Thoughts on my new build

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OK guys, here are the beginnings of my new build. Please give me suggestions. Keep in mind that I'll be running at stock speeds. I want to hit the price/performance sweet spot and still keep it sexy.

CPU: Intel Core2Duo 6750
Mobo: Intel BLKDP35DPM or GIGABYTE GA-P35-DS3R
RAM: SuperTalent T800UX2GC4
PSU: CoolerMaster eXtreme Power RP-550-PCAR

Right now I have a Super Lanboy to put this in, but I'm considering a new case. Maybe a P180B. I also need help deciding on a cooler and video card. Let's keep the cooler >$50 and the video card >$150. I'm working full time and in school full time, so gaming is minimal but I still need some hotness. Help me out guys.
 
CPU: Great choice. Are you sure you don't want to overclock this? When you said you want to "keep cooler < 50", are you talking about an aftermarket heatsink? Because if you are, it's almost criminal to put a decent HSF on that processor and not OC the shit out of it :D

Mobo: I'd be leaning more to the DS3R out of those two, imo.

Ram: Good ram, i'd also look at the prices on Ballistix and G.Skill HZ's to see how they compare in price because those sets are screamers as well.

PSU: Where are you buying parts from? Personally.. i'd consider the Corsair 520hx from ZZF for 97AR, and that coolermaster is around 80 from newegg.

Video Card: What monitor are you running? What resolution?

Cooler: Heatsink I am assuming? If so, i'd recommend the Tuniq Tower quite fully :D
 
wolfofsin said:
I also need help deciding on a cooler and video card. Let's keep the cooler >$50 and the video card >$150.
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Why would you want to spend at least $50 on a cooler? You can get a Tuniq Tower for $45. Did you mean "<$50" instead? If so, other good choices for the E6750 are the Scythe Ninja Plus Rev.B and the Thermalright Ultima90 + Hydrowave or FDB fan.

$35 - Scythe SCNJ-1100P Ninja Plus Rev.B CPU HSF
$45 - Tuniq Tower 120 CPU HSF
$46 - Thermalright Ultima 90 CPU HS + FBA09A12M - Z ($3)

I agree with Gaiden133 on the Mobo/RAM/PSU. Answer his questions about the monitor. Also, what games do you play?

Just so you know, its EASY to OC these Core2Duos. With minimal effor, you could hit 3.2Ghz on stock or near stock voltage. I used the Tuniq and Ultima90 on my E6750, and they both keep the CPU VERY cool. With my Ballistix, I can hit 3.8Ghz Orthos stable at 1.55v. The key to keeping your system stable while overclocked is cooling... as long as your parts stay cool, you don't have to worry about stability/reliability.
 
yes, I meant under $50 for the cooler and under $150 for the video card. For the memory, I going with the SuperTalent because Ewiz has them for under $60 no rebate and it can do CL4. I might go with the DS3R. I was considering the Intel mobo because it has no legacy ports. I already have the PSU. I got it BNIB on Ebay for $30. Can't beat that. I'm sure I'll OC at some point. I think a Tuniq Tower is looking good. How quiet is it? Can I just pop in another fan if I chose to?

My monitor is a Samsung 931BW 1440x900. As for gaming, I haven't been playing much of anything. I'm mainly upgrading because I'll be running a virtual server cluster on this PC, but I might buy a game or 2 when school let's up.
 
For a video card, go with the X1950GT or Pro (the GT can OC to Pro speeds). It can definately handle that 19" LCD, and most, if not all, newer games will be playable in DX9 mode. If you can find an 8600GTS for around the same price, thats another option, but DX10 performance on it isn't great at all. DX9 performance on it is similar to the X1950, but the Pro can consistently outperform it unless the GTS is OC'd.

Yes, you can swap out the fan on the Tuniq. Its somewhat quiet. It comes with a fan controller to help with the noise. The Ultima90 is easier to install, and both fans I listed are quiet. The PWM fan will work with the board's thermal sensing mechanism to auto adjust the fanspeed according to heat.

I'd still stick with the DS3R, despite no need for legacy ports. Its not like they noticeably slow the system down or anything.
 
What are your thoughts on a 2600XT? Do you think the X1950GT would be a better buy at this time?
 
Yes, I do. But wait for others' opinions on that first, lol.
 
Ok, here's my thought on the 2600XT: It sucks.

The x1950GT is a much better card in terms of gaming. But for HD video, the 2600XT wins there. So like enginurd, I also recommend the x1950GT.
 
OK, so I think I might be going with an X1950GT. What I'm wondering is, would it be a significant difference between the 256MB and 512MB version given the resolution I'm using?
 
So maybe an X1950Pro 256MB would be a better step up than an X1950GT 512MB. OK, this build is starting to pan out. Next is my drive array. I don't know if raid is going to be of much benefit to me, so I'm thinking:

80 or 160GB Seagate 7200.10 Boot/Apps
160GB Seagate 7200.9 (Already have) Virtual Server Storage
500GB Seagate 7200.10 General Storage

Thoughts?
 
Same here. Just make sure to get a very good PSU like the Corsair 520HX from zipzoomfly.com that Gaiden133X recommended and you're set.
 
So, you don't think the CoolerMaster PSU that I already have is up to the task? Anyway, this is what it's looking like to date:

CPU: Intel Core2Duo 6750 $194.99 Amazon (Got a gift card)
Cooler: Thermalright Ultima 90 $44.99 SVC
Mobo: GIGABYTE GA-P35-DS3R $129.99 NewEgg
RAM: SuperTalent T800UX2GC4 $59.74 Ewiz
GPU: Sapphire 100176L X1950Pro 256MB $134.99 NewEgg
DVDRW: Lite-On 20A1H-185 20X w/ LiteScribe $32.99 New Egg
HDD 0: 250GB Seagate 7200.10 $64.99
HDD 1: 160GB Seagate 7200.9 (Already have)
HDD 2: 500GB Seagate 7200.10 $119.99
PSU: CoolerMaster eXtreme Power RP-550-PCAR (Already have)
Case: Antec Super Lanboy (Already have)
 
Another question. P35 or 650i Ultra? Which do you think is better?
 
wolfofsin said:
Another question. P35 or 650i Ultra? Which do you think is better?
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P35 runs cooler and can OC better. It can also handle more sticks of RAM better.

No, I don't think the CM PSU is up to the task.
 
wolfofsin said:
So, you don't think the CoolerMaster PSU that I already have is up to the task?
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No. It's not good enough or powerful enough to power your planned setup. Here are some PSU recommendations that can definitely power your system:
Enhance ENP-5150GH 500W PSU - $69
XCLIO Stablepower 500W PSU - $70
Corsair VX450 450W PSU - $76
Corsair VX550 550W PSU - $91
Corsair HX520 520W PSU - $100

Oh and here's a PSU FAQ that you might find helpful in learning about PSUs:=:
http://www.jonnyguru.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1036
 
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