PROCESSOR(CPU)
INTEL has always been undisputed leader in the making excellent processors until AMD came up its biggest competitor.
I have always analyzed that INTEL has a good will, which make their products costly. I bet AMD will give you better product for the same amount. AMD is par excellent as INTEL, especially AMD with ASUS system board combination.
I will use the AMD website for the list of processors (Same applies even if you decide on INTEL). Every processor will list its capability and efficiency.
I checked and found AMD Phenom as the best choice for an Ultimate Gaming machine. AMD Phenom X4 and X3 are the best processors in the group. AMD describes it as built from the ground up for true quad- and triple core performance, AMD Phenom processors speed through advanced multitasking, critical business productivity, advanced visual design and modeling, serious gaming, and visually stunning digital media and entertainment.
You may check the Product brief on the same page. It will tell you what this processor is capable of, by this I do not mean technical jargons but non-tech language. In addition, you can also learn about Features & Benefits, Key Architecture Features, Technical Documentation, White Papers and most important Compatibility Information and Recommended Components of this processor. You get the feel that I never knew my processor so well.
Last step is to decide on the Processor Model for the decided Processor Line, which in our case is AMD Phenom X4 and X3. On the Home page of AMD Phenom X4 and X3, along with the above links we have Compare Phenom Specs. On this page, you will see all the models for all Processor lines and each model will have View Detail for in-depth analysis of the model. This will help you to make the most accurate decision for parts, yet to be analyzed.
Same way if you want a server equivalent machine with enormous processing power, go for AMD Opteron and follow above mentioned steps to know your processor better.
MOTHERBOARD(SYSTEM BOARD) + CHIPSET
After deciding on your dream processor, now we use the Compatibility Information and Recommended Components to see the AMD recommended Motherboards. These recommendations are very reliable as AMD does rigorous stress testing on these combinations.
After going through the details of every model for AMD Phenom X4 Processor Line, I have chosen AMD Phenom™ X4 Quad-Core, Model 9950 with frequency of 2600 MHz (Best in the group).
Now on the Compatibility Information and Recommended Components page will select our processor with the minute details for the most suitable board. I have a great board: ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe/WiFi-AP. Once you get the list of AMD recommended boards, go to the each manufacturers’ site and study each board individually. This will help you see what extra one has over other. For example, MSI may give you great board but ASUS may give you great board with WiFi on board, two Network cards, more internal storage capacity, Motherboard heat sink, fanless environment etc. Believe me, better you analyze – money spent is justified better.
When it comes to chipset, you really don’t have to worry as all motherboard manufactures’ give the best chip sets for their boards. The best chipset manufacturers are AMD, Intel and NVIDIA. There are others as well but preferably stay with the best.
Our motherboard has AMD 790FX Chipset, which is the best combination with our AMD processor.
ASUS will give you every detail about the motherboard on the board page.
MEMORY(RAM)
Well, we just finished the toughest part. Memory selection is easy as you motherboard will tell you what good for it. In our case, DDR2-1066 is the best choice. This board can support memory with lesser frequency but it’s good to go for the best. Since our board has great expandability we don’t have to buy everything in one go. I mean processor and board are the system foundation. After this if we run short on cash, get only one memory stick of 2 or 4 GB. You can keep expanding it later as you need it. Same applies to other stuff too, like Graphics card or Sound card etc. Best manufacturers for memory are Kingston, Transcend and Corsair
GRAPHICS CARD
You can always use Compatibility Information and Recommended Components information on the AMD website for recommendations for other system parts as well.
Graphics is something where ‘More the better’. If you can afford you can get great graphics card with 2GB video memory, heavy gamer will need this for better performance. ASUS and NVIDIA makes the best High-End cards. Have a look yourself on their sites.
HARD DRIVE
Storage is again a matter of personal preference. Only factor could be the HDD RPM, the more the RPM better is the response time for the disk. Frankly, 7k or 10k RPM is so fast that you wont notice any change when running 15k HDD. Still your call… Best SEAGATE
SOUND CARD
This is again you call according to your needs or how loud you wanna get?
Best manufacturer is Creative.
CABINET
This is very important part. Heavy Processor and Motherboard will create more heat and may likely incur more damages to themselves. ASUS Heat sink will bring down the system temperature by 10 degrees but you do need good cabinet to make sure of proper airflow and temperature control.
Cooler Master makes the best cabinets and you can choose according to your needs.
POWER UNIT(SMPS)
More components inside the box more power is needed. Normal machine will just need 250 or 390 Watts unit. However if you are going to run four High-End graphics card then you will need 1000 or 1250 Watts unit. Visit Cooler Master and identify a product of you needs.
MONITOR
Completely depends on your needs. Best ones are from LG, SAMSUNG, VIEWSONIC, SHARP, DELL and APPLE.
UPS
INTEL has always been undisputed leader in the making excellent processors until AMD came up its biggest competitor.
I have always analyzed that INTEL has a good will, which make their products costly. I bet AMD will give you better product for the same amount. AMD is par excellent as INTEL, especially AMD with ASUS system board combination.
I will use the AMD website for the list of processors (Same applies even if you decide on INTEL). Every processor will list its capability and efficiency.
I checked and found AMD Phenom as the best choice for an Ultimate Gaming machine. AMD Phenom X4 and X3 are the best processors in the group. AMD describes it as built from the ground up for true quad- and triple core performance, AMD Phenom processors speed through advanced multitasking, critical business productivity, advanced visual design and modeling, serious gaming, and visually stunning digital media and entertainment.
You may check the Product brief on the same page. It will tell you what this processor is capable of, by this I do not mean technical jargons but non-tech language. In addition, you can also learn about Features & Benefits, Key Architecture Features, Technical Documentation, White Papers and most important Compatibility Information and Recommended Components of this processor. You get the feel that I never knew my processor so well.
Last step is to decide on the Processor Model for the decided Processor Line, which in our case is AMD Phenom X4 and X3. On the Home page of AMD Phenom X4 and X3, along with the above links we have Compare Phenom Specs. On this page, you will see all the models for all Processor lines and each model will have View Detail for in-depth analysis of the model. This will help you to make the most accurate decision for parts, yet to be analyzed.
Same way if you want a server equivalent machine with enormous processing power, go for AMD Opteron and follow above mentioned steps to know your processor better.
MOTHERBOARD(SYSTEM BOARD) + CHIPSET
After deciding on your dream processor, now we use the Compatibility Information and Recommended Components to see the AMD recommended Motherboards. These recommendations are very reliable as AMD does rigorous stress testing on these combinations.
After going through the details of every model for AMD Phenom X4 Processor Line, I have chosen AMD Phenom™ X4 Quad-Core, Model 9950 with frequency of 2600 MHz (Best in the group).
Now on the Compatibility Information and Recommended Components page will select our processor with the minute details for the most suitable board. I have a great board: ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe/WiFi-AP. Once you get the list of AMD recommended boards, go to the each manufacturers’ site and study each board individually. This will help you see what extra one has over other. For example, MSI may give you great board but ASUS may give you great board with WiFi on board, two Network cards, more internal storage capacity, Motherboard heat sink, fanless environment etc. Believe me, better you analyze – money spent is justified better.
When it comes to chipset, you really don’t have to worry as all motherboard manufactures’ give the best chip sets for their boards. The best chipset manufacturers are AMD, Intel and NVIDIA. There are others as well but preferably stay with the best.
Our motherboard has AMD 790FX Chipset, which is the best combination with our AMD processor.
ASUS will give you every detail about the motherboard on the board page.
MEMORY(RAM)
Well, we just finished the toughest part. Memory selection is easy as you motherboard will tell you what good for it. In our case, DDR2-1066 is the best choice. This board can support memory with lesser frequency but it’s good to go for the best. Since our board has great expandability we don’t have to buy everything in one go. I mean processor and board are the system foundation. After this if we run short on cash, get only one memory stick of 2 or 4 GB. You can keep expanding it later as you need it. Same applies to other stuff too, like Graphics card or Sound card etc. Best manufacturers for memory are Kingston, Transcend and Corsair
GRAPHICS CARD
You can always use Compatibility Information and Recommended Components information on the AMD website for recommendations for other system parts as well.
Graphics is something where ‘More the better’. If you can afford you can get great graphics card with 2GB video memory, heavy gamer will need this for better performance. ASUS and NVIDIA makes the best High-End cards. Have a look yourself on their sites.
HARD DRIVE
Storage is again a matter of personal preference. Only factor could be the HDD RPM, the more the RPM better is the response time for the disk. Frankly, 7k or 10k RPM is so fast that you wont notice any change when running 15k HDD. Still your call… Best SEAGATE
SOUND CARD
This is again you call according to your needs or how loud you wanna get?
Best manufacturer is Creative.
CABINET
This is very important part. Heavy Processor and Motherboard will create more heat and may likely incur more damages to themselves. ASUS Heat sink will bring down the system temperature by 10 degrees but you do need good cabinet to make sure of proper airflow and temperature control.
Cooler Master makes the best cabinets and you can choose according to your needs.
POWER UNIT(SMPS)
More components inside the box more power is needed. Normal machine will just need 250 or 390 Watts unit. However if you are going to run four High-End graphics card then you will need 1000 or 1250 Watts unit. Visit Cooler Master and identify a product of you needs.
MONITOR
Completely depends on your needs. Best ones are from LG, SAMSUNG, VIEWSONIC, SHARP, DELL and APPLE.
UPS
Your call. Best is American Power Conversion. Get the one that suits your need.
Appreciate your time to read through. I hope this has been useful. Please let me know your comments and suggestions. If you like me to discuss on a topic, just let me know. I will try my best to impress you. See ya around.
Appreciate your time to read through. I hope this has been useful. Please let me know your comments and suggestions. If you like me to discuss on a topic, just let me know. I will try my best to impress you. See ya around.
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