System Comparison

2009-07-28 19:16:35

#1

nickb64: formerly from OC (it's EXACTLY like on tv)[truth]; +77|5872|Greatest Nation on Earth(USA)

Could you guys compare the system I plan to build and my friend's system?
-folding@home points it could generate in 12 hours of use @ 90% usage
-Recommended BF2 Settings
-Lifespan for games/regular use

Also:
-Should I get Logitech G9 mouse???
-What would I use this for??? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a … 6812816052

Friend's Specs:
Proc: E8400 @ stock
Mobo: Gigabyte something or other(will update when he emails me the info)
RAM: 4 GB DDR2 1066 i think
GFX: 9800 GTX+
OS: Vista Home Premium x64
Case: CM Centurion 5

My Prospective Build:
Proc: q9550 (will try OC'ing)
CPU Cooling: Xigmatek Dark Knight or RS1283
Mobo: P5Q Pro Turbo (or similar) (Will this support SLI???)
RAM: OCZ DDR2 1066 (4*2 GB)
Case: CM Centurion 590 (fan slots filled)
GFX: EVGA GTX 260/275 maybe
OS: Vista Home Premium x64 with upgrade to Windows 7 after release

EDIT: gave up on SLI, added possibility of better GFX card (GTX 275)

Last edited by nickb64 (2009-07-28 19:35:13)

2009-07-28 19:20:38

#2

jsnipy: ...; +3,277|6783|...

penis contest?

2009-07-28 19:22:14

#3

FloppY_: +1,010|6547|Denmark aka Automotive Hell

Protip: Only Nvidia chipsets support SLi

Which is why you should get ATi

Your thoughts, insights, and musings on this matter intrigue me

2009-07-28 19:24:30

#4

nickb64: formerly from OC (it's EXACTLY like on tv)[truth]; +77|5872|Greatest Nation on Earth(USA)

jsnipy wrote:
penis contest?

He bought a few months ago and I want to get a computer to last longer because I am poor and can't afford constant upgrades.

2009-07-28 19:27:58

#5

FloppY_: +1,010|6547|Denmark aka Automotive Hell

nickb64 wrote:
jsnipy wrote:
penis contest?
He bought a few months ago and I want to get a computer to last longer because I am poor and can't afford constant upgrades.

durrrrr

If you are poor going SLi / Crossfire is just stupid... not worth the price...

Your thoughts, insights, and musings on this matter intrigue me

2009-07-28 19:31:01

#6

nickb64: formerly from OC (it's EXACTLY like on tv)[truth]; +77|5872|Greatest Nation on Earth(USA)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a … 6813131231

I can afford this, would it be decent?

I won't be able to afford upgrades for at least 2 years, so I want to be somewhat prepared...

I plan to get a job @ some point next year to be able to upgrade sometimes, but it will not be frequent upgrading.

2009-07-28 19:34:33

#7

CrazeD: Member; +368|6934|Maine

nickb64 wrote:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a … 6813131231

I can afford this, would it be decent?

I won't be able to afford upgrades for at least 2 years, so I want to be somewhat prepared...

I plan to get a job @ some point next year to be able to upgrade sometimes, but it will not be frequent upgrading.

Ewwwww nVidia board.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a … 6813128358 tbh.

It doesn't support SLi but if you are on a budget you really shouldn't be interested in SLi to begin with. It does, however, support Crossfire.

2009-07-28 19:37:17

#8

nickb64: formerly from OC (it's EXACTLY like on tv)[truth]; +77|5872|Greatest Nation on Earth(USA)

Edited OP: gave up on SLI, added GTX 275 to possible Specs.

Recommend similar price/performance ATI card, I am willing to go ATI if convinced. I have only had NVIDIA so far, and it was pretty good...

2009-07-28 19:43:41

#9

jsnipy: ...; +3,277|6783|...

CrazeD wrote:
nickb64 wrote:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a … 6813131231

I can afford this, would it be decent?

I won't be able to afford upgrades for at least 2 years, so I want to be somewhat prepared...

I plan to get a job @ some point next year to be able to upgrade sometimes, but it will not be frequent upgrading.
Ewwwww nVidia board.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a … 6813128358 tbh.

It doesn't support SLi but if you are on a budget you really shouldn't be interested in SLi to begin with. It does, however, support Crossfire.

I have to agree with CrazeD here. After having quite a few of them I was just fed up. They are so finicky. Good riddance.

Last edited by jsnipy (2009-07-28 19:43:58)

2009-07-28 20:00:23

#10

DUnlimited: got any popo lolo intersting?; +1,160|6724|cuntshitlake

FloppY_ wrote:
If you are poor going SLi / Crossfire is just stupid... not worth the price...

Untrue. SLI/CF give you the possibility to add in another card and get a very decent performancce boost later, when the card prices have drop (I mean second-hand, the prices drop under 50% in less than 6 months)

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2009-07-28 20:42:57

#11

nickb64: formerly from OC (it's EXACTLY like on tv)[truth]; +77|5872|Greatest Nation on Earth(USA)

DeathUnlimited wrote:
FloppY_ wrote:
If you are poor going SLi / Crossfire is just stupid... not worth the price...
Untrue. SLI/CF give you the possibility to add in another card and get a very decent performancce boost later, when the card prices have drop (I mean second-hand, the prices drop under 50% in less than 6 months)

That's kind of what I was thinking, because I figured prices will drop when newer GFX cards like the GT300's come out and I could get secondhand of what I had too.

2009-07-28 21:00:06

#12

CrazeD: Member; +368|6934|Maine

nickb64 wrote:
DeathUnlimited wrote:
FloppY_ wrote:
If you are poor going SLi / Crossfire is just stupid... not worth the price...
Untrue. SLI/CF give you the possibility to add in another card and get a very decent performancce boost later, when the card prices have drop (I mean second-hand, the prices drop under 50% in less than 6 months)
That's kind of what I was thinking, because I figured prices will drop when newer GFX cards like the GT300's come out and I could get secondhand of what I had too.

Well then just get the board I suggested, and then get an ATi HD4850, 4870, or 4890. You can Crossfire any of them down the road, they'll be cheaper later down the road then the nVidia's, and they scale better in CF.

2009-07-28 21:23:36

#13

nickb64: formerly from OC (it's EXACTLY like on tv)[truth]; +77|5872|Greatest Nation on Earth(USA)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLi … rder=PRICE

What one would you recommend, I was thinking one with 1GB RAM

2009-07-28 22:01:09

#14

nickb64: formerly from OC (it's EXACTLY like on tv)[truth]; +77|5872|Greatest Nation on Earth(USA)

What are everyone's thoughts on Logitech G9?

2009-07-28 22:46:48

#15

-Whiteroom-: Pineapplewhat; +572|6920|BC, Canada

if your not intending to buy for a few months, just start reading some reviews. see whats up and comming, etc. your mind will change several times by then, as will your budget probably. And people will be just as ready to suggest a system at that time.

EDIT: I have the G9 and I like it, my only problem is that its not as tall as my MX1000 so i keep mashing the thumb key ( my knife key) while I play COD4. that and I had to disable the sensitivity key for the same reasons.

Last edited by Nic (2009-07-28 22:48:25)

2009-07-28 22:48:08

#16

nickb64: formerly from OC (it's EXACTLY like on tv)[truth]; +77|5872|Greatest Nation on Earth(USA)

Nic wrote:
if your not intending to buy for a few months, just start reading some reviews. see whats up and comming, etc. your mind will change several times by then, as will your budget probably. And people will be just as ready to suggest a system at that time.

lol, that's whatI've been doing since Feb.

EDIT: I could afford the G9 like tomorrow

Anyone have it, how u like?

Last edited by nickb64 (2009-07-28 22:49:02)

2009-07-29 13:17:28

#17

CrazeD: Member; +368|6934|Maine

nickb64 wrote:
What are everyone's thoughts on Logitech G9?

I have one, and I fucking love it. Best mouse evuh.

2009-07-29 13:24:30

#18

nickb64: formerly from OC (it's EXACTLY like on tv)[truth]; +77|5872|Greatest Nation on Earth(USA)

CrazeD wrote:
nickb64 wrote:
What are everyone's thoughts on Logitech G9?
I have one, and I fucking love it. Best mouse evuh.

Cool, I was hoping someone woul dhave one and have an opinion, since it is a forum built on gaming...

Awesome, thanks. +1

2009-07-29 13:51:40

#19

GC_PaNzerFIN: Work and study @ Technical Uni; +528|6675|Finland

I absolutely recommend low settings for BF2. It is so, simplified!

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2009-07-29 13:53:15

#20

DUnlimited: got any popo lolo intersting?; +1,160|6724|cuntshitlake

BF2 settings should always be mostly low, except medium or high for effects and high for geometry. Plus as high AA as possible and 100% view distance.

Last edited by DeathUnlimited (2009-07-29 13:53:40)

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2009-07-29 15:33:51

#21

CrazeD: Member; +368|6934|Maine

DeathUnlimited wrote:
BF2 settings should always be mostly low, except medium or high for effects and high for geometry. Plus as high AA as possible and 100% view distance.

Why?

...

2009-07-29 15:37:08

#22

FloppY_: +1,010|6547|Denmark aka Automotive Hell

BF2 looks like crap if you set textures to low...

Highest settings or gtfo

Your thoughts, insights, and musings on this matter intrigue me

2009-07-29 19:06:23

#23

nickb64: formerly from OC (it's EXACTLY like on tv)[truth]; +77|5872|Greatest Nation on Earth(USA)

HD4890 for ~$200
or
GTX 275 (XFX) for $227 including taxes (free shipping)
or
HD4870 for ~$180

Last edited by nickb64 (2009-07-29 19:14:54)

2009-07-29 20:31:54

#24

VicktorVauhn: Member; +319|6653|Southern California

CrazeD wrote:
DeathUnlimited wrote:
BF2 settings should always be mostly low, except medium or high for effects and high for geometry. Plus as high AA as possible and 100% view distance.
Why?

...

Because that way you can be the leetest motherfucker on the block in a game so old no one cares...

It makes everything easier to see because everything looks so shitty there are no details to help hide stuff.

2009-07-29 20:36:36

#25

13urnzz: Banned; +5,830|6758

VicktorVauhn wrote:
It makes everything easier to see because everything looks so shitty there are no details to help hide stuff.

^this.

try it out, you'll see. you'll see shit, but you'll see.

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