aniv's i7 build + Second i7 Build :D

[aniv]

Hi Guys! Im so excited to share details of my i7 build, I will be also sharing best practices as I install and tune my system.

Here is the case so far (Coolermaster Spartan CSX)! Waiting for UPS to deliver all the components :D

Parts are here woop woop!!

So I decided to do quad sli..it flys :D

3Dmark Vantage Scores (all at stock)

Single 295 GTX

SLI 295 GTX

How is Quad SLI working out for you? I heard there are problems with it still, e.g. microstuttering, limited memory bandwidth, and lockups. Have you been having any issues? And what drivers are you running for it?

Edit: Also, would you recommend the V8? You're practically building the same thing I've been planning. :p

Quad SLI is just working out awesome, I have tested in Crysis @ 2560 *1600 DX10 mode X64 Binary and performance boost of around 56% :D Which is awesome. No lockups yet *knock on wood* Limited memory bandwidth is an issue but heh this is good until cpl of months until Nvidia comes up with their new GPUS :D I am using 181.22 WHQL.

I would definitely recommend the V8 if you are not overclocking its not loud and idle temps are around 26 degrees (ambient room temp 74 degrees F). If you plan on OC'ing get the the Thermalright Ultra-120 eXtreme. Best Air cooler out there.

link : http://www.thermalright.com/new_a_page/pro...ler_1366rt.html

The coolermaster V10 is also awesome with no condensation issues but it was just a little too big for my needs. I am updating the mainpost with some Vantage scores (everything @ stock).

very nice!

what's that little box bt the two cases in the first pic?

Its a Buffalo 4TB Terastation Live NAS that I have had since around 2 yrs now (thats where all my p0rn [lmao], apps I use on my pcs, Game patches etc goes]

Link: http://www.buffalotech.com/products/networ...rastation-live/

Detailed specs and benchmarks please :woot:

See below for specs, benchmarks for games I own coming soon :)

how much did this build cost you ?

Processor: Intel Core i7 920 2.66GHz 8M L3 Cache 4.8GT/sec QPI Hyper-Threading Turbo Boost LGA1366 Processor - $292.90

RAM: Corsair TR3X6G1600C8D Dominator 6 GB 3 x 2 GB PC3-12800 1600MHz 240-Pin DDR3 Core i7 Memory Kit - $223.50

CPU Cooler: COOLER MASTER V8 RR-UV8-XBU1-GP 120mm Rifle CPU Cooler - Retail - $53.02

Motherboard: EVGA 132-BL-E758-A1 LGA 1366 Intel X58 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail - $299.99

GFX Card: EVGA 017-P3-1291-AR GeForce GTX 295 1792MB 896 (448 x 2)-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail - $504.99

GFX Card: EVGA 017-P3-1291-AR GeForce GTX 295 1792MB 896 (448 x 2)-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail - $504.99

PSU: CORSAIR 1000w HX Series 12v ATX SLI Ready 80 Plus Certified Power Supply - CMPSU-1000HX - $229.04 ($20 MIR)

Optical Drive: LG 22X DVD?R DVD Burner with LightScribe Black SATA Model GH22LS30 - $25.99Case: > COOLER MASTER CSX Limited Edition Spartan CX-830SPTN-01-GP Aluminum ATX Full Tower Computer Case - $276 (Was on clearance @ Fry's Electronics Regularly $999, http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...k=spartan%20csx )>

OS:> Vista Ultimate SP1 X64 [MSDN]Had the spares below :(Raptor X is not available anymore, replacement is the Velociraptor; Rest of the prices you can get online):>

Dell 3007WFP-HC monitor

Western Digital 150GB Raptor X 10000 RPM SATA Drive

Logitech G15 2-Tone USB Wired Standard Gaming Keyboard

Logitech G5 2-Tone 7 Buttons 1 x Wheel USB Laser 2000 dpi Mouse

Game Benchmarks @ 2560*1600>

Crysis 32Bit Binary Test(s)>

Crysis 64Bit Binary Test(s)>

Farcry 2 Test(s)>

Edited March 21, 2009 by aniv

[Typhon]

That is a sick case man. Aww also a new i7 build that will be fast. Hey are you going to gut your other pc for that build? Or all new parts?

[SuperKid]

That is one cool case and one hell of a scary face on the front :p Looks good!

[aniv]

Thanks for the replies guys! UPS just arrived a while back with the parts I needed..just need to run and grab a raptor X from the attic and I will start building this baby. Pics of parts updated on original post.

That is a sick case man. Aww also a new i7 build that will be fast. Hey are you going to gut your other pc for that build? Or all new parts?

All new parts mate. I have 6 gaming class desktops and I dont mean crappy gaming class..Good ones and 3 lappies. So this will be an addition. I might however sell the parts from the watercooled box :D

[Typhon]

Thanks for the replies guys! UPS just arrived a while back with the parts I needed..just need to run and grab a raptor X from the attic and I will start building this baby. Pics of parts updated on original post.

All new parts mate. I have 6 gaming class desktops and I dont mean crappy gaming class..Good ones and 3 lappies. So this will be an addition. I might however sell the parts from the watercooled box :D

Damn Mr.Money hehe is that for a lan or something? I was thinking of going with a new i7 and get another GTX285 and a 30" lcd but that would mean about $2,500

Edited January 23, 2009 by Typhon

[aniv]

I know I have been missing but I have been busy testing the rig...cant stop playing Crysis...I liked it so much that I decided to do Quad Sli.

[Alex Suraci]

How is Quad SLI working out for you? I heard there are problems with it still, e.g. microstuttering, limited memory bandwidth, and lockups. Have you been having any issues? And what drivers are you running for it?

Edit: Also, would you recommend the V8? You're practically building the same thing I've been planning. :p

[ultimate99]

very nice!

what's that little box bt the two cases in the first pic?

[Unto Darkness]

nVIDIA GTX 295 X 2 = :omg: Gaming performance

I think you could get a decent frame rate for Crysis even with very high settings AND AA on.

[+shift. MVC]

nVIDIA GTX 295 X 2 = :omg: Gaming performance

I think you could get a decent frame rate for Crysis even with very high settings AND AA on.

No man, Crysis pwns everything ;)

Even dual 295s!

[MindTooth]

Congratulate on the new PC. Just a bit overkill, or what? :p

Feel free to post some more screens..

Birger :)

[Thirtythree]

No man, Crysis pwns everything ;)

Even dual 295s!

Crysis is a game you play one time though and isn't worth spending all that money on (SLI, Crossfire, etc).

[fix-this!]

how much did this build cost you ?

[D. S. Veteran]

Detailed specs and benchmarks please :woot:

[ßéár]

GTA 4 FPS? :p

[Knife Party]

wish i had the time/money, im greeen with envy :p

[+shift. MVC]

Crysis is a game you play one time though and isn't worth spending all that money on (SLI, Crossfire, etc).

Haha true.

But nonetheless, very nice system.

[aniv]

First Post Updated with replies, thanks for feedback guys :) Feel free to ask if you have any questions.

Edited February 2, 2009 by aniv

[DDStriker]

hey aniv...something wierd about that benchmark why does the 965 extreme get a lower cpu score then your setup

but get almost an extra 20k points on the graphic side? seems very wierd :s

[aniv]

hey aniv...something wierd about that benchmark why does the 965 extreme get a lower cpu score then your setup

but get almost an extra 20k points on the graphic side? seems very wierd :s

hmmm I havent actually compared. I will run the tests again and ask some buddies @ evga forums to run on similar setup and see how it goes.

[Digitalx]

damn all that and only DVD drive should have at least gone for BD drive if not writer :p

[aniv]

lol yes I thought that @ one point but I have 3 bluray players (2 ps3's and 1 standalone player) hooked onto various tv's, I have never watched a movie on my gaming rig (dont even use it for browsing) so whats the point of having one really.

[DDStriker]

hmmm I havent actually compared. I will run the tests again and ask some buddies @ evga forums to run on similar setup and see how it goes.

oh i was refering to the 3dmark vantage benchmark where it shows the fastest system in their database compared to yours

[mclaren05]

Price?

(I mean total price)

I think the PSU is a overkill IMO.

[GrimReeper]

Wow that is one sick build. I don't care look how much extra it would cost to build that in australia.