Hi guys, I need some help with a cpu/mobo upgrade to compliment my new purchase of a 285 GTX without spending stupid amounts of cash. I've been trying to source this stuff myself but it's giving me a headache and I would appreciate some knowledgeable help.
My current rig:
AMD 5600+ x2 @ stock spd
Geforce 285 GTX
DDR2 - 667 - 2gig
Thermaltake TR2 RX 550w psu
windows 7
As for those boards, all of them except the msi are based on the same chipset so there wont be much difference performance-wise between them. There might be some features like network, sound or oc options for which some people would pay a premium. This looks like good value.
One big thing that low-cost buyers can appreciate is flexibility. The P5QL Pro supports full-length cards in every one of its six expansion slots, broadening its market to include both low-budget builders and repair personnel. Gamers with modified graphics cards will find space for triple or quad graphics card coolers without any cable clearance issues.
I haven't overclocked before no, but I am doing some research at the moment as the overclocking capabilities of the cpu did sway me into buying it, I also bought a good arctic cooler to cope with experimentation.
I'm actually extremely happy with the fps i'm getting at stock, cryostasis is now running at 50-60fps with a few drops here & there instead of 10-35fps, Arma II is now a steady 45fps as opposed to 20-34fps and Crysis 40-55fps instead of 20-35fp using the same settings.
If I can hit 4GHz that will be a bonus, but if not I'm still extremely happy with my purchase. Thanks for informing me of the potential.
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