building a new system. Seekin insight!

[Caladin2]

im building a new system and I wanted your insight. I alo want to know how powerful a powersupply I need. THe case comes with a 350. Will that do?

CASE ?BLACK?
ANTEC Solution Series Super Mid Tower Case w/ 350W Power Supply, Model "SLK3700AMB" $65

CPU
AMD ATHLON 64 3500+ 512K S939 2.2GHZ (RETAIL) $347
THERMALRIGHT XP-120 P4/K8 CPU HEATSINK - $50

MEMORY
(2) Corsair Value Select (Dual Pack) 184 Pin 1G(512MBx2) DDR PC-3200 - OEM $285

DVD±R/RW
NEC 8X Dual-Layer DVD+/-RW ND-2510A $67

FLOPPY DRIVE
SAMSUNG 1.44MB BLACK FLOPPY DRIVE $10

MOTHERBOARD
MSI K8N NEO2 PLATINUM NFORCE3 ULTRA S939 $145

VIDEO CARD
eVGA GeForce 6800 GT 256-MB $410 ($383)

HARDDRIVE
PRIMARY $180
74GB Western Digital Raptor SATA 10,000 RPM 8MB Cache Model WD740GD

STORAGE $173
250GB Hitachi 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive, Model HDS722525VLSA80

POWER SUPPLY
Antec 480 watt 120mm fan ATX 12V v2.0 power supply, Active PFC, Model "NeoPower" $121

 

[IanE]

I'd go with a 400w+ PSU for that CPU and graphics card.

Other than that, I'd say either system should rule. You don't really need the 2-2-2-5 memory though... check out So's PC3200 Mem. guide.

Ian

 

[laurenlex]

Why are you comparing a $350 AMD to a $200 Intel processor? What will you be using the computer for? I have read here that high dollar memory is not worth it in the price/performance comparison.

 

[Caladin2]

thanks for the responses. Basicly these will be for gaming and I have always owned Intels. Just trying to get a fill from the members here and see what Ifo I get from the replys. I will check out that memory guide.

Are saying that this memory will work like a champ?
http://www.newegg.com/app/View...=20-145-440&depa=0

 

[Gumby16]

I suggest at least a 400W PSU. More importantly, make sure there is plenty of amperage on the 12V rail. Most stock, generic PSUs come with maybe 12 amps. To drive a high power system like you're building, you'll want at least 16 amps, more if you plan to expand later. Many instability problems are caused by low quality PSUs, so I suggest a high quality supply. Personally, I have an Antec SL450 which has never given me any problems and supplies 18+ amps (can't remember exactly off the top of my head).

Other than that, your setup looks awesome. I've always preferred AMD myself, but either of these systems will give you great performance.

 

[Caladin2]

I really like the look and stuff that the Antec 480W Neopower Modular PSU? Hows does that one look?

 

[Gumby16]

Looks perfect for your system.

 

[SonicIce]

The 3500+ will destroy the 3.0C in games. As for the memory, dont waste your money on flashy stuff, low latencies, etc. Some PC-3200 CAS 3 or 2.5 will be fine. With such a powerful processor and a 6800GT, you might want to look into a nice Antec 380 watt (or greater)power supply. Maybe just get the $98 Antec Sonata?