since this is a new build should I still go with a mobo that is a pcie 3.0 or just stick the ones that are still 2.0 x 16 since its not that big of a difference in performance.
Its up to how good a computer you want it to be. U dont really need a 3.0 unless you get the best card out but I got it because I wanted a good board so yeah.
since this is a new build should I still go with a mobo that is a pcie 3.0 or just stick the ones that are still 2.0 x 16 since its not that big of a difference in performance.
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stay at 2.0 besides not until IB will intel have 2.1 support on its cpu's.. so 3.0 is way off
Just look at the basic stuff on the MB, wathever is + they charge it extra, and there is no diference in performance. Go for 3.0PCI MB, after IB comes out you can upgrade since IB will use socket 1155 and 2011, and PCI 3.0 support. And you can buy PCI 3 GPU after that and youll get 50% boost performace!
whats your opinion on micro atxs such as this one. ASUS Maximus IV Gene-Z/GEN3 LGA 1155 Intel Z68 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel Motherboardxeffectx
I would recommend against a micro atx board. The only reason I don't suggest buying one is if you plan on building a 'gaming' rig you may run into space issues. For example on an old micro atx board I had with a full sized GPU it covered 2 of the 4 SATA ports. Just making you aware of the issues before hand.
Don't get a mATX unless a) you can't fit an ATX or b) you're on a very tight budget and prices are unforgiving. Getting a micro board will just cause you extra trouble if you some day want to add expansion cards etc.
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