My friend wants me to built him a new computer. Any recommendations on a MoBo? I'm looking for solid stability since it will NOT be overclocked. He will use it for graphics and multi-tasking. Only requirements are; must have built-in firewire and support 4GB of RAM. Will run Win XP HE w/ SP2. I have two options for him to chose from, so I'll need a MoBo for each option (same MoBo can serve both options or not).
1) CPU = Q6600 w/ DDR2 (PC2 8500) RAM. Chipset = P965 or P35
2) CPU = QX6850 w/ DDR3 (PC3 10600) RAM. Chipset = wide open.
I realize these two CPUs are miles apart in performance and price BTW.
TIA
1) CPU = Q6600 w/ DDR2 (PC2 8500) RAM. Chipset = P965 or P35
2) CPU = QX6850 w/ DDR3 (PC3 10600) RAM. Chipset = wide open.
I realize these two CPUs are miles apart in performance and price BTW.
TIA