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NoctHorn
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Here comes the most argued question by PC builders:  Should I go with Intel or AMD?

 

In about a week, I plan on ordering the parts to build my first computer.  The biggest question I am dealing with is what processor I should go with.  I am split between the Intel i5 4670k and the AMD FX-8350.

 

Intel build: http://pcpartpicker.com/user/NoctHorn/saved/dD7v6h

 

AMD build: http://pcpartpicker.com/user/NoctHorn/saved/LbdxFT

 

Given that the (current) price difference between the two is $15, which one would you recommend?

 

P.S.  Can you check if there is a better motherboard for the AMD build if it isn't the best choice?

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I would be going for the Intel build but that's just me

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The 4670k will be best. Go with intel.

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Here comes the most argued question by PC builders:  Should I go with Intel or AMD?

 

In about a week, I plan on ordering the parts to build my first computer.  The biggest question I am dealing with is what processor I should go with.  I am split between the Intel i5 4670k and the AMD FX-8350.

 

Intel build: http://pcpartpicker.com/user/NoctHorn/saved/dD7v6h

 

AMD build: http://pcpartpicker.com/user/NoctHorn/saved/LbdxFT

 

Given that the (current) price difference between the two is $15, which one would you recommend?

 

P.S.  Can you check if there is a better motherboard for the AMD build if it isn't the best choice?

I like AMD more :P But Intel is a clear winner in high-end market :D

 

For AMD build go with 990 Mobo and add an after market cooler so you can OC :D

 

For Intel build go with z97 Mobo and, again, add and after market cooler (if you don't want to OC it, go with 4670/4690 (non K CPU's, they're cheaper) :D

http://animezone.boards.net/

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If its well within your budget, intel.

 

OR

 

you could use the money you save by going amd and go for a 290x

 

8320/990fxa ud3 + 290x

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i agree the 8320 insted of the 8350 save some money then put it into a 290/x i love the ud3 motherboard but the board u got their is ncie as well a friend of mine has it

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