New system, need video card~

[todlerix]

I'm -finally- getting a new system and I want some opinions on a new video card


MSI "K8N Neo4 Platinum" NVIDIA nForce4 Ultra Chipset $160
A64 s939 3500+ 90nm $275
Memory - i'm not sure if i want to go for the pc4000 or just stick with pc3200
Video card - I can't decide with what i should get, please need some input. (PCI-E 16x)

Thanks

 

[Blauman]

I personally would get a 6800gt PIC-E card

 

[biohazard_nz]

^^ same

RAM: stick with PC3200 (DDR400) Tests show that PC 4000 isn't worth it.

 

[todlerix]

^^ same

RAM: stick with PC3200 (DDR400) Tests show that PC 4000 isn't worth it.

what tests ^_^? link plz

 

[biohazard_nz]

As in, good DDR 400 (PC3200) RAM will overclock to past PC4000, when PC4000 costs are through the roof.

Remember: the type of RAM you get is only important if you are going to do a lot of overclocking, otherwise you would be better off to put your money to a faster CPU and that way you don't void you warranty either

 

[mulpsmebeauty]

I would hang around for a couple of weeks to see if supplies of the X800XL increase, forcing the price down closer to the $299 RRP. At this price, it's distinctly better value than a 6800GT at $399.