Need some advice.

[DrZeto]

Hi, I'm in the process of upgrading my computer to be able to play the latest games again. I'm looking to get the most bang for the buck. So this is what I've decided for the moment:

Abit AB9 Pro
Intel Core 2 Duo E6600
Corsair TWIN2X 6400C4 DDR2, 2048MB CL4, E.P.P Technology
PowerColor Radeon X1950XTX 512MB GDDR4 or Asus GeForce 7900GTX 512MB GDDR3 (about the same price)

I need some good advice now:

1. I've heard that the Abit AB9 Pro has a lot of problems related to memory (especially Dual-Channel) and overclocking. Is this true? If it is, what should I choose instead?
2. I'm not to sure about the memory, it's very expensive. Will I really experience a huge difference in gaming with this memory compared to the much cheaper: Corsair Value S. PC5300 DDR2 2048MB ?
3. Are there any obvious bottlenecks in the configuration above?
4. Any better ideas? Or general advice?

 

[LouPoir]

I would suggest the Gygabyte GA-965P-DS3. Otherwise, looks good.


Lou

 

[stogez]

I would go with the DS3 and if you want most bang for buck, get the e6300 and OC it. Its always better to get good ram so it leaves you room to OC or if you decide to upgrade in the future. Also if you're not in a hurry, wait a couple weeks and see how the DX10 cards effect the prices of current cards. 8800s come out in two days so should see changes soon I think.

 

[pkme2]

IMO, So far, these seem to the popular choices on AT:

ASUS P5L-VM 1394 Socket T (LGA 775) Intel 945G
GIGABYTE GA-965P-DS3 Socket T (LGA 775) Intel P965
ASUS P5B-E Socket T (LGA 775) Intel P965
ASUS P5W DH DELUXE/WIFI-AP Socket T (LGA 775) Intel 975X

Check them out, see the other successful builds listed. Good building.

 

[dBTelos]

What PSU do you have? I hear the x1950XTX is power hungry.

 

[DrZeto]

Well, I need to change my PSU aswell, any suggestions?

 

[DrZeto]

I just realized something. If I install Vista some day, will I experience problems since i read that Vista is 64bit and Core 2 Duo isn't a real 64bit?

 

[oynaz]

There is no reason to buy expensive RAM if you do not plan on overclocking.

 

[dBTelos]

A Enhance ENP 460W (eWiz) or Masscool Nextherm 460W (newegg) would be best for your situation.