New Computer

[Mixairian]

The topic didn't get any responses in the tech thread, so I was hoping with the exposure here in the computer, it may get some feed back.

So yeah, repost.

Hey folks. I'm going to be going for a new computer system in the very near future.

The basics as follows:

AMD Athlong 64 X2 6000+
2 gigs DD2 memory
320gb 7200rpm 16mb cache
600 watt sli ready power supply.
Vista Home Premium (direct X 10 gaming, that's why)

Now what I'm not really sure of is the following.

Right now I've been debating whether or not I should use a single powerful graphics card or if a sli set up would be more efficient.

I'm eyeing the Geforce 8800GTX as a single card canidate (Or even the GTS 640mb). What I'm torn of is how would it match up to 8600GTS' with a Sli setup. I can't seem to find many good debates on Sli or not. Many people theorize that it is going to be the future of graphics cards(just like processors now). Some folks cite game compatibility issues.

I was also torn over the 8800 Ultra but the price is way too much to justify on my budget.

Mind you, these cards aren't set in stone. I am open to opinion.

Thoughts guys?

 

[guitarsingerguy]

The topic didn't get any responses in the tech thread, so I was hoping with the exposure here in the computer, it may get some feed back.

So yeah, repost.

Hey folks. I'm going to be going for a new computer system in the very near future.

The basics as follows:

AMD Athlong 64 X2 6000+
2 gigs DD2 memory
320gb 7200rpm 16mb cache
600 watt sli ready power supply.
Vista Home Premium (direct X 10 gaming, that's why)

Now what I'm not really sure of is the following.

Right now I've been debating whether or not I should use a single powerful graphics card or if a sli set up would be more efficient.

I'm eyeing the Geforce 8800GTX as a single card canidate (Or even the GTS 640mb). What I'm torn of is how would it match up to 8600GTS' with a Sli setup. I can't seem to find many good debates on Sli or not. Many people theorize that it is going to be the future of graphics cards(just like processors now). Some folks cite game compatibility issues.

I was also torn over the 8800 Ultra but the price is way too much to justify on my budget.

Mind you, these cards aren't set in stone. I am open to opinion.

Thoughts guys?

Hopefully you aren't planning on paying for Vista. I have a free version of Vista Ultimate that I got through my school that I'd be willing to burn you for free. I imagine this is probably illegal and I'll have to edit it out later, but whatever.

 

[Ice-man]

vista sucks imo, i still think xp is great.

 

[Spider-Man Luvr28]

I got a new computer too..It's a laptop. I still don't get how the hell you get an internet connection when you're not near your own network.

 

[Spider-Man Luvr28]

vista sucks imo, i still think xp is great.

My AOHell..I think my Dad put aol to get Vista or something like that..Only the buddy list icon changed.

 

[Mixairian]

I'm getting Vista for Direct X 10. I'm not here to join in a conversation for or against Vista. As for the offer, thank you but I'm covered on software.

My main question is primarily on sli versus a single card.

As for wireless away from your house, purchase an aircard with a two year contract.