New gaming build

[Evolv]

I'm just saying the 4870x2 consumes a good bit of power, compared with other video cards. Trust me, a 650w power supply can handle it though. They come with decent coolers and probably idle around 60-65 C and maybe 70-80 C on load. You're able to control the fan speed, so it depends.

For overclocking, I'm pretty sure the Biostar would be better.

 

[Puressence]

for that kind of money I'd go for i7 build

I concur. You are about to drop $500 on a new monitor, but won't "splurge" on an i7 build. Sounds to me like you are trying to cut costs in the wrong areas.
-Pure

 

[hitmanj]

I concur. You are about to drop $500 on a new monitor, but won't "splurge" on an i7 build. Sounds to me like you are trying to cut costs in the wrong areas.
-Pure

NZXT TEMPEST - Newegg.com - NZXT TEMPEST Crafted Series CS-NT-TEM-B Black Steel / Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Computer Cases ----$109.99

BIOSTAR TForce TP45HP LGA 775 Intel P45 Newegg.com - BIOSTAR TForce TP45HP LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Intel Motherboards ----$109.99

SAPPHIRE 100251SR Radeon HD 4870 X2 2GB Newegg.com - SAPPHIRE 100251SR Radeon HD 4870 X2 2GB 512-bit (256-bit x 2) GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card - Desktop Graphics / Video Cards ----$399.99

CORSAIR CMPSU-650TX 650W ATX12V Newegg.com - CORSAIR CMPSU-650TX 650W ATX12V / EPS12V SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC Compatible with Core i7 Power Supply - Power Supplies ----$94.99

Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550 Newegg.com - Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550 Yorkfield 2.83GHz 12MB L2 Cache LGA 775 95W Quad-Core Processor - Processors - Desktops ----$274.99

G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) - Newegg.com - G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory - Desktop Memory ----I've already purchased this.

Saitek PZ30AU Black - Newegg.com - Saitek PZ30AU Black 104 Normal Keys 4 Function Keys USB Wired Standard Eclipse Keyboard - Keyboards ----$34.99

Hanns·G HG-281DPB Black 28" 3ms Widescreen - Newegg.com - Hanns·G HG-281DPB Black 28" 3ms Widescreen LCD HDMI Monitor 500 cd/m2 800:1 Built in Speakers - LCD Monitors ----$499.99

Logitech G7 Black 6 Buttons Tilt - Newegg.com - Logitech G7 Black 6 Buttons Tilt Wheel USB RF Wireless Laser 2000 dpi Mouse - Mouse ----$62.99

SAMSUNG Black Newegg.com - SAMSUNG Black 22X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 16X DVD+R DL 22X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA 22X DVD Burner - CD / DVD Burners ----$23.99

ASUS Black Newegg.com - ASUS Black 18X DVD-ROM 48X CD-ROM SATA DVD-ROM Drive Model DVD-E818A3T - CD / DVD Drives ----$19.99

Tuniq TX-2 Therhttp://www.techist.com/forums/f76/new-gaming-build-203123/#post1615240mal Compound - Newegg.com - Tuniq TX-2 Thermal Compound - Thermal Compound / Grease ----$3.79

XIGMATEK HDT-S1283 120mm Rifle CPU Cooler - Newegg.com - XIGMATEK HDT-S1283 120mm Rifle CPU Cooler - CPU Fans & Heatsinks ----I've already purchased this.

Logitech X-530 70 watts RMS 5.1 Black Speaker System - Newegg.com - Logitech X-530 70 watts RMS 5.1 Black Speaker System - Speakers ----$59.99

Vista Home Premium SP1 64-bit English - Newegg.com - Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 64-bit English for System Builders 1pk DSP OEI DVD - Operating Systems ----$99.99

Western Digital Caviar Black WD1001FALS 1TB 7200 RPM Newegg.com - Western Digital Caviar Black WD1001FALS 1TB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - Internal Hard Drives ----$119.99



I am also considering Windows 7 as my operating system. So it's either that or Home Premium.

 

[hikaricloud]

Dude, 7 is a beta. You can't use it as a primary, you'll have too many issues. Get Home Premium.

And I still say an i7 build would be kickin', but whatever floats your boat.

 

[hitmanj]

Dude, 7 is a beta. You can't use it as a primary, you'll have too many issues. Get Home Premium.

And I still say an i7 build would be kickin', but whatever floats your boat.

Based off of what i have above, what would I need to switch out to have an i7 build?
Keep in mind I already have the RAM and CPU Cooler. Basically what I want you to do is, well if you can, which I would greatly appreciate, is if can you update my list reflecting an i7 build?

 

[Fat.Clown]

if you already have the ram, core 2 quad build will do you just fine

core i7 does not improve over core 2 quad very much in gaming, it's the other areas that it really shows it's fangs

I think I posted first comment before you edited that you already had ram

also I'd throw in the retention brackplate for your cpu cooler, I hear it greatly improves the cooler's capabilities

if you really wanted to (and don't mind the hassle of returning your ram), all you gotta do is swap out core 2 quad q9550 to core i7 920
motherboard to something like a asus pt6 and a triple channel ddr3 ram kit

 

[hitmanj]

if you already have the ram, core 2 quad build will do you just fine

core i7 does not improve over core 2 quad very much in gaming, it's the other areas that it really shows it's fangs

I think I posted first comment before you edited that you already had ram

also I'd throw in the retention brackplate for your cpu cooler, I hear it greatly improves the cooler's capabilities

if you really wanted to (and don't mind the hassle of returning your ram), all you gotta do is swap out core 2 quad q9550 to core i7 920
motherboard to something like a asus pt6 and a triple channel ddr3 ram kit

Would the pt6 be a better overclocker than the biostar p45? If so, can you link me to the one with the most bang for your buck?

So how would I go about returning my RAM? [Purchased it from Newegg]

Also, can you link me to the brackplate, good overclocking triple channel ram, and core i7 920?

 

[Evolv]

If you're willing to spend the money, then go for it.

Newegg.com - ASUS P6T LGA 1366 Intel X58 ATX Intel Motherboard - Intel Motherboards

Newegg.com - Computer Parts, PC Components, Laptop Computers, Digital Cameras and more!

You already have the cooler and you'll need this bracket:
Newegg.com - XIGMATEK ACK-I7361 CPU Cooler - CPU Fans & Heatsinks

 

[hitmanj]

If you're willing to spend the money, then go for it.

Newegg.com - ASUS P6T LGA 1366 Intel X58 ATX Intel Motherboard - Intel Motherboards

Newegg.com - Computer Parts, PC Components, Laptop Computers, Digital Cameras and more!

You already have the cooler and you'll need this bracket:
Newegg.com - XIGMATEK ACK-I7361 CPU Cooler - CPU Fans & Heatsinks

Alright, sounds good then. I think I'll be getting an i7 build. Now with that bundle, is that ram really good at overclocking? And will you guys be able to help me overclock? I read the guides on here. Their a bit confusing but I kinda have an idea of how to do it, but would rather have some help for my first time doing it.

 

[Evolv]

That ram should be pretty good at overclocking. I've seen those reach 1800mhz, I'm not too familiar with i7 overclocking. But when the time comes, I'm sure someone will help you out.