Greetings, first post on boards so hello to all!
Anyways, I was wanting some comments on my build to see what others thought who may have the same video card.
I went with the 5850 after reading several benchmarks showing a not too wide margin in performance between itself and its big brother the 5870.
My problem is I'm battling the natural "Man Sense" that dictates I have the biggest E Peen on the block when in reality I probably don't need it and its associated higher cost. So, with that said, here I am for some reassurance that the 5850 will pull its weight under my needs and that I shouldn't need any more.
The games I will be playing are MWF2, L4D2, and probably some modern RTS's. Resolution at 1680x1050 (For now) @ Max detail.
My build is as follows;
Asus Radeon 5850
Phenom II X4 955
MSI 790FX-GD70
OCZ Obsidian 4gb 2x2
Antec 300
Raidmax Hybrid 2 RX-730SS 730 Watt
The ram is a little questionable but was included in a combo deal with the mobo and CPU. (Its had some hit and miss reviews)
I could have also gotten a better PSU, but it was a good price and seemed to fit my needs.
Before comments are made I would like to point out that the goal made with myself when I decided I was going to build a new rig was try to build a power house at or under a $1000. This build came in at $1035 once the HD, OS, DVD drive and all that jazz was added. Knowing that my rig would not be top-end I went with a mobo that left tons of room for expansion on later dates.
Your comments and suggestions are greatly appreciated. I used to build my own gaming rigs for years but as soon as i started in the oilfield my gaming went on the wayward side as Ive used a laptop only now for 3 years and I've lost touch with my hardware prowess.
PS.
(Shame on you newegg for jacking the price on the 58xx's to gouge those who are lucky enough to get in on one. I know its business, and a tried and true business tactic, but your supposed to be the gamers go-to place. I watched the price go up on all their 5870's last night alone.)
Anyways, I was wanting some comments on my build to see what others thought who may have the same video card.
I went with the 5850 after reading several benchmarks showing a not too wide margin in performance between itself and its big brother the 5870.
My problem is I'm battling the natural "Man Sense" that dictates I have the biggest E Peen on the block when in reality I probably don't need it and its associated higher cost. So, with that said, here I am for some reassurance that the 5850 will pull its weight under my needs and that I shouldn't need any more.
The games I will be playing are MWF2, L4D2, and probably some modern RTS's. Resolution at 1680x1050 (For now) @ Max detail.
My build is as follows;
Asus Radeon 5850
Phenom II X4 955
MSI 790FX-GD70
OCZ Obsidian 4gb 2x2
Antec 300
Raidmax Hybrid 2 RX-730SS 730 Watt
The ram is a little questionable but was included in a combo deal with the mobo and CPU. (Its had some hit and miss reviews)
I could have also gotten a better PSU, but it was a good price and seemed to fit my needs.
Before comments are made I would like to point out that the goal made with myself when I decided I was going to build a new rig was try to build a power house at or under a $1000. This build came in at $1035 once the HD, OS, DVD drive and all that jazz was added. Knowing that my rig would not be top-end I went with a mobo that left tons of room for expansion on later dates.
Your comments and suggestions are greatly appreciated. I used to build my own gaming rigs for years but as soon as i started in the oilfield my gaming went on the wayward side as Ive used a laptop only now for 3 years and I've lost touch with my hardware prowess.
PS.
(Shame on you newegg for jacking the price on the 58xx's to gouge those who are lucky enough to get in on one. I know its business, and a tried and true business tactic, but your supposed to be the gamers go-to place. I watched the price go up on all their 5870's last night alone.)
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