new cpu and stuff

**mikeN** · 04-20-09, 06:36 PM

ok so i am looking at maybe getting a new cpu and motherboard, so if anyone can post a good link to a cpu combo or find a good deal on to compatible separate pieces... ready set go!

**shatter99** · 04-20-09, 06:46 PM

You posted a really open-ended question. Our answers would probably be more helpful if you answered the following:

Do you want Intel or AMD?
Do you have existing DDR2/DDR3 RAM that you want to reuse?
What is the rating and type of your existing power supply? How many pins on the main connector (20+4)?
Do you want to be an "uber" overclocker or do you just want to leave it at stock?
Does your case have adequate venting?
How much do you want to spend?

**mikeN** · 04-21-09, 11:01 AM

sorry had to type that fast, was on the go.
well i have always used AMD but i just want something that is fast and not stupid expensive.
I have ddr2 ram and could save to reuse it, i also was wanting quad core, my power supply is 750, 20+4.
My case I believe has good ventilation, has 2 2000X30mm fans and 1 120x25 fan... if not has room for 2 more fans.
I have no clue about pricing... that is the main reason i am asking for help because i can find myself something easy... just I am probably gonna pay to much for it. so maybe some examples.

**Cybs** · 04-21-09, 11:09 AM

Go with the AMD 9950 Black. It's cheap and it's the top end of last generation (AM2), $150.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819103291

But before I go on... what is your budget for the mobo and CPU?

**Cybs** · 04-21-09, 11:14 AM

If your looking for a slightly cheaper CPU, go with the AMD X2 6000+, $100

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819103773

For a mobo, the Asus M3 series boards are suppose to be really good. Here is a pretty well rated one for $80

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131324

And whatever you do... DO NOT get the Asus M2N32-SLi Deluxe! They are known for having major issues.

**trailhunter** · 04-21-09, 12:16 PM

And whatever you do... DO NOT get the Asus M2N32-SLi Deluxe! They are known for having major issues.

Ditto, been there!

**Mcstrange** · 04-21-09, 04:35 PM

Aye, just replaced both my wife and My M2N32-SLi Deluxe...

I picked up one of these:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813128387

And if I was going with a new CPU with one of these:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819103649

Check out these numbers for 140 bucks:
http://techreport.com/articles.x/16382/4

**dex71** · 04-21-09, 04:41 PM

Originally Posted by Mcstrange

Aye, just replaced both my wife and My M2N32-SLi Deluxe...

What did you pay for the new wife? and where did you get her?

**Cybs** · 04-21-09, 06:23 PM

Should have RMA's the old wife, they would have sent you a new one free.

As for Mury's M2Ns, RMA those bad boys and get new ones. I did that and got one back that works fine.

**Mcstrange** · 04-21-09, 09:13 PM

They ran ok for nearly 2 years. They just ate ram though it took awhile to determine that. Sticks would die, we would RMA the ram, finally that didnt work anymore - I upgraded to AM3 boards