Really want to build a new system....

[Rickman]

Can't figure out which mainboard to buy to save my life.
I have been reading reviews and forums for days. Several boards look good but all seem to have some major flaw according to the reviewer/poster.

I want to use:
Element S Case
GTX295
Viewsonic 28" LCD - might add a second one at some point
6GB Memory compatible with MB of choice, might go to 12Gb at some point.
I7 920 CPU
2 SAS 15K drives in Raid 0 bootable for OS
Several Sata drives for a couple of TB in storage

Usage:
40% gaming, Rest split between CAD, Office/Multimedia Apps, Internet
I'd like to overclock the 920 to around the stock speed of the 965.
Stability is more important than the last erg of speed.

Rickman

 

[JacobC1983]

evga x58 is pretty highly recommended.. what did you find about that board that was the major flaw? evga support is second to none

there is the new evga "classified" coming out aimed directly at overclockers

 

[PC_User]

Best "bang-for-the-buck" are probably the MSI X58 Pro ($170 AR) and the Gigabyte EX58-UD3R for $195 AR.

Keep in mind those are the lower-end X58 boards. If you're willing to spend more, it's a whole different story. Let us know what your budget is so we can better direct you.

 

[Rickman]

Up to $375 for the right part.