res just disregard this.

Dunno how good the MX-2 compound is, always stuck with the AS5 myself.
 
Better cooling on the northbridge for the DS3R correct? No setting period for the MX-2 compared to the AS5? For a gaming monitor, I've heard bad things about the TN screens for the 22inchers.
 
For the record, virtually all 22 inch monitors sold nowadays use TN panels. They have low refresh rates, which make them great for gaming, but horrible color reproduction and backlighting issues (compared to IPS or *VA panels). A lot of people here trash 22 inch monitors because they use TN panels... but a lot of people have also been satisfied with their monitors.

IIRC, MX-2 (as is Arctic Silver Ceramique) is non-concductive. That's the appeal for many people, but Arctic Silver 5 still works fine (as long as you follow the instructions).

If you need additional case fans, purchase some Yate Loon 120mm fans from Jab-Tech or Petra's Tech Shop.
 
tiraides said:
For the record, virtually all 22 inch monitors sold nowadays use TN panels. They have low refresh rates, which make them great for gaming, but horrible color reproduction and backlighting issues (compared to IPS or *VA panels). A lot of people here trash 22 inch monitors because they use TN panels... but a lot of people have also been satisfied with their monitors.

IIRC, MX-2 (as is Arctic Silver Ceramique) is non-concductive. That's the appeal for many people, but Arctic Silver 5 still works fine (as long as you follow the instructions).

If you need additional case fans, purchase some Yate Loon 120mm fans from Jab-Tech or Petra's Tech Shop.
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What do you think of the Samsung T220? Would it be "adequate"? I'm currently gaming on my lappy's screen, which is the only other LCD I've used. If I can save some money, by all means -- but I'd still like a quality screen.
 
I'm the worst person to talk to regarding monitors -- I'm looking for a new one myself, and I can't seem to find anything that's worth buying.

But go to several forums and read many reviews for the monitor(s) you're interested in. You may find one that suits your needs just fine, regardless of whether or not it has a TN panel.
 
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