Final build...Intel vs AMD?

linkgx1 · May 13, 2013

Ok, so this is pretty much my final build. BUT, I'm still trying to keep a certain budget and was wondering about cutting somet things in favor of a better video card.

Here are my two options (Microcenter, with tax included):

Asus M5A97 AND AMD FX8350=257.14

OR

Core i5-3570k and ASROCK LGA1555 Z77=311.85

Factor in the new Haswells next month and things have gotten more complicated. What do you guys think? AMD might last longer since they rarely change motherboards. And I know that the intel is overal better @ single threaded apps.

please halp!

Jack Revenant · May 13, 2013

linkgx1 :

In your shoes, I would wait for Haswell. The LGA 1150 socket will last for a while, so you'll probably match AMD for motherboard longevity.

However, if the savings from the AMD would allow you to fit a 7870 XT on there, I would go with that. It blows the 7870 out of the water in terms of performance.

lovesX79 · May 13, 2013

i5-3570K and Asus P8Z77 Pro or wait and get i5-4670K and a new Asus Z87, the longer you wait the higher price the DDR3 will be

DSzymborski · May 13, 2013

It depends. Are you putting the savings elsewhere in your rig? I'd personally go with 3570k+7870 over 8350+7870 (though it's fairly close). But 3570k+7870 vs. 8350+7870XT, I'd take the AMD.

[Edit: D'oh, Jack beat me to it]

linkgx1 · May 13, 2013

So it's best to wait? I guess I'lll have to do that. I wasn't planning on finishing my set up until maybe the first week of june. Hopefully Microcenter has some haswells by then.

linkgx1 · May 13, 2013

Jack Revenant :

linkgx1 :

In your shoes, I would wait for Haswell. The LGA 1150 socket will last for a while, so you'll probably match AMD for motherboard longevity.

However, if the savings from the AMD would allow you to fit a 7870 XT on there, I would go with that. It blows the 7870 out of the water in terms of performance.

I might get the XT. I just found out about it so I'm researching on good prices. That and the CPU cooler is next on my list to get.

DSzymborski · May 13, 2013

linkgx1 :

Jack Revenant :

I might get the XT. I just found out about it so I'm researching on good prices. That and the CPU cooler is next on my list to get.

The 7870 XT is a wonderful high-mid GPU right now. It really should be called a 7930 given that it's in the Tahiti, not the Pitcairn family.

linkgx1 · May 13, 2013

Ok.Update. So ATT just sent me $200 in gift cards. Only problem is they gave me a $150 one and a $50 one. I want to get the GPU, but most online reatilers let me use one card at a time.

Are there any brick and motor stores that have the 7870XT?

giltyler · May 13, 2013

Keep in mind that Microcenter will price match Newegg.
Use the gift cards on something else.

linkgx1 · May 13, 2013

giltyler :

Hmm....

Well, is NewEgg the only one that carriers the 7870xt? There's slim pickin's on the online front and I can't find it on Microcenters website.

I'm just trying to get the best value for my dollar. What do you suggest I do?

ksham · May 13, 2013

You left out the HDD so I can only assume that you already have one.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-V LK ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($124.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: Mushkin Blackline 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($63.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 660 Ti 2GB Video Card ($249.70 @ Newegg)
Case: Antec Three Hundred Two ATX Mid Tower Case ($62.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair Enthusiast 650W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $786.64
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

But if you're not overclocking:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3350P 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor ($173.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock H77 Pro4/MVP ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($82.55 @ Newegg)
Memory: Mushkin Blackline 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($63.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 660 Ti 2GB Video Card ($249.70 @ Newegg)
Case: Antec Three Hundred Two ATX Mid Tower Case ($62.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair Enthusiast 650W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $703.21
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

linkgx1 · May 13, 2013

ksham :

You left out the HDD so I can only assume that you already have one.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-V LK ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($124.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: Mushkin Blackline 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($63.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 660 Ti 2GB Video Card ($249.70 @ Newegg)
Case: Antec Three Hundred Two ATX Mid Tower Case ($62.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair Enthusiast 650W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $786.64
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

But if you're not overclocking:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3350P 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor ($173.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock H77 Pro4/MVP ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($82.55 @ Newegg)
Memory: Mushkin Blackline 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($63.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 660 Ti 2GB Video Card ($249.70 @ Newegg)
Case: Antec Three Hundred Two ATX Mid Tower Case ($62.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair Enthusiast 650W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $703.21
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

crap. I'm gonna edit my list to add a drive.
and
7870XT vs 660Ti? Are they even?

ksham · May 13, 2013

HD 7870 XT is overall faster, but if you can't find it or it's not available, the GTX 660 Ti is a really good card.

Sapphire Radeon HD 7870 XT @ Amazon

linkgx1 · May 13, 2013

ksham :

If only NVIDIA had the never settle... :na:

ksham · May 13, 2013

Had the what settle?

Jack Revenant · May 13, 2013

ksham :

It's a game bundle that AMD offers with their cards.

ksham · May 13, 2013

Ah, yeah those are great. Literally made a Sapphire Vapor-X Radeon HD 7970 GHz into a $300ish product.

Jack Revenant · May 13, 2013

ksham :

It varies. I don't like any of the games in the pack, yet wanted a Ghz. On the other hand, my friends were very happy about it, so I suppose that worked it.

ksham · May 13, 2013

I didn't really care much about them outside of Crysis 3, which isn't the Deluxe version, so I gave my gift to a friend.

linkgx1 · May 13, 2013

I wanted the 660ti for a bit until I saw the Tomb Raider, Bioshock Infinite and Blood Dragon included.

giltyler · May 13, 2013

GTX 660TI would be my choice if you catch a good sale.
I bought my EVGA GTX 670SC 4 gig for $325 shipped and only slightly used on eBay and it still has warranty for 2.5 years. All newer EVGA cards warranty follows the card 3 years from date shipped.
I like to play Borderlands 2 and that favors nvidia

sahil · May 13, 2013

That's a nice system

giltyler · May 13, 2013

Get this for a few more dollars and it is better than 7870 of any flavor due to GPU Boost and physX http://www.gosale.com/buy_now.php/5801874/12/0

Jack Revenant · May 13, 2013

giltyler :

The graphics card hierarchy (http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/gaming-graphics-card-review,3107-7.html) and the 7870 LE/XT/Tahiti review (http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/tahiti-le-7870-7930-benchmark,3401-3.html) beg to differ.

linkgx1 · May 13, 2013

Jack Revenant :

Hold on, the XT has different names?

Final build...Intel vs AMD?

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