Better CPU or GPU (Gaming)

[TheRoss0411]

I am stuck between getting a i5 4670 or a i5 3470. If i get the 3470 i can get a better GPU, with more VRAM.

Which one should i go for ?

And if i get the 3470 will it still work in a Gigabyte Z87X-D3H Motherboard.

Thanks

 

[Levent]

no it wont 

3470 = 1155 socket

(Z/H)87 boards = 1150 socket

 

get 3470 with h77 board

[Kayn]

3470 with a better GPU.

[WoodenMarker]

You shouldn't get a z87 mobo if you're not oc'ing. 

Also, the 3470 and 4670 are different sockets and your choice would really depend on the pricing. You might want to go AMD depending what games you play.

 

If you're just planning a new build, read this: http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/3061-build-plan-thread-reccomendations-please-read-before-posting/

and a post a topic in the New Builds and Planning section: http://linustechtips.com/main/forum/18-new-builds-and-planning/

[Lord Pantaloons]

GPU is more important for gaming, get the 3470 w/H77 mobo like Levent said

[TheSLSAMG]

I am stuck between getting a i5 4670 or a i5 3470. If i get the 3470 i can get a better GPU, with more VRAM.

Which one should i go for ?

And if i get the 3470 will it still work in a Gigabyte Z87X-D3H Motherboard.

Thanks

http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/45848-faq-and-guide-cpu-choice/

 

I recommend you read this, from user @Samdb. It's a great guide, and I feel AMD would be more situated towards what you are doing.

[Guest]

I am stuck between getting a i5 4670 or a i5 3470. If i get the 3470 i can get a better GPU, with more VRAM.

Which one should i go for ?

And if i get the 3470 will it still work in a Gigabyte Z87X-D3H Motherboard.

Thanks

what is your current setup????

i dont know your cpu, gpu and other stuffs

i would go for a new gpu personally 

 

eventhough i have a q6600 i would rather get a new gpu but thats cuz i have a 7770

[ANNIHILATOR284]

better GPU

[sthzje]

You should get an I5 3470 and get a better GPU.

[mgsstar]

I would get the i5 3470 for a better gpu because the i5 is a good cpu for gaming. The Gigabyte Z87X-D3H will not be compatible with the 3470 since the cpu is LGA 1155 and the motherboard is LGA 1150.

[Art Vandelay]

depends on which GPUs you are considering. More VRAM doesn't always make a difference. Even if you are on 1440p, 2GB is fine for the most part, if you are running Nvidia; I'm not really sure about ATI, since I've heard they use memory less efficiently.

[Mooshi]

Better GPU with more vram. a Boss CPU does you no good if you're lagging because of a weak GPU.