Hey guys. I'm building a new computer, and recently realized I could spend more than I originally budgeted for. With that being the case, instead of using my old 75GB Raptor, I've decided to get a new HD for my OS, Programs, & Games.
This computer will be used for a lot of different things, many of them at the same time. It will be used for Gaming (every spare second I have), feeding my 42" 1080p Plasma, remote network administration, and even the occational video encode/decode (along with the usuall stuff like browsing, e-mail, etc).
Price is a SLIGHT concern, but not really all that much. My main question is if a SSD is that much better than a regular HD? Because I'm looking for HIGH reliability, and HIGH performance as well.
Specs for the new Machine are below:
Intel Core i7 950 (CPU) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115211
Corsair Dominator 6GB (3 x 2GB RAM) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145224
eVGA E758-A1 3-Way SLI (MoBo) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813188039
Antec CP-850 (PSU) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371024
Antec 1200 (Case) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129043
Asus DVD Rom (DVD since old one is IDE) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129043
Plextor DVD Burner (DVD Burner since old one is IDE) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827249054
I'll be re-using my dual eVGA 8800 GTS's (SLI).
I'm leaning toward SSD, but I'd like some input before I take the plunge. Thanks for the help!
This computer will be used for a lot of different things, many of them at the same time. It will be used for Gaming (every spare second I have), feeding my 42" 1080p Plasma, remote network administration, and even the occational video encode/decode (along with the usuall stuff like browsing, e-mail, etc).
Price is a SLIGHT concern, but not really all that much. My main question is if a SSD is that much better than a regular HD? Because I'm looking for HIGH reliability, and HIGH performance as well.
Specs for the new Machine are below:
Intel Core i7 950 (CPU) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115211
Corsair Dominator 6GB (3 x 2GB RAM) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145224
eVGA E758-A1 3-Way SLI (MoBo) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813188039
Antec CP-850 (PSU) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371024
Antec 1200 (Case) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129043
Asus DVD Rom (DVD since old one is IDE) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129043
Plextor DVD Burner (DVD Burner since old one is IDE) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827249054
I'll be re-using my dual eVGA 8800 GTS's (SLI).
I'm leaning toward SSD, but I'd like some input before I take the plunge. Thanks for the help!