The E2180 thread - Budget Build

[linskingdom]

Finally I got a chance to review the E2180. It is quite impressive. The result speaks itself. With the $85 processor and $80 mobo (NewEgg MIR), can OC 90% of stock (you may go higher but make sure you have good cooler), what more I can say.

System Specs. (Budget rig is my key theme)

Intel E2180.
Abit IP35-E with BIOS 0405
G.Skill 2G DDR2-6400.
WD SE16- 400G.
ATI X300 (Will use 8600GT when I figure out the max fsb).
AC Pro 7 & AS5.
Antec 900 case.

By changing the fsb from 200 to 320, I have 3.2G.

By changing the fsb from 320 to 340, setting CPU voltage to 1.425v, I have 3.4G.

http://img103.imageshack.us/my.php?i...218034gnj5.jpg

3.6G? Change the ram 1:1, set the ram timing to 5-5-5-15, sub timing to Auto, change CPU voltage to 1.495v, add 0.1v to MCH, add 0.1v to RAM voltage. It has no problem to run 2 hours Ortho until I decide to shut it down and try 3.8G

http://img103.imageshack.us/my.php?i...218036gfq4.jpg

How about 3.8G? Change CPU voltage to 1.525v, add 0.1v to MCH,add 0.1v to RAM voltage. I didn’t run Ortho because I don’t think my poor cooler is able to handle this.

http://img174.imageshack.us/my.php?i...218038gyl0.jpg

The temperature can’t be that low. Before I know the correct temperature, I won’t try the 4.0G. I think I should start to invest a high-end cooler. Well, I feel very happy so far and will do some benchmark tests once things settle down.


Notes:
For the AC Pro 7 users, you may need to pick different mobo because Abit's NB blocks the cooler and I have to cut the bottom fins about 0.2cm in order to fit in.

The Abit ip35-e mobo’s design is really for these cases with the PSU at the top but not at the bottom. My 24 pins cable is barely long enough to the power connector. The 8 pins 12v cable has to cross the mobo all ways to other side. Overall, it is a wonderful mobo. It is slightly better than my DS3L.

In short, while other expensive processors are struggling to reach 3.4G and above, E2180 and Abit IP35-E gets the job done. It is clearly a great combo for budget rig IMO

[Bear]

nice.....look to be good overclockers...

i just ordered mine from newegg so hopefully i'll have some results tuesday.....

[Ben the OCer]

That is CRAZY AWESOME! Nice Job linskingdom! Rep+ for an amazing OC! To even post at 3.8GHz is amazing. Have you found what the FSB wall is? Patiently awaiting benchies.

[pato88]

Im planning to get a E2140/60/80. I was going to get a E2140 but then wanted to get 4.0Ghz so thinking of getting a E2180.

Also would be in an Antec. Let me know how the results go. Id be getting a Big Typhoon ontop of all the fans on the Antec.

Thanks for the results, ill know how to OC better (first time OCer)!

Take it easy.

[loop0001]

so i can see attaining 3.6 easy with good air cooling no problem.
and if i water cool it... should see those with awesome temps...
man im really temped to get one and play with it...

[linskingdom]

Originally Posted by loop0001

so i can see attaining 3.6 easy with good air cooling no problem.
and if i water cool it... should see those with awesome temps...
man im really temped to get one and play with it...

You should but I don't know my temp is correct or not. At 3.8G, I don't think temp is 38c or 39c that low. These is something I need to figure out when time is permited.

[Ziggy]

Originally Posted by linskingdom

It is slightly better than my DS3L.

1) What do you mean by that it is slightly better? Better features, better build quality, etc.?

2) Have you tried the E2180 in your DS3L?


I ask because I am planning on getting this chip and a DS3R next week, and was wondering if there were any problems with the combination. Or if their is a better board to get (that won't break the bank).

[linskingdom]

Yes. I did. 'Slight better' is referring to BIOS. In DS3L, I had to change this change that to make it stable at 3.6G. I do know DS3L got very good review and this could be just my mobo and ram only. So, go for DS3R if you like it.

[linskingdom]

I can't wait. I bet we will hear lots E2180 news from all of you this weekend. Good luck.

[Ziggy]

Originally Posted by linskingdom

I can't wait. I bet we will hear lots E2180 news from all of you this weekend. Good luck.

Thanks for the reply.

I too am interested in others results. I am waiting for CyberDruid to put his PC together. http://www.overclock.net/intel-build...nt-killer.html