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Hey!
Below are 2 builds, one is Intel and the others is AMD.
I just need to know which build is better and/or if you could give me some advise for cheaper, yet effective parts. I'm from the UK if that makes any difference.

Intel: http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/user/Fluxanda/saved/1pPa
AMD: http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/user/Fluxanda/saved/1pOQ

Some Notes: The pc will be used for games such as Battlefield 3 and 4 (when it comes out), Farcry 3, crysis 3 and games like that. I guess 'Heavy Duty' games. I will also be recording the gameplay at the same time. Also i will be editing videos and photos on this machine. Softwares like Photoshop and Adobe After Effects.

Thanks for reading up to this part!! Also if you could help me fast it would be great as i'm ordering soon! :D
 
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You're not overclocking? In that case, an i5-3330, 3470, 3550 or 3570 (non-K) are better options. Also...
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I'd go for the Intel build. It will use less power and the CPU will run cooler. FX will need a better cooler if you're going to overclock to high clocks (that will cost perhaps an extra $50). With Intel, you won't need a better heat-sink than the Hyper 212 if you're not OC'ing above 4.4 GHz.

Also, you'll save plenty of money if you don't get the Obsidian 650D. I'd opt for something along the lines of NZXT Phantom 410 or cheaper.
 
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Thanks for replying!
I wont be OCing at all so would this change anything?
also i heard that the FX is better for multitasking, would that help me edit with programs such as Adobe After Effects?
 
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You're not overclocking? In that case, an i5-3330, 3470, 3550 or 3570 (non-K) are better options. Also, you won't need the Hyper 212, you can use the stock cooler that's included in the CPU box.

Adding even a small 60 GB SSD will increase the general responsiveness of the computer; boot times will be better. However, it isn't essential. You might want a better GPU like the 7870 XT or 7950, GTX 660 Ti or GTX 670 for future games. Nvidia GPU's can help in Adobe and/or other productivity suites.

So, I'd suggest a cheaper case than the 650D, one of the i5's I listed above and a better card than the 7870.

 
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I would like to overclock, but i have so clue on how to and whether its safe. I've looked around and have changed the build a bit. its more money, but the IT people i have spoke to said its worth it.

Build: http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/user/Fluxanda/saved/1pPP

im just stuck on a cheap-ish Mobo... :)
 
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If you want to save money, get the i5-3570K instead of the i7. i5-3570K clocked at 4.4 GHz with a Hyper 212 Evo should be safe and stable. However, you'll need a quality motherboard to do this; a decent Z77 should do the job.

To be able to afford these components, buy a cheaper case (such as the Fractal Arc Midi) and get a 550W-650W power supply instead (if you won't be doing crossfire/SLI) and the i5. Along with these, buy a better card than GTX 660 and 7870 if you can afford it.

Important question: are you planning to Crossfire or SLI in the future or not?
 
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