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Bl!tz · Bl!tz

it s sometimes very usefull to know what kind of specifications have your mates materials: it s a good way to share infos & experience or to ask some feedback before to buy some parts. AMD or Intel ? Nvidia or ATI ? XP, Linux or W7 ? Dual or Quad ? OC or not ? -- Edited by Bl!tz on Wednesday 30th of December 2...

Lord_PorkSword · Lord_PorkSword

Just a thread for Benchmarking software. Stone Giant: StoneGiant - Dx10 and Dx11 Heaven, Tropics & Sancutary: Unigine - Dx9, Dx10 and Dx11

broski270 · broski270

alright this may be extremely nooby to be asking, but could case fans help for when i overclock my processor? my processor gets up to 58°c when playing a game and 45 when idle. i currently only have one case fan which is exhaust. i am planning on doing a 20%-30% overclock and i need to get this temperature d...

NOVA · NOVA

OS: Windows 7 x64 ultimate ed CPU: Intel core i5 3570K @ 3.8 GHz (via Asus OC utility) MB: Asus P8 H77-M RAM: 8Go kingston HyperX DDR3 @1333MHz HDD: Seagate Barracuda 2To @7200 rpm - 64Mo cache - SATA 6 Gb/s GC: MSI GTX 560 Ti twin frozr II 1Go DDR5 (OC with Afterburner : Core Clock @880 MHz, shader clock @17...

Bl!tz · Bl!tz

i did a lot of trys & changes theses last times, coming from AM2 to AM3+ via AM3 sockets...sometim...hm...often problems with "just born" products but always a pleasure to try this or that

i had lot of adventures.... i m very happy with my current rig even if im seriously waiting a fi...

mAlkAv!An · mAlkAv!An

Kepler NDA has been lifted some minutes ago (6 a.m. californian time) Some benchmarks from engl sites: http://www.guru3d.com/article/geforce-gtx-680-review/1 http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NVIDIA/GeForce_GTX_680/ http://www.bit-tech.net/hardware/2012/03/22/nvidia-g...

Odedge · Odedge

I am in the process of upgrading my computer. I have already built 2 computers for myself and 1 for my sister, so I am familiar with the process. I am, however, rusty on the current state of computer and could use some help. I will be keeping some of the parts as they aren't really old enough to replace and...

mAlkAv!An · mAlkAv!An

Hi guys, Just lettings you know that DDR3 prices are touching the bottom currently. I highly recommend buying some DDR3 now if you don't have enough for UnrealEd4 or UDK. I don't know about prices outside of europe but here you can get 2x4GB for 30€ now. In may it was still 55€. Thats of course just DDR3-...

LegendaryRath · LegendaryRath

I finally made the plunge and ordered everything I needed for my new PC and have it set up. Man this thing is fast! I can't possibly overstate how amazing this thing is! Boots in 15-20 seconds because of the SSD. Every game on max settings is well over 60fps and it is super responsive. I also have to admit, I...

LegendaryRath · LegendaryRath

This is my latest attempt to select parts for a new pc I will be making in the next few weeks (as of 7-19-11)Any feedback and suggestions are welcome and appreciated. Just please for the love of all that is wonderful.... Don't hate on a part I selected just because it isn't a particular brand (IE NVIDIA or...

Bl!tz · Bl!tz

i recently learned from MSI that Nvidia no more support AMD motherboards and will no more allow new motherboards with nvidia chipsets on AMD sockets (AM3) the last mobos with Nvidia GFX chips(nforce 750/780/980) or using the Lucid Hydra (870A fuzion ) have all 1 or 2 x pcie express slots here in europ...

Bl!tz · Bl!tz

i just have installed one of thoses baby in my mum's computer to replace her 8600gt....first "serious" ATI gfx experience for me... coupled with an old pentium D (first real dual coupling 2 x P4Prescott....a dinosaur!) it gives to the pc a real boost (8600pts under 3DM06!!..+.+...) just...

Lord_PorkSword · Lord_PorkSword

Here's an article from Tom's hardware on the new Nvidia cards: Tom No benchmarks but some handy info none the less!

Lord_PorkSword · Lord_PorkSword

Here's my dream HDD: OCZ Revodrive Basically it's a SSD that runs from your PCI-express port, therefore bypassing the bottleneck with ya SATA interface. Unfortunately only certian motherboards can boot from them and they cost twice as much as a normal SATA SSD.

Diesalot · Diesalot

Hi guys. As you know my prehistoric is dead again so im looking at a complete new setup. Heres the specs im thinking of... Not sure of mobo yet. CPU: Overclocked intel i7. 3.36GHz 8MB cache RAM: 6GB triple channel 1333Mhz DDR3 GPU: Dual 1GB geforce GTX 460. I know blitz and LPS ars more up on the techy stuff...

Bl!tz · Bl!tz

http://xdevs.com/e107_plugins/content/content.php?content.30 ....ah...... beautiful world

Bane the Zergling · Bane the Zergling

Form looking at the newer cards I found some a much better then Nvidia. One big problem Vid Mem not alot I need more then 1024MB something like 1280 or 1536MB like Nvidia cards I think. Seeing how I use all of the 1GB on my games with custom textures and content. AMD Radeon™ HD 6870 GPU Feature Summary:900M...

Bl!tz · Bl!tz

yo brothas, just some words to let you know that MSIs new mobos are abble to handdle both AMD & Nvidia GFXs and more fun to mix em together! all that on p55 or AM3 sockets dunno for you but my next one will probably be one of thoses + in add u ll have military components fyi i buy only MSI gfxs since ages for m...

Bl!tz · Bl!tz

well, I use a nova mouse since 1 year and i must say that this mouse is the best that i have use but.....i have to leave em and to change because their mouses cant survive to me, the buttons died: they select and unselect randomly, when u map it drag randomly items and add em where it want....just unusable: -...

NOVA · NOVA

I have recently bought a lcd tv samsung 32", and I have put my pc on it. I have also install win 7 x64. the result is awesome, but I have found something weird, first, all my maps look more dark than before (probably due to the tv settings) 2, when I take a shot from ut3, if I open it on a soft like photoshop...

Bl!tz · Bl!tz

time to sold my sli of 9800GTX+(if i want to get some money for em haha^^)....like each year with my phone subscription a lil gift; this year i had to add 49 euros but i m quite happy to upgrade for a single gfx (powaaa consumption:p) here s the new one ;probably a bit less powafull but i hope i ll not be too dis...

Lord_PorkSword · Lord_PorkSword

Just a generic thread for new CPU news.... -=-=-=-=-=-=- Just when you thought 6 cores weren't enough...AMD unveils their 12core processor. LOL They cheated a bit, as it's 2 6core processors slapped together, but it still sounds impressive. Shame the benchmarks aren't as impressive though......

Lord_PorkSword · Lord_PorkSword

Here it is peeps...the Radeon 5970! http://au.gear.ign.com/articles/107/1073801p1.html Time to see what the Green team builds to topple the 5970's crown! FYI - Very basic details of the GTX 480: http://www.slashgear.com/nvidia-gtx-480-fermi-based-video-card-leaks-0476711/#commen...

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	Your Rig.... ( 1 2 3 4 ) (Preview) it s sometimes very usefull to know what kind of specifications have your mates materials: it s a good way to share infos & experience or to ask some feedback before to buy some parts. AMD or Intel ? Nvidia or ATI ? XP, Linux or W7 ? Dual or Quad ? OC or not ? -- Edited by Bl!tz on Wednesday 30th of December 2...	Bl!tz	198	7472	5 days ago by Bl!tz
	Benchmarking Software (Preview) Just a thread for Benchmarking software. Stone Giant: StoneGiant - Dx10 and Dx11 Heaven, Tropics & Sancutary: Unigine - Dx9, Dx10 and Dx11	Lord_PorkSword	2	689	February 8th by Bl!tz
	case fans (Preview) alright this may be extremely nooby to be asking, but could case fans help for when i overclock my processor? my processor gets up to 58°c when playing a game and 45 when idle. i currently only have one case fan which is exhaust. i am planning on doing a 20%-30% overclock and i need to get this temperature d...	broski270	19	155	January 30th by Lord_PorkSword
	NOVA's new rig + DAW + Home Theater [pics][Updated 20/01/13] (Preview) OS: Windows 7 x64 ultimate ed CPU: Intel core i5 3570K @ 3.8 GHz (via Asus OC utility) MB: Asus P8 H77-M RAM: 8Go kingston HyperX DDR3 @1333MHz HDD: Seagate Barracuda 2To @7200 rpm - 64Mo cache - SATA 6 Gb/s GC: MSI GTX 560 Ti twin frozr II 1Go DDR5 (OC with Afterburner : Core Clock @880 MHz, shader clock @17...	NOVA	23	409	January 23rd by NOVA
	the farmers mad lab.... ( 1 2 3 ) (Preview) i did a lot of trys & changes theses last times, coming from AM2 to AM3+ via AM3 sockets...sometim...hm...often problems with "just born" products but always a pleasure to try this or that i had lot of adventures.... i m very happy with my current rig even if im seriously waiting a fi...	Bl!tz	121	1843	January 14th by Bl!tz
	GTX600-series / HD7000-series thread (Preview) Kepler NDA has been lifted some minutes ago (6 a.m. californian time) Some benchmarks from engl sites: http://www.guru3d.com/article/geforce-gtx-680-review/1 http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NVIDIA/GeForce_GTX_680/ http://www.bit-tech.net/hardware/2012/03/22/nvidia-g...	mAlkAv!An	11	306	Sep 11, 2012 by TKBS
	Odedge's New Computer (Preview) I am in the process of upgrading my computer. I have already built 2 computers for myself and 1 for my sister, so I am familiar with the process. I am, however, rusty on the current state of computer and could use some help. I will be keeping some of the parts as they aren't really old enough to replace and...	Odedge	36	573	Feb 3, 2012 by Odedge
	Buy DDR3 RAM - NOW ! (Preview) Hi guys, Just lettings you know that DDR3 prices are touching the bottom currently. I highly recommend buying some DDR3 now if you don't have enough for UnrealEd4 or UDK. I don't know about prices outside of europe but here you can get 2x4GB for 30€ now. In may it was still 55€. Thats of course just DDR3-...	mAlkAv!An	5	223	Aug 20, 2011 by Foufoune_Rose
	Congratulations, It's a beast! (Preview) I finally made the plunge and ordered everything I needed for my new PC and have it set up. Man this thing is fast! I can't possibly overstate how amazing this thing is! Boots in 15-20 seconds because of the SSD. Every game on max settings is well over 60fps and it is super responsive. I also have to admit, I...	LegendaryRath	3	237	Aug 11, 2011 by stevelois
	My Next Rig (Preview) This is my latest attempt to select parts for a new pc I will be making in the next few weeks (as of 7-19-11)Any feedback and suggestions are welcome and appreciated. Just please for the love of all that is wonderful.... Don't hate on a part I selected just because it isn't a particular brand (IE NVIDIA or...	LegendaryRath	13	457	Jul 28, 2011 by Bl!tz
	AMD motherboards & nvidia chipsets... (Preview) i recently learned from MSI that Nvidia no more support AMD motherboards and will no more allow new motherboards with nvidia chipsets on AMD sockets (AM3) the last mobos with Nvidia GFX chips(nforce 750/780/980) or using the Lucid Hydra (870A fuzion ) have all 1 or 2 x pcie express slots here in europ...	Bl!tz	3	554	Jun 1, 2011 by Bl!tz
	ATI Radeon HD 5770, 1 Go, MSI (Preview) i just have installed one of thoses baby in my mum's computer to replace her 8600gt....first "serious" ATI gfx experience for me... coupled with an old pentium D (first real dual coupling 2 x P4Prescott....a dinosaur!) it gives to the pc a real boost (8600pts under 3DM06!!..+.+...) just...	Bl!tz	2	594	Mar 20, 2011 by Odedge
	Nvidia GF100 series!(2010) ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Here's an article from Tom's hardware on the new Nvidia cards: Tom No benchmarks but some handy info none the less!	Lord_PorkSword	72	1842	Jan 21, 2011 by Bl!tz
	Revodrive SSD (Preview) Here's my dream HDD: OCZ Revodrive Basically it's a SSD that runs from your PCI-express port, therefore bypassing the bottleneck with ya SATA interface. Unfortunately only certian motherboards can boot from them and they cost twice as much as a normal SATA SSD.	Lord_PorkSword	0	583	Jan 4, 2011 by shijin123
	Dies needs a new rig... (Preview) Hi guys. As you know my prehistoric is dead again so im looking at a complete new setup. Heres the specs im thinking of... Not sure of mobo yet. CPU: Overclocked intel i7. 3.36GHz 8MB cache RAM: 6GB triple channel 1333Mhz DDR3 GPU: Dual 1GB geforce GTX 460. I know blitz and LPS ars more up on the techy stuff...	Diesalot	2	535	Dec 26, 2010 by Bl!tz
	Nvidia SLI on AMD mobos ;-) (Preview) http://xdevs.com/e107_plugins/content/content.php?content.30 ....ah...... beautiful world	Bl!tz	0	564	Dec 26, 2010 by Bl!tz
	ATI 6 Series (Preview) Form looking at the newer cards I found some a much better then Nvidia. One big problem Vid Mem not alot I need more then 1024MB something like 1280 or 1536MB like Nvidia cards I think. Seeing how I use all of the 1GB on my games with custom textures and content. AMD Radeon™ HD 6870 GPU Feature Summary:900M...	Bane the Zergling	37	818	Dec 19, 2010 by Bl!tz
	Lucid Hydra:MSI FUZION & ASUS CrossHair Extreme (Preview) yo brothas, just some words to let you know that MSIs new mobos are abble to handdle both AMD & Nvidia GFXs and more fun to mix em together! all that on p55 or AM3 sockets dunno for you but my next one will probably be one of thoses + in add u ll have military components fyi i buy only MSI gfxs since ages for m...	Bl!tz	7	739	Dec 13, 2010 by Bl!tz
	NovaGaming....respect (Preview) well, I use a nova mouse since 1 year and i must say that this mouse is the best that i have use but.....i have to leave em and to change because their mouses cant survive to me, the buttons died: they select and unselect randomly, when u map it drag randomly items and add em where it want....just unusable: -...	Bl!tz	2	531	Dec 13, 2010 by Bl!tz
	question about display setting on a lcd tv and ut3 and win7 64 lol (Preview) I have recently bought a lcd tv samsung 32", and I have put my pc on it. I have also install win 7 x64. the result is awesome, but I have found something weird, first, all my maps look more dark than before (probably due to the tv settings) 2, when I take a shot from ut3, if I open it on a soft like photoshop...	NOVA	2	602	Oct 22, 2010 by NOVA
	N285GTX SuperPipe OC (Preview) time to sold my sli of 9800GTX+(if i want to get some money for em haha^^)....like each year with my phone subscription a lil gift; this year i had to add 49 euros but i m quite happy to upgrade for a single gfx (powaaa consumption:p) here s the new one ;probably a bit less powafull but i hope i ll not be too dis...	Bl!tz	8	700	Aug 7, 2010 by Bl!tz
	Latest CPUs (Preview) Just a generic thread for new CPU news.... -=-=-=-=-=-=- Just when you thought 6 cores weren't enough...AMD unveils their 12core processor. LOL They cheated a bit, as it's 2 6core processors slapped together, but it still sounds impressive. Shame the benchmarks aren't as impressive though......	Lord_PorkSword	2	714	Apr 14, 2010 by stevelois
	Worlds fastest Vid Card (Preview) Here it is peeps...the Radeon 5970! http://au.gear.ign.com/articles/107/1073801p1.html Time to see what the Green team builds to topple the 5970's crown! FYI - Very basic details of the GTX 480: http://www.slashgear.com/nvidia-gtx-480-fermi-based-video-card-leaks-0476711/#commen...	Lord_PorkSword	6	773	Mar 5, 2010 by stevelois
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