Motherboard & Processor bundle -- need help

[mystikast]

Hey, I'm currently stuck between these two deals:

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=1087917&Sku=MBM-A8VD-3400

and

http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=13-127-181&catalog=23&manufactory=BROWSE

http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=19-103-502&catalog=23&manufactory=BROWSE

The first one is $280 (after mail in rebate, which I will do), and on newegg the mobo + processor is about $330. Now the tigerdirect processor is clearly better then the newegg at (3400+). And I am NOT willing to buy a 3400 from newegg, so I assume it comes down to the motherboards. Either the tigerdirect deal or the newegg (motherboard + processor), which in your opinion is best?

 

[DJ-CHRIS]

I bought the combo from tigerdirect. I really like the deal, and I easily have the 3400+ running at 3800 speeds. However tiger direct does not come with a heatsink. The rebates also take a while as well.

The CPU from newegg will be a better overclocker most likely if you invest in a new heatsink though.

Also please be advised, that the 3400+ and 3500+ are the same speed (actually the 3400+ is a tad faster)

Make sure to leave a shipping note when ordering for UPS to require a signature and not drop off the package with noone home.

 

[mystikast]

I don't care much for overclocking, so assuming I don't oveclock, which is best?

 

[DJ-CHRIS]

Than the tigerdirect one will be best by far