780i FTL. just my opinion. go with p45 chipset, way better than any 7-series chipset. unless he is absolutely definitely going SLI.
FTL? It's Faster Than Light?
He's says he'd prefer SLI but will go with something else if you're all sure.
In case he does decide to go for a P45, what would you recommend? Given a £100/$100 budget.