New lightning fast computer? Which CPU, Mobo & Case?

[ruthless29]

My old computer just died (I posted another thread about reviving it). I think its time for an upgrade.

I am a power user/huge multi-tasker. I usually have about 30-40 windows open, lots of things downloading and because I am a video editor as a hobby, I find that 2 terabytes of space is not enough. I never switch off my computer. Ventilation and quietness is key for this new comp.

I need a good motherboard that allows for connecting 6-7 Hard drives, use lots of RAM sticks and perhaps an AMD Dual Core or Quad Core processor. I've heard that it's better to get a high end dual core than a low end quad-core.

I am looking for a new case that is somewhat fancy... perhaps even colorful like a gamers case (although I am not a gamer)? where would I buy it physically? shipping for cases through NCIX and DC.com is too expensive or slow. The case should come with a good power supply to handle all the power and the loads of USB devices that I connect.

A high end video card really isn't required. I might add it later.

So which CPU, Case and Mobo?

Thanks a million. Absolutely any input you can provide is appreciated!

[Aj23]

EDIT: Nvm, you only need Cpu case and Mobo, I'll post what I would get.

Budget?

[Aj23]

I know you said you wanted AMD, but Intel will give you much better performance so I'll put up an intel setup, but if you're stuck on AMD, I could put something else together.

CPU
http://www.ncix.com/products/index.p...l&promoid=1046

$389
Power Supply
http://www.ncix.com/products/index.p...R&promoid=1046

$109.99 AR*

Or

http://www.ncix.com/products/index.p...R&promoid=1046

$109.99 AR*

Motherboard
http://www.ncix.com/products/index.p...S&promoid=1046

$152.98

Case
http://www.ncix.com/products/index.p...C&promoid=1046

$95.98

Could get a better case if you want, but IMO, this one is not that bad. Couldn't really find any "Colorful" Gaming cases.

You said you don't want to order from NCIX, I know that I am just using Ncix for a reference of the product and pricing (all pricing from sales page). Shipping is about another $50 (to my address in toronto) for all of the above just in case you're wondering. But it could take up to 6 days (Ground Shipping).

[tmpz]

I know you said you wanted AMD, but Intel will give you much better performance so I'll put up an intel setup, but if you're stuck on AMD, I could put something else together.

CPU
http://www.ncix.com/products/index.p...l&promoid=1046

$389
Power Supply
http://www.ncix.com/products/index.p...R&promoid=1046

$109.99 AR*

Or

http://www.ncix.com/products/index.p...R&promoid=1046

$109.99 AR*

Motherboard
http://www.ncix.com/products/index.p...S&promoid=1046

$152.98

Case
http://www.ncix.com/products/index.p...C&promoid=1046

$95.98

You said you don't want to order from NCIX, I know that I am just using Ncix for a reference of the product and pricing (all pricing from sales page). Shipping is about another $50 (to my address in toronto) for all of the above just in case you're wondering. But it could take up to 6 days (Ground Shipping).

I agree with X3350, Antec 900 and Corsair 620HX. The case has very good ventilations and the PSU is dead silent. Go for a higher wattage if you are going to put a high end video card. The X3350 is best performance/value quad core CPU.

I would recommend getting X38 chipset. They overclock slightly better than the P35. As far as I can remember, the X38 and P35 have very little differences. If money isn't an issue, I would go for ASUS Maximus Formula. It's one of the best X38 boards. Otherwise, I would go for Gigabyte GA-P35-DS3L or Asus P5K-E.

Free shipping for orders over $300 at DirectCanada

[Gee]

If you just want the basics, I have everything you need in my forsale thread. All new too, except for the motherboard, which I just acquired from another deal.

Antec Sonata III
Asus P5K
Intel Q6600
2 Gigs RAM (OCZ)
WD 1 Terabyte Hard Drive

The only down side is the WD is 5400 RPM

hmm, I don't have a PCI-E Video Card.

[Silver Bullet]

So you're only replacing CPU, MOBO and CASE & PSU ? You have already bought ram, hds, etc ?

I would try:

CoolerMaster COSMOS S
Scythe Slip Stream Kaze Jyuni 120MM Fan 1200RPM x 4
Thermalright Ultra 120 Extreme
Intel Q6600
Asus P5E (x38) or P5K-Premium (P35)
Corsair 620W or 750W depending on # of HDs and video you plan on getting.

Use pricecanada.com to get the best prices and then pricematch at NCIX, you can get the case locally at Infonec for $229, the rest I would ship.

The difference between the X38 & P35 is pretty much nothing unless you going for crazy overclocking, I would pick the board the has the features you're looking for first, worry about oc'ing later.

I would stick with the Q6600 over the X3350. It's $150 cheaper as the oc'ing results are pretty much the same (within 200mhz). The price is just crazy right now for the 45nm quadcores. I would also stay away from the AMD stuff right now, the Q6600 at stock speed pretty much beats the best AMD Quadcore on every benchmark.

[kuqdew]

Cheaper approach:


$75 - Intel E2160 (Best overclocker ever!!)

$88 Gigabyte GA-P35-DS3L (best overclocking mobo)
http://www.directcanada.com/products...cture=GIGABYTE

$35 - 2GB of DDR800 RAM
--------------------------------
Total: $200


Overclock like a mofo with this system.

3.2Ghz can be reached.

Much faster than the Q6600!!!!!!

[Aj23]

Cheaper approach:


$75 - Intel E2160 (Best overclocker ever!!)

$88 Gigabyte GA-P35-DS3L (best overclocking mobo)
http://www.directcanada.com/products...cture=GIGABYTE

$35 - 2GB of DDR800 RAM
--------------------------------
Total: $200


Overclock like a mofo with this system.

3.2Ghz can be reached.

Much faster than the Q6600!!!!!!

E2160 for video editing and intensive multitasking? I don't thjnk that would work to well...

[kuqdew]

E2160 for video editing and intensive multitasking? I don't thjnk that would work to well...

E2160 at 3.2Ghz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That $hit is amazing! Its on par (if not better) than a X6850!!!!

http://www.tomshardware.com/2007/09/...ore/index.html



oH yA, THIS IS RFD, WHERE WE ALL TRY DO SAVE $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

[Silver Bullet]

E2160 at 3.2Ghz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That $hit is amazing! Its on par (if not better) than a X6850!!!!

http://www.tomshardware.com/2007/09/...ore/index.html

While it might be on par a stock E6850 (it's an E btw .. not an X), it doesn't stand a chance against a quad core cpu, so take you big font somewhere else and do you research.

[Aj23]

E2160 at 3.2Ghz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That $hit is amazing! Its on par (if not better) than a X6850!!!!

http://www.tomshardware.com/2007/09/...ore/index.html



oH yA, THIS IS RFD, WHERE WE ALL TRY DO SAVE $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

Lol, as SB said, the e2160 is nothing compared to an overclocked Quad. The Quad would be much better for his needs as well.

[Amourek]

Let's see so based on the fact you're a huge multitasker I'd say a quad-core wiht at least 4GB of RAM since you edit video. You need a mobo with lots of SATA ports and and presumably Firewire as well.

Here's what I'd get (best prices I could find):

$307 Xeon X3320 Quad 2.50GHZ
$054 Thermalright Ultra-120 Extreme + Scythe Kama 120mm PWM Fan 1200PRM - for quiet overclocking
$163 Gigabyte EP35-DS3P - 8 SATA ports, Firewire, good overclocker
$116 G.Skill DDR2-1000 2x2GB
$046 Asus Radeon HD3450 256MB - excellent video playback, fanless heatsink
$110 Corsair 620HX - very quiet, lots of power, modular cables
$120 Antec P182 - if you quiet get the P182... if want flashy get the Antec 900

[aimfox]

So you're only replacing CPU, MOBO and CASE & PSU ? You have already bought ram, hds, etc ?

I would try:

CoolerMaster COSMOS S
Scythe Slip Stream Kaze Jyuni 120MM Fan 1200RPM x 4
Thermalright Ultra 120 Extreme
Intel Q6600
Asus P5E (x38) or P5K-Premium (P35)
Corsair 620W or 750W depending on # of HDs and video you plan on getting.

Use pricecanada.com to get the best prices and then pricematch at NCIX, you can get the case locally at Infonec for $229, the rest I would ship.

The difference between the X38 & P35 is pretty much nothing unless you going for crazy overclocking, I would pick the board the has the features you're looking for first, worry about oc'ing later.

I would stick with the Q6600 over the X3350. It's $150 cheaper as the oc'ing results are pretty much the same (within 200mhz). The price is just crazy right now for the 45nm quadcores. I would also stay away from the AMD stuff right now, the Q6600 at stock speed pretty much beats the best AMD Quadcore on every benchmark.

I have the Coolermaster Cosmos S case, it's pretty good but the front panel isn't that good. I would prefer the stacker better.

[Beradon]

$75 - Intel E2160 (Best overclocker ever!!)

Overclock like a mofo with this system.

3.2Ghz can be reached.

Much faster than the Q6600!!!!!!

You are comparing a dual core cpu to a quad core. The OP said he's a huge multitasker. No matter how fast your dual core can go, the quad can be assigned double the tasks without breaking a sweat.

[rsasp]

I suggest you get QX9450