Lurid

Lurid

Jungle Guide

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Mar 2006
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Recent Posts

Jun 21, 2008 at 10:13 PM What i ordered :D

What PSU? *cringe* I hope its not the case one.

Jun 21, 2008 at 10:12 PM So i want to build a computer...

Quote: Originally Posted by zamial any heatsink fan that does come with the chip will be crap for overclocking. you will want an IFX-14 heat sink....

Jun 21, 2008 at 10:07 PM [Buyers Guide] Graphic Cards and Power Supplies

I think you should comment on amperage more. Total wattage is meaningless if the amps are on the 3.3v / 5.5v and very sparingly on the 12v(s)....

Jun 17, 2008 at 7:44 AM The nVidia GTX 280, Released and Benchmarked.

Thats under load, and a 580w usage estimate is silly. CompUSA is not a good store to go to and ask advice, unfortunately. From informal tests...

Jun 17, 2008 at 7:24 AM Tips for future Upgrade

I'm with Rahja. Swapping to a faster Dual Core is going to net you very little gain for your money. You simply won't notice a difference,...

Jun 17, 2008 at 7:19 AM Upgrade.

The CPU isn't going to bottlekneck actual gameplay at any normal resolution. Benchmarks maybe, but actual performance losses are generally...

Jun 17, 2008 at 7:14 AM Time for Change: Tech Forum Remodel and Redesign

Name: Eric Occupation: College Student Education: College Freshman Areas of Expertise: Hardware. Cooling specifically, worked on a few Phase...

Jun 17, 2008 at 6:56 AM The nVidia GTX 280, Released and Benchmarked.

I'm a bit underwhelmed with this card. Especially considering the price tag.

May 24, 2008 at 4:29 AM Overclocking made simple

To be honest overclocking the current generation hardware doesn't really add alot usually (Especially with the added costs). Simply put you...

May 24, 2008 at 12:13 AM Overclocking made simple

The Kama Cross is fairly garbage. Look into the Xigmatek HDT-S1283 and / or Thermalright Ultra 120 Extreme. I suggest you don't overclock...

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