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    The XFX GTX280 @ $450, is it worth getting now?

    As I was surfing around the many pc shopper websites, on the net, I am across what I think is a steall right now, for the GTX280. On brand, the XFX GTX280 is being sold for $450 at this website: XFX GTX280 @ mwave.com Is it primetime to get it now? or should I wait till after the release of...
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    What's the best micro ATX motherboard that could handle a highend card like a 9800GX2 or HD4870?

    I have been looking online for the best overall micro ATX motherboard that could handle one of the high-end videocards that are out, like the 9800GX2,GTX260, or HD4870? Would this handle one of those cards pretty well? ----> GIGABYTE GA-G31M-S2L Or is their a better one out their that I...
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    Maxed out entertainment rig, need help!!!

    I have decided to leave my pure gaming experience to consoles and have found what I really want from my new computer that I am building. I hope to do the following things and hope that anyone could lend a tip or two:thumbsup: Burn dvd and Blu-ray movies (home made of course ex: family...
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    SLI setup that beats a single GTX280?

    Having been reading that ATI's 4xxxs CF configurations out perform a single GTX280, is their even a sure enough SLI setup that beats a single GTX280 too? if someone knows of a thread in AT or know a link to a site showing a chart where SLI setups beat out a single GTX280, please lend a hand...
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    Should I get an XBOX360 Elite or should I spend my cash on something else?

    Hello everyone. I have been with Sony ever since PS1, i kinda skipped PS2 since I started getting into the pc gaming genre and just last year my girlfriend got me a PS3 for xmas and a PSP for my birthday. I have been always curious about the Xbox 360 and I am interested in some of their...
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    Out of all the 7xxi SLI boards this board had no problems

    ASUS P5N72-T Would this board be the real deal for getting a dependable 7xx board?? I know it has few reviews but the fact that it didnt show up as a bad board, would this be a 7xx board to get?
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    1 GTX280 / 2 GTX260s / or 3 9800GTX+s???

    Since the release of the GTX280 and the upcoming GTX260 and 9800GTX+s, I was wondering what configuration is the best of the best in terms of price and performance ratio I know the GTX280 will eventually become a powerful card with better drivers (assuming their will surely be better...
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    Would a Thermaltake Toughpower 850W PSU be enough for Dual GTX280s

    Would a PSU, like the Thermaltake Toughpower 850W, have enough to power 2 GTX280s/4870x2s?? I have read that it could, but its always best to get the surest facts up front.
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    2 GTX280s in SLI, worth it?

    I Have read the threads and posts of people, but something kept bugging me. Is it worth it to have Dual GTX280s in SLI? I have a 24 inch NEC monitor, do i need a bigger monitor to take advantage of Dual GTX280s? Most likely many would say its a waste right now, but is there still some benefit...
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    Best x48 board with best Overclocking potential?

    Whats the best X48 motherboard for best overall Overclocking ptential? and Best X48 for price + performance + dependability? As of now Basically researching of a X48 board with the most positive feedback
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    Could I get an actual 1080p response from this monitor, if I'm watching blu-ray?

    I have seen really good feedback from the DoubleSight DS-263n and have noticed from time to time its sold out/out of stock, but recently now its available at certain online stores. It being an IPS monitor, yet it has no HDMI, blu-ray movies are capable with this monitor(using an HDMI-DVI...
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    Thoughts on the Mozart TX Cube from Thermaltake

    Just curious if anyone in here has a Mozart casing and would care to share their thoughts on its durability and physical look. I noticed few people have ever reviewed it but its cool to read on reviews of a tall short tower per say. Thermaltake Mozart
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    Need help on either Dual or Quad

    I have been reading on Dual and Quad core cpu for the past months and I have this question regarding which would benefit me more and which one will hold me back and which one is basically useless with the extrea 2 cores or the lacking of 2 alike. What cpu would be the most ideal thing to...
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    HP LP3065 Black-Silver 30" inch LCD for gaming/movies?

    I have been looking online for a nice 30" inch monitor asap, for my computer. My system could run fluidly on a 30' inch based on some research and others who have a similar system. I wont delve into what gaming pc i have, but i know it could handle a 30" inch, but what kind? I came up with...
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    Good Lian-Li Gaming Tower?

    http://www.performance-pcs.com...=204&products_id=23783">Lian-Li case</a> Thinking of getting this case down the road, looks nice. What do you think?
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    Custom paint (interior and exterior) of a tower??

    I have this question regarding moding a tower in terms of giving it a new paint job. I have this co-worker of mine who has been customer painting cars and motorcycles and i was just wondering if its possible to custom paint a tower without damaging anything? (the case being just the case...
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    What kind of gaming pc could I make for under $1000?

    Hello I am new to anandtech forums and i was hoping anyone could help me. I am currently canvasing on what i could get to build a gaming computer for under $1000 at least. 22' inch monitor is a must, not sure of brand. will not be heading to an SLI path but need a board that would be a good...