Looking for some ideas for a motherboard...

[Low Level Owl]

Hi all,

I want to build a computer for a cousin in Mexico and I'm looking for a good speedy motherboard with onboard video and sound that uses DDR. AMD or Intel.

I've just begun to look, he's willing to spend about 600/700 dollars for everything except the monitor.

Any ideas???

[Budd]

do you really need to onboard video? that will really limit your choices. if you need the onboard video, maybe on of the NForce based boards. they have onboard geforce 2 video, but i have no idea what type of performance they offer. anyone else used any of the NForce boards?

[Low Level Owl]

well i guess the onboard video/audio isn't necessary but i'm looking for a BIG BANG for my buck.

[Budd]

i have used the socket A Shuttle AK31A with the Apollo KT266A chipset. you can pick one up at <a href="http://www.newegg.com" target="_blank">Newegg</a> for $72 plus shipping. super fast, stable board with built on sound. for the price, i would say this would give you alot of bang for your buck.