Fall 2009 XS Cheapazchips 3D Challenge

[Stapler]

I voted for the 4670, but are we sure it isn't bugged in '03 the way 48xx cards are?

[\/ENDE][A]

+1 for 4670, just happen to have one on the way
Only used ATI once before so, it will be good learning experience for me.

[subaruwrc]

+1 for HD4670 DDR3-and If the benchmark haven't decided yet, I suggest 2k5

[proxis]

voted 4670 even though i like the gddr3 8600gt/9500gt but those cards have very strange oc limits

[carpo93]

voted for 4670

and +1 for 3dmark05

[[XC] gomeler]

I like the idea of 3D05. How about AM3 also? Or 3D06? I don't mind 03 but I'm sick of 01 and a lot of us(me ) don't have E8xxx/REX rigs anymore.

[subaruwrc]

I like the idea of 3D05. How about AM3 also? Or 3D06? I don't mind 03 but I'm sick of 01 and a lot of us(me ) don't have E8xxx/REX rigs anymore.

I think AM3 is good too with 2k5 because we don't have to change cpu to reach good results but If we vote 2k6 we have to have a quad too.

[FatAlbert]

2005 +1 for ya guys

[[XC] gomeler]

I think AM3 is good too with 2k5 because we don't have to change cpu to reach good results but If we vote 2k6 we have to have a quad too.

AM3/05 works for me, I still get to use my quad AM3/05 will be such a quick benchmark session, nobody will have an excuse for not submitting results.

[TheGoat Eater]

am3 /05 is a great combo - I like that idea

[subaruwrc]

AM3/05 works for me, I still get to use my quad AM3/05 will be such a quick benchmark session, nobody will have an excuse for not submitting results.

Great, If im not mistaken we decided which benchmark will be used

[G.Foyle]

3dm05 + Phenom II = fun
At least we will have different rigs in this competition, not just a bunch of E8600/REX setups.

[subaruwrc]

3dm05 + Phenom II = fun
At least we will have different rigs in this competition, not just a bunch of E8600/REX setups.

It would be cool, E86 + REX combos are boring, If I would get a phenom 2 with a mobo and some litres of Ln2 I would push it to its limits, but untill then I have to use my boring E86+REX combo

[quake6]

What about limiting CPU speed? Something like THIS. But there was GPU limit...

[tool_462]

am3 /05 is a great combo - I like that idea

Agreed.

Assuming there will be 1 class in terms of cooling? I had to sell all my cold stuff due to job loss so I'm stuck on water or air :cry:

[subaruwrc]

What about limiting CPU speed? Something like THIS. But there was GPU limit...

I think it's not a good idea because this is a weak vga compared to GTX285-295's and It would be less fun to OC it if there isnt enough cpu power. Maybe Im thinking the wrong way.. If it is true, than sorry.

[George_o/c]

The 9500GT is more rational as it's cheaper?

I didn't say it's rationaly 'cause of the price. I meant that 4670 is clearly the best choice in terms of overclockability and fun involved with that precious little card

[[XC] gomeler]

What about limiting CPU speed? Something like THIS. But there was GPU limit...

No CPU speed limit. That turns this into a tweak-fest, which makes it not nearly as entertaining. I plan on running dry ice on the card and at least cascade on the CPU In the end it won't matter that much though, I suspect an E8600 at 4.5GHz will max these cards out with a marginal increase in points from 4.5GHz to 6GHz.

Agreed.

Assuming there will be 1 class in terms of cooling? I had to sell all my cold stuff due to job loss so I'm stuck on water or air :cry:

Two classes like last time I think is best. Air/water and everything else.

[subaruwrc]

No CPU speed limit. That turns this into a tweak-fest, which makes it not nearly as entertaining. I plan on running dry ice on the card and at least cascade on the CPU In the end it won't matter that much though, I suspect an E8600 at 4.5GHz will max these cards out with a marginal increase in points from 4.5GHz to 6GHz.



Two classes like last time I think is best. Air/water and everything else.

Can I submit results In all categories, e.g with cpu/gpu aircooled and after that with cpu/gpu dice cooled?

[[XC] gomeler]

Can I submit results In all categories, e.g with cpu/gpu aircooled and after that with cpu/gpu dice cooled?

I right now don't see anything wrong with this. Probably for the best to have the sub-ambient guys do both so we get some results in. Would hate for all of us to kill the cards on ln2/dice and have no results

[tool_462]

No CPU speed limit. That turns this into a tweak-fest, which makes it not nearly as entertaining. I plan on running dry ice on the card and at least cascade on the CPU In the end it won't matter that much though, I suspect an E8600 at 4.5GHz will max these cards out with a marginal increase in points from 4.5GHz to 6GHz.



Two classes like last time I think is best. Air/water and everything else.

Good, I like both decisions on that front

AM3/05 sound fun to me, I've NEVER even run 05 on an ATI card

[subaruwrc]

I right now don't see anything wrong with this. Probably for the best to have the sub-ambient guys do both so we get some results in. Would hate for all of us to kill the cards on ln2/dice and have no results

Yeah this is the first reason why Im asking this, the second is because If 4.5ghz is enough as you said, maybe I won't put my cpu under cold because It can pass easily 2k5 at 4.5 so the only thing is to worry about is the card.

[George_o/c]

2k5 and AM3 sound perfect. Another question: When is the competition starting ?

[FatAlbert]

George relax

we should wait for other people.

[TheKarmakazi]

Im in for this one

I agree with the consensus... 4670 & AM3/05