[jrank001]

Hi All:

I’m looking to upgrade to the new Sandybridge. I’d like to get the new Intel i5-2500K CPU. A new Asus mobo, new ram, and a SSD. Then install Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit.

My current set up is, see my signature info:

Is it worth it for me to do the upgrade to gain how much performance?

Would I just be better off installing a new SSD and Win 7 64bit to save cash and get some performance. Looking for suggestions and thoughts.

Thanks

[Paratrooper1n0]

Wait for Intel to fix the SATA port problems before thinking about upgrading. (Unless they have already)

[Extreme Edition]

you will see a massive performance boost from the old Conroe architecture to SB as you will experience true quad core computing. I would recommend that you upgrade, although a core 2 Quad will last a while.

if you would like to upgrade i would recommend a gigabyte mobo, as i have had much better experiences with that as i have had with asus. Yu should also look to upgrade the graphics card otherwise the gaming experience will barely change.

this is my recommended setup:
CPU: I7 2600K (extra 2Mb L3)
MoBo: GA-P67a-UD4
Gfx: GTX 560 Ti
RAM: Gskill RipJaws 1600 CL9 / Kingston HyperX 1600 CL9
SSD: OCZ Vertex 2

[jrank001]

Anyone know the Intel status on the fix?