Joined on 05/27/04
Pros: I used this RAM for my first build with an Asus M4A79XTD EVO and it works great. The board defaults the speed to 1333, but it's easy enough to change. Even running at 1333 it got a 7.5 rating from Win7.
Cons: None so far
Overall Review: I chose this RAM based largely on the lack of reported problems with G.Skill memory. I could have saved a little money and taken my chances with another brand, but I'm glad I didn't.
Decent
Pros: Sound quality is ok, the microphone tucks out of the way, and the placement of the volume control isn't bad once you get used to it.
Cons: Not comfortable at all, I wear them over a hoodie to keep them from rubbing my ears raw.
Overall Review: If you plan on using a headset for extended periods of time, get yourself something better.
Horrendous
Pros: The graphics are very nice, and the detail seems true to the period. The shooting is pretty good too, it's a shame that it's completely overshadowed by cutscenes and driving.
Cons: Wow, I mean it's barely even a GAME. If cutscenes and driving time are your thing, then you're set. This probably has more similarities to an interactive movie than an average game, except the movie would give you more options. It also requires Steam for activation, I'm not a fan of theirs.
Overall Review: It really is that bad, I don't even think I could recommend it at the bargain bin price level. Rent it on a console if you absolutely must
Driver Fiasco
Pros: For four months it worked without issue and would dominate anything I threw at it.
Cons: The drivers are a joke, my PC was solid for months, but now in the last week or two I have been unable to run simple programs without driver failure leading to lockups. It just seems ridiculous to me that a video card of this price is failing to run applications that onboard video would have no problems with.
Overall Review: If this driver issue isn't resolved within the next week or two, it looks like I'll be joining the many that are one and done with ATI
Easy choice
Pros: The mouse has a nice feel to it, definitely a good gaming mouse for the price.
Cons: None
Overall Review: I used an mx510 for several years before buying this one for the new build, so I may be biased on how it feels. I had no problems with that mouse and this one is noticeably better.
Good case, rebate hassle
Pros: This case looks pretty good, has plenty of room as expected, and is easy to work with. Airflow should be adequate for most people and it is reasonably quiet considering the five fans and mesh design.
Cons: Good luck getting the rebate, it's probably best to just factor that out of the price.