[TheArcher]

Hi everyone. I want to ask you what CPU should I buy since I'm planning to use it for gaming.

CPU:

i3-4130 - Ђ127

AMD FX8320 - Ђ131.06

I've seen some recensions and the AMD is faster in multithreading plus it has the multiplier unlocked.

RAM:

Corsair vengeance 1x4GB 1600Mhz (operates at 1.5V)

or

Kingston HyperX 1x4GB 16000Mhz (operates at 1.65V)

Motherboard:


Gigabyte GA-H87-HD3 for the Intel i3

for AMD haven't chosen any yet...

What compoents should I buy at the end and why?

P.S I'll combine those components with a HD6850 and a Corsair CX600 which I have already own them.

[TheArcher]

I know what you mean about the RAM. I will upgrade the RAM to 8GB buying another stick later on.
I saw some recensions about the new i3 haswell and they say that it is close to an i5 3570 on gaming... So the problem is what CPU should I get i3 haswell which or the FX 8320? I chose them due to my limited budget.

[Jese]

Go with fx 8320, you'll need those cores in future.

[Biesmen]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jese Go with fx 8320, you'll need those cores in future.

They are virtual though. Also, what makes you think this CPU is better than Intel's?

[TheArcher]

Well the power consumption for AMD is freaking high. The 8320 @ 4.7 takes ~330Watt so ye...However cores means nothing. i5 CPUs can easly beat that AMD even it has 4 core vs 8 cores. But the real deal I want to know what you think BETWEEN that i3 vs AMD.

[V1ceC1ty]

Can't you find an i5 for a similar price? My i5 3550k cost ~$240AUD a year or so ago which is not much more than €127.

In this case the AMD is better: http://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu_list.php But from experience Intel is more reliable. It's down to your personal preference.

[Windrush]

The Better For Me

CPU
AMD FX8320

RAM
Kingston HyperX 1x4GB 16000Mhz

[playbox12]

Because the i3 is not a quad core I'd go with the AMD. Though what I'd really recommend is to save up for an i5.

[iZN]

There's a thread for PC related question https://sampforum.blast.hk/showthread.php?tid=128437 I think you better post their.

[Jese]

This might help you:

http://cpuboss.com/cpus/Intel-Core-i...vs-AMD-FX-8320