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  1. Skorzeny's Avatar
    1 15-06-2012  23:12
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    What do you think of this spec?
    What do ya'll think of this spec? Have I got value for money (£830 thereabouts) will it stand the test of time?

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    2 16-06-2012  00:03
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    Re: What do you think of this spec?
    Looks okay, the PSU is definately overkill though. Would probably go for a 500-600W Seasonic/Enermax unit instead.
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    3 16-06-2012  21:16
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    Re: What do you think of this spec?
    Looks pretty good to me, i'd stick with the 700w incase you want to upgrade/add components later on
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    4 16-06-2012  21:44
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    Re: What do you think of this spec?
    (Original post by Skorzeny)
    What do ya'll think of this spec? Have I got value for money (£830 thereabouts) will it stand the test of time?

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