A Core i3 2100 is still dual core but it has Hyperthreading. If it were me I'd try to save my money alittle longer and get the Core i5 2400 Quad Core, its about $60-$70 more where I live...but that's just me, and you want either 4GB or 8GB of ram not 6GB when you have 4 dimm slots.
I haven't had much experience with ATI lately but the HD 6870 or HD 6950 could be okay,maybe some ATI guys can help recommend something.
If you were going Nvidia I'd recommend a GTX560, I got a GTX460 in my home theater and its pretty good.
Just do some research,check the reviews and don't jump the gun...I no that's hard when we get the upgrade bug.
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08-31-2011, 01:09 AM
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