help with new system, but I'm not a first timer

Andycartier · 01-21-2008, 08:36 PM

I'm planning my 5th system, but there's been so many changes in the last 3 or 4 years, I'm a little perplexed. I want a system with just 1 video card ( I really like the XFX 8800GT), but I also like the new Intel x38 chipset. Since I'm not going to go with 2 videocards, is it possible to use the Nvidia video card on a Mobo that's crossfire compatible? My assumption is there is a "generic" x16 slot that allows any single card to be used on these new motherboards. Am I right? I also would really like to get the new Intel Q9450 processor, and keep the motherboard around $250.00. Any suggestions? If I changed my mind about 1 or 2 cards, I'd still prefer the Nvidia cards, so I know I'd have to go with the nvidia chipsets. Probably the new 790i's when they come out. I use my computer for online gaming, a lot of Internet stuff, work projects, downloading and playing music and movies. I figure this next system will cost at least 1,500 bucks. Andy

**blackduck30** · 01-22-2008, 03:46 AM

to answer your first question, Yes you can use a single Nvidia card with the X38 chipset

And maybe look at something like this

ASUS MAXIMUS FORMULA LGA 775 Intel X38 ATX Intel Motherboard

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131227

themisiek1 · 01-22-2008, 08:34 AM

I' am planning on getting the same chip once it comes out.

01-21-2008, 08:36 PM	#1 (permalink)
Andycartier Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 1 OS: xp2	help with new system, but I'm not a first timer I'm planning my 5th system, but there's been so many changes in the last 3 or 4 years, I'm a little perplexed. I want a system with just 1 video card ( I really like the XFX 8800GT), but I also like the new Intel x38 chipset. Since I'm not going to go with 2 videocards, is it possible to use the Nvidia video card on a Mobo that's crossfire compatible? My assumption is there is a "generic" x16 slot that allows any single card to be used on these new motherboards. Am I right? I also would really like to get the new Intel Q9450 processor, and keep the motherboard around $250.00. Any suggestions? If I changed my mind about 1 or 2 cards, I'd still prefer the Nvidia cards, so I know I'd have to go with the nvidia chipsets. Probably the new 790i's when they come out. I use my computer for online gaming, a lot of Internet stuff, work projects, downloading and playing music and movies. I figure this next system will cost at least 1,500 bucks. Andy

01-22-2008, 03:46 AM	#2 (permalink)
blackduck30 TSF Enthusiast Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Wollongong/Australia Posts: 4,230 OS: XP pro SP3/Vista Ultimate My System	Re: help with new system, but I'm not a first timer to answer your first question, Yes you can use a single Nvidia card with the X38 chipset And maybe look at something like this ASUS MAXIMUS FORMULA LGA 775 Intel X38 ATX Intel Motherboard http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131227 __________________ Blackduck30 Time is like money and milk, It's always running out Any Donations Help Keep TSF Free For All

01-22-2008, 08:34 AM	#3 (permalink)
themisiek1 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 317 OS: XP My System	Re: help with new system, but I'm not a first timer I' am planning on getting the same chip once it comes out.