Changing FM2+ CPU

[Barwiggle]

In my current PC build, I have an AMD A10 6800k APU, and a GTX 760. In a previous post, I remarked that I will soon be replacing the CPU, without wanting to change the processor AND motherboard.

 

So, after scouting YouTube reviews, I've seen that the Athlon X4 860k looks like a good choice.

 

Is this a good idea, or are there any better FM2+ CPUs out there?

[Guest]

The X4 860K is the last good processor for the FM2+ socket becuse its almost dead and those who buys FM2+ does it for the APUs i think

[Interfectorem]

Yes, the Athlon 860K is the best CPU for the FM2+ platform, not counting APU's.

[Barwiggle]

Yes, the Athlon 860K is the best CPU for the FM2+ platform, not counting APU's.

Ok, because everyone else I've asked has said to steer away from APUs if using with discrete graphics cards.

[Guest]

Ok, because everyone else I've asked has said to steer away from APUs if using with discrete graphics cards.

Then they told you the right thing, the x4 dont have integrated graphics

[Interfectorem]

Ok, because everyone else I've asked has said to steer away from APUs if using with discrete graphics cards.

Yes, it's not worth the extra money to buy an APU if you're not going to utilize the GPU portion of it.

[Syfes]

What needed to be said is pretty much said, but yeah the integrated GPU isn't adding any value if you're running a dedicated GPU. The 860K will offer you the same of better performance compared to the "high" end APU's at a lower cost.