New build input :)

[racerx5410]

I've been compiling a list of components which I'll be using with an existing antec full sized tower case. The main use for this rig will be primarily for gaming (wow) and anything else I might consider playing. I won't be buying a new monitor since i'll be sticking with what I have (dell 2001fp)

The components...

Asus p6t Deluxe

Intel Core i7 920 Nehalem 2.66 Ghz

EVGA geforce 896-p3-1260 GTX 260 896 MB 448 bit DDR3

Creative 70Sb0880000004 7.1 PCI express X-fi Titanium

Corsair XMS3 6GB (3 X 2GB) 240 pin DDR3 TR3XG1333C9 1333 Triple Channel kit

WD Caviar Black 1TB SATA 3.0 drive OEM

Samsung SH-223F 22X DVD durner

Antec True Power Trio Tp3-650 650 Watt ATX 12V SLI certified Power supply

Windows vista homr premium sp1 64 bit OEM

Thoughts and opinions are highly appreciated.

 

[zerocool84]

I would say to just use onboard sound but your system looks good.

 

[racerx5410]

Would the stock HSF be sufficient for overclocking or should I go aftermarket for the fan....also, which HSF would you guys recommend.

As for the soundcard....is onboard audio up to par with a soundcard?

 

[DSF]

I'm not sure you're really getting your money's worth building an i7 system just for WoW.

 

[akshatp]

Originally posted by: DSF
I'm not sure you're really getting your money's worth building an i7 system just for WoW.

I agree.. Get a core 2 duo E7200 or E8300 should be fine for what you are doing

Also you should be okay with DDR2 1066 ram like this
http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16820231226

And a slightly less expensive PSU
http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16817341010

 

[racerx5410]

Thanks for the recommendations guys

 

[yh125d]

I second the overkill for WoW. The rig in my sig runs WoW at max everything (shadows too) at 1920x1080 with like 30fps in dalaran, and that's with a mid-low end GPU. i7/ddr3 not needed