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Time to Benchmark

So I just finished my first build and all seems well. I've installed Windows Vista 64, all my drivers... and now I need to test out my system. My gpu came with 3DMark Vantage software... I haven't tried it out yet, but what other programs can I use to test out my new rig? Intel core i7 920...
- gamergrrrl
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- Feb 13, 2009
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Windows
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Sapphire vs ASUS 4870

I bought the Sapphire Toxic HD 4870 1GB off of ewiz. I had to pay extra for 3 day ups :( but it was still $35 less than the same card on the egg and only like $10 more than the regular version. I'm a little nervous buying from a store I'm not familiar with, but it was the best price that I...
- gamergrrrl
- Post #13
- Feb 9, 2009
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Sapphire vs ASUS 4870

Sapphire HD 4870 1GB ASUS HD 4870 1GB I think I found something on the toxic early in my research... can you link me an info page? How big is it compared to the standard cards?
- gamergrrrl
- Post #6
- Feb 8, 2009
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Sapphire vs ASUS 4870

I'm buying an HD 4870 before midnight tonight. I haven't quite decided which brand to go with... The ASUS comes with a game--Stalker--for free and after a MIR is the same price as the Sapphire... so perks-wise, the Asus is the clear choice. However, I'm not sure which card runs the coolest and...
- gamergrrrl
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- Feb 8, 2009
- Replies: 14
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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First Build--What do you think?

Well, I decided to go with these changes: Sapphire Radeon HD 4870 1GB GPU and Corsair 6GB DDR3 1333 RAM If there is another 4870 1gb card that is cooler/quieter, I'd like to go with that... I think this ram will do me just fine, too. :) I think I might stick with the Zalman. My paycheck was...
- gamergrrrl
- Post #13
- Feb 6, 2009
- Forum: Computer Building
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Gtx 260 or 4870 1gb ?

I'm going to get the HD 4870, but I'm not sure what brand to get. I'm looking at the Saphhire. I want it to be quiet and cool. Cool is more important to me than quiet. Should I get an overclocked card?
- gamergrrrl
- Post #24
- Feb 6, 2009
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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First Build--What do you think?

...batch aka lot number? whaaa? Is that like the manufacture date?
- gamergrrrl
- Post #9
- Feb 3, 2009
- Forum: Computer Building
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First Build--What do you think?

What do you mean? It outperforms the Radeon HD 4870... That one isn't modular. I know it would save me alot of money, but the zalman has really good efficiency and is modular. As my first build, I don't want to have to wrestle with my cable management. I do like the single rail, though. I...
- gamergrrrl
- Post #5
- Feb 2, 2009
- Forum: Computer Building
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First Build--What do you think?

I've finally settled on a gaming/music storage rig. This is my first ever build, but I feel really confident in my choices: Antec 900 Steel Mid-tower Case http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16811129021:D Intel core i7 920 http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16819115202...
- gamergrrrl
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- Feb 2, 2009
- Replies: 18
- Forum: Computer Building
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Best cooler for i7?

That is very sound advice :) I need a cooler for the i7 that will fit in the Antec 900 case WITH the side panel fan. I think I need something less than 150mm tall... I'm not totally sure. Or if it will at least fit... please convince me that I don't need the 120mm side panel fan. ;)
- gamergrrrl
- Post #25
- Jan 30, 2009
- Forum: Cases & Cooling

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