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    I5 with 770 or 780

    My cpu is a Core i5-4670 Haswell 3.4GHz LGA 1150 I can get a 4gb GTX 770 or a GTX 780 for about $50 more. Question is it worth it. Would my cpu bottleneck the 780? I will be provided playing Titanfall and Watch dogs at 1920x1080 or if I can 2560x1440 Thanks for any help :)
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    2560 x 1440 - video card ideas

    My current plan is to go with a GTX 780 as my mATX case is setup for single gpu. Will that be enough to game, mainly fps Titanfall..etc at 2560 x 1440 resolution? Should I go with the 780Ti instead or maybe duel GTX770's, I prefer single gpu if possible. However I have never ran at that...
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    Asus Gryphon mATX and Zalman cooler

    I am getting the Asus Gryphon mATX http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131977 I am looking at a cooler for it, non overclocking just something better than stock. My case is the INWIN Dragon Slayer http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811108236 I was thinking of going...
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    Duel Monitor Hz question

    I am looking at getting 1 ASUS VG248QE Black 24" 144Hz 1ms (GTG) as my main gaming monitor. I plan on running 120Hz. I will have a 2nd monitor, does it need to be the same Hz? I was thinking of going with a cheaper 1920x1080 60Hz. The 2nd monitor is basically for during work and other...
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    GTX780 or wait?

    I know no one can decide for me but really trying to figure out if I just bite the bullet now and build my new system with the GTX780 or wait till the new ones released. The build will last me 2-3years at least, so trying to get future proof as much as I can. I just know as soon as I buy it...
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    Alienware thoughts

    Ok, I am looking at getting an Alienware. Ya, there are other laptops but I like the design and need the cooling. However my concern is the graphics. Mx15 - 240mx 512mb or 260gtx Mx17 - ATI 4870 Any thoughts on when Alienware might upgrade either of those systems. I would really...
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    Odd problem very frustrating

    This is happening on 2 pc, 1 laptop and 1 new build I just did. My wife pc connects perfectly and never drops, this is only affecting me for some reason. Talking specific with new build. specs. Windows 7 64bit evga x58 I7 920 OCZ 6GB DDR3 Radion 4850 Linksys WMP300N - connecting to...
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    4850 vs 8800GTX - help

    Hey quick question. Friend has a 8800GTX and wants to replace it. Money is an issue so I recommended the 4850 with the possibility of 4870 if he finds a good deal. Am I correct in that the 4850 1Gig, would be a good upgrade and he will see a performance gain? He mainly plays WoW but does...
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    windows 7 on new build??

    Building a new pc for a friend. I was thinking of going with the Release condidate that just came out for Windows 7. Then get retail when it comes out. I kinda do not want to goto Vista for him with Win 7 coming out soon. He is going to use the pc for the following. Check mail Open...
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    Dell Dead - using Nforce 590 SLI MCP - what is option?

    Hey all, buddy of mine has a Dell XPS 710 that died on him. My troubelshooting points to a bad MB. It is currently using nForce 590 SLI MCP, it has a Intel Core 2 Duo. I have not yet determined clock speed of CPU. Going tomorrow to physical check box. If it is the MB, can he us one of the...
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    Virtualization questions

    I am looking at doing some virtualization and have some basic questions. The products I am looking at using are: virtualbox - home use only, not allowed at work. virtual pc 2007 virtual server 2005 sp1 2003 Server, loading virtual server 2005sp1 1. Can you assign the nic card in the...
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    Odd temp reading on new build

    I just built a new pc and so far everything is running fine. I setup speedfan, I am using the EVGA 123-YW-E175-A1 LGA 775 NVIDIA nForce 750i FTW SLI and E7200 Core 2 Duo proc. The odd temp is the core 1 and core 2 are about 7-10 degrees different. On my pc both core's are the same, I am...
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    4870 temps

    Currently doing stress test on new build. VisionTek 4870 - I did the fan speed change to 60. It is currently running at 78c, is that ok or too high?
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    New build

    Just did a new build for a friend. Asus P5QL-E Intel Core 2 Duo E7200 2.53 G.Skill 2GB 1066 DDR2 VisionTek Radeon 4870 OCZ Stealth 600w Build went very well, no major problems. I am stressing the system at the moment. The CPU temp is up to 57c. I read that 71c is max for cpu...
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    New build

    moved to cpu section.
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    PhysX + warhammer + video car?

    I have been doing some more reading and still undecided. Building 2 systems with the main game to play is Warhammer online. Specs E7200 Core @ Duo Res 1680x1050 2gig memory Win XP they want to play it at max settings and be able to RvR with a lot people in the zone. I have not played...
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    Help looking at 2 MBs

    I am building 2 systems and looking for a good price/performance/reliablity. I will not be OCing. I am looking for PCI 2.0. going to be using the GTX260 video card, not sli. The 2 boards I am looking at are: Asus P5N-D Nforce 750i and Asus P5Q P45 I would prefer to stay with...
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    Finally got it

    Picked up everything last night for the wife. Macbook Pro 2.4 Iphone .MAC subsciption 10.1megapixal Sony camera Now she is set for her trip. :) Anyone here use Ilife and .MAC? She will begin to setup the website, I was just curious on other peoples opinions and experience using Ilife...
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    Iphone download question

    Hello all. Anyone with an Iphone, how is the downloads? From what I have read, Edge is 2.5 where 3G is 3.0. Will this make a huge change? I know the rumors about new iphone coming next month. However, if I only use the internet occasionally, mainly Google maps would it work ok? I have...
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    Apple sale?

    Does Apple ever have a sale, such for Memorial day?
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    FSB question

    A friend is looking at getting the E4600 CPU which has an 800mhz FSB. The motherboard he is looking at states: FSB 1333/1066MHz The MB is: GIGABYTE GA-P35-DS3L LGA 775 Intel P35 Do MB normally support lower FSB, so will the CPU work? Thanks.
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    9600GT vs 9800GTX

    Ok, I know the 9800GTX would beat the 9600GT. What I have been looking for is a good review of both cards. I am building a new system for the wife and trying to see if the cost increase for 9800GTX compared to performance is really worth it. She currently plays WoW however the game we are...
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    OSX games

    I am getting the wife the Macbook Air in a couple of weeks for her trip. We are newbs when it comes to Mac. Does OSX have any little built in games to play? She will be on a 7+hr plane ride and traveling in a bus alot. I was thinking of getting some small games to play to help pass the time...
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    New to Mac Questions on MacBook Air

    I love MS just so you know, they keep me employed. :) My wife's Dell died couple of weeks ago and I will not ever buy another Dell. I build my own desktops and read Anand so I think I know little. :) Wife is going to Europe for a month trip. I am planning on getting the MacBook Air for...
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    What to use Linux for?

    Ok, I admit it. I am a MS fanboy :) What can I say, they keep me employeed. hehe I run Vista 64 on my home machine which I do everything on. I do school online/game/web etc. I would really like to get to know linux. My wife brought home the latest edition of Fedora and a text...
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    Wii component cable connection to HD TV

    I have an HD TV with 2 HD component inputs and HDMI input. I also 4 standard component inputs. My DVD/Xbox currently use the 2 HD inputs on the TV. Nothing is using the HDMI input. Can I buy an HDMI to HDMI cable and plug the Wii into the tv to get an HD signal? If so, is their a specific...
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    Wii harddrive?

    Ok, I just bought a Wii. I can not figure out if it has a harddrive to save games or do I need to buy a memory stick to save games? thx
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    P5K deluxe WiFi - odd problem with PCI

    Board is running great so far, no real problems under Vista 64. Except for 1 odd problem. Using the onboard sound, everything is fine. If I install my CreativeLabs X-FI extreme gamer sound card I get static. I have done the following: - in bios disabled onboard sound - downloaded and...
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    Reciever recommendation

    I am looking to expand my surround system and not sure how to do it yet. Here is my current setup. 55in Sony HD LCD Sony all-in-one home theatre 5-disk DVD Xbox 360 DVR surround sound - 5spks + 1 subwoofer I would like to be at least be able to have the DVD and DVR play though the...
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    Thermaltake Matrix VX review

    Hey all just wanted to give a quick review of the Thermaltake Matrix VX. I did a new build and chose this case from newegg based on 2x 120mm fans and H/L of case. Pros - light weight - 2x 120mm fans - screwless Cons - Video card that need 2 slots, you will have to cut out part of the...
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    P5K Deluxe - completed build - update with pics

    Ok, completed my build last night with the following. P5K Deluxe DDR2 Intel Core 2 Dul E6700 G.Skill 4GB (4x1gb) 4-4-4-12 Thermaltake Matrix VX Seagate 320GB Sata 3.0 Zalman 9700 NT + Arctic Silver 5 Scyth Silent 120mm fans x2 Hiper HPU 580w Lite-On 20x DVD Sata EVGA 8800GTS 320meg...
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    Speakers + headphones/mic

    I currently just use my headphones/mic for sound and ventrilo. However, I would like to put in some speakers. If I plug speakes into back of case, then I have to keep swapping them with the headphones to use vent. My case is inside of my computer desk and not easily accessable. If I use...
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    P5K Deluxe new build

    upgrading from system in sig, as you can see its been while since I did an upgrade :) Here is new system specs. Everything is purchased and should be here by next week. P5K Deluxe / WiFi Core 2 Duo E6700 Zalman 9700 110mm cooler seagate 320gb sata 3gb MS Vista 64bit Hiper 580w PS...
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    8900 release?

    Anyone have any idea or a best guess when Nvidia will release the 8900XX cards? I am building a new system and prefer to get the new 8900 if I am going to spend $600-700 on a video card. I have though about also getting the new P35, however decided not to wait for DDR3 to get into market more...
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    EVGA GTX question

    Hey all, I am slowly building a new pc to replace the one in my sig. My question is on video card and what is the difference between the 2 following. I know the one has a nicer cooling on it but is that all? Is it really worth it for the $50 more in cost for it? EVGA 8800GTX superclocked...
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    vista 32 or 64bit question

    I am upgrading to Cor2Duo and would like to goto 64bit vista to use 4gig ram. however i am concerned about the programs that can run. I mainly play EQ2 and supreme commander. I know 64bit has now been out a while, are alot of the problems fixed most things run now? thanks
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    Help with case choice and cooling for desk

    Hello all, I current have a really nice desk. http://www.ashleyfurniture.com/Showroom...d=Showroom&SetDomTab=2&ItemNo=H651-27T It is kidney shaped and the PC goes in left side area. It only has a small square towards the bottem in back for cooling. I am curently using a Li PC61 case but...
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    New Build - MB Question

    Hi all. Building a new pc for a friend. His budget is $1500. He mainly plays eq2, does not OC or need SLI vid cards. He wants Vista, as he will keep this rig for years. He prefers not having to upgrade later if possible. Here is what I am thinking so far. He has an ATX case so one is not...
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    Visa Premium does it require DX10 Vid card?

    It get the full effect of Vista premium home, do you need a DX10 card or a just a good DX9 one? thx
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    SFF that can hold an Nvidia 8800 card

    Hey all, im looking for an SFF that can handle the following. intel core 2 duo - non OC 2 gig memory 8800 seriers vid card - non sli 1 - DVDR 1 - HD 1 PSU that can handle it it will be in a cramped area so cooling needs to be somewhat decent, do not want to watercool. I saw the write...