New Computer Build
I just grabbed the first part of my new computer build yesterday. An Antec DF-35 and had a couple of questions about what motherboard and processor version I should get.
I've already decided on the processor, an AMD 1090t just not to sure if should get the black edition or not. I've noticed quite a few of the higher end motherboards I've been looking at come with something to unlock CPU cores. Should I invest in the black edition or just get the regular one with a motherboard that has an unlocker? Any motherboard suggestions??
Also, any idea on the voltage of power supply I should be getting?
Once everything is said and done I want my computer to look pretty much like this..
Case: Antec DF-35
CPU: AMD 1090t
RAM: 8 gigs DDR3
GPU: 1gb nVidia GeForce 9800GT
Hard drives: 160g & 500g & A terra
Motherboard: ???
Power Supply: ???
I've already decided on the processor, an AMD 1090t just not to sure if should get the black edition or not. I've noticed quite a few of the higher end motherboards I've been looking at come with something to unlock CPU cores. Should I invest in the black edition or just get the regular one with a motherboard that has an unlocker? Any motherboard suggestions??
Also, any idea on the voltage of power supply I should be getting?
Once everything is said and done I want my computer to look pretty much like this..
Case: Antec DF-35
CPU: AMD 1090t
RAM: 8 gigs DDR3
GPU: 1gb nVidia GeForce 9800GT
Hard drives: 160g & 500g & A terra
Motherboard: ???
Power Supply: ???
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Unlocking CPU cores only applies to a select number of AMD CPUs, none in the class of products you're looking at.
For motherboards, I recommend the Gigabyte 890FXA-UD5.
And as for the PSU, it's pretty hard to go wrong with the OCZ ModXStream Pro 700W. That unit is a good balance of price/performance, and should last you a while given your upgrade habits.
//EDIT: You mentioned in another thread that you were interested in purchasing an SSD. Do you want some advice for that as well?
What is the goal of the system? Gaming, multimedia, content creation?
As far as the motherboards go, I was actually looking at the exact model so that's good!
PSU, that's a fair chunk of change for a power supply. Will prob not go with that exact model but 700W is about the range I should be aiming for?
p.s. Yup! Give me all your SSD knowledge!
Edit: Goal of this computer? HD Gaming with dabbling into video editing and texture/map creation
As for SSDs, the 60GB OCZ Vertex 2 is the best bargain in the SSD UNIVERSE!
AMD 1090t (or similar 6 core AMD cpu. Maybe the 1075?)
8 Gigs DDR3 Ram (not gonna need anymore then 8 so sorting it into 4 slots is ok)
Motherboard
Power Supply
Made a bet I could build a top of the line computer with $600. If it's not happening that's cool but it'd be nice to show it's possible!
For a quality no frill's 550 watt unit, you might consider this. If your going to stick with a single mid range graphics card going forward, you will be fine, but it could limit your upgrade options down the road, something to keep in mind.
The HD gaming demands the extra cores (The game is APB:Reloaded if anyone is wondering) and while running emulators it would definitely help out. As far as texture, map creation and video editing the more cores the better
Came to the realization that with the amount of other stuff besides gaming I'm going to be doing it's not really worth going for the 6 core. Overclocking is more important at this point...
EDIT: Went and got the motherboard, CPU and nice stick of Cossair Vengance 4gig RAM. I'm going to be coming in under budget by about 50$ (Including taxes) after I get the power supply saturday. Got a AMD 965 quad and an ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO since the price was right
If that's the case, then I would suggest the Corsair TX-750 V2 for $104.99 and also has a $15 rebate, dropping it down to $90. Shipping is free on it too. This psu did excellently in tests on jonnyGURU (9.5/10 rating) and HardOCP (Silver Award) and you get a relatively inexpensive psu that gives you almost 80+ Bronze performance, plus a 5 year warranty.
Side Note: Upgrading from 32 to 64 bit is a pain in the ass. I hate doing back ups
Integrated fan controllers are a must. The case I picked up has them and It's going to do a world of good once overclocking is happening!
Got any idea what the rest of the build is going to look like? You going to be overclocking in that case? I think you should!
I've over-clocked this system a bit, but honestly, I'm really pleased with how it runs stock. I know there are faster systems, but I'm getting great service from what I have and it all has stayed very cool in the past.
Your going to love that Phenom II 975. I ran the 955 for a while, and it was a great over-clocker, easy to to do too with the unlocked multiplier it gives you allot of flexibility. As mature as that chip design is now, I bet you will get a really great over-clock, I've read most people are doing over 4.0 without even trying that hard.
It's gonna be great when it gets up and running!!
(Have you used the 1055t yet? Opinions? I was going to go for a 6 but I decided a 4 would be more beneficial for gaming...)
Sorry to say, but that psu isn't playing in the same court. FSP Epsilon based, if I'm not mistaken. And Epsilon units have had problems with ripple in the higher ranges. That is the same psu as here on Newegg, and if you look at the pics at the label pic, they don't even give you a max 12v rail rating. You are better going with that Antec Earthwatts 650. BTW, I have no vested interest one way or the other with any psu company. I just recommend what I think would be the better choice, and to be frank, OCZ has a bit of a checkered past with power supplies. Some have been stellar and some have been really meh to borderline.
And Thrax is right about your heatsink and overclocking your system. Read some reviews and ask about your choices when you have narrowed it down. I test in Intel systems but have seen a lot of the AMD mounts that go with the heatsinks and probably tell you whether they have a good AMD mounting system or not.
CASE: Antec DF-35 - $92.99
MOBO: Gigabyte 870AUD3 - $117.99
CPU: AMD Phenom II 965 BE - $134.99
RAM: Corsair Vengeance 4Gb DDR3 - $54.99
PSU: 700W OCZ Modstream Pro - $80.99
Total Price: $544.61 (Including tax)
All in all I think it worked out well. My original budget had tax extra and 4 gigs more in RAM but for now it's perfect. With the amount remaining another RAM stick wouldn't be a problem at all!