Looking for new AMD processor

[brandynmagers]

Hello i am looking for a new AMD processor for my computer build. My AMD f(x) 6300 is starting to overheat thanks to one of the pins breaking(my fault). But anyway I am looking for a good affordable AMD processor that'll work well for me I'd prefer it to be under 200$.

Specs:

 

Motherboard:: MSI 970A-G43                    Ram:: G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB)              SSD:: Intel 730 series 240GB SSD

 

GPU:: ASUS Radeon R9 270                      CPU:: AMD FX™-6300 6-Core                                 CX430  corsair power supply

 

[AlexCo]

A broken CPU pin shouldn't change the heat output of the processor. If it still boots and runs with the broken pin you need to evaluate your CPU cooling solution, not the CPU itself. (Heat sink, thermal paste, etc)

 

Alex

 

 

Hello i am looking for a new AMD processor for my computer build. My AMD f(x) 6300 is starting to overheat thanks to one of the pins breaking(my fault). But anyway I am looking for a good affordable AMD processor that'll work well for me I'd prefer it to be under 200$.

Specs:

 

Motherboard:: MSI 970A-G43                    Ram:: G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB)              SSD:: Intel 730 series 240GB SSD

 

GPU:: ASUS Radeon R9 270                      CPU:: AMD FX™-6300 6-Core                                 CX430  corsair power supply

 

[Jerakl]

A broken CPU pin shouldn't change the heat output of the processor. If it still boots and runs with the broken pin you need to evaluate your CPU cooling solution, not the CPU itself. (Heat sink, thermal paste, etc)

 

Alex

This.

 

It's not the CPU, it's the cooling.

 

As long as it still works you're fine. Just get a better cooling solution. FX processors tend to produce heat like it's the ice age. Hyper 212 evo is a good solution if you're short on cash.

[TheKDub]

Make sure your cooling is working correctly. 

 

Also, make sure you applied thermal paste, and/or cleaned off the old stuff if you ever removed your cooler.

[yourdad165]

An FX 8320 is about $150. However, listen to the other people and check your cooling solution.

[brandynmagers]

A broken CPU pin shouldn't change the heat output of the processor. If it still boots and runs with the broken pin you need to evaluate your CPU cooling solution, not the CPU itself. (Heat sink, thermal paste, etc)

 

Alex

I just the stock heat sync on at the moment and i just changed paste not long ago. But my number did increase noticeably 

[Faceman]

That motherboard is a lowly 4+1 VRM phase design, without heatsinks.  Chances are your motherboard is causing the problem.  No way will you be able to run an FX8 off of that thing.  You need a new motherboard is my guess.

[AlexCo]

I'd say take off the cooler, clean it really well and apply new paste. Assure it's mounted all the way down and try again.

 

Also, the stock cooler isn't great. Almost anything would be better.

 

Alex

 

I just the stock heat sync on at the moment and i just changed paste not long ago. But my number did increase noticeably 

[Tagiau]

If you are using the stock amd cooler, that is your issue. A broken pin won't increase temps, it would do a lot more. 

[Clyne]

CPU probably overheats because of that crappy board, change it at least. It's known for high VRM failure and high VRM temps because of no VRM heatsinks. 

[brandynmagers]

Do you have any ideas on a new motherboard then and could i still use the same processor ?

[Clyne]

Do you have any ideas on a new motherboard then and could i still use the same processor ?

Well if you want features=Asus M5A97 R2.0, M5A99FX Pro R2.0

Performance(better OC)=GA-970A-UD3P, GA-990FXA-UD3/5/7

[brandynmagers]

Well if you want features=Asus M5A97 R2.0, M5A99FX Pro R2.0

Performance(better OC)=GA-970A-UD3P, GA-990FXA-UD3/5/7

What features? and do they have room for upgrades

[Clyne]

What features? and do they have room for upgrades

Uhh no, AM3+ is a dead platform, you won't have room for upgrades.

And for features you get like Ai Suite, Fan Xpert, etc..

[brandynmagers]

Uhh no, AM3+ is a dead platform, you won't have room for upgrades.

And for features you get like Ai Suite, Fan Xpert, etc..

Do you have any suggestions for a new processor ?

[Clyne]

Do you have any suggestions for a new processor ?

i5 4690K

As for a motherboard, any Z97 board will be fine.

[brandynmagers]

i5 4690K

As for a motherboard, any Z97 board will be fine.

And AMD one? intel is a little expense for me atm

[Clyne]

And AMD one? intel is a little expense for me atm

Not really worth it...i mean they don't offer that great of performance at a same price.

Or just get a i5 4430+H81 board

[brandynmagers]

i5 4690K

As for a motherboard, any Z97 board will be fine.

Because wont i have to also change my GPU because its AMD?

[Clyne]

Because wont i have to also change my GPU because its AMD?

No....there isn't any bad correlation between using a Intel CPU and AMD GPU...

[brandynmagers]

No....there isn't any bad correlation between using a Intel CPU and AMD GPU...

So I would be able to change motherboards and CPUS and still be able to keep everything else? Sorry i'm sorta new to dis

[RevoltTrain]

FX 8350 is hella solid

[Clyne]

So I would be able to change motherboards and CPUS and still be able to keep everything else? Sorry i'm sorta new to dis

If gaming is your priority, going with Intel will be better.

But you don't have to do any OS reinstall thing if you change the CPU and board.

[DeViLzzz]

OP get an aftermarket HSF and overclock that AMD FX 6300.  Seriously it is easy to do and there is a guide right on LTT that is of great help. 

[brandynmagers]

If gaming is your priority, going with Intel will be better.

But you don't have to do any OS reinstall thing if you change the CPU and board.

Gaming and programming. So intel and the motherboard you recommended