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itz_rob
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 Posted: Tue Apr 08, 2008 3:47 pm Post subject: motherboard selection help |
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hello,
i have decided to go with a AMD 64 X2 5400+ cpu, i primarily want to build a gaming rig, what should i look for in a motherboard, any motherboard suggestions?...my budget for motherboard is under 100$ (i'm on a budget)
i am thinking about this motherboard any opinions please post
BIOSTAR TA770 A2+ AM2+/AM2 AMD 770 ATX AMD Motherboard
its from newegg price-79$ |
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Karlsweldt
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Your query would be better if in the 'General' topic folder. A Mod may see fit to move, but please don't double-post.
If you want a gaming setup, you would need at least a dual-core (or equivalent) processor running around 3 Ghz, with PCI-E video slot of the 16x class for SLI or Crossfire. And up to 4 Gb of system memory to match the CPU. A PSU of at least 600 watts would be in order, as well as a hdd of the SATA class of around 300 Gb. On-board sound is decent, but if you want true 5.1 or 7.1 sound setup only a sound card will do.
If there is on-board video, look for another model/brand. On-board video will never come close to a decent video card! And why pay for a feature you will never use?
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