So I'm beginning an LGA 2011 build, and figured I'd check the community before going 'gung ho' on newegg. Ideally I'd like to get a 4930K and an Asus Rampage4 Extreme Black Edition. I highly doubt anyone has these parts, but if anyone is looking to unload or downsize I would be willing to make an offer.
what's your goal and price range to start with.
My goal (working with a friend) is to build a MONSTER lan machine. It's probably going to end up with a water loop and the works. That said, if we can save money we would like to do so. I've found open box versions of these parts putting a combined price range of around $700 (about 300 for the processor and 400 for the MoBo).
get a mini ITX build going then. MSI mini ITX with an i7. 16g ram with the new gtx 760 mini. or you can just go for micro atx and build from there
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I have 2 2011 builds the Asus x79 deluxe & p9x79 pro / performance wise there is very little noticeable I would image the same for the rampage. If your looking to save some money and are not going to go crazy with OC you should be fine. If its just for lan I would get a Rampage IV Gene and put it in a small bitfenix case. My brother just did this and its so easy to carry around.