You wouldn't see a real difference to be honest, if the GPU runs out of video memory it'll just grab some from your normal RAM anyway, i suppose it might help if you're running a multi monitor setup though.
So, it won't make a difference in FPS in games like BF3, MW3 and Crysis 2?
Also, i heard somwhere that LGA1155 Motherboards don't work with 3+ chips of RAM - or atleast something simmilar... Is this true?
Extra Info: 12GB RAM
1TB Hard Drive @ 7200RPM
600w Corsair PSU
I will also be using a 42" TV Monitor (8ms Response) untill I get a gaming monitor (Asus VH238H 23" Monitor - 2ms Response)
Ok, now i have two more questions...
Does it matter about what kind of optical drive I get? Because i could save maybe $15 on getting the cheapest one available. All i will be using it for is to install the OS, and install games.
Finally, Do i need a CPU cooler? The case I am getting, Cooler Master Storm Scout ATX Mid Tower I believe has a cooling system built in. I can save another $35 if I don't need one. - I don't want my CPU to overheat, so if there is a chance of that happening, i will just get it; But i am lead to believe it will be enough with the case cooler.
Also, i heard somwhere that LGA1155 Motherboards don't work with 3+ chips of RAM - or atleast something simmilar... Is this true?
Most LGA1155 boards are ATX boards which can take 2-4 RAM sticks. I've never heard of one with three. I suppose it's possible to find a defective one with only three working RAM slots, but at that point it would be best just to RMA for a new one.
Does it matter about what kind of optical drive I get? Because i could save maybe $15 on getting the cheapest one available. All i will be using it for is to install the OS, and install games.
Almost any optical drive should do as long as it reads DVDs. You can buy the cheapest one with no disadvantages.
Finally, Do i need a CPU cooler? The case I am getting, Cooler Master Storm Scout ATX Mid Tower I believe has a cooling system built in. I can save another $35 if I don't need one. - I don't want my CPU to overheat, so if there is a chance of that happening, i will just get it; But i am lead to believe it will be enough with the case cooler.
Your CPU will most likely come with a cooler. You only need to buy a separate one if you plan to overclock.
So, it won't make a difference in FPS in games like BF3, MW3 and Crysis 2?
Also, i heard somwhere that LGA1155 Motherboards don't work with 3+ chips of RAM - or atleast something simmilar... Is this true?
Extra Info: 12GB RAM
1TB Hard Drive @ 7200RPM
600w Corsair PSU
I will also be using a 42" TV Monitor (8ms Response) untill I get a gaming monitor (Asus VH238H 23" Monitor - 2ms Response)
Ok, now i have two more questions...
Does it matter about what kind of optical drive I get? Because i could save maybe $15 on getting the cheapest one available. All i will be using it for is to install the OS, and install games.
Finally, Do i need a CPU cooler? The case I am getting, Cooler Master Storm Scout ATX Mid Tower I believe has a cooling system built in. I can save another $35 if I don't need one. - I don't want my CPU to overheat, so if there is a chance of that happening, i will just get it; But i am lead to believe it will be enough with the case cooler.
Could you show us the rest of your build? Because really, those GPUs both have reference cooling, so it would be better to get the 2gb one with better cooling.
Could you show us the rest of your build? Because really, those GPUs both have reference cooling, so it would be better to get the 2gb one with better cooling.
CPU: Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($169.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($35.98 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock Z68 Extreme3 Gen3 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($127.86 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Value Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1333 Memory ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Hard Drive: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.24 @ B&H)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 670 4GB Video Card ($492.55 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Scout ATX Mid Tower Case ($68.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Corsair 600W ATX12V Power Supply ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS90 DVD/CD Writer ($23.43 @ Amazon)
Monitor: Asus VH238H 23.0" Monitor ($159.99 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (64-bit) ($98.99 @ B&H)
Total: $1357.00
You could've just given us the link to the pcpartpicker page, but what ever.
Anyway, I would recommend getting a card with better cooling so that you can overclock.
You could've just given us the link to the pcpartpicker page, but what ever.
Anyway, I would recommend getting a card with better cooling so that you can overclock.
Could you suggest a card? One that would still play games like BF3, MW3 and Crysis 2 & fits around the same price?
Read the reviews
32% of people who own the product say it's unstable and bad.
46% of all the people who own the card say it's 2 stars and under (or in this case 2 eggs and under)
I am needing some help on a choice between two GPU's.
I don't care about the price, and please just say which one is better, rather then suggest another one.
Here they are:
EVGA GeForce GTX 670 2GB
EVGA GeForce GTX 670 4GB
So the only real difference is the amount of memory.
Thanks
So, it won't make a difference in FPS in games like BF3, MW3 and Crysis 2?
Also, i heard somwhere that LGA1155 Motherboards don't work with 3+ chips of RAM - or atleast something simmilar... Is this true?
Extra Info: 12GB RAM
1TB Hard Drive @ 7200RPM
600w Corsair PSU
I will also be using a 42" TV Monitor (8ms Response) untill I get a gaming monitor (Asus VH238H 23" Monitor - 2ms Response)
Ok, now i have two more questions...
Does it matter about what kind of optical drive I get? Because i could save maybe $15 on getting the cheapest one available. All i will be using it for is to install the OS, and install games.
Finally, Do i need a CPU cooler? The case I am getting, Cooler Master Storm Scout ATX Mid Tower I believe has a cooling system built in. I can save another $35 if I don't need one. - I don't want my CPU to overheat, so if there is a chance of that happening, i will just get it; But i am lead to believe it will be enough with the case cooler.
It will make a difference if you play any of those games accross three monitors or play it with high AA and AF at a high resolution.
Most LGA1155 boards are ATX boards which can take 2-4 RAM sticks. I've never heard of one with three. I suppose it's possible to find a defective one with only three working RAM slots, but at that point it would be best just to RMA for a new one.
12GB of RAM is a lot. Usually only people who render 3D models and videos need that much.
Almost any optical drive should do as long as it reads DVDs. You can buy the cheapest one with no disadvantages.
Your CPU will most likely come with a cooler. You only need to buy a separate one if you plan to overclock.
Could you show us the rest of your build? Because really, those GPUs both have reference cooling, so it would be better to get the 2gb one with better cooling.
CPU: Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($169.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($35.98 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock Z68 Extreme3 Gen3 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($127.86 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Value Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1333 Memory ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Hard Drive: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.24 @ B&H)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 670 4GB Video Card ($492.55 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Scout ATX Mid Tower Case ($68.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Corsair 600W ATX12V Power Supply ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS90 DVD/CD Writer ($23.43 @ Amazon)
Monitor: Asus VH238H 23.0" Monitor ($159.99 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (64-bit) ($98.99 @ B&H)
Total: $1357.00
You could've just given us the link to the pcpartpicker page, but what ever.
Anyway, I would recommend getting a card with better cooling so that you can overclock.
Could you suggest a card? One that would still play games like BF3, MW3 and Crysis 2 & fits around the same price?
Here's a good one: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-video-card-gtx670dc22gd5
Nice to see that you didn't choose the TOP version of this card. The DCII TOP edition is really unstable
This one? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121638&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=
I didn't realize it was unstable, where'd you hear this?
Read the reviews
32% of people who own the product say it's unstable and bad.
46% of all the people who own the card say it's 2 stars and under (or in this case 2 eggs and under)