Anything glaringly wrong with this system config?

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[Bovinicus]

Originally posted by: Budman

Originally posted by: Bovinicus
Excellent looking system. If you can afford another 512MB of memory, then go for it. Otherwise, single-channel performance will be 95-100% of what dual-channel performance would be. Plus, you have more room for upgradability down the line if you go with one 512MB stick right now. I think you are making the right choice. As well, I understand going with the 256MB version of the Radeon 9800 Pro if the difference is only $30. That card will last you quite a while.

How many time will we have to say it, this board DOES NOT SUPPORT dual channel so it's not even a consideration.

Dual-channel wasn't really the main reason I was suggesting he get another stick of memory anyway. The point is that more memory is always better. I was just trying to make him realize that dual-channel doesn't mean much in terms of real world performance anyway. Keep your panties on.

 

[RockGuitarDude]

Thats not necessary.. using ati tool on my 9800 Pro 128 meg, I've gotten well past XT speeds... You're better off running 128 Meg verion and popping a Thermaltake Giant III on there... It's a great cooler and money better spent. With the 256 version u might be able to get 2 fps more and thats just potentially tho as you will need to spend the money for a better HS anyways...

 

[Bovinicus]

Originally posted by: RockGuitarDude
Thats not necessary.. using ati tool on my 9800 Pro 128 meg, I've gotten well past XT speeds... You're better off running 128 Meg verion and popping a Thermaltake Giant III on there... It's a great cooler and money better spent. With the 256 version u might be able to get 2 fps more and thats just potentially tho as you will need to spend the money for a better HS anyways...

This statement will only hold true if you plan on upgrading the video card in a year or so anyway. If you plan on keeping the card as long as you can, then go 256MB.