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    Quote Originally Posted by conqq View Post
    Well, without loudness in mind, hawk vs twin frozr II? It has about 100 MHz OC from stock 560ti and nearly 200MHz OC on the shader clock. I read some bad reviews about overheating, etc. but I know it's probably rare to receive faulty units
    Honestly, I wish I could go back in time and get either Hawks or Lightnings.
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    Quote Originally Posted by mmocd061d7bab8 View Post
    yeh but lava is just very hot water

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    Quote Originally Posted by DeltrusDisc View Post
    Honestly, I wish I could go back in time and get either Hawks or Lightnings.
    That sounds like my deal is sealed then, thanks

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    Quote Originally Posted by conqq View Post
    That sounds like my deal is sealed then, thanks
    Don't get me wrong though, I really like my Twin Frozr II, but honestly, the cooling solution for them all is almost the exact same. Hawks/Lightnings just look even cooler and have higher clocks I'm afraid to attempt on my poor card. ;P My TFII was OC'd when I got it to 880MHz on the core, I now have it to 910MHz.... not sure how much more I want to try.

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    And just look at this beauty....

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814127589

    Yeah I realize it's a 580 Lightning Special Edition..... but whatever. :3
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    Quote Originally Posted by mmocd061d7bab8 View Post
    yeh but lava is just very hot water

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    Quote Originally Posted by DeltrusDisc View Post
    Don't get me wrong though, I really like my Twin Frozr II, but honestly, the cooling solution for them all is almost the exact same. Hawks/Lightnings just look even cooler and have higher clocks I'm afraid to attempt on my poor card. ;P My TFII was OC'd when I got it to 880MHz on the core, I now have it to 910MHz.... not sure how much more I want to try.

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    And just look at this beauty....

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814127589

    Yeah I realize it's a 580 Lightning Special Edition..... but whatever. :3
    I saw that one, but I only use one monitor and don't have a need for that 3GB VRAM.

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    Quote Originally Posted by DeltrusDisc View Post
    Don't get me wrong though, I really like my Twin Frozr II, but honestly, the cooling solution for them all is almost the exact same. Hawks/Lightnings just look even cooler and have higher clocks I'm afraid to attempt on my poor card. ;P My TFII was OC'd when I got it to 880MHz on the core, I now have it to 910MHz.... not sure how much more I want to try.

    ---------- Post added 2011-09-29 at 06:50 AM ----------

    And just look at this beauty....

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814127589

    Yeah I realize it's a 580 Lightning Special Edition..... but whatever. :3
    Haha, that beauty is going into my PC when I can get the funds for it. I read every single page of the reviews, and not one bad review. Mind you, it was 2 days ago when I did this, so there could be a few bad apples in there. But the color scheme, all the good reviews and the 3GB...its gorgeous.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Vanthem View Post
    Haha, that beauty is going into my PC when I can get the funds for it. I read every single page of the reviews, and not one bad review. Mind you, it was 2 days ago when I did this, so there could be a few bad apples in there. But the color scheme, all the good reviews and the 3GB...its gorgeous.
    Get a couple 2560p monitors for it. ;p
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    Quote Originally Posted by mmocd061d7bab8 View Post
    yeh but lava is just very hot water

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    Quote Originally Posted by Xuvial View Post
    Well, MSI cards pretty much don't exist here.
    Want one? Pay for it and my airplane ride and I'll bring it to you and make sure its shipment is the most elite and glorious ever. Like the glorious'ness of this music:



    *as Deltrus ran from the bus stop to Xuvial's house, he knew in his heart what he delivered would be one of few in the entire great land of New Zealand... he mustn't fail.*
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    Quote Originally Posted by mmocd061d7bab8 View Post
    yeh but lava is just very hot water

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    I didn't think postage to NZ would be that expensive that they don't offer it.

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    Not to be an ass here, but this isn't really what the topic is for.

    If you need help with a build you are better off making a new thread, instead of derailing this one
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    Quote Originally Posted by Arachnan View Post
    Not to be an ass here, but this isn't really what the topic is for.

    If you need help with a build you are better off making a new thread, instead of derailing this one
    Derailing? I'm asking upgrade advice and will post when I get it thus continuing the purpose. There weren't any builds being discussed so I'm seeing this as a non-issue.

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    Stay on topic and let the moderators decide if a thread is derailing or not. If you want to come with input; use the report function or PM a mod.

    We are pretty lenient in this thread and allow a fairly broad discussion as long as it can be related to the original topic. If you have any questions or inquires specific to your (future) build it is better to create a new thread in Computer Build Help. Also, for off-topic discussion there are other forums such as Off-Topic and Fun Stuff to consider.
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    I spose derailing was not the correct word for it. Just thought that the thread was started with the intention of showing your system in combination with pictures, not discussing upgrades.

    But as you said, I am not in the position to judge what is appropriate or not
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    Quote Originally Posted by Xuvial View Post
    1) 55c on the GPU and 45c on the CPU (loaded) is incredibly cool, make sure you check with someone before you assume things are running "too hot". The "too hot" mark for an Intel CPU is anything above 75c (it won't shut down the system till you hit the 90's), for AMD chips it's around 60-65c, and for the GPU it's around 90-100c before you need to start worrying. These chips are designed to last for years and years under those temps
    75c isn't too hot. You need a temperature of 106c before the CPU stops, but wear and tear is going to become relatively prominent when going over 90 for a distinct period.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Arachnan View Post
    I spose derailing was not the correct word for it. Just thought that the thread was started with the intention of showing your system in combination with pictures, not discussing upgrades.

    But as you said, I am not in the position to judge what is appropriate or not
    Suffice to say, this thread is the closest thing to "off-topic" of the forum.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Djinni View Post
    GPU: MSI Twin FrozrII/OC
    Dying to know what card you're using. That's an impressive OC temperature

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    those GFX-cards with 2 fans = loud like a mad man :S cant understand why ppl are so hyped over it :S

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    Quote Originally Posted by conqq View Post
    Dying to know what card you're using. That's an impressive OC temperature
    loool! sorted :P

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    Quote Originally Posted by laggspike View Post
    those GFX-cards with 2 fans = loud like a mad man :S cant understand why ppl are so hyped over it :S
    It's practically silent vs the Frio at full speed.
    But the noise doesn't really bother me... thats what music is for.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Djinni View Post
    loool! sorted :P

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    It's practically silent vs the Frio at full speed.
    But the noise doesn't really bother me... thats what music is for.
    And quality headphones.

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