You might be able to save a few bucks if you go with a retail cpu, since it will come with a heatsink and fan (only 7$ difference though). You also might get some savings if you wait til the 22nd and see if the intel price cuts give you another cheaper/better cpu option. Other than that, looks...
I have been trying to hold off on some of the parts till the price drop but man, after all these years with my old system.... I can't wait to get this thing built :P I'll go ahead and order stuff I can find good deals on now, like my hard drive and such. Then it's the long, torturous wait...
Thanks for the insight guys. I have a hard time locating information such as mobo/ram brand issues on the internet.
Blain - Good points, pretty much what I was considering doing.
JediYoda - Switched to the Enermax 500w PSU. This should be enough for future vid card upgrades etc for...
Ok, I finally have the time/money/interest all at the same time for a new gaming system.. I am trying to put something together that will last me at least 2-4 years. I am also able to do some overclocking, but nothing over the top. Price range is $800-1200ish
Upgrading from this bad boy...
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