Feedback on this AMD Machine

[lolwut]

Hi There,

I haven't built any AMD machine before, but I'm willing to build one now 😉

I selected most of the items and I'm interested in reading your feedback on this new system.

CPU:
http://www.amazon.com/AMD-HDZ940XCGIBOX-Phenom-3-0GHz-Processor/dp/B001NFT2RI/

GPU:
http://www.amazon.com/MSI-R4770-T2D512-Express-CrossFire-Supported/dp/B0027P9C7I/

HDD:
http://www.amazon.com/Western-Digital-Caviar-Drive-WD5000AAKS/dp/B000RT5AE0/

MOBO:
http://www.amazon.com/MSI-790GX-G65-790GX-DDR3-Motherboard/dp/B001V9KQPS/

Main Memory:
http://www.amazon.com/OCZ-OCZ3P13334GK-PC3-1066-1333MHz-Platinum/dp/B0013HC36S/

Also,
Is this Power Supply an international one?
http://www.amazon.com/OCZ-OCZ600MXSP-ModXStream-Power-Supply/dp/B001EYV690/

Thanks in Advance!

 

[Fortunex]

The build looks pretty good, but I'd grab a Caviar Black instead of that Blue.

 

[lolwut]

The build looks pretty good, but I'd grab a Caviar Black instead of that Blue.

Thanks for your help,

I'm wondering what's the difference between Black and Blue. thanks.

 

[Fortunex]

Blues are more mainstream, blacks are aimed at enthusiasts, but with the tiny price differences, there's really no reason to not get a black. I'm too tired to look up all of the differences, that's something you'd have to do.

 

[lolwut]

Blues are more mainstream, blacks are aimed at enthusiasts, but with the tiny price differences, there's really no reason to not get a black. I'm too tired to look up all of the differences, that's something you'd have to do.

Thaaaaanks for the help, really appreciated.

btw, I've never built an AMD machine before, is there any compatibility problems with what I've selected?

Also, Do you know if that Power Supply works on 110 and 240 Volts? (International) ?

 

[IH8U]

Yes that PSU will work on 100-240v (had a friend of mine get the 700w version). In Germany ATM.

 

[lolwut]

Yes that PSU will work on 100-240v (had a friend of mine get the 700w version). In Germany ATM.

Thanks for the help. I can't wait for that GPU to come out and place my order.

 

[sprucebr1]

Looks good, My only thought is about the CPU. Will the AM2+ x4 920/940 work with AM3 motherboard? I think it will, though I'm pretty sure only AM3 CPU's will work with DDR3 RAM. If your going with the AM2+ CPU, get a 790X AM2+ motherboard. Otherwise change to the x3 720BE and get the AM3 mobo. I only suggest this so that there's no compatibility issue later. I belive AM3 CPU's work with AM2+ mobo's, just not the other way around. (AM2+ CPU and AM3 mobo) Anyway, get the Caviar Black 640GB and your good. Hope that helps.

 

[Helloworld_98]

the 940 won't work with that mobo!!!!

you need either an am2+ mobo or switch that CPU for a 945 or 955 BE.

 

[lolwut]

the 940 won't work with that mobo!!!!

you need either an am2+ mobo or switch that CPU for a 945 or 955 BE.

What do you think of this one?

http://www.amazon.com/MSI-DKA790GX-790GX-HDMI-Motherboard/dp/tech-data/B001IZZ7EK/

Also, Could any one help me choosing the Best Budget CPU Cooler for this Processor?