Intel 975x vs Nvidia nForce 680i SLI?  | | 
September 21st, 2007, 06:35 AM
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October 5th, 2007, 06:54 PM
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I'd personally go for a PC with an Intel P35 chipset or a P965 chipset. The 975Xs date back a while, while the 680is are relatively new. Are you looking into overclocking at all? What about SLI? | |
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October 5th, 2007, 07:06 PM
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Hi there...
I just wanted to point out a couple of things..
1. With most barebone setups, the PSU is the weakest link. Most people don't even think to check the PSU, as long as it comes with one people are happy. I have to say that you need to double check any system your considering to make sure it comes with a decent PSU. I've picked up a barebone from Tiger actually, that came with a 450w PSU, that ended up blowing up and taking multiple hard drives and memory with it. It really sucked! Just make sure if you do pick up the barebone, to either pick up another PSU with it, or at least have it in your budget to "just in case".
2. When you order a barbones package, it normally still comes shipped in separate packages. I've even had the packages arrive on different days. So your friend won't just have one big box with him, he'll still have multiple smaller ones also.
3. Most of the cases that barbones come with are "budget" cases. Not really the best for noise reduction and space really. You may have better luck, just look for the biggest case you can get, especially if you plan on building a gaming/overclock rig.
I myself wouldn't even look at barebones. I like to pick each individual part, so that way I can choose what goes in the system. If I'm spending that kind of money on a new rig, I don't want to compromise on anything..
BUT, out of the packages you listed, I would go with the EVGA 680i package. I'm a fan of EVGA, and also nvidia chipsets. They have always overclocked really nice for me..
Just my two cents..
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October 7th, 2007, 10:16 AM
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Thanks a lot to you both.
For Him61, of course I'm considering SLi tjhat's why I want the 680.
And Karmakiller, there is no way on earth I'd buy a system or barebone without considering the PSU.
I'm using 700w as the minimum limit - what do you reckon? | |
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October 7th, 2007, 01:32 PM
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October 7th, 2007, 01:42 PM
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You could probably get away with a PSU that's half the cost of a 700watt depending on what you plan on putting in there, like him said.
I myself picked up a OCZ Gamestream 600w PSU from newegg for $89. It will run anything I can fit in my case.
See what I'm saying.. | |
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October 13th, 2007, 06:14 PM
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| Intel 975x vs Nvidia nForce 680i SLI?
You hit it right on the nail there!
That is the barebone I'm considering...!
But I'm waiting for prices to drop at christmas...
and I'm thinking of putting the Nvidia 8800 GTs or GTX...
Thanks for your replies so far, I really appreciate... Quote:
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