Ad
News

Intel preferred over VIA for UMPCs

Published on April 19, 2006

Market sources indicated that Microsoft originally planned to partner with VIA Technologies to promote its Origami Ultra-Mobile PC (UMPC), as VIA's C7-M embedded processor is priced at $700-800, compared to the Intel Celeron M and Pentium M series at $1200-1400. Read more

DFI launches [TeamDFI]

Published on November 14, 2003

DFI, today officially launches industry's first corporate sanctioned LAN gaming team, [TeamDFI]. Read more

Online gaming revenues to triple by 2009, says Parks Associates

Published on January 09, 2006

Parks Associates published a new report in which the market research firm estimates revenues from US online gaming services to triple from $1.1 billion in 2005 to more than $3.5 billion in 2009. Read more

Microsoft Introduces XSN Sports

Published on August 29, 2003

In a bold move designed to shake up the sports gaming industry, Microsoft Corp. Read more

Last Reviews & Articles
Stalker: Clear Sky--Is Your System Ready?

Stalker: Clear Sky--Is Your System Ready?

Published on September 30, 2008

Thinking about picking up the latest update to Stalker, but not sure if your graphics subsystem can handle it? Hang on as we take you through a performance tour and demonstrate how the game has been prettied up. Read more

Part 4: Avivo HD Vs. PureVideo HD

Part 4: Avivo HD Vs. PureVideo HD

Published on September 29, 2008

The 780G chipset/Radeon HD 3200 and the MCP78S chipset/GeForce 8200 provide the first integrated graphics solutions that can accelerate Blu-ray playback. We dig deep into how well they work with high quality Blu-ray 1080p video playback. Read more

Four GeForce 9600 GT Cards Compared

Four GeForce 9600 GT Cards Compared

Published on September 26, 2008

Manufacturers really love the first Geforce 9. The graphic chip is fast, the cards are inexpensive, and some retailers offer more than ten variations. Read more

Maxtor's Shared Storage Does NAS At Home

Maxtor's Shared Storage Does NAS At Home

Published on September 25, 2008

What do you do with all the data you collect at home? Network attached storage is the solution. We test Maxtor's Shared Storage II and find that it is also suitable for use in small businesses. Read more

All the Reviews & Articles
Relatives contents
  Tom's Hardware UK and Ireland Forums » Homebuilt Systems » New System Build » 1200-1400 gaming build
 

1200-1400 gaming build

Advanced Search

There are 116 identified and unidentified users. To see the list of identified users, Click here
Add a reply



Word :   Username :  
 
 Page : 1 2
Next
Previous
Bottom 
Author
 Thread : 1200-1400 gaming build
 
jeff1304
Profile: journeyman
More Information
n°1807429
05-10-2008 at 02:20:48 AM

Last message on previous page:
only difference between them i saw is the one you suggest has firewire but i have never had to use firewire for anythingand the one i posted had ddr3 but is there really that much of a diffrence between ddr3 and ddr2 ?

Message quoted 1 times
Related Product

Register or log in to remove.
halcyon
The Order Odonata - We do what we must
Profile: Faithful Poster
More Information
n°1807430
05-10-2008 at 02:22:58 AM

jeff1304 wrote :

only difference between them i saw is the one you suggest has firewire but i have never had to use firewire for anythingand the one i posted had ddr3 but is there really that much of a diffrence between ddr3 and ddr2 ?



I think DDR3 is a totally bad investment today given the price/performance ratio. It'll come down in price but its too expensive today IMO.


---------------
Yes, I use an Intel Quad. Sometimes its a little overclocked, sometimes a bit underclocked. Yet, its always nice and the virtualiztion is sick. And?
jeff1304
Profile: journeyman
More Information
n°1807440
05-10-2008 at 02:35:32 AM

but see the on i suggested had bolth. as for dagger i couldnt find a x38 for under 190 before rebates. also whats the point in having 8gb of ram if your computer only reads 3.5 gb roughly ?

Message quoted 1 times
halcyon
The Order Odonata - We do what we must
Profile: Faithful Poster
More Information
n°1807442
05-10-2008 at 02:39:14 AM

jeff1304 wrote :

but see the on i suggested had bolth. as for dagger i couldnt find a x38 for under 190 before rebates. also whats the point in having 8gb of ram if your computer only reads 3.5 gb roughly ?



You'd need a 64-bit OS and use for the extra RAM.


---------------
Yes, I use an Intel Quad. Sometimes its a little overclocked, sometimes a bit underclocked. Yet, its always nice and the virtualiztion is sick. And?
jeff1304
Profile: journeyman
More Information
n°1807444
05-10-2008 at 02:44:43 AM

ok so if i plan to go past 4gb of ram i should just go a head and get vista 64 bit ?

Message quoted 1 times
halcyon
The Order Odonata - We do what we must
Profile: Faithful Poster
More Information
n°1807447
05-10-2008 at 02:47:39 AM

jeff1304 wrote :

ok so if i plan to go past 4gb of ram i should just go a head and get vista 64 bit ?



I think so. Some will say go with XP64 but I have to recommend Vista64 based on my experience.

Message quoted 1 times

---------------
Yes, I use an Intel Quad. Sometimes its a little overclocked, sometimes a bit underclocked. Yet, its always nice and the virtualiztion is sick. And?
dagger
Profile: Forum Veteran
More Information
n°1807451
05-10-2008 at 02:53:43 AM

halcyon wrote :

I think so. Some will say go with XP64 but I have to recommend Vista64 based on my experience.


XP64 has some driver issues. Ideally, go for Vista64.


---------------
Q6600@3.6ghz, GA-EX38-DS4 X38 chipset motherboard, 8gb 800mhz ddr2 4-3-3-12, 8800GTS(g92)@780mhz, 1TB 7200rpm 32mb cache hdd, 850watt 12v rails=4x20amp powersupply
Shadow703793
Sniper
Profile: Forum Fixture
More Information
n°1807457
05-10-2008 at 03:12:27 AM

^What driver issues? Remember Creative? :lol:


---------------
E2180 @3.2Ghz + P35DS3L +8400GS (700/475 OC)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3268/2588429538_b3c41b29c3.jpg
halcyon
The Order Odonata - We do what we must
Profile: Faithful Poster
More Information
n°1807459
05-10-2008 at 03:14:41 AM

I remember when Vista came out the driver issues were rediculous. They've come a long frigg'n way. I personally can't even complain about the Creative X-Fi drivers for Vista64 anymore.


---------------
Yes, I use an Intel Quad. Sometimes its a little overclocked, sometimes a bit underclocked. Yet, its always nice and the virtualiztion is sick. And?
jeff1304
Profile: journeyman
More Information
n°1807465
05-10-2008 at 03:22:45 AM

ok so im thinking about changing my build a little. i think i might go with a quad core that i will overclock. and im thinking i will get vista 64 bit.

Message quoted 1 times
halcyon
The Order Odonata - We do what we must
Profile: Faithful Poster
More Information
n°1807466
05-10-2008 at 03:26:51 AM

jeff1304 wrote :

ok so im thinking about changing my build a little. i think i might go with a quad core that i will overclock. and im thinking i will get vista 64 bit.

 

I think you'll like the performance on that. I'd recommend a Q6600 if you can still find them for ~$200. Great bang for the buck.

Message quoted 1 times
Message edited by halcyon on 05-10-2008 at 03:27:12 AM

---------------
Yes, I use an Intel Quad. Sometimes its a little overclocked, sometimes a bit underclocked. Yet, its always nice and the virtualiztion is sick. And?
jeff1304
Profile: journeyman
More Information
n°1807468
05-10-2008 at 03:36:41 AM

where would you look for them for under $200 ebay ? newegg has them for 220

halcyon
The Order Odonata - We do what we must
Profile: Faithful Poster
More Information
n°1807469
05-10-2008 at 03:39:54 AM

halcyon wrote :

I think you'll like the performance on that. I'd recommend a Q6600 if you can still find them for ~$200. Great bang for the buck.



http://www.microcenter.com/single_ [...] id=0257938


---------------
Yes, I use an Intel Quad. Sometimes its a little overclocked, sometimes a bit underclocked. Yet, its always nice and the virtualiztion is sick. And?
jeff1304
Profile: journeyman
More Information
n°1807471
05-10-2008 at 04:00:35 AM

hey thanx for all of your help i think i have found out a good amount of info to use and what to get on my build. but please do not delete the thread yet i need it for reference for a while

Message quoted 1 times
halcyon
The Order Odonata - We do what we must
Profile: Faithful Poster
More Information
n°1807514
05-10-2008 at 11:54:37 AM