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[gangstap]

I am building a computer on cyberpower because building it myself seems scary. I have been doing a lot of research but there is still a lot I need to learn. I plan on using a lot of Adobe software as well as playing wow, sc2(if it ever comesout) and some cs. the computer I put together is 1180 after S&H. Here's what it has. I went back and forth between the 5770 and the 5830 but couldn't justify spending the xtra 85$ on the marginal gains I've read about. Please provide your feedback and any advice or critique or possible modification before I order. Thanks!
# BUNDLE: None
# BLUETOOTH: None
# CD: LG 22X DVD±/±RW + CD-R/RW Dual Layer Drive (BLACK COLOR)
# CD2: None
# CAS: Apevia X-Dreamer 3 Mid-Tower Gaming Case w/ Side-Panel Window & Temperature Display (Black Color with Black Ring & Blue LED Fan)
# CASUPGRADE: None
# CS_FAN: Default case fans
# CPU: Intel® Core™ i7-930 2.80 GHz 8M L3 Cache LGA1366
# FREEBIE_CU: Free 3 Games Bundle - STREET FIGTHER 4, RESIDENT EVIL & DARKVOID
# FAN: Asetek LCLC 120 Liquid Cooling System 120MM Radiator & Fan (Extreme Cooling Performance + Extreme Silent at 20dBA)
# FREEBIE_RM: None
# FA_HDD: None
# FLASHMEDIA: INTERNAL 12in1 Flash Media Reader/Writer (BLACK COLOR)
# FLOPPY: None
# HDD: Single Hard Drive (1TB (1TBx1) SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD)
# HDD2: None
# IEEE_CARD: None
# KEYBOARD: Xtreme Gear (Black Color) Multimedia/Internet USB Keyboard
# MOUSE: XtremeGear Optical USB 3 Buttons Gaming Mouse
# MONITOR: None
# MONITOR2: None
# MODEM: None
# MULTIVIEW: Non-SLI/Non-CrossFireX Mode Supports Multiple Monitors
# MOTHERBOARD: * Asus P6T SE Intel X58 Chipset CrossFireX Mainboard Triple-Channel DDR3/1600 SATA RAID w/ eSATA
# MEMORY: 6GB (2GBx3) DDR3/1600MHz Triple Channel Memory Module (Corsair or Major Brand)
# NETWORK: Onboard Gigabit LAN Network
# OVERCLOCK: No Overclocking
# OS: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium [+104] (64-bit Edition)
# POWERSUPPLY: 700 Watts Power Supplies [+10] (XtremeGear SLI/CrossFireX Ready Power Supply)
# PRINTER: None
# PRINTER_CABLE: None
# RUSH: NO; READY TO SHIP IN 5~10 BUSINESS DAYS
# SERVICE: STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT
# SPEAKERS: None
# SOUND: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO
# TEMP: None
# TVRC: None
# USB: Built-in USB 2.0 Ports
# USBHD: None
# USBX: None
# VIDEO: ATI Radeon HD 5770 1GB DDR5 16X PCIe Video Card [DirectX 11 Support] [+56] (Major Brand Powered by ATI)
# VIDEO2: None
# VIDEO3: None
# VC_PHYSX: None
# WNC: None
# XWNC1: Xterasys 802.11b/g/n Mini USB 2.0 Wireless Adapter [+24]

 

[gangstap]

I have rebuilt one taking into consideration all of your comments. How does this look everyone?
# CD: LG 22X DVD±/±RW + CD-R/RW Dual Layer Drive (BLACK COLOR)
# CD2: None
# CAS: Apevia X-Dreamer 3 Mid-Tower Gaming Case w/ Side-Panel Window & Temperature Display (Black Color with Black Ring & Blue LED Fan)
# CASUPGRADE: None
# CS_FAN: Default case fans
# CPU: Intel® Core™ i5-750 2.66 GHz 8M L2 Cache LGA1156
# FAN: Asetek LCLC 120 Liquid Cooling System 120MM Radiator & Fan (Extreme Cooling Performance + Extreme Silent at 20dBA)
# FREEBIE_RM: None
# FA_HDD: None
# FLASHMEDIA: INTERNAL 12in1 Flash Media Reader/Writer (BLACK COLOR)
# FLOPPY: None
# HDD: Single Hard Drive (1TB (1TBx1) SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD)
# HDD2: None
# IEEE_CARD: None
# KEYBOARD: Xtreme Gear (Black Color) Multimedia/Internet USB Keyboard
# MOUSE: XtremeGear Optical USB 3 Buttons Gaming Mouse
# MONITOR: None
# MONITOR2: None
# MODEM: None
# MULTIVIEW: Non-SLI/Non-CrossFireX Mode Supports Multiple Monitors
# MOTHERBOARD: * [CrossFireX/SLI] EVGA P55 TR Intel P55V Chipset DDR3 Socket 1156 mATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II RAID, 2 Gen2 PCIe, & 2 PCIe X1
# MEMORY: 4GB (2GBx2) DDR3/1600MHz Dual Channel Memory Module (A-Data Gaming Series with Heat Spreader [+19])
# NETWORK: Onboard Gigabit LAN Network
# OVERCLOCK: No Overclocking
# OS: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium (64-bit Edition)
# POWERSUPPLY: 700 Watts Power Supplies (* CoolerMaster Silent Pro [+78])
# PRINTER: None
# PRINTER_CABLE: None
# RUSH: NO; READY TO SHIP IN 5~10 BUSINESS DAYS
# SOFT1: Free 60 Days Microsoft® Office® 2007 (Words, Excel, Access, Power Point, Outlook + More) - Microsoft Windows OS Required
# SERVICE: STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT
# SPEAKERS: None
# SOUND: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO
# TEMP: None
# TVRC: None
# USB: Built-in USB 2.0 Ports
# USBHD: None
# USBX: None
# VIDEO: ATI Radeon HD 5850 1GB DDR5 16X PCIe Video Card [DirectX 11 Support] [+166] (Major Brand Powered by ATI)
# VIDEO2: None
# VIDEO3: None
# VC_PHYSX: None
# WNC: None
# XWNC1: Xterasys 802.11b/g/n Mini USB 2.0 Wireless Adapter [+24]

 

[gangstap]

it actually comes out to the same price as my original build lol.

 

[lothdk]

That looks like a much better build, but there are a few things.

The motherboard has very limited options in the BIOS and only supports up to 1333 memory.

Also, I know you said that the watercooling comes with the case, but could you not do this build in another case and save some money, seeing as you are not overclocking, there is no need for aftermarket cooling.

I just chuckle every time I see that description on the watercooling "Extreme Cooling Performance + Extreme Silent at 20dBA".

 

[gangstap]

The cooling comes with the package regardless of the case. I simply don't know what kind of case to get there are several options. I was thinking the same thing about the motherboard. Which motherboard would be best?

 

[saaiello]

OK do not go with the I5 with the 1156 socket i beleive is not gonna be upgradeable the only way to really future proof this build is to go with the I7

 

[gangstap]

thats a frustrating comment SAAIELLO!!! you guys are messing with my head. I am taking everyones opinions into considerations and I really appreciate all of them. Most people are saying that for what I want to do, go with the i5 750 so that I can afford the 5850. Is there a motherboard that would allow for upgrades for the i5 750?? I don't understand all of the elements and abbreviations that describe motherboards.

 

[saaiello]

Yes that is true will most likely be plenty but, your spending over 2000 on a system might as well spen an extra 200 and future proof your rig.

 

[saaiello]

The I5 runs on a diffrent socket then the I7 so its a diffrent motherboard I7 uses a socket 1366 and the new 6 core processors comeing out are on the 1366 socket. So for the sake of being able to upgrade in the future you will want a socket 1366. Thats just my opion

 

[gangstap]

the system I have put together is $1177 after S&H, so $200, relative to the cost I will already be incurring is a 17% price increase.

 

[saaiello]

Like i said im just stateing my thoughts on future proofing take it as you like if you feel this system will keep up in 2 3 years get it but IMO if I was building a new rig i wouldnt touch a socket 1156 thats just me.

 

[gangstap]

In 5 or 6 years, when my computer will no longer be able to run the games or programs with efficiency, I will buy a new computer. Upgradeability, aside from perhaps RAM or a GPU, is not my main focus when purchasing this. You guys have persuaded me to stick with an i5 750 and I think im ok with that. The next step is figuring out which motherboard is most beneficial keeping in mind my goals.

 

[saaiello]

LOLs

 

[gangstap]

Out of these motherboards, which should I get for my i5 750 and why?

- [CrossFireX] Asus P7P55D LE Intel P55 Chipset DDR3 LGA1156 ATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II RAID, 2 Gen2 PCIe X16, 2 PCIe X1, & 3 PCI [+30]

- [CrossFireX/SLI] Asus P7P55D Pro Intel P55 Chipset DDR3 LGA1156 ATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II RAID, 3 Gen2 PCIe, 2 PCIe X1 & 2 PCI [+82]

- ($30 off Mail-in Rebate) * [CrossFireX/SLI] Asus P7P55D Deluxe Intel P55 Chipset DDR3 ATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II RAID, 3 Gen2 PCIe, 2 PCIe X1 & 2 PCI [+146]

-[CrossFireX/SLI] Asus P7P55D-E Deluxe Intel P55 Chipset DDR3 LGA1156 ATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, IEEE1394, USB3.0, 2 x SATA-III RAID, 2 Gen2 PCIe, 3 PCIe X1, & 2 PCI [+186]

- ($20 off Mail-in Rebate) * [CrossFireX/SLI] EVGA P55 TR Intel P55V Chipset DDR3 Socket 1156 mATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II RAID, 2 Gen2 PCIe, & 2 PCIe X1 [+0]

-[CrossFireX/SLI] EVGA P55 FTW Intel P55 Chipset DDR3 ATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, Dual GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II RAID, 3 Gen2 PCIe, 1 PCIe X1 & 2 PCI [+120]

- [CrossFireX] GigaByte P55M-UD2 Intel P55 Chipset DDR3 uATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II RAID, 2 Gen2 PCIe, 2 PCIe X1 & 3 PCI [+6]

-($20 off Mail-in Rebate) [CrossFireX] GigaByte GA-P55A-UD3 Intel P55 Chipset DDR3 ATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB3.0, 2 x SATA-III, RAID, 2 Gen2 PCIe, 2 PCIe X1, & 3 PCI [+54]

- ($20 off Mail-in Rebate) [CrossFireX/SLI] GigaByte GA-P55A-UD4P Intel P55 Chipset DDR3 ATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB3.0, 2 x SATA-III, RAID, 2 Gen2 PCIe, 3 PCIe X1, & 2 PCI [+108]

-($30 off Mail-in Rebate) * [CrossFireX/SLI] GigaByte GA-P55-UD6 Intel P55 Express Chipset DDR3 ATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II, RAID, 3 Gen2 PCIe, 2 PCIe X1, & 2 PCI [+168]

-[CrossFireX/SLI] MSI P55-GD65 Intel P55 Chipset DDR3 ATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II RAID, 2 Gen2 PCIe, 2 PCIe X1 & 3 PCI [+79]

 

[JackNaylorPE]

Jack, I appreciate the constructive comments. What brand case would you recommend? I don't know what CAS # is. Don't know what you mean by HD HD. Don't know the resolution. As I have said before I'm not completely illiterate I have done a good deal of research but some of the details like this are still a little foreign to me.

1. Case / PSU Recommendations:

For twin GFX and Serious Overclocking

HAF 932 w/ Corsair HX850 $360
....................or
Antec 1200 w/ CP-850 $244

For single GFX Card and Serios Overclocking or twin GFX cards and moderate OC'ing

Antec 900 or 902 w/ EA-650 PSU
HAF 922 w/ Corsair TX650


2. HD = Hard Drive

3. Resolution = how many pixels or "dots" on screen....1920 x 1200 means 1920 pixels horizontally be 1200 vertically....more pixels = better image quality.