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Offline BaldEagl

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Re: $1100.oo build
« Reply #45 on: November 10, 2010, 11:34:33 PM »
Here's your machine dude.  I left you a little overhead in case you need a new OS because your going to HAVE to run a 64 bit OS.  I didn't fully check compatibility so it's up to you to make sure the motherboard likes the RAM model, etc. but this should be pretty close.  OC the CPU to about 3.6-3.8 Ghz and AH full settings should be a breeze.

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Re: $1100.oo build
« Reply #46 on: November 11, 2010, 01:29:18 AM »
Quote from: Chalenge on November 10, 2010, 10:44:55 PM
Sorry but AMD doesnt have anything that can hit the same level of performance as the top tier of Intels line. That could change someday... maybe.

please satisfy my curiousity, how many more AHII framerates/second will the top tier intel cpu have over the $734.00 system i suggested?
over nine thouzaaands?  :O :O :O :aok
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Re: $1100.oo build
« Reply #47 on: November 11, 2010, 02:55:14 AM »
AHII is an easy game to max out. Try Metro 2033 at 2560x1600 resolution or FSX while landing in a thunderstorm at Frankfurt with 100% traffic. In fact try doing either one with any AMD CPU and any Ati card.

You pointedly called the higher performing CPUs an "Intel Tax" which is the same negative attitude you have for a lot of things. The point is Intel kicks AMD tail. Get used to it.
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Re: $1100.oo build
« Reply #48 on: November 11, 2010, 03:34:27 AM »
Quote from: BaldEagl on November 10, 2010, 11:34:33 PM
Here's your machine dude.  I left you a little overhead in case you need a new OS because your going to HAVE to run a 64 bit OS.  I didn't fully check compatibility so it's up to you to make sure the motherboard likes the RAM model, etc. but this should be pretty close.  OC the CPU to about 3.6-3.8 Ghz and AH full settings should be a breeze.

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that's basically my system, slighly different mobo, case and ocz ram and  an evga 465 1 gb oc card.  and installed a really good cpu fan the Prolimatech Megahalems Rev.B CPU Cooler (recommended by TD).  I play everything maxed out with hires pack texture shadows at 4096 (lowered it to 2048 because i really cant tell the difference).  1920x1080 resolution.  my fps mostly stays in the high 50's and sometimes will go to the mid to high 40's during large furballs/cv ack.  and we are talking about 30-40 airplanes flying around.

cpu is oc to 3.8 and temps only went down to the mid 50's once i got that cooler from the mid 60's at full load. which would sometimes cause my puter to crash. 

I am really happy with my computer. but if i was to build a new computer, I would go  with and i5 or i7 (think TD mentioned it in another thread).  spend a little more to get an upgraded system, e8400 is an awesome processor and dont think an i7 or i5 would be an improvement in ah. but you have to think long term, i mean gigabyte no longer makes my mobo (ga-ep45-ud3p) and that was a hot item last year.

anyway I dont really know much about computers, just talking about what i have and my experience with it.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130557  this is the card i have and I paid 280 3 months ago.  with discount it is 179 now.

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Offline skribetm

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Re: $1100.oo build
« Reply #49 on: November 11, 2010, 11:31:36 AM »
Quote from: Chalenge on November 11, 2010, 02:55:14 AM
AHII is an easy game to max out. Try Metro 2033 at 2560x1600 resolution or FSX while landing in a thunderstorm at Frankfurt with 100% traffic. In fact try doing either one with any AMD CPU and any Ati card.

well, is the OP asking for an omgwtfbbqsauce gaming system with 1600P triple monitor 3D-capable stereoscopicsauce? we're not asking for that kind of build, but a budget build that will run this(AHII) game balls-out. you can leave the "intel kicks ass" post for another thread if you like. fwiw, in systems that are out of your price range and/or tech expertise, intel does not rule the roost. google "cray" & "jaguar." also, you might want to look at other industry metrics like SPECfp_rate06, SPECint_rate06 or STREAM. (dont embarrass yourself with superpi.)

Quote from: Chalenge on November 11, 2010, 02:55:14 AM
You pointedly called the higher performing CPUs an "Intel Tax" which is the same negative attitude you have for a lot of things. The point is Intel kicks AMD tail. Get used to it.
what im really getting used to in this forum is for some folks getting butt hurt when they get told an alternative point of view when it comes to cpu tech. unbelievable that every time i suggest a system thats incredibly superior in price/performance/power metrics, the thread starts turning into a "intel rules the performance" debate. thats what im getting used to.  :) :) ;)
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Re: $1100.oo build
« Reply #50 on: November 11, 2010, 11:42:55 AM »
You dropped this:   :furious
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Re: $1100.oo build
« Reply #51 on: November 11, 2010, 11:50:07 AM »


total is 1133.92 + shipping

running Raid 0

Preformance of Processor is equal to I7 940 @ 2.93ghz

supports ATI crossfire but the 470 is a good card should only need a single card solution

a 5850 would run about about the same
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« Reply #52 on: November 11, 2010, 11:58:20 AM »
Why a pair of notebook drives?
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Re: $1100.oo build
« Reply #53 on: November 11, 2010, 12:23:21 PM »
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Re: $1100.oo build
« Reply #54 on: November 11, 2010, 12:40:14 PM »
the best thing you can do to a build is use an SSD for OS/Program files.
HDD's are still better at the $/GB metric, so dont use SSD for storage.
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Re: $1100.oo build
« Reply #55 on: November 11, 2010, 12:59:30 PM »
opps didnt mean to add the NB ones.. my bad..
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Re: $1100.oo build
« Reply #56 on: November 11, 2010, 04:14:20 PM »
Quote from: skribetm on November 11, 2010, 11:31:36 AM
google "cray" & "jaguar."

You have a real penchant for the ridiculous. Can you run Windows 7 on a Cray?  :rofl

SSDs are not a good investment. The one thing I think they are good for is permanent archives. The few seconds they save on booting an OS is not worth it and the way they are designed the constant updates with DRM license storage and registry modifications and windows constant updates will wear them out quicker than an archive you use occasionally only.

Leave the SSD on the shelf and you can afford an Intel.  :aok
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Re: $1100.oo build
« Reply #57 on: November 11, 2010, 06:05:38 PM »
Quote from: Chalenge on November 11, 2010, 04:14:20 PM
You have a real penchant for the ridiculous. Can you run Windows 7 on a Cray?  :rofl

if it can simulate the largest thermonuclear explosions in nature, expelling mass greater than that of the Sun-
what makes you think it wouldn't run Windows 7?  :eek: :) :) it's still the same AMD64 cpu, after all.
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Re: $1100.oo build
« Reply #58 on: November 11, 2010, 06:52:03 PM »
The forum here is Intel rules.
I run AMD, 2 puters with AMD. They both work fine for me and do what I need.

I wouldn't bother mentioning AMD in this forum anymore.

Also I am not against Intel. I built my computer on a budget and for my needs.
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Re: $1100.oo build
« Reply #59 on: November 11, 2010, 07:01:51 PM »
Quote from: cattb on November 11, 2010, 06:52:03 PM
The forum here is Intel rules.
I run AMD, 2 puters with AMD. They both work fine for me and do what I need.

I wouldn't bother mentioning AMD in this forum anymore.

Also I am not against Intel. I built my computer on a budget and for my needs.

but, but, but...
 :aok

its a pain, but i'm doing this for the benefit of those who are reading with an open mind.
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