Hello! First off, long time anandtech reader, first time forum poster.
Hello!
I have never built a sff computer before and for convenience sakes, seeing as how this for my niece, i am going to order it from a vendor.
The problem i have come across with a budget of around $1200 to $1300 is between the system platforms offered: the G2 or the P2.
The key system configuration within the set price range in mind is:
-intel core2 duo 2.13ghz (e6420), 1066mhz, 4mb l2 cache.
-crucial, 2gb (2 x 1gb) pc2 5300 ddr2 667mhz cl5
-bfg tech, geforce 7950 gt oc 512mb gddr3
-seagate, 320gb sataII 300mbs, 7200rpm 16mb
Some ending questions:
1)Would the G2 system be a better overall system in the end? Performance wise? Is it lacking? Will its "dated" motherboard be a handicap?
2)I know the P2 has more room for expansion but i really doubt she'll be throwing a second video card in there for SLI configuration.
3) Is the P2's extra two slots for a future upgrade of 4gbs of ram become a necessity?
4) I worry about the PSU unit on the G2 which is rated at 200watt?
-much obliged, albert.
Hello!
I have never built a sff computer before and for convenience sakes, seeing as how this for my niece, i am going to order it from a vendor.
The problem i have come across with a budget of around $1200 to $1300 is between the system platforms offered: the G2 or the P2.
The key system configuration within the set price range in mind is:
-intel core2 duo 2.13ghz (e6420), 1066mhz, 4mb l2 cache.
-crucial, 2gb (2 x 1gb) pc2 5300 ddr2 667mhz cl5
-bfg tech, geforce 7950 gt oc 512mb gddr3
-seagate, 320gb sataII 300mbs, 7200rpm 16mb
Some ending questions:
1)Would the G2 system be a better overall system in the end? Performance wise? Is it lacking? Will its "dated" motherboard be a handicap?
2)I know the P2 has more room for expansion but i really doubt she'll be throwing a second video card in there for SLI configuration.
3) Is the P2's extra two slots for a future upgrade of 4gbs of ram become a necessity?
4) I worry about the PSU unit on the G2 which is rated at 200watt?
-much obliged, albert.