Posts by AntiStupid

If you live near a Microcenter you could save a bundle on that processor and mobo combo. Edit: I think they are actually running their deal online for the 4th gens

Check this out, I'm not sure of the accuracy, but it is a decent rundown: http://cpuboss.com/cpus/Intel-Core-i7-4770K-vs-Intel-Core-i7-3930K

in your future power supply buying ventures, it would be wise to look for something with an 80+ silver or above when you start looking at high end components. Providing ENOUGH power isn't the same thing as providing QUALITY power by any...

Give that thread a read, you should be able to get 4.5Ghz out of your 2500k with

It would be Sandy Bridge-E (i7 3820, 3930K etc.) with an X79 chipset, I am not 100% certain the specs compaired to Z87, but I would assume that you would be set for several years without a major bottleneck.

If you want single core power I'd think a 2011 setup would suit your needs a little better, your RAM would also benefit from the additional bandwidth.

Personally I felt it benificial to upgrade from a 680 to a 780, but i game at 2560x1440, and the extra performance kept me in my target range for fps. Either card will be more than enough for 1080 IMO

Ordered mine direct from EVGA Friday, will be here Wednesday... oh the anticipation :D

I've had Win 8 pro 64-bit for over a year now. The only issues I've ever had compatibility-wise was with older software, but there was almost always a quick workaround with help from google or folks on here.

Welcome! Dont forget to fill out your rig on your profile page! Edit: thats a nice blob eye you've got there