If you had $500, what's the best mobo/cpu/memory combo for performance?

[neutralizer]

Okay I'll do that, but wait... I'm having doubts, it's worth it more to go the Intel track than the AMD track, right?

 

[Murr]

Originally posted by: neutralizer
Okay I'll do that, but wait... I'm having doubts, it's worth it more to go the Intel track than the AMD track, right?

Haha well I dont want an AMD vs Intel argument. Lets just say that overall, AMD is better value, Intel is better performance right now. But personally I think its a wise decision to go with Intel and get the 800 Mhz FSB. What is it, an extra $100 or so? I think its definitly worth it.

 

[neutralizer]

Well, someone had me look at it this way. The Intel track is 25% more expensive than the AMD track. Is it going to offer 25% more performance?

 

[Murr]

Originally posted by: neutralizer
Well, someone had me look at it this way. The Intel track is 25% more expensive than the AMD track. Is it going to offer 25% more performance?

Not quite. But it would be significantly more future proof and significantly faster. But if you're low on cash, AMD is definitly a great value. But I personally think you'd earn that $100 back and then some over time with the Intel setup.

 

[neutralizer]

Alright, you convinced me, thanks.

 

[FishTankX]

Also if i'm not mistaken the i865PE is dual channel, only.

 

[GTaudiophile]

Originally posted by: shady06
8rda+= $85
2500+ = $93
2 sticks of 512 pc3200 XMS = $200

Agreed. A friend of mine just bought those exact same items (plus a Radeon 9500 PRO).

 

[neutralizer]

Originally posted by: FishTankX
Also if i'm not mistaken the i865PE is dual channel, only.

Nope, i865pe is single channel/dual channel.