Either will do, but if you want to maximize everything your best bet is the 670. If I was to upgrade now, that's what I'd pick based on AnandTech's review on the 660 Ti.
I've got more crashes since Firefox 3.6.x with Flash-related content, but I couldn't stop using FF even if I wanted to, the add-ons are too convenient.
See here for the GTX 560 Ti SLI power consumption. Check this for the 3930K power consumption at 4.7 GHz (max. 525W). Based on these tests, I think you'd be pushing your luck with an AX850 for 24/7 usage at the load you mentioned.
After having to RMA Corsair CX600 V2 (coilwhine) and getting a refund for an XFX 650W Core Edition (malfunctioning fan controller), I got fed up with it and bought a Seasonic X-660. I would have gotten the X-650 to save some money, but they don't sell that model over here. It's an extremely...
Do you keep that removable HDD cage in there? Because it looks like a... well, a blocker. If not, then you might want to upgrade the fan - it's a cheap and effective option.
I never said he should go down to i3. Just that he could do so without much performance lost - knowing the options helps, which in this case means that a processor upgrade isn't really needed for only those two Adobe aplications.
Seasonic X-660, 80 Plus GOLD. :P
It's the best in its class - it generally costs more than the competition though. The X-650 is a cheaper yet almost as effective option if you have the possibility to purchase one.
I probably wouldn't get a fanless solution. Well, if you're really sure about...
Not worth it for gaming. Ideally you'd want a 1920x1080 native resolution with 120Hz refresh rate if you're set on a TN panel. Personally I think the current "3D" tech is pointless and gimmicky.
I definitely agree here. An expensive sound card won't make budget range headphones/speakers sound any better.
And despite what people may say, Creative's Xtreme Gamer still offers very good value for gaming.
Does it have to be laser cut? There are various places with water jet cutters, motorcycle shops/builders etc.
If it's just a temp patch, go with the cheapest option.
Update on this... the fan controller on my XFX 650W Core Edition malfunctioned, and the PSU fan was stuck at about 80% of the max. RPM. I got a refund, and I'm running a cheap Corsair backup PSU for the time being.
Yeah, it's a bit controversial, but that's what they think. IIRC, Acer and HP have the highest percentage of RMAs per units sold.
Plus it's pretty unfair to compare Apple's overpriced MacBooks to some middle-of-the-line Toshiba (not that Toshibas aren't good).
Are you sure it's still functional? Because that could indicate that it's almost dead. Are the data and power cables for the HDD snugly connected when you have it connected to the motherboard?
If yes, you could always try to wipe it first without Windows being involved, just create a DBAN boot...
Nice change with the color. As for the backplate, it's great, but I'd considering adding a cut metal logo/sign instead of having it etched on. After that, add some multicolor leds with a controller and you're set here IMO.
I got around 29-30C idling with 2500K + 212 EVO with no overclocking... then I accidentally moved the heatsink a couple of times this week while I was sorting my cables, and the temps went up to 33-34C. Now I need to clean and re-apply the TIM... bah.
5 GHz is the highest stable 2500K that I've heard about, although generally the people who get there either get sponsored CPUs or have enough money not to care about the risks.
If your board has UEFI, USB3 boot should work through it. You may need to update your USB3 drivers in Windows if you haven't already - you may even have to install a beta version if you already have the latest stable drivers.
I heard there's going to be a big sale on April 1st, they're counting on everyone disbelieving it and only a few people showing up. And the location will be randomly selected by a paper shredding rhesus macaque.
I need another external 1TB USB3 HDD, but I can't afford one now... the waiting...
CPU - MicroCenter has 2500K for 180$ - brick & mortar only.
MOBO - You can get a Z68 chipset mobo from ASRock for 85$.
SSD - That's good, MicroCenter has it for 170$.
RAM - MicroCenter has 8GB Kingston HyperX Blu 1600 MHz DDR3 for only 35$. There isn't any noticeable difference.
DVD - Good for...
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