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ProMeth
By ProMeth
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In just pure gaming scenario what would be a better option?

1. R3 1200 with a RX 550 2GB

2. R5 2400 with Vega 11

No dual channel memory just a 8gig stick @3200mhz.

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A cheap gpu leaves you in a better position to upgrade later without having the wasted integrated graphics

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6 minutes ago, ProMeth said:

In just pure gaming scenario what would be a better option?

1. R3 1200 with a RX 550 2GB

2. R5 2400 with Vega 11

No dual channel memory just a 8gig stick @3200mhz.

 

 

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Why not get a dual stick for a total 8gb? 2x4gb? Thought the tests pointed at that being a better choice for budget rigs in terms of Ryzen performance? Going dual channel like that would increase performance on either side of whichever graphics choice you make from what I have seen on the youtubes.

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13 hours ago, dizmo said:

First gen Ryzen...?

This is not my Rig. Yesterday my brother's c2q rig died so what config should I use ?

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Will you have any upcoming budget in the near future? 

The Vega 11 isn't fantastic, but it could certainly hold you over until you can grab a used 580 8GB. Used they go for ~$90. 

 

Plop that in with your 2400G and you've got a faster, multithreaded CPU over the 1200. The 550 just isnt worth the dime. 

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