Buying a new rig

**Beirut** · 06-03-2007, 14:04

Hmmm, now I'm looking at that Intel CPU...

**LeftEyeNine** · 06-03-2007, 15:20

AMDs are underdogs lately, Beirut-sama. As Husar mentioned, I'd recommend a thorough comparison between AMD and Intel before doing anything else, rather than purchasing one right away like a fanboy.

**Beirut** · 06-03-2007, 15:48

Originally Posted by LeftEyeNine

AMDs are underdogs lately, Beirut-sama. As Husar mentioned, I'd recommend a thorough comparison between AMD and Intel before doing anything else, rather than purchasing one right away like a fanboy.

Hey LEN,

Yeah, I'm taking a look at the Intel option. I like that the same MB will handle the E6700 CPU as well as the nutcase QX6700 (I think) if I ever get rich. I think the Intel will set me back an extra $100 over the AMD. I'm getting close to the over-budget zone. I'd also like to get 2x80GB HDs for my flight sims and those are about $60 each.

In any case, I want to order this thing today from my computer dude so I can fly next weekend.

**Gawain of Orkeny** · 06-03-2007, 17:03

Core 2 Duo or quad is the only way to go now days.

If your running on the edge of your budget you can do like I did and opt for the 8800GTS320. Its still a hell of a card and considerably cheaper. In fact mines factory overclocked as are many and actually runs faster than a 640. It can be had for well under $300.

**Beirut** · 06-03-2007, 18:44

Originally Posted by Gawain of Orkeny

Core 2 Duo or quad is the only way to go now days.

If your running on the edge of your budget you can do like I did and opt for the 8800GTS320. Its still a hell of a card and considerably cheaper. In fact mines factory overclocked as are many and actually runs faster than a 640. It can be had for well under $300.

I remembered your post about that and I checked the prices. Not much of a difference here, maybe around $60, but I'm going to look into it some more. Thanks.

(Also, I'm definitely going to SLI the card.)

**Gawain of Orkeny** · 06-03-2007, 19:54

(Also, I'm definitely going to SLI the card.)

Dont do it. Mines sli ready but thats only for ATI and again its a waste of money. One good card is plenty good enough.

**Beirut** · 06-03-2007, 22:56

Originally Posted by Gawain of Orkeny

Dont do it. Mines sli ready but thats only for ATI and again its a waste of money. One good card is plenty good enough.

Not sure what you mean by "only ATI". You can SLI Nvidia cards.

I wouldn't do it right now, maybe before winter. If my brain turns to goo and I go for a Vista DX10 scenario to fly FSX in all it's alleged glory, I might need the extra oompf.