AMD build or Intel Build

[TheMetalborn]

So the time has come again where I can not decide on parts. I have all the parts decided except the Processors, and if I switch processors it changes the build obviously, of course I love the Asus line of ROG Motherboards, they are my favorite so I want one in regardless I personally prefer AMD processors, but I read recently that the Asus AM3+ line of ROG motherboards will be discontinued and they will not be making anymore (I could be wrong, idk). Now, Asus has a shit tone of Intel motherboards (way to many) so im not sure if I am better off going with Intel or AMD. I would go AMD if Asus was going to continue the ROG AM3+ Chipset. So should I go with Intel and have newer motherboards or run the go with an older AM3+ motherboard. Also something I am keeping in mind, Asus unveiled there new line of ROG motherboards in Japan I believe, do you think it would be wise if I wait for those to roll out??

My build is going for a black and red color scheme so keep that in mind. This build will be used for Gaming, Video Recording and Editing, Livestreaming and Music Recording. The main games I play are, Smite, Borderlands 2, Wargame, League, GTA 4, SWTOR, Mass Effect, World of Tanks, Battlefield and Crysis. I will show the starting build and then the upgraded build. Will probably add more hard drives too but I didn't add them in cause its not that important, also might go 2 way SLI with which ever upgraded GPU decide on eventually.

AMD Starter
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3sQY4
AMD Build Upgraded
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3B8bF


Intel Starter
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3B8kc
Intel Build Upgraded
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3B8qO

Tell me which build would be better. Thanks guys

[Imabigmac]

I would go intel i7 right off the bat by dropping down to $150 mobo and a 600W power supply. 

[kinkywink]

So the time has come again where I can not decide on parts. I have all the parts decided except the Processors, and if I switch processors it changes the build obviously, of course I love the Asus line of ROG Motherboards, they are my favorite so I want one in regardless I personally prefer AMD processors, but I read recently that the Asus AM3+ line of ROG motherboards will be discontinued and they will not be making anymore (I could be wrong, idk). Now, Asus has a shit tone of Intel motherboards (way to many) so im not sure if I am better off going with Intel or AMD. I would go AMD if Asus was going to continue the ROG AM3+ Chipset. So should I go with Intel and have newer motherboards or run the go with an older AM3+ motherboard.

My build is going for a black and red color scheme so keep that in mind. This build will be used for Gaming, Video Recording and Editing, Livestreaming and Music Recording. The main games I play are, Smite, Borderlands 2, Wargame, League, GTA 4, SWTOR, Mass Effect, World of Tanks, Battlefield and Crysis. I will show the starting build and then the upgraded build.

AMD Starter

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3sQY4

AMD Build Upgraded

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3B8bF

Intel Starter

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3B8kc

Intel Build Upgraded

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3B8qO

Tell me which build would be better. Thanks guys

i would do this

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

 

CPU:  Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($326.98 @ SuperBiiz) 

CPU Cooler:  be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 3 93.3 CFM Fluid Dynamic Bearing CPU Cooler  ($109.99 @ NCIX US) 

Motherboard:  Gigabyte GA-Z87X-UD5 TH ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($214.98 @ SuperBiiz) 

Memory:  G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory  ($149.98 @ OutletPC) 

Storage:  Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk  ($80.99 @ Amazon) 

Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($79.99 @ Newegg) 

Video Card:  MSI GeForce GTX 780 3GB TWIN FROZR Video Card  ($499.98 @ SuperBiiz) 

Power Supply:  EVGA SuperNOVA 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($102.18 @ Amazon) 

Monitor:  BenQ RL2455HM 60Hz 24.0" Monitor  ($179.99 @ Newegg) 

Case Fan:  Corsair Air Series SP120 Quiet Edition (2-Pack) 37.9 CFM 120mm  Fans  (Purchased For $0.00) 

Case Fan:  Silverstone FN121-P-RL 58.5 CFM 120mm  Fan  (Purchased For $0.00) 

Case Fan:  NZXT FS-200RB-RLED 89.5 CFM 193mm  Fan  (Purchased For $0.00) 

Case Fan:  BitFenix BFF-LPRO-12025R-RP 56.2 CFM 120mm  Fan  ($13.06 @ Amazon) 

Case Fan:  Corsair Air Series AF120 Red 52.2 CFM 120mm  Fan  (Purchased For $0.00) 

Other: Tt eSports MEKA G-Unit Illuminated Cherry MX Blue Switch Edition ($149.99)

Other: Tt eSports Thermaltake DASHER Mouse Pad ($24.99)

Other: Tt eSports Thermaltake THERON Infrared Gaming Mouse ($59.99)

Other: Cooler Master HAF 912 Advanced Computer Case (Purchased For $79.99)

Total: $2073.08

(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-04-30 00:30 EDT-0400)

[Faceman]

@TheMetalborn

 

Motherboard doesn't impact performance.  Motherboard selection is all about features and color.  Chances are, a $100 motherboard will have all of the features you need.  Check out the ASRock Fatal1ty Killer for only $105 while still fitting your red & black color scheme.

 

Are you planning to SLI in the near future?  If not, you can do with a less expensive PSU.

 

The money you save on motherboard and maybe PSU? can be parlayed into a more powerful GPU.

 

As far as which processor to pick, I would go with Intel because of the tasks you plan to do.  Hyper-Threading will come in handy, as well as delivering superior single core performance.

[Joshua Ondangan]

if you're looking to sli in the future then just grab a motherboard who doesn't have enough slot for sli or xfire. why?

because all people who say they will sli in the future "rarely" sli in the future. They normally just buy a whole new card and live with it.

 

I second the asrock killer. it normally has all the features you need.