Recent content by kjhenf

I've recently finished up the core components of my new build (a 2500k processor, 8GB RAM, 850W PSU, 64GB SSD, Gigabyte Z68 MB, etc.) and now simply need to get my graphics card to finalize my gaming machine. I had done the 580 vs 570 battle for a while, and kind of came up with the 580 was...

I'm working an a roughly ~$1,600 budget. I already have my case (a Raven 02) and my CPU cooler (a Corsair H70). For other parts I'm currently looking at: ASUS P8P67 PRO (REV 3.0) LGA 1155 Intel P67 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard EVGA 015-P3-1580-AR GeForce GTX 580 (Fermi) 1536MB...

All the reviews I keep reading for that board make it seem like issues are quite prevalent. Is it still considered safe to go with? Thanks for the help!

I'm currently looking to build a new system using either a 2500k or 2600k processor. My case is fairly large (a silverstone rv02). I plan on using the rig for primarily gaming. I'd like it to, essentially, be the best in the price range for performance and upgradability (supports more ram, more...