Need help!

[alexfort93]

Ok I have exactly $127.08 to spend on a video card and RAM. What is the best combo where I can get the best performance, also when adding up the price, take the FINAL price (after rebate or such) thank you so much!

 

[Dangman]

That $127.08 also includes tax and shipping right? What state do you live in? And what are the specs of your current system? And best performance for WHAT? Gaming? Video editing? etc

 

[alexfort93]

I'm in MA and yes it does, sorry forgot to mention that. The specs that are going to be pared up with are in my signature as my only computer right now is my laptop.

 

[Dangman]

Crucial CT2KIT12864AA667 2 x 1GB DDR2-667 RAM - $30 with free shipping.
PNY VCG96512GXPB GeForce 9600 GT 512MB PCI-E Video Card - $95 with free shipping
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Total: $125 with free shipping.

Since you live in MA, I don't think Newegg charges you tax. DDR2 667 RAM is more then enough for a decent OC with the E2180:
Stated FSB/4 = Actual FSB
Multiplier x Actual FSB = CPU Speed
1:1 Ratio: 2 x Actual FSB = RAM Speed
1:1 Ratio: FSB = 1/2 RAM speed

E2180:
Multi x Actual FSB, RAM Speed = Clock Speed
10 × 200Mhz = 2.0Ghz, DDR2-400 <<== Stock speeds
10 × 266Mhz = 2.6Ghz, DDR2-533 <<== Easy OC
10 × 333Mhz = 3.3Ghz, DDR2-667 <<== Good OC

 

[alexfort93]

Alright cool, thanks, anyone else have anything?

 

[tiraides]

Nothing that would beat Danny Bui's selection. Go with that.

 

[alexfort93]

Well I just got an 9800GT and 2GB of RAM for $110. I believe that beats that

 

[Dangman]

Well I just got an 9800GT and 2GB of RAM for $110. I believe that beats that

Yes it would but it would help if you told us how you came about that deal.