Joined on 02/26/13
Excellent Board
Pros: Very nice and sleak Bios with multiple setting saves and computer statistics. Great for expert and beginners in overclocking. The special PCV weave of the board makes it very resilient to accidental bending. Overall design looks nice for those going for a steel and blue color scheme.
Cons: Only some very minor problems to consider... Motherboard power port could be in a better spot. The current location causes the power cable to slightly block airflow for large cpu coolers that blow towards the back of the case. Also, the bios screen could stay up longer since it disappears before my monitor even fully starts up.
Overall Review: Make sure large graphics card won't block the second PCIx1 slot if you are using it. My GTX 770 almost made it impossible for me to install my wireless adapter due to it's size.
Great Gaming Mouse
Pros: Feels solid and rigid. Nice clicking sound that's neither too loud or too soft. DPI setting button doesn't get in the way despite it's position. Great looking design. No red laser (you can't see it!) for tracking, and a cool blue LED for DPI setting indicator.
Cons: None really, but check Other Thoughts before buying.
Overall Review: This mouse is larger than the standard ones that come with most computers (ex: dell stock mice). It's slightly wider but definitely longer than most standard mice, so if standard mice are too big for you, you may want to consider a different product. The mouse is also heavier than my last one, which isn't a problem for me, but something for other buyers to consider.
Runs everything!
Pros: Very strong card. WIthout SLI, it should pretty much run every game at near max until the new consoles come out.
Cons: Huge card.
Overall Review: Most gamers won't need the 4gb of VRAM, but the higher clockspeed helps justify the price.
Excellent
Pros: Winning the silicon lottery allows some pretty good OC'ing on good air coolers. Mine's at 4.3 ghz with a phanek at 1.20V at 59C full load. Could be pushed a lot harder, but I want mine to last a while.
Cons: None
Overall Review: Losing the silicon lottery isn't that bad. You can still get a good OC of 4.1 on a decent air cooler.
Awesome!
Pros: Good selection of wires. No noise when not gaming. Nice packaging. Fully modular for wiring cleanliness.
Cons: Wish the peripheral wires were long, but that'd be too perfect
Overall Review: Very good for mid tier and first time builds. Modular is a definite must to make wiring easier for new builders.
Cost Effective PS/2 Keyboard
Pros: The low profile reminds me of a laptop keyboard feel while being a full keyboard. Key presses are not clicky, but rather sound as if they are dampened by rubber. Some may not like this, but I needed my keyboard to be quiet. The overall feel is solid and durable, and the compact design is great for those who love their desk real estate.
Cons: The keys do not feel as resistant to key presses than I'd like but rather mushy.
Overall Review: DO NOT plan on using the PS/2 to USB adapter that (I think) Newegg puts in the box as it will cause the space key to keyblock all other keys (such as WASD), making it terrible for gaming. Either plan on using the PS/2 connector or have a good adapter already on hand.