Ok I was just going to start a similar thread, so instead I will just tag along in this one.
I'm looking to upgrade from:
AMD Opteron 165 @2.4Ghz
DFI Lan Party
2x2GB RAM
NV 8800GT
I'm sticking with the 8800GT for right now.
I do moderate gaming, playing a fair amount of the newer titles (just not die-hard like I used to be).
I see my CPU being a major bottle neck as of late, and its just time to upgrae. HOWEVER, money is very tight. I need like a super-budget upgrade that will get me the most return on my dollar.
For now I will be sticking with Win7 32bit simply due to the $100 for a new license, but would like to go with 4GB of RAM to at least use the 3.25 or whatever 32bit can address.
I'll be happy to OC the CPU. While, I've never done it yet, I will take a stab at unlocking too.
MB need not be overly fancy. I don't need 100 SATA, or RAID, or anything crazy.
$$$ (or lack there of) is king in this instance.
Suggestions on CPU? MB? RAM?