Looking to get a new CPU what should I get

[CovfefeMug]

I'm looking for a CPU for gaming and video editing but I'm new to all this so it be really helpful to get some advice. My budget is about $450.

[WhitetailAni]

Do you already have a motherboard, or do you need a motherboard along with your CPU?

[Helpful Tech Witch]

If you don't need a motherboard: get a 5800x (you can find them in stock)

If you need a motherboard: get a 5600x (in stock) and a decent motherboard.

[CovfefeMug]

1 hour ago, FakeKGB said:

Do you already have a motherboard, or do you need a motherboard along with your CPU?

I need a motherboard

[WhitetailAni]

Just now, CovfefeMug said:

I need a motherboard

Get a 5600X and an MSI B550-A Pro.

CPU is $300, motherboard is $150.

[CovfefeMug]

Just now, FakeKGB said:

Get a 5600X and an MSI B550-A Pro.

CPU is $300, motherboard is $150.

Question Zen 3 vs Intel 11th gen

[WhitetailAni]

Just now, CovfefeMug said:

Question Zen 3 vs Intel 11th gen

What CPU exactly?

The i7 and i9 11th gen CPUs are useless. Core i5 is alright for some of them.

[CovfefeMug]

Just now, FakeKGB said:

What CPU exactly?

 

5600x vs i5 11600k

[WhitetailAni]

Just now, CovfefeMug said:

5600x vs i5 11600k

5600X all the way.

5600X doesn't need a Z590 motherboard for overclocking and consumes much less power (65 watts vs 125 watts).

[xg32]

5 minutes ago, CovfefeMug said:

5600x vs i5 11600k

there are reports of 11600k not even hitting 4.9 under 1.4v, depending on ur gpu and resolution i recommend the 11400, 5600x, or 10700kf if you do go with a 11400, just stick the stock cooler on there and save some money

[CovfefeMug]

is the 5600x good for gaming and video editing?

 

[CommanderAlex]

8 minutes ago, CovfefeMug said:

is the 5600x good for gaming and video editing?

 

The 5600X is really good for gaming and light video editing. It's a great CPU and will probably be the recommendations by many going into the future after the 3600 has reached the end of the line (purchasing one that is). 

 

Also, Welcome to the forums!!!

[CovfefeMug]

3 minutes ago, SpiderMan said:

The 5600X is really good for gaming and light video editing. It's a great CPU and will probably be the recommendations by many going into the future after the 3600 has reached the end of the line (purchasing one that is). 

 

Also, Welcome to the forums!!!

what cpu should i get if i wanted to do gaming and heavy editing?

[CommanderAlex]

1 minute ago, CovfefeMug said:

what cpu should i get if i wanted to do gaming and heavy editing?

With your budget of $450, the 5600X will have to do. If you had a couple hundred dollars more and also use this rig for other things such as work, video editing, running simulations (basically anything that revolves around you making a paycheck), a 5800X or even a 5900X would do. If you really need the cores, a 3700X or 3900X although these chips are a generation behind, but are still good performers. 

[CovfefeMug]

7 minutes ago, SpiderMan said:

With your budget of $450, the 5600X will have to do. If you had a couple hundred dollars more and also use this rig for other things such as work, video editing, running simulations (basically anything that revolves around you making a paycheck), a 5800X or even a 5900X would do. If you really need the cores, a 3700X or 3900X although these chips are a generation behind, but are still good performers. 

recommended motherboards?

[CommanderAlex]

1 minute ago, CovfefeMug said:

recommended motherboards?

B450 Tomahawk, Asus TUF branded B450 motherboards. Well the majority of B450 or even B550 motherboards are great.