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**iNvAzN** · 08-08-2006, 10:51 PM

Re: New Comp help!!!

Originally posted by mbx5_spec

Ok so i am ready to upgrade my comuter but i need help.

On the CPU should i get AM2 or core 2, wait is conroe th same as core 2??

Yes, Core 2 Duo's were codenamed or "dubbed" Conroe

Originally posted by mbx5_spec

Mobo: what is the best for either AM2 or Core 2??

For C2D, may I suggest the Asus P5W DH Deluxe for overclocking, but if you're not into the whole overclocking thing then I suggest the Asus P5B Deluxe

Originally posted by mbx5_spec

Gpu will DX10 be worth the wait? and either like a nvidia or a ati?

Eh, it'll be a few months before they come out, yes major manufacturers like Nvidia and AMD will be producing DX10 gpu's

Originally posted by mbx5_spec

Memory: i have no clue whats good.

It's all good, but really depends on which mobo you get....

Originally posted by mbx5_spec

Wait also whats a good laptop for gaming but not expensive!

iBuypower and Cyberpower make great custom pcs/laptops

Have fun

**imported_mbx5_spec** · 08-08-2006, 10:56 PM

Re: New Comp help!!!

cool thanks. so what do u think get a video card now or wait for vista and dx10?!

**knghtwhosaysni** · 08-08-2006, 11:34 PM

Re: New Comp help!!!

feh, I would just go for the build now and get DX10 when you really need it. And the DS3 from Gigabyte is turning out to be a really great motherboard for Core 2 Duo

As for the Conroe/Core 2 Duo thing, Conroe is the name of the core for a couple of the Core 2 Duos, the ones with 4mb of L2 cache (e6600, e6700, x6800). Allendale is actually the name of the core for the other two Core 2 Duos which have only 2mb L2 cache (e6300, e6400).

As for memory, the g.skill memory with an HZ ending in the model number is the sweet spot for overclocking Core 2 Duo. People have been getting their motherboards up to 450fsb (and higher) with that memory. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231065

**iNvAzN** · 08-08-2006, 11:37 PM

Re: New Comp help!!!

Any of the X1800's/X1900's should keep you on the high settings for now with the latest games, and they're much cheaper now than when they first came out ($450+ then, <$400 now), great deal if you ask me, and then when you feel like jumping on the DX10 wagon, you can probably find one cheap after you wait a little while after they come out....

**knghtwhosaysni** · 08-08-2006, 11:41 PM

Re: New Comp help!!!

Originally posted by iNvAzN

Any of the X1800's/X1900's should keep you on the high settings for now with the latest games, and they're much cheaper than when they first came out ($450+ then, <$400 now), great deal if you ask me, and then when you feel like jumping on the DX10 wagon, you can probably find one cheap after you wait a little while after they come out....

I'd go with the x1900xt if you're willing to spend $310 after MIR http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814102025

Otherwise I'd go with a 7900gt, which go for about $240 after MIR.. but the x1900xt is a lot better

**imported_mbx5_spec** · 08-08-2006, 11:45 PM

Re: New Comp help!!!

cool thank you.

could some one tell me what the best laptop that can play bf2 and counterstrike on but be less than 1200??

**iNvAzN** · 08-08-2006, 11:50 PM

Re: New Comp help!!!

Originally posted by knghtwhosaysni

feh, I would just go for the build now and get DX10 when you really need it. And the DS3 from Gigabyte is turning out to be a really great motherboard for Core 2 Duo

Gigabyte GA-965P-DS3 reviews...the asus mobos seem to be getting better reviews

**knghtwhosaysni** · 08-09-2006, 12:22 AM

Re: New Comp help!!!

Originally posted by iNvAzN

Gigabyte GA-965P-DS3 reviews...the asus mobos seem to be getting better reviews

The DS3 and the P5W DH Deluxe are at two different price points... and looking at xtremesystems you will see that most people would recommend getting the DS3 if the 975 is too expensive.

**imported_mbx5_spec** · 08-09-2006, 01:55 AM

Re: New Comp help!!!

Does this sound good? Also please tell me if anything needs to be changed.

**StevenNevets** · 08-09-2006, 06:34 AM

Re: New Comp help!!!

Well, you forgot a PSU
There are a couple motherboards around $150 that will be fine unless you are doing hardcore overclocking

Please put links under the products, it makes it easier

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