I'm finally going to do my first build. I've pretty much had a whole computer apart, other than replacing the processor, but I've never done a build. I'm looking forward to it!
Here's where I'm leaning, going within my budget for now (some parts used), but with lots of room to upgrade in the future
- amd phenom II 965 BE
- asus M4A89GTD Pro usb3 - asus's new 890gx chipset board, can be had at nc-ix and others for around $160. I'm hoping Mysterybyte can get these in soon. I'd wait for an 890fx board but they might be a little too expensive for me.
- gtx 260 (soon on its way from ronedogg)
- 6g ddr3 supertalent 1333 ram (already bought used)
- silverstone strider plus 850w psu (or maybe coolermaster silent pro 850w)
- all in nice new coolermaster cm690II advanced case: (
http://www.overclockersclub.com/reviews ... _advanced/)
With the motherboard I get sata3 built right into the southbridge, and usb3 support (added chipset). Plus it will support the new hex core cpu's when amd releases them.
In the future I may upgrade the gtx to a 58series ati card (and could then try the hybrid crossfire for an extra 15-20% boost). I have a 22" samsung monitor that I use at 1680x1050 res, so I think the gtx260 should be enough for now.
I will like to try a little cpu overclocking of course, any suggestions for a good reasonable priced cpu cooler? Comments on the build?