Questions about new computer parts

[Summiner]

I am not really that knowledgeable on all of the computer hardware terms. I know some about computers (enough to put all the parts in the right places and build a machine from the ground up) just not what all the tech stuff means.

I use my computer mainly for gaming and am looking to get a lot of new parts.

A friend of mine recomened the following parts:

Video Card: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814150130

Ram: (2x) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=0-N82E16820145505

Processer: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a...103531&ATT=19-103-531&CMP=OTC-d3alt1me

MoBo: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16813131540

My question to you is: Will all these parts be good and compatible for gaming? I only have about $800 - $850 to spend, and want to get a new Video Card, Ram, Processer, and Mobo. If not please tell me why, and if you have any other suggestions feel free to tell me

And also, when I put in a new processer and mobo, will I have to reformat any of my hard drives?

 

[aniruddha23]

Why dont u go for the Dual core 3800 instead? I know it wont directly help in gaming performance but multi tasking should definitely improve.

Or is the 3800 single core better at games than dual core? I have no clue just putting it out there.

 

[MiranoPoncho]

Hello,
Yes, they will be compatible. As for reformatting, Windows reccomends you do so, however, it ihas been found that all you have to to is insert the install disc and select the repair function after all devices are hooked up. As for gaming, Why not look into a dual core processor for only $15 more, or if you are a die-hard single core fan, Why not check out a superb overclocking cpu instead? Hope this helps, and game on.

 

[imported_rod]

VC: XFX 6800
RAM: 2x CORSAIR ValueSelect 1GB DDR 400
PROC: AMD Athlon 64 3800+ Venice
MoBo: ASUS A8N-SLI Premium

These parts should all work together.
I'm assuming you already have HDD/DVD/CASE/PSU + MON/KB/MSE/SPK.
You may need to consider a new PSU, since this is a decently powerful system.

Originally posted by: aniruddha23
Why dont u go for the Dual core 3800 instead? I know it wont directly help in gaming performance but multi tasking should definitely improve.
Or is the 3800 single core better at games than dual core? I have no clue just putting it out there.

The 3800+ X2 will perform as well or better than the single-core 3800+. New games like COD2/FEAR use both cores to some extent. And old games will benefit because they will have an entire core to themselves, while the other core runs the O/S, and background apps like virus, firewall etc...

RoD

 

[leigh6]

All of your components will work. BUT. THere is no reason to get an SLI board, unless you are buying 2 video cards.

I would downgrade your motherboard and upgrade your video card. There are many threads on the epox, dfi, asrock, etc. boards.

 

[Summiner]

Thanks for the awsome and fast replys!

Switched out the motherboard for: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?item=N82E16813131569

It looks pretty much the same just not SLI and ~$70 cheeper.

Swithced the video card for: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?item=N82E16814130267

And I had a few questions about dual core.

Will the single core be better for gaming overall? I have heard some reviews where people said they had to switch it to single core to be able to play the game.

And is it easy to set one core for gaming, and one core of apps, or does it do it auto?