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Help me to buy sandy bridge...

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a2mn2002 Original post #1
Mar 21, 2011 at 3:09 PM
1. What is the purpose of the computer? (Note: If you are planning to say multimedia, you will have to be more specific as all types of systems are capable of doing that)
A: HD gaming

2. Are you open to alternate ideas/products giving similar better performance but offering more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A: Yes

3. What is your MAX budget?
A: 50-55k

4. Planning to overclock?
A: Yes

5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A: Win 7

6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: 1 TB

7. What resolution will the screen run at & whats the size of the screen you want? If you already want have one and want to use it, mention its resolution and size.
A: HD (1080p) with 22” LED

8. How would you rate your hardware knowledge from the count of 1-10? (1 being the lowest, 5 being you are somewhat in sync with the current performers and 10 being the highest)
A: 3

9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A: No

10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A: ASAP

11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A: Yes

12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A: no

13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: Amritsar (Punjab)

14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A: I am so much confused about :

What is difference between gaming at HD res with
VGA cable
DVI cable
HDMI cable
How these cables affect the performance.?
Which sandy bridge is best for me.
intel i5 2400 /2500 / 2500k
Gaurav Bhattacharjee
Mar 21, 2011 at 3:19 PM
Component | Make | Price Processor |Intel Core i5 2500k|11000
Motherboard |Intel DP67BG|8500
RAM |G.Skill Ripjaws F3-12800CL9D-4GBRL|2500
Graphic Card |Sapphire HD6850|10000
HDD |Seagate 1TB 7200.12|2700
DVD Writer |LG 22X SATA DVD|900
PSU |Corsair VX450W|3500
Case |CM Elite 430|2500
Monitor |Benq G2220HD|7300
Mouse and Keyboard |Razer Cyclosa Gaming Bundle|2000
UPS |APC 800VA|3500
Speakers |Altec Lansing VS2621|1600
| Total |56000
Jaskanwar Singh
Mar 21, 2011 at 3:20 PM
Component | Make | Price Processor |Intel Core i5 2500k|11000
Motherboard |Intel DP67BG|8500
RAM |G.Skill Ripjaws F3-12800CL9D-4GBRL|2500
Graphic Card |Sapphire HD6950 1GB/MSI GTX560 Twin Frozr II OC/Asus GTX 560 Ti Direct Cu II|14500
HDD |Seagate 500GB 7200.12/ WDC 500GB Blue|1700
DVD Writer |LG 22X SATA DVD|900
PSU |Seasonic S12II 520|4100
Case |CM Elite 430|2500
Monitor |Benq G2220HD|7300
UPS |APC 800VA|3500
| Total |56300
Gaurav Bhattacharjee
Mar 21, 2011 at 3:22 PM
@Jas I included mouse/kb & speakers. :D:D

you posted similar config hehe...though the GPU is better...
Jaskanwar Singh
Mar 21, 2011 at 3:23 PM
just 1min difference in posts gaurav:-D
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Mar 22, 2011 at 2:51 PM
thnx people.
But why original Intel mobo has been recommended ???
i want Dell st2220L as reviewed by jas.!!!

What is difference between gaming at HD res with
VGA cable
DVI cable
HDMI cable
How these cables affect the performance.?
Jaskanwar Singh
Mar 22, 2011 at 10:21 PM
the intel board we mentioned is superb for everything. the price is too sweat.
yes you can go for the dell too. but dont compromise on gpu. get 6950 1gb or 560ti.

i found good links for various connectors explanation -
DVI vs. VGA - NVIDIA Forums
HDMI vs DVI
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Mar 22, 2011 at 11:46 PM
Dell st2220L is now replaced by Dell ST2220M which is not as good as st2220l and is said to have some issues though i guess its still available at smc (not completely sure)
@ jaskanwar i guess benq has removed Benq G2220HD from indian market and replaced it with benq G2222HDL check on their website G2220HD is no where 2 be found
jaskanwar how is samsung b2230 do u have any idea
Jaskanwar Singh
Mar 23, 2011 at 12:55 PM
AFAIK ST2220M is not a replacement for 2220L. 2220M is non-HDMI version of 2220L!

both are listed on dell website and smc in india also has it.
Dell ST2220L 21.5â€￾ W Full HD Monitor with LED

it might be that your own local dealer doesnt have it!!
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a2mn2002 #11
Mar 25, 2011 at 2:46 PM
the intel board we mentioned is superb for everything. the price is too sweat.
yes you can go for the dell too. but dont compromise on gpu. get 6950 1gb or 560ti.

i found good links for various connectors explanation -
DVI vs. VGA - NVIDIA Forums
HDMI vs DVI

Can i do gaming @ HD res with all eye candy on with gtx460 1gb or ati 6850 1 gb ?
saswat23
saswat23 #13
Mar 25, 2011 at 4:33 PM
Only for gaming 6850 will be a good choice as it uses DX11. Else go with GTX460.
V
Mar 25, 2011 at 11:40 PM
+1 for 6950 ....
Any benchmark price for 2 gb 6950 ???
I am confused betwn 6870 and 6950 ???
Jaskanwar Singh
Mar 26, 2011 at 9:21 AM
Can i do gaming @ HD res with all eye candy on with gtx460 1gb or ati 6850 1 gb ?

yes but 6950 is worth and futureproof.

Only for gaming 6850 will be a good choice as it uses DX11. Else go with GTX460.

even a 460 supports dx11 but 6850 is better performer. and all these are meant for gaming!!

+1 for 6950 ....
Any benchmark price for 2 gb 6950 ???
I am confused betwn 6870 and 6950 ???

6950 all the way.
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a2mn2002 #16
Mar 26, 2011 at 9:40 AM
Actually i am assembling this rig for my close friend.
We want your final words about:

Ati 6850 1GB or gtx 460 1GB (for the purpose of latest gaming @ 19**by 1080 res with all settings on or high )
Any good verdict of Original intel p67 board under 8k.

What is price of 6950 anyways?
Gaurav Bhattacharjee
Mar 26, 2011 at 9:50 AM
Actually i am assembling this rig for my close friend.
We want your final words about:

Ati 6850 1GB or gtx 460 1GB (for the purpose of latest gaming @ 19**by 1080 res with all settings on or high )


What is price of 6950 anyways?

6950 @18k as per SMC.

Between 6850 and 460, get 6850.
Jaskanwar Singh
Mar 26, 2011 at 9:55 AM
gaurav thats a 2gb 6950.

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coderunknown
Mar 26, 2011 at 10:20 AM
^^ no. its just enough. well, a 1.5Gb one will fit the bill better but no such version from AMD or its partners.
Jaskanwar Singh
Mar 26, 2011 at 10:37 AM
gaurav amd had to put something for competing with 560ti.
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a2mn2002 #22
Apr 2, 2011 at 1:56 PM
Only for gaming 6850 will be a good choice as it uses DX11. Else go with GTX460.

It is said that ati 6850 is best for eyefinity and nvidia 460 is best for Physx. i dont want eyefinity. Should i still go for ati 6850.?

and how to measure FPS ? What minimum FPS are required for smooth gameplay with all settings on.
MegaMind
MegaMind #23
Apr 2, 2011 at 2:23 PM
Get 6850 ...
Min. fps, anything above 30 is good
Measure fps using Fraps
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a2mn2002 #24
Apr 23, 2011 at 10:52 AM
Is intel i5 2400 + ati 6850 1 GB good for HD gaming ?
vickybat
vickybat #25
Apr 23, 2011 at 12:23 PM
^^ Yes it is.
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a2mn2002 #26
Apr 23, 2011 at 10:54 PM
^^ Yes it is.

i want rig for
1. Mafia 2
2. Black ops
3. Crysis series
4. Nfs series kinda games @ hd res with high settings . But neither i can afford nor OC 2500k.
would u make the i5 2400 cofig to play these titles keeping budget low.
vickybat
vickybat #27
Apr 23, 2011 at 11:27 PM
^^ What is your new budget? In the above post, you have mentioned 50-55k. If thats your budget then the above configs mentioned are very good and highly recommended.

Else, update your budget and post.