Best CPU/GPU/MOBO Combo

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Hey guys I'm looking for a good 900 dollar CPU GPU and mobo comboniation . I'll prefer Intel over and but what ever is he best. I'll need this to game. Thank you.
 
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If you will be mainly gaming on the build, then an i5 (or AMD equivalent) will suit your needs. An i7 does not show much (if any) improvement in current gaming needs, the i7 is mainly beneficial in non-gaming applications such as video editting and the like. If you can afford it, I'd go the i7 route, then i5, then AMD. Really depends on your current needs, future uses and your budget.

But since you are going gaming mode, I'd recommend the i54670K with a good quality Z87 mobo using an aftermarket CPU cooler for overclocking. i5's cost less than i7's, leaving you more money for a better performing GPU.

Also, unless there is a specific need/reason for getting a high-end motherboard (more than $200), the money saved can also go towards a...
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If you will be mainly gaming on the build, then an i5 (or AMD equivalent) will suit your needs. An i7 does not show much (if any) improvement in current gaming needs, the i7 is mainly beneficial in non-gaming applications such as video editting and the like. If you can afford it, I'd go the i7 route, then i5, then AMD. Really depends on your current needs, future uses and your budget.

But since you are going gaming mode, I'd recommend the i54670K with a good quality Z87 mobo using an aftermarket CPU cooler for overclocking. i5's cost less than i7's, leaving you more money for a better performing GPU.

Also, unless there is a specific need/reason for getting a high-end motherboard (more than $200), the money saved can also go towards a better GPU.

The i5's slightly outperform the FX8350 in most situations, but the FX8350 will come close (and occasionally beat) an i5's performance.
 
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